Do-it-yourself jeans backpack: the best patterns and master classes

In each family, there will definitely be a pair of old jeans that are torn, out of fashion, or just become small. Of course, you can always throw away your jeans, but don't hurry, because of them you can do a lot of useful things. A great solution for the use of old jeans is a stylish backpack that you can make yourself to your liking.

The easiest backpack can make anyone, because for him you do not even need to make a pattern. It looks like a bag, compact and roomy.

First you need to prepare materials and tools:

• jeans;
• interlining;
• lace;
• belt tape;
• fabric for sewing lining;
• teak.

The process of sewing a backpack must be done step by step:

• It is necessary to take jeans and cut off the excess from the side of the legs. This decision will affect the height of the backpack.
• Now, undo the leg from the inside, put it together to create straight parts, everything superfluous should be cut off. Gently tighten all the details to make a pipe.
• Particular attention should be paid to the bottom of the product. To make it strong, it is better to use three layers. To preserve the oval shape and increase the density, it is necessary to insert two layers of tick between the layers, and then glue all the high-quality flizelin.
• Depending on the size of the backpack is cut lining. Then it should be sewed from the wrong side and sew all the details.
• In the straps that are designed for the belt, you need to push the string to securely close the neck of the backpack.
• Belt tape is suitable for sewing straps on the shoulders. Additionally, you can make soft lining of denim for comfortable socks on the back.
• Make a flap of denim and sew a button closure. Do not forget that the pockets on old jeans will help not only to decorate a backpack, but also can be used to store various small things.

Beautiful and original looks like a backpack of old jeans, decorated with textile inserts. Surely every housewife has many scraps of different fabrics at home. They will be a great decoration for a denim backpack.

First you need to prepare materials and tools:

• old jeans that need to be ripped off;
• details of fabrics of different colors and textures;
• interlining;
• lace;
• big button;
• grommets (6 pieces);
• metal rings for fixing hinges (2 pieces);
• threads and needles;
• sewing machine.

For the pattern will need several blanks:

• the oval will be the bottom of the product (27x16 cm);
• the rectangle is intended for the base of the backpack (73x37 cm);
• two strips for straps (100x10 cm);
• valve.

Now you can proceed to tailoring a fashionable backpack:

• To begin with, it is necessary to make three patterns (body, flap and two straps) and set trimming of various materials on thin non-woven fabric.
• From old jeans you need to cut two identical parts that will go on the body of the backpack. On the one hand, they should be stitched, and on the other hand, insert a ready-made part decorated with scraps of fabrics and also stitch it.
• To create a valve, it is necessary to line off two parts, but always from the wrong side. On it you need to sew a loop.
• Now you can go to the bottom of the product, it should be carefully sewn, and then sew the facing with the grommet, and insert the string.
• On the other side of the product you need to sew two straps.

Patchwork or patchwork is a very interesting direction that allows you to create a real masterpiece from small elements. Therefore, it is impossible to pass by and do not use this technique in the tailoring of a stylish backpack of old jeans.

For sewing products using the patchwork technique, you must use a fabric of different colors and textures. For a backpack you will need more than one pair of jeans in different shades. For example, you can take a dark blue, light blue and blue models, and if you want to add more material and other textures.

So, the process of sewing a backpack in the patchwork technique occurs in several stages:

• First you need to draw a pattern to understand the location of the colored patches. For a small backpack, the size of a square can be 13x13 cm, but seam allowances should be considered. Just one centimeter will be enough.
• It is necessary to cut out the main part of the serpyanka, also taking into account the seam allowances. Carefully place all the squares on it and glue them with a hot iron. This method will avoid the rough seams that are formed when stitching denim.
• The synthetic winterizer can be divided into two layers: a piece of patchwork will be sewn onto one, and the second will go to create a strong bottom.
• To decorate the squares, you can take and sew on the border of the connection rep tape. First, flash it horizontally, and then vertical.
• An additional line once again to fix all the details, carefully cut off the extra centimeters of the sintepon.
• Fasten the side seams with a zig-zag, while the side without the seam is superimposed on the edge of the product with serpyanka.

