UPCYCLE JEANS INTO A PLEATED MINI SKIRT

Learn how to upcycle a pair of jeans into a pleated skirt through the craft of hand sewing.

  • Duration

    4 hours

  • Tools

    Hand sewing needles

  • Learners

    95+

  • Video

    15 minutes

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN...

Precision unpicking

Mastering the careful removal of stitches without damaging the fabric.

Accurate pinning

Ensuring a straight and even line for sewing alterations.

Pleat creation

Techniques for measuring, marking, and ironing pleats for a professional finish.

Efficient hemming

Using hemming web to quickly and neatly finish edges.

Back stitch mastery

Consistently using back stitch to create strong and even seams.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED...

  Hand sewing needle
 
 Thread
  Scissors
  Hemming web
  Jeans that fit you
  Tape Measure
  Unpicker
  Ruler
  Clips/pins
  Measuring tape
  Tailor's chalk

COURSE LESSONS

Innovative Project

This is my favourite course so far! I love how I was able to give a new life to my old jeans and turn it into something I will actually wear. The skirt is so cute and I've worn it so many times already.

Maria Rodriguez

Recommended

The step-by-step instructions on upcycling jeans into a pleated mini skirt were incredibly clear and easy to follow. This project was both fun and rewarding, and I’m excited to try it again with different jeans.

Ingrid Sørensen

Well Taught

The detailed walkthrough of turning jeans into a pleated mini skirt was not only informative but also inspiring. The course made the process feel manageable and enjoyable, and the finished product exceeded my expectations.

Jasmine Nguyen

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Created by

Ella Cope

Founder
Ella Cope has worked in the fashion industry for four years as the founder of Della Yellow and has experience with sustainability, upcycling, and creative direction.
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