Denim patch piles look messy, but I prefer them over cutting up good jeans | Repurposed Materials Crafts

Amy Schmidt · 2026-09-04T20:00:05.705563+00:00

I see everyone on here slicing up old Levi's into perfect little squares for quilts and bags. I tried that last March with a pair from the donation bin and honestly, the straight edges made it look like store bought craft supplies. I actually like leaving the hems and pockets attached when I patch my work jacket, even if the pile of fabric scraps in my corner looks chaotic. My wife said it looks like a hoarder station, but I told her the uneven layers tell a story about each wear spot. That jacket has 14 patches now and every single one has a raw edge or a seam that doesn't match. Has anyone else kept their denim salvage rough instead of trimming everything down to tidy pieces?

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