6 Ways to recycle an old denim

We moms, should learn everything about recycling so we don't waste anything instead we make something new out of waste. Denims are pants that usually made of maong fabric. A denim easily becomes out of fashion. We've witnessed the sudden change of denim trends from bootleg to straight cut, from straight cut to skinny and we don't want to be left behind the trends. 

This is the main reason why most of us, especially ladies have a collection of different denim cuts.

Some straight cut denims can be easily converted to skinny style by cutting an inch or two from the sides.
Cutting should begin at the hip line down the bottom. I did this procedure in some of my denims but you can't do the same to other styles of old denims. In this case, you have to know that there are other creative ways to recycle or reinvent your old fashioned denims. Below are some if the great and easy ways to give your old fashioned denims a new life:

• Three Fourths- by cutting the below knee part of a denim, you easily converted it into a three fourths pants or as what they so called pedal. Just fold the  bottom about 3 inches and from there, fold an inch inside to prevent ripping. You can either sew the entire folded part or stitch the two sides alone.
• Shorts- if you don't want it to be long, you can cut it shorter so you make a shorts. Used denims are comfortable to wear as shorts and it's even better than buying a new one.

• Cellphone case- the leftover denim cloth can be recycled to a cellphone case. It needs just a basic sewing. Simply measure the size of your cellphone and cut the denim according to your measurements. Remember to leave a half inch allowance for the stitch run. Adding zipper or magic tape is optional.
• Coin purse- cut small square about 4x4 inches. Attach a zipper on the mouth and sew the three sides then revert and you're done with a coin purse. Please view our complete tutorial in making a coin purse out of waste materials at http://diycraftarts.blogspot.com/2012/09/diy-coin-purse-from-remnants-of-cloth.html
• Pot holder- a maong fabric is best to make a pot holder. Because of it's thickness, you can hold hot metals with it. I have written a DIY tutorial to make a pot holder and you can find it at http://diycraftarts.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-make-pot-holders-kitchen-rags_19.html
• Doormat- last but not the least, a doormat made of used old denim. A denim fabric is durable and absorbent. Making a doormat out of it is a great and a perfect idea. You can find a complete DIY procedure of doormats at http://diycraftarts.blogspot.com/2014/08/make-super-absorbent-doormats-out-of.html

How to make a simple shorts from an old casual Polo

Hi mommies! I'm thinking if some of you can relate to this post. Is anyone reading this blog has the same problem as mine? I have this huge stock of old casual polo and shirts of my husband.

These clothes are the ones which are being left by the trend. The lousy and extra large polo and shirts which once became a trend but now out of the flow.

I've discovered a solution to this not so heavy but  serious problem, and this is by recycling these old polo to kiddie shorts.

Because I have three kids and all of them love wearing  shorts while at home. I got two solutions in one action, I can save space from my closet and at the same time, I could make shorts for my kids out of it.

Here's my example of cutting an old casual polo to create a simple kiddie shorts.

This is my husband's large polo. Cutting is very easy since I'm making a simple design of shorts. Just fold the polo in the middle then cut as directed on the image. Cutting allowance should be 5 inches from the actual size. Let's say that your kid has 20 waist line and 15 legs size, you have to cut 25 waist line and 20 leg size. You should follow the same allowance when you measure the waist to the upper leg. Make sure you make the cutting right by flatting the polo, matching the ends so you'll have a perfect cut of your shorts.

The image below will show you the cutting steps using a virgin fabric.

This is how you cut a fabric to make a simple design of shorts.

• Step 1: Get two square cut of fabrics according to your desired size
• Step 2: Fold each fabric in the middle.
• Step 3: Cut as directed n the picture
• Step 4: Check if you cut the same size f both half
• Step 5: Cut two pieces of rectangle shape of small fabric about 6 inches wide and 5 inches tall,this will be used as pockets. Cut another small length of fabric about 2 inches tall and 5 inches wide, this will be the edging of the pockets. The pocket is an inch wider because you will fold it in the middle for a little touch art.

Now we're ready for sewing procedure.

1. fold the bottom leg part 2x,about an inch wide
2. Connect and sew to close the leg part. Do the steps 1-2 to the other half.
3. Double stitch to avoid ripping
4. This is how it looks like
5. Now connect two halves
6. Again, double stitch to avoid ripping
7. Fold the waist 2x about 3/4 inch wide, this is where the garter should be inserted
8. Now, insert the garter, then lock.
9.Your finished product

Let's see how it looks like when my daughter wears it. The most important thing to consider in making shorts is that it should be comfortable to wear, also this rainy season, choose a fabric which is easy to dry.

