Everyone has old blue jeans in their house. Instead of just leaving those blue jeans laying around and collecting dust , you can turn them into fun pocket purses. These easy to make pocket purses are great for casual wear. They’re so easy to make that you will want to make one to go with all of your outfits. This kid’s craft is also a great project for scouts, 4-H or as a craft for the girls to do at your daughter’s next sleepover. So start gathering those extra blue jeans up and let the crafting fun begin.
Pocket Purse Craft
What you need:
- Old jeans
- Craft glue
- Scissors
- Fabric paints, felt flowers or other fun items to decorate the purse
- Material for a purse strap – this can be ribbon, beads, feather boas, belts
What you do:
Begin by cutting along the edge of a back pocket of the jeans to remove it from the pants. At the top of the pocket section leave ½ inch strip of fabric. Fold this flap over and glue to the inside of the purse. This creates a nice smooth pocket edge on both sides.
Next cut a 3 foot length of what ever you are using for your strap. This could be ribbon, fabric from an old tie or even an old belt. Here you have two options – you can sew the straps onto the side of the purse or you can hot glue them on. The choice is up to you but keep in mind sewing the straps on will make them stronger.
Here is where you get to be creative. You get to decorate the front pocket part of the purse. You can use the craft glue and glue one cut out felt flowers, decorative braid, or some cool looking decals. You can also use fabric paints to decorate the front of the purse. Another fun option is to leave a strip of fabric at the bottom of the pocket and cut this into a fringe.
Recycle and Share the Fun
These purses are some fun and easy-to-make that you’ll want to make several to give as gifts for your friends as well. This is a great recycle craft too. So remember, don’t toss those old blue jeans away turn them into something fun and useful like a pocket purse. You can also leave the strap off and hot glue your pocket purse to the front of a folder or binder. Put a magnet on the back and have a neat potted purse for inside your school locker.
