Plastic bottles are one of the mostly  liked materials to be used by DIY lovers because of being cheap.They can be found easily anywhere and DIY Projects are a perfect way of reusing them. In this project we are going to show you  how to make charming handmade bracelets from simple plastic bottles.

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Before starting the project,  all materials should be prepared.  You will need:

-          A plastic bottle

-          Fabric (you can use any kind of it)

-          Glue (hot glue or fabric glue)

-          Scissors

Firstly, you should decide what kind of bracelet you want to make (narrow or large) and the color of fabric. This entirely depends on your style and creativity. After the decision, is time to start your project.

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Take a plastic bottle, remove the label and wash it . Wait some minutes until it dries.  After that use a sharped scissor to cut the bottle in the width of tour bracellet. Cut a piece of fabric a bit widther  and longer than you cut the bottle.

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Apply glue in the bottle surface and start gluing the fabric. You can glue it straight or drape the fabric. After you cover all the plastic surface you will glue the  left over fabric in the inside part of the bracellet to the finish. If you want you can add some details as buttons, laces and ribbons! This will le them more charming and elegant!

Fashion Mode Styling Outfit DIY

Invented by Jacob Davis and Levi Strauss in 1873, jeans are essential pieces in the closets from people of all ages and style. Skinny, tapered, straight, boot cut, narrow bottom, low waist… it doesn’t matter what is your favorite type thereis always one that fits you. In this DIY post we will show you how to create new outfits with your jeans and have a unique and different piece using some simple and easy materials.

Made from a resistant fabric called denim and with a basic style, jeans are easy to be customized and changed. As they can last for many years, after a while we get tired of using the same piece, so if you have a pair of jeans that still fits on you but needs a new look this is the post for you. Here you will learn how to transform your old and unstylish jeans in a new and fashionable piece in simple steps.

Dotty jeans

This idea will give a romantic and lovely look for your old jeans. You will need only fabric paint (chose a nice color to contrast with the color of your jeans), some swabs and a cloth iron. First make sure your jeans are clean and well placed in a flat surface. Soak the swab in the paint and start making the dots. Press it carefully but firmly in your jeans to have perfect dots. After the paint dry, do the same process on the back of your jeans. Once both sides are dried iron your jeans to fix the paint in the fabric.

Customize your old jeans

Stamping with Paint

If you want something more showy and colorful you can try to stamp your jeans using a stencil. Chose a nice stencil figure on internet and print it (there are lots of cool themes as floral, tribal, geometrical…). Use a utility knife to cut the stencil carefully (I recommended have more than one stencil with the same drawing). Place your jeans in a flat and covered surface and decide how you are going to place your stencil. Considering the layout first is really important before you start or your work can be really messed up. Pour some fabric paint (chose your favorite color) in a recipient and soak a small sponge in it (don´t make the sponge too wet). Hold the stencil firmly and start to fill in the stencil carefully. Wait it dry and do the same in the back. Don´t forget to match the layout as you did in the front part.  Wait they dry and iron the jeans to fix the paint better.

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 Stamping With Pen

This is another way to make a stamp in your jeans. If you are not really good with paint you can use fabric pencils to stamp your jeans. In this idea we used a lace as the stencil because they are more suitable to do with pens. Place your jeans in a flat surface and put the lace on it. Be sure they are firm and that the lace will not move while you are coloring. You can pass the pen in all the lace´s details or chose only a part of it. Remember to consider the layout before starting! As the lace is an openwork fabric the ink of the pain will easily pass through it and color your jeans. Do it in both sides and its done!

 Striped Jeans

You can also change the look of your jeans with simple changes. This one is only adding a stripe in both sides of your jeans. Fold your jeans letting the lateral part up. Use a tape to delimit the area that will be painted. Be careful to make it straight and with same width all long and on both sides. Now soak a sponge in your favorite fabric paint color and cover the entire stripe. Wait it dry and repeat the process in the other side. Iron your jeans after it is dry to fix the paint better. If you want you can also paint other parts of your jeans as the front and back pockets.

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Using Stamps

This idea is really cute and will bring a funny and unusual look to your jeans. For this project you will need figure stamps (you can find it easily in craft shops or stationaries). Chose which figure you will stamp in your jeans (there are lots of options: kisses, bows, flowers, sun, clouds, stars, eyes, animals and even words) and use a sponge to apply the paint on it. Be careful to place the paint, wet only the figure and not in the entire stamp to not smudge the fabric. Do it in both sides of your jeans and after they are dried you must iron them to fix the paint.

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Are you tired of your old clothes and wish you could renew your closet but no money for that? We have the solution for you! You can give a new look to your old pieces transforming them in new and creative ones using simple and cheap materials. In this post you will see how easy it is to transform your old shorts in fashion new ones and impress all your friends!

Shorts are essential pieces in any closet and they are perfect for hot days. It doesn’t matter the style or the fabric they can be used in different occasions. Denim shorts are the favorites among women since they give a casual and basic look to their outfit. Customizing your shorts is an easy and creative way to vary your closet and save money.

