Free sewing pattern reproduced with permission from Coats & Clark Inc.
This fun organizer uses the legs of cut-off jeans and is a great project
for summer teen sewing classes. The finished hem of the jeans creates
the top of the pockets so that there is no need to bind the edge.
This project can be embellished in many ways. We used machine embroidery and decorative stitches. Other options include hand embroidery, rick rack or other trims or appliqué. It could also be personalized and the pockets labeled.
Coats Dual Duty Plus® Extra Strong Jeans Thread (N574)
or
Coats Dual Duty Plus® All-purpose Thread (Art 200): color
5 Copenhagen or to match denim.
Coats Rayon Thread–30 wt. (Art D93): color 182 Spark
Gold and Coats Rayon Thread–40 wt. (Art. D63): color 51
Chona Brown were used in this project.
Stabilizer for embroidery
Project Instructions
Organizer fabric: Cut 2 pieces of fabric 22" x 25".
Pockets: Cut the pants leg sections apart at the outer seam,
trimming away the seam. 1st Row: Trim 3 leg pieces 5" high
by 10" wide. 2nd row: Trim 3 leg pieces
9 1/2" high by 10" wide.
Decorate pockets as desired with decorative stitching, appliqué,
machine or hand embroidery, or trims.
To form each pocket row, sew the three same size leg sections
together.
Mark the pockets as shown for folding pleats (1). Fold solid
line to dotted line. At seams, fold solid lines to seam line,
do not overlap. Baste pleats in place at lower edge.
Attaching top row: Mark a line on organizer fabric 11 1/2"
from top edge. Place pocket row on fabric, right sides together,
with the lower raw edge of pockets against the line (2). Stitch,
1/2 inch from edge. Press seam allowance toward pocket. Bring
pocket section right side up, press. Baste side seams. Stitch
in the ditch using Jeans thread or all-purpose at seams in pocket row to form individual pockets (2).
Bottom row: Fold pleats and baste. Place pocket section on
organizer fabric, right side facing you, aligning raw edges. Baste sides and bottom edge of pocket. Stitch in the ditch at seams
in pocket row seams to form individual pockets.
Place backing fabric over organizer, right sides together. Stitch together, using a 1/2" seam allowance. Leave a 1" opening
in the side seams at the top corners for inserting a dowel or
curtain rod and a 6" opening in the lower edge for turning.
Trim corners diagonally. Grade lower edge to reduce bulk. Press the seams open before turning. Pay particular attention to places
that are thick due to jeans seams. Turn to right side. Press.
Hand sew opening in lower edge closed.
Insert dowel, attach a cord for hanging. For better stability
use a curtain rod and brackets for hanging.
I have made dolls out of jeans and you just follow any good sized doll pattern, and they make darling dolls and last for ever. Just remember to trim back seams so they will turn easier. then dress as you like . I made cowboys and girls
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Sep 08, 2009 - 17:29
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sharon – Wahpeton,N.D.
Aug 29, 2008 - 12:59
How do you make a towel topper useing a hotpad? I would sure appreciate it if you would help me.
Thank You
Sharon
janet – BUFFALO
Aug 06, 2008 - 09:01
do you have the pattern for jean plant holder pattern?
Janice – Wisconsin
Jul 29, 2008 - 12:16
I am looking for the letters of the alphabet pillow.
Annie – USA
Apr 13, 2008 - 23:09
Good idea for the organizer. Terry why can't you use any fabroc doll pattern and make it from the fabric in old jeans? Don't understand what type of doll you want to make I guess or do you want to use just pants legs like a sock doll or something?
Annie
terry – home
Mar 09, 2008 - 12:43
can you help me find how to make dolls out of recycled jeans
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Jane – Ontario
Mar 11, 2008 - 03:22
I'm sorry, Terry, at the moment I don't know of any doll patterns on the net specifically using denim.
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mary – pocahontas Iowa
Dec 06, 2008 - 15:57
Terry have you ever heard of a dang-it doll. You sew the rough form of a small chunky doll with frayed edges, then sew on eyes and a crooked mouth. A poem goes with it. It is to be banged on the table to release frustration- a fun nonsense gift.
