Easy Denim Scrap Project Anyone Can Make! 🧵✂️, by Fabric Bag Studio on YouTube. 10 min 28 s.
- Video length
- 10 min 28 s
- Time to do it
- 45 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Draw a simple leaf shape on paper and cut it out as your template. Keep it small enough to fit several leaves across the front of the bag.
Cut denim scraps into leaf shapes using the template. Make four to six leaves in different sizes for a natural look.
Press each denim leaf flat with a warm iron. Denim frays, so trim loose threads before you sew.
Lay the leaves on the tote bag and move them around until you like the arrangement. Pin or clip each leaf in place.
If you want extra hold, fuse a small piece of fusible web under each leaf with the iron before pinning.
Set your machine to a straight stitch and sew around the edge of each leaf, about 3 mm from the edge.
Backstitch at the start and end of each leaf so the stitching does not come loose.
Add a centre vein to each leaf with a contrasting thread colour for a decorative touch.
Trim any loose threads and press the bag gently from the back. Your autumn tote is ready to use.
Tips and common mistakes
Test your stitch on a denim scrap first so you can adjust tension and stitch length.
Use a denim or heavy-duty needle so the machine does not skip stitches on thick seams.
Keep your fingers away from the needle and unplug the machine before changing the needle.
Questions
Do I need a sewing machine for this?
No. You can hand-sew the leaves with a simple running or blanket stitch. A machine just makes it faster and neater.
Will the denim edges fray after washing?
Yes, denim frays. A tight stitch close to the edge or a little fusible web helps hold the edges and slows fraying.
Can I use other fabric scraps?
Yes. Cotton, linen or felt scraps work well. Felt is easiest because it does not fray.
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