My daughter liked it, she really likes this simple design of shorts she says it's very comfy plus two big pockets on the sides so she could put some stuff in it. This is another business idea for moms who seeks work at home job. Try it moms! save money, produce your own and organize your closet.

Take a look at my work. I made these shorts out of left-over fabrics and old casual polo. 

Make a super absorbent doormats out of used old socks

Hello crafty Moms! I'm pretty sure that you're going to love my today's post because it has something to do with sorting, cleaning and recycling which all moms wish to do in spare time. Yes mommies! because time flies so fast, maybe it was not so long ago since you sorted your worn out socks from the  good ones. Yes, it's all about used socks again! As we all experienced, after a school year ends, socks life ends too so when another school year starts, we moms of course provide new things like shoes, bags and most especially school socks, therefore, we would have a stock of used all socks. Well for me, we really have to change socks every year whether it's worn out or not. Why? I don't know if it's just my assumption but I think used old socks become smelly the longer you use it. Now that school year  just started, i also started to sort things out of the closet.

I already had similar posts about recycling  used old socks such as recycling socks to pony tail, pot holder, puppet and now I want to share another socks recycling and it is making absorbent doormats out of used old socks. Now I want  to share my craft work which is recycling used old socks to absorbent doormat. What I love about socks is the absorbent fabric which is good to place on the restroom doorsteps. The absorbent texture will then keep your feet dry after bathing or using the restroom. It's fun and easy to do this craft, all you have to do is gather all the worn out or used old socks like what I have on the picture.

These are my kids used socks, I chose the two color combination because I want to make my doormat a colorful one. My husband also had used old socks which are dark in color and I made them a floor rag. I really love to use the sock rag especially when cleaning wet floors.

 From left to right downward are the step by step procedure in making doormat out of used old socks.

• Cut the socks in the middle
• Open it
• Cut the toe part in to four to make it flat
• Arrange the socks to your desired thickness, length and width like what you see on the images to form a rectangular shaped doormat
• After flatting the socks, you can now stitch manually or sew it.

Two types of doormats that you can make out of used old socks

Amazing Wedding Souvenir Craft

Amazing Coconut Shell Craft

Do you teach your kids to save for the future? If you do, you maybe interested to give the creative craft coin bank. this is hand-made from the people of Cebu. I still remember a man emailed me this photos to promote in my blog he gave me his email address but never replied in my messages. Maybe his too busy with his growing business. I'm sure the man wouldn't mind if I share his wonderful creations here and I hope I could get in touch with him again to  see more of his designs. I my self was amazed and started to admire the talented people behind this craft. They look so real! I love the monkey family design, they look good altogether. 

This is my favorite design of coconut coin bank. It says something...I guess the mother monkey embracing her kids because obviously she loves them. I think mother monkey is telling her children to be wise and save for the future this is why they are all holding tight to the coin banks. It's a great motivation for our kids to teach them to save for the future.

This one is a coconut bank, I think it's a turtle this time in the middle of two eagles, what a very good craft!

Other Coconut Coin Bank Designs

They're not just for saving purpose, but they're also a good furniture to display inside your home.

Different Products to make out of bamboo

There are so many things that we can do from the bamboo tree. Below images are the best examples of bamboo products. They are manufactured by different companies in different provinces in the Philippines. I really believe that Filipinos are indeed the best crafters.

bamboo plates

Nego plates made of bamboo, more designs are available. These plates are very useful in all occasions like birthdays, fiesta, weddings, baptismal and etc.

Bamboo Fan

Feeling hot? just make "Fan" of it! This bamboo fan is perfectly weaved using the finest bamboo sticks. This fan is perfect as a souvenir item or a token, it can also be awall decor.

Fruit  Basket set

Bamboo Swing

Relax and feel the fresh outdoor ambiance when lying on this wide bamboo swing.

Bamboo bed

These bamboo beds are best for you if you're looking for an antique alternative or you simply  want to add native touch to your home or hotel business.

different designs of bamboo sala set

If you love a fresh and comfortable feeling, these bamboo sala set is the best house decor that will answer  your needs. You can put them in your garden, sala, veranda or anywhere in  your house or office, they will surely make your home or business office classy and artistic with a native touch of fresh looking bamboo products.

6 seater bamboo dining set

This dining set is the home furniture best for the whole family. If your interior design is something related to antique, old or native design, you can combine this bamboo dining set with your existing furnitures and decorations. This kind of products can adopt itself to modern designs, so even if you already have a modern, sophisticated ambiance in your place, this bamboo dining set won't be outcast-ed if combined.

