Jean Genius: Repair, Reimagine & Repurpose your denim

Regular price $28.99

A contemporary, step-by-step guide to repairing, restyling and repurposing the denim in your closet.

Give new life to your favorite jeans with these simple techniques and inventive designs: repair, restyle, reimagine - and experiment with these genius denim upcycling projects.

Discover that satisfying feeling of turning something old into something new with this practical book from denim expert Janelle Hanna. Teaching sewers of all levels a range of genius jean repair, repurpose and restyling skills, Janelle’s designs will show you how to breathe new life into good denim.

Your favorite jeans can be patched, visibly mended, reworked into a new style, or even cut up to form a completely new garment or accessory. Whether you want a tote bag, a bucket hat, or a fresh new silhouette, this book will inject new life into one of the most loved staples of your wardrobe (and introduce you to a new eco-conscious craft in the process!).

Projects include: 

REPAIR 
 Darning
 Crotch repairs
 Knee repairs
 Patch techniques
 Repair pocket bags and pocket scoops
 Repair belt loop rip
 Hand-stitched repairs Sashiko style
 Taking in the waist
 Expand the size
 Hemming

RESTYLE 
 Straight to wide leg
 Straight to flare
 Cut-off shorts
 Jeans to skirt
 Simple jacket or waistcoat
 Splicing

REPURPOSE
 Sun hat
 Scrap patch pouch
 Patchwork tote bag
 Visor
 Slippers
 Patchwork styles

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We're here in store, and via email and phone, to answer all your craft questions and ensure you have everything you need to make your project perfect. 

Why Shop with Us

Get Your Order Faster

Our dedicated team fulfills your order as quickly as possible, usually in 1-2 days. 

Support Small Canadian Business

Not only do we stock many products from Canadian makers and companies, your purchase supports our team of 12 right here in Ottawa.

Knowledgeable Staff

We're here in store, and via email and phone, to answer all your craft questions and ensure you have everything you need to make your project perfect.