How to Cut Jeans into Shorts?
12 Jan 2024
You probably have some jeans in your closet that you don't feel like wearing anymore, right? Or your favorite jeans, over time, have already worn out and you decided to get rid of them?
Sometimes old jeans get boring, torn, and outdated... In general, many reasons appear for putting them away on a distant shelf or throwing them away. Your favorite pairs are outdated or no longer fit in length? Why not give them a second life with your imagination, a little time, and skill? If it's a pity to say goodbye to them, there is a solution - you can DIY shorts from old jeans with your own hands. Make it very simple. Shorts are associated with a hot summer when you want to put your whole body under the bright rays of the sun. Denim shorts are fashionable, beautiful, and stylish. Of course, you can buy ready-made models but remade from old jeans - a completely different matter. You will become the owner of a truly exclusive thing, in which the warmth of your hands is invested.
Old jeans with one movement of the hand turn into ... stylish shorts! Such an item for the closet is easy to make on your own without much effort, and a special fashionable note will give decorative elements and modern solutions for decorating shorts. Plus, saves money.
To make denim shorts at home, you can do without a sewing machine, enough scissors, a stiff brush, and a needle with thread under the color of jeans. In this article, we will tell you how to make stylish shorts from old-worn jeans, which will become your favorite in the closet.
Sometimes old jeans get boring, torn, and outdated... In general, many reasons appear for putting them away on a distant shelf or throwing them away. Your favorite pairs are outdated or no longer fit in length? Why not give them a second life with your imagination, a little time, and skill? If it's a pity to say goodbye to them, there is a solution - you can DIY shorts from old jeans with your own hands. Make it very simple. Shorts are associated with a hot summer when you want to put your whole body under the bright rays of the sun. Denim shorts are fashionable, beautiful, and stylish. Of course, you can buy ready-made models but remade from old jeans - a completely different matter. You will become the owner of a truly exclusive thing, in which the warmth of your hands is invested.
Old jeans with one movement of the hand turn into ... stylish shorts! Such an item for the closet is easy to make on your own without much effort, and a special fashionable note will give decorative elements and modern solutions for decorating shorts. Plus, saves money.
To make denim shorts at home, you can do without a sewing machine, enough scissors, a stiff brush, and a needle with thread under the color of jeans. In this article, we will tell you how to make stylish shorts from old-worn jeans, which will become your favorite in the closet.
Choose the Right Pair of Jeans
Probably, many fashionistas and needlewomen have never been convinced that the most exclusive and unique closet items are obtained only when you put your hand into their creations. Moreover, a beautiful and original thing can always retain its relevance and go out of fashion. A vivid example is denim shorts. After all, if you pay attention, you can notice that they remain at the peak of popularity every season. There is something special about jean shorts that reminds everyone of lightness, carefree, summer, sea, sexiness, and bright t-shirts. The best thing about denim shorts is that you do not have to spend money to buy them!
You need to start with a choice - from what jeans you can make shorts. It can be favorite, but already irrelevant models or specially bought pants. In order not to make a mistake with the style of the product taken as a basis, you need to have an idea in advance about what you can do with different old jeans.
Trendy shorts will turn out of free jeans, loose-fitting hips - Straight Fit or Relaxed Fit. Boyfriends, baggies, bootcuts, and classic straight pants are all suitable for creating the desired model.
You can also look at men's jeans of the right size. The actual fit is exaggerated.
Skinny jeans can be made except for the actual tight-fitting shorts, but tightly fitting to the hips model will look good only on slender and long legs.
It is better to choose dense denim for this DIY process - it will hold its shape well and will be suitable for creating any model. Stretch jeans are not suitable for transformation into fashionable shorts - such fabric will be difficult to cut neatly, and the bottom edge will be ugly to pull the hips.
If you don't have the right jeans in your closet, you can buy a pair of second-hand jeans. After buying, be sure to wash the pants, as the fabric may shrink and the shorts will not be the desired length.
You need to start with a choice - from what jeans you can make shorts. It can be favorite, but already irrelevant models or specially bought pants. In order not to make a mistake with the style of the product taken as a basis, you need to have an idea in advance about what you can do with different old jeans.
Trendy shorts will turn out of free jeans, loose-fitting hips - Straight Fit or Relaxed Fit. Boyfriends, baggies, bootcuts, and classic straight pants are all suitable for creating the desired model.