Now let's begin with the place where you can put all these bamboo products, of course, the bamboo houses and bamboo nipa huts. We have unlimited designs and sizes but we always ask the buyers of their own desired styles, but these images can give you more than you can imagine.

bamboo nipa hut square open type

This is a simple open design, our customers usually order this style to place them in the garden, resort's cottages and restaurants. If you are planning to put up a restaurant or a resort business, these open style bamboo nipa hut is the best cottages you'll ever have to offer to your customers. This gives fresh and relaxing ambiance.

Bamboo Bar House

This one is designed for a bar owner, it's a rectangular shape bamboo bar house.

Bamboo Tree House

 If you have an old boring  tree in your backyard, don't think to kill or cut them, instead, try to give life to your old tree by putting this bamboo nipa hut on top.

These are the other images that will surely satisfy your needs decorating your backyard or garden and businesses.

open type

Gazebo style

Cottage Type

 These designs is best  to decorate your garden, for relaxation or for your restaurant or resort/beach business.

You can also make it your own bamboo house, like these styles

Nipa Hut

Bamboo House

Don't forget to decorate your bamboo house with our available beautiful designs of furnitures and home decor that will comfort your family and your visitors as well. All these bamboo products are made from the finest bamboo materials and proudly Philippine made.

Disclaimer: I don't sell these things but for some who are interested to buy, email us at info@craftymomideas so we can give you the store details.

Woven Chair and Table Designs

Today I want to share to you another amazing hand-made craft designs. These products are my friend's business which can be found here in Laguna. I asked her permission if I can take pictures of her displayed products and she said yes. So the next day I went to her place equipped with my camera. I'm personally amazed with the perfect weaved and designs of her woven products. My friend doesn't know about crafting, she only do the financing, but her men really do a good job here.

Dining Chair.

Couch

These two are a few samples of the genuine woven rattan products. Products made of genuine rattan is more expensive than any other woven products.
Some woven products you will see are unnoticeable but they are made of rattan inspired plastics and not the real rattan. The manufacturer says that plastic woven products are more durable than the real rattan.

Dining Chair.

Couch

This beautiful  table set is made of plastic inspired abaca. I wish to buy this set for my terrace but I want to request for a customized size and chair design.

This is the real woven abaca dining chair. I love the native look of this craft, perfect to  placed in the garden.

These are just a few samples from wide variety of products and designs. They also make hanging couches, swing, bed and many more.

Different Designs of Bamboo Products

Today I am sharing this wonderful, amazing craft out of bamboo materials. This is my friend's business, they manufacture different bamboo products and specializes in making bamboo houses. I want to share these amazing crafts here because this is something that we Filipinos should be proud of. We have the most talented crafters in the country. This is also one good business idea, or if you're looking for bamboo products to buy, you can choose from here. I am not an agent or a middle man, I just love my friend and I want to help her to connect to possible clients from this blog.

Let me show you some of my friend's amazing bamboo product designs.

Bamboo bed

These bamboo beds are best for you if you're looking for an antique alternative or you simply  want to add native touch to your home or hotel business.

different designs of bamboo sala set

If you love a fresh and comfortable feeling, these bamboo sala set is the best house decor that will answer  your needs. You can put them in your garden, sala, veranda or anywhere in  your house or office, they will surely make your home or business office classy and artistic with a native touch of fresh looking bamboo products.

6 seater bamboo dining set

This dining set is the home furniture best for the whole family. If your interior design is something related to antique, old or native design, you can combine this bamboo dining set with your existing furnitures and decorations. This kind of products can adopt itself to modern designs, so even if you already have a modern, sophisticated ambiance in your place, this bamboo dining set won't be outcast-ed if combined.

Now let's go to the place where you can put all these bamboo products, of course, the bamboo houses and bamboo nipa huts. We have unlimited designs and sizes but we always ask the buyers of their own desired styles, but these images can give you more than you can imagine.

bamboo nipa hut square open type

This is a simple open design, our customers usually order this style to place them in the garden, resort's cottages and restaurants. If you are planning to put up a restaurant or a resort business, these open style bamboo nipa hut is the best cottages you'll ever have to offer to your customers. This gives fresh and relaxing ambiance.

Bamboo Bar House

This one is designed for a bar owner, it's a rectangular shape bamboo bar house.

Bamboo Tree House

 If you have an old boring  tree in your backyard, don't think to kill or cut them, instead, try to give life to your old tree by putting this bamboo nipa hut on top.

These are the other images that will surely satisfy your needs decorating your backyard or garden and businesses.

open type

Gazebo style

Cottage Type

 These designs is best  to decorate your garden, for relaxation or for your restaurant or resort/beach business.

You can also make it your own bamboo house, like these styles

Nipa Hut

Bamboo House

The bamboo house is decorated with sawali as double walling.