How to Make Denim Bracelets & Rings Out of Old Jean Hems

Don’t throw out your chopped hems from your jeans! Grab a bunch of cool embellishments and join me as I show you how to make denim bracelets! This is a super cool DIY with denim; you’ll be amazed just how quick and lovely these DIY denim accessories turn out. Let’s start!
Tools and materials:
- Beads
- Buttons
- Lace
- Satin roses
- Glue gun
- Needle
- Thread
- Sewing machine
- Scissors
DIY denim bracelets with buttons
1. Prep the DIY jean hem
You first want to make sure your hem sits comfortably around your wrist and is a little loose fitting.
Check your hem and ensure there’s not a lot of excess fabric on the edge.
You want it to be as close to this finished seam as possible. So, cut off the excess if needed.
2. Sew on the buttons
Now, all you have to do is stitch your buttons all the way around your hem.
Once you have all your colorful buttons stitched on, all you need to do is loop it twice around your wrist. Your fantastic bracelet is complete!
DIY denim bracelets with roses
1. Glue on the roses
The next version of how to make a denim wrap bracelet is so simple. All you need is your hem of choice, a glue gun, and these adorable little satin roses.
Put a little glue on your DIY jean hem and stick on the mini rose!
Now, repeat the process around the hem. I’m doing mine in contrasting colors.
This is so adorable and literally takes a minute and a half to do. What do you think of this beautiful bracelet?
DIY denim rings
Another creative idea you can do with your scrap denim is make rings. All you have to do is wrap the denim around your finger and stitch the ends together.
I decorated this DIY denim accessory with some fun beadwork.
This ring has a little lace bow.
DIY denim accessories
There you have it, a creative way to make DIY denim accessories! You can easily use all of those scraps that you have lying around in your stash and turn them into something stylish and fun.
I also have another fun DIY with denim for you in the video, and that’s making distressed jeans from a BBQ brush. Remember, the sky is the limit when it comes to upcycling, so let your imagination run wild.
Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.
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Suggested materials:
- Beads
- Buttons
- Lace
- Satin roses
- Glue gun
- Needle
- Thread
- Sewing machine
- Scissors
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My teenage granddaughter said she wants to make a couple. I’m going to get all the supplies we need ready for when she comes over. I love the idea of using stuff that I have on hand. Great idea , thanks for sharing 👍️
Ah, naw I will pass. But my Kindergarten Teacher daughter may like this for a project…