Jazzy Jeans

by Mickey Baskett, Prolific Impressions Inc. (Producer)

Just look at the price tag for some designer they’re over the top! Fortunately, there’s an easy, inexpensive, and fun way to jazz up ordinary denim so it’s practically red-carpet these techniques for distressing, embroidering, beading, painting, sewing, and studding turn jeans, pants, skirts, and vests into one-of-a-kind high fashion. Bleach and batik, add appliqué and lace, adorn with doilies and toile, embellish with ruffles and rhinestones, and give garments a leather monogram, western flare, or rows of shisha sequins. For each cool design idea, be it a swirl skirt or funky flowers on a jacket, there’s basic information and a photo, along with projects and patterns. Or, for something different, transform clothing into fringed bags, pretty pillows, and decorated journal covers. A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.

Genres: Sewing, Crafts

128 pages, Hardcover

First published January 28, 2007

Reviews

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've loved this book since I first found it. I've done a lot of the projects in it. I love the skirt in it!

[Chris Koeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVED this book. I work at a public library and basically have very little money for programs. I received a windfall of jeans upon request and am searching for ideas. Even though this book is older, the ideas are wonderful! The "About Denim" section and "Distressing Denim" were great. I'm a visual learning so the photos are super helpful. The directions are straight forward. I'm looking forward to try out her ideas. Mickey if you read this, great job and when is your next book!!

[Judi · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first part of this book is a total wash out for me, I am not a fan of over emblishment, studs, paint, etc. But the last chapter more than makes up for it with the multiple uses for old jeans from bags, to albums to organizers.