by Jan
How can I recycle old denim clothes?
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Hi Jan, great idea. Here are some I hope will be helpful. 15 Ways to Reuse, Repurpose and Reimagine your Jeans - Levi ...
Sep 10, 2014 - Made from 80 percent recycled cotton fibers, denim insulation has the highest recycledcontent of any batt insulation on the market. It also omits ...
How about a patchwork denim quilt? They are durable and great for outdoor use at the park, beach, etc. Use the parts of jeans that are still in good shape and toss worn knees and such. You will need a backing of cotton duck, canvas or twill, though you only need to use batting if you want more cushioning. You can do a square patch, rectangles, or a traditional patchwork design.
Here's a few ideas:
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/upcycle/s-19-gorgeous-reasons-to-dig-your-old-jeans-out-of-the-closet-15417557
If you have a lot of it. Cut squares and sew them together to make a quilt. Using flannel for the backing and you'll have the warmest quilt in history! It will last for 100+years!
Here’s a denim quilt project I did: https://www.frugalfamilytimes.com/2018/07/how-to-reuse-old-jeans-to-make-denim-quilt.html?m=1