Choose which shorts do you want to change the look or if you do not have one, you can cut an old pair of jeans and transform them in a shorts. The color or the style it won’t have an effect but it is essential that your shorts have back pockets because we are going to work on them. Here are three nice ideas that you can DIY:

Lace Pockets

Laces are lovely in any piece of clothes and they always give a romantic and elegant look to them. You can customize the pocket of your shorts sewing laces on them. It´s just cut the laces (any type and color) in the same size and shape of the pockets and sew them together. If you want you can also add a piece of fabric of your choice between the pocket and the lace to give a different effect or just cover the edge of the pockets to make it simpler.

Customize your old shorts lace pockets

Rivets Pockets

Rivets are the new trend in the fashion world and they are a cheap and creative way to transform your old shorts in an unique piece. You can find lots of different options of rivets in the market in many colors and shapes. Choose your favorite and add them to your pocket. You can cover the entire pocket or only spread a few ones on them. You can also cut one side of your pocket and add the rivets inside it. It will give a cool and fashion look to your outfit!

Customize your old shorts rivets pockets

Bows Pockets

Bows are a cute and female accessory to add to  pocket of your shorts. You can buy ready ones or choose a nice fabric and do it by yourself. The size, color and type will depend on your taste and style but certainly your shorts will be much better than past. Other nice idea is use the own pocket to make the bow. It is only cut the bottom part of them out and tie the upper half with a ribbon. Lovely and creative this idea will make you feel really feminine in your shorts.

Customize your old shorts bows pockets

If you get a good look in your closet you will find at least one pair of jeans that you don´t wear for ages or that don´t suits you anymore. So, in this post we are going to give you some useful and creative ideas of what to do with your old jeans!

Jeans are popular all around the world and it doesn´t matter what kind of style do you like dressing yourself there is always room for a pair of jeans! Basic and timeless they can come in many colors and styles but, what to do with them when they get old and stuck in our closet? Here are some ideas:

Ideas to wear:

You can transform your old pair of jeans in a new and fashionable accessory for you! As jeans are always basic and trendy you can create pieces to different occasions:

1. Skirts: Cut the legs down the seam through the crotch. Sew the legs together and use the bottoms of the jeans (or another fabric) to complete where needed.

Creative Ideas for jeans to wear :Skirts

2.  Bags: Cut off the legs of your pants and sew the bottom. Sew a cloth inside to do the lining. Use a strip from the legs to make the bag strap. Decorate with scarves, tacks, buttons, laces…. Be creative !

Creative ideas for jeans to wear: Bags

3. Bracelets:  Cut it out about 30 cm from the side seam of your jeans. Thread a wire in the seam and finish the edges. Use nice trinkets to decorate them. You can use a glass to help you give the round shape to your bracelet!

Creative ideas for jeans to wear: Bracelets

Ideas to home:

You can also decorate your home with your old jeans! Use your imagination and creativity to give a new function to them and a new look to your house! Here are some ideas:

Creative ideas for jeans at home: Coaster, cushions, rug

1. Coaster: Cut the hem from your old jeans very close to the edges. Roll up the hem applying fabric glue until the end. Let it dry on a flat surface. If you want a bigger coaster it´s only bind more than one hem.

2. Cushions: Cut pieces of your jeans and sew them together until you get the size you want. You can use different colors of jeans and the pockets to give a different style to your cushion.

3. Rug: Cut your jeans in strips (lots of them) about 1 inch x 5 inches. Tie the strips in a non-skid rug and it´s done!

Ideas to store:

Tired of losing everything around the house? Feels angry when you don´t find something in your bag or drawer? Here you can find some things made with old jeans that will help you to organize your life (and home!):

Creative ideas for Jeans: Storage pocket, purse, basket

1. Storage pocket: Sew some pockets from different sizes in a piece of jeans fabric, you can arrange them as you like. After it is ready hang it on a wall. You can use it to store some craft material or your make up!

2. Purse: Sew two pockets from same size and style together. Add a zipper on the top of it. Sew a cloth inside to do the lining. You can use it to store money, cellphone and accessories!

3.  Baskets: Use the legs of your jeans to make the baskets. Cut it (the length will depends on the size you want the basket) and sew it on the bottom. Chose a nice cloth to do the lining and fold the upper edge out.

How many plastic bags do you have in your home right now? How many plastic bags do you use a day? What about a year? Do you know that almost 1 million plastic bags are used per minute in the world? All this plastic in the environment can cause serious problems after some time. Therefore, to help you (and the world)we decided show you how to make a 10 minutes cloth bag using only your fingers and a pair of scissors!

Cloth Bag

Since its mass production started in the 40´s, plastic has been doing an essential status in society. Last year, more than 300 million tons were produced worldwide and we should ask ourselves the damage this is causing to the natural environment and to our lives.  Plastic bags are a serious threat since they take up to 1000 years to break down in the environment. But don´t panic!  Luckily, there are many alternatives to combat this massiveplastic pollution and one of them is this strong and simple cloth bag that will help you during your shopping time. All you will need is an old t-shirt and a pair of scissors.

Clothe bag

Step 1: Lay the t-shirt out in a flat surface and cut the sleeves off (we won´t need them).

Step 2: Cute neck out of the t-shirt (you can use something round to help you or just eyeballed).

Step 3: Cute slits at the bottom of the t-shirt (long enough to tie the them twice). Keep the slits lined up and tie the front and back pieces together in double knots. If you don´t want the knots appearing, tie the slits in the inside part.

Done! Your eco-friendly bag is ready to be used! Enjoy it!