Jean Genius

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