Denim Armrest Project Bag



Denim is classified as one of the most durable fabrics made by men. Though, as sturdy as it may be, it is not invincible to natural wear and tear. There comes a time when we have to retire our favorite goody-old-pair. What better way to keep them than to make them useful once more, in another form, for another purpose!



Learn how to make a pretty neat denim armrest bag!


Supplies:
  • pair of adult jeans you no longer want (kids jeans just won’t give you much storage room)
  • scissors
  • pins
  • thread
  • sewing machine
  • denim needle for sewing machine (if needed)
  • weight such as metal washers or fishing weights (optional)


1. Lay your jeans out flat. Cut down from the top next to the zipper until about 1″ – 1 1/2″ lower than the back pocket. Then cut across to make a rectangle.

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Here is a piece seen from the front and back. It needs to be square a bit after cutting.



2. Fold so the right sides are together. Sew the bottom and sides seams together. Seam allowance is really up to you, but I used a 5/8″ and then trimmed it afterwards. Turn right side out.



3. Cut a length of one leg long enough to go over the arm of the chair or couch where you work plus six inches or so more. I kept the bottom hem of the leg intact. Cut the leg open along one side seam. Fold in half with right sides together. Sew into a tube that fits inside the top opening of the bag you’ve already made. Sew one of the short sides together (if you are using the hemmed bottom, sew the other end together.). Turn right side out. Sew the other short side together.

Iron Craft Challenge #14 - Armrest Project Bag
 
If you want to add a weight to keep your pouch hanging over the outside of your armrest without falling off, sew it in to the bottom of this piece before sewing the last short side together.



4. Sew the leg piece into the inside waistband of the bag.

Iron Craft Challenge #14 - Armrest Project Bag



Now hang it over your armrest and fill it with all your bits and bobs you need on hand.


Iron Craft Challenge #14 - Armrest Project Bag 


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