The main part is ready, so you can proceed to the creation of the valve, the bottom and facing, which are available for each model of the backpack.

Not always a large size backpack can be called roomy. This characteristic depends on the cut of the model.

The process of sewing a roomy backpack of old jeans:

• Cut the trouser legs off the jeans to make shorts.
• Slash shorts along side seams, extra centimeters can be cut off.
• Put the front part of the shorts on the back, fasten with pins to avoid displacement and stitch along the jeans belt.
• From one leg should make a handle for a backpack and two straps. They need to stitch, and then turn on the front side. In the middle you can put a ribbon for curtains, which will make them more qualitative.
• The second leg goes for tailoring the back wall of the backpack.
• Now you can connect the front and back of the backpack, but it is important not to forget to fasten the stitches with a single seam.
• The other end of the strap and handle should be sewn to the back of the backpack.
• It remains to stitch the product along the side seams.
• For lining, you can pick up an old T-shirt. It is necessary to cut off the neck and sew it from one end. So make a bag. At will it is possible to sew a pocket to a bag.
• The lining must be inserted into the backpack and secured along the contour with the help of pins. Carefully flash.
• You also need a valve, which should be about 12x17 cm. You can sew a few pieces of fabric, if there is no suitable size left. The valve must be stitched finishing lines.
• The finished valve should be sewn to the back of the backpack. For fastening, you can use buttons on long laces, which are then tied on the straps left over from old jeans.

Children prefer bright and beautiful things, so the original backpack will become a favorite accessory for the child. Kids love to wear backpacks thanks to their spaciousness, compactness and mobility. Old jeans and a little imagination will help create a unique model that your child will definitely like.

First you need to prepare everything you need:

• old jeans (the combination of two colors will look beautiful, so you can use two pairs of jeans);
• lining fabric;
• interlining;
• lightning;
• plastic;
• scissors, thread and needles.

For the pattern you should use jeans of one color only. The second pair is useful for decorating the product. So, for the pattern will need a few details:

• bottom in the form of an oval (13x22 cm);
• a rectangle (25x32 cm) - 2 pieces;
• valve part;
• Pattern handle backpack - 2 pieces;
• straps (60x10 cm) - 2 pieces;
• Denim pocket (15x15 cm) in a different color.

Now you can proceed to tailoring a backpack. If you want to create a neat model, then every detail before work must be stitched overlock. If this is not done, then a fashionable fringe will appear.

Stitching of parts occurs in several stages:

• First, you need to sew the straps and the handle, as these details must be stitched from the wrong side, and then turned out and ironed.
• The main part of the backpack consists of two rectangles. One of them should be double stitched to sew a pocket of a different color.
• To plastic oval bottom you need to glue flizelin, and then attach it to the pattern. Next, the side walls and the bottom should be stitched and neatly stitched.
• Now the backpack is almost ready. It remains to sew inside the lining, and on top - a handle and webbing.

First you need to decide on the model of the bag, what shape and size it will be.

At the heart of each model should be a geometric shape: square, rectangle or oval. The choice of bottom shape in many ways affects the model of the bag.

For inexperienced craftswomen or beginners, it is better to model a bag out of paper, and then go directly to denim. Thus, you will not spoil old jeans, and you will be able to make adjustments when working directly with denim.

From the pattern depends on the size of the backpack and its appearance, so you should consider the dimensions of all parts: the bottom, the main part, the valve, handles and so on. If all dimensions are correct, then the manufacturing process will pass quickly and easily.

Denim is a versatile fabric that is used to sew a variety of wardrobe items. Jeans backpack is different originality, because it is decorated with pockets, labels and other trim, which was on old jeans. It can be called exclusive.

A special feature of tailoring a backpack is that you can create any decor, the choice of which depends entirely on your imagination. Often mahr, bright laces, flowers, rhinestones or beads are used as decorations. Bright buttons, embroidery and floral applications are suitable for a children's backpack.