You can also look at men's jeans of the right size. The actual fit is exaggerated.
Skinny jeans can be made except for the actual tight-fitting shorts, but tightly fitting to the hips model will look good only on slender and long legs.
It is better to choose dense denim for this DIY process - it will hold its shape well and will be suitable for creating any model. Stretch jeans are not suitable for transformation into fashionable shorts - such fabric will be difficult to cut neatly, and the bottom edge will be ugly to pull the hips.
If you don't have the right jeans in your closet, you can buy a pair of second-hand jeans. After buying, be sure to wash the pants, as the fabric may shrink and the shorts will not be the desired length.
What You Need to Cut Jeans into Shorts?
The advantage of denim shorts is that they suit almost every man of any age and status, as well as physique. And the best part is that you do not have to spend money to buy them, they are easy to make from old unwanted pants from denim. Your diligence and hard work will help the shorts to become original, stylish, and fashionable.
To make good denim shorts you need:
jeans;
sewing kit or sewing machine;
sharp scissors;
a ruler, a measuring tape;
chalk or a bar of soap;
a pin;
decorative elements (optional, depending on your desire).
Find old, unwanted denim jeans that you don't mind cutting off. Pay attention to the material of the pants, because stretch is not a good fabric to experiment with. There are too many rubberized threads in it, which will worsen the appearance of the product. Too big baggy pants will eventually become baggy loose shorts, and narrow skinny jeans will become tight shorts. In any case, the pants should be machine-washed and dried before hemming and trimming. This will allow them to "sit up" a little for quality processing of pants and the creation of shorts These are shorts whose length reaches the knee.
Using a pin, determine the desired and preferred length, and fix the pin. Remove the pants and putting them on the table draw a smooth border of the cut with chalk adding one centimeter (it is necessary to twist the fabric and hem).
Cut the pants clearly along the defined border. Roll up the fabric and stitch it on the sewing machine very carefully. This will give the product a neat and finished look. If desired, you can also add some decorative elements that will decorate the product and make it incredibly stylish.
To make good denim shorts you need:
jeans;
sewing kit or sewing machine;
sharp scissors;
a ruler, a measuring tape;
chalk or a bar of soap;
a pin;
decorative elements (optional, depending on your desire).
Find old, unwanted denim jeans that you don't mind cutting off. Pay attention to the material of the pants, because stretch is not a good fabric to experiment with. There are too many rubberized threads in it, which will worsen the appearance of the product. Too big baggy pants will eventually become baggy loose shorts, and narrow skinny jeans will become tight shorts. In any case, the pants should be machine-washed and dried before hemming and trimming. This will allow them to "sit up" a little for quality processing of pants and the creation of shorts These are shorts whose length reaches the knee.
Using a pin, determine the desired and preferred length, and fix the pin. Remove the pants and putting them on the table draw a smooth border of the cut with chalk adding one centimeter (it is necessary to twist the fabric and hem).
Cut the pants clearly along the defined border. Roll up the fabric and stitch it on the sewing machine very carefully. This will give the product a neat and finished look. If desired, you can also add some decorative elements that will decorate the product and make it incredibly stylish.
Decide on the DIY Cut-Offs Length
In the meantime, you might be asking, "What length should I trim my jeans to?" After all, the choice of length when turning long pants into shorts can be very diverse. Before you start creating original shorts from old jeans, it is recommended to wash the product well. This should be done in the usual washing mode for jeans. After washing, the material will give way a little, which can create difficulties in determining the desired length.
Ultra-short denim shorts and bermudas remain the most fashionable shortly. You can also opt for something in between and cut your jeans to mid-thigh. Currently, several popular length variations are relevant among both the youth and the more mature generation.
Capri. The most popular choice among girls under the age of 25. When changing the style, you can create shorts with a lapel - it looks stylish and simple. This closet element is suitable for those who have slender legs.
The Bermudas. They resemble the well-known breeches: the length is slightly above the knee or covers the knee. The bermudas are suitable for everyday wear, walks, and meetings with friends. They can be combined with T-shirts, T-shirts, and outerwear.
Short shorts will be the perfect beachwear, especially if they are complemented by a raw edge. In this case, cut the jeans not horizontally, but diagonally in the shape of the letter V to emphasize the legs.
Ultra-short denim shorts and bermudas remain the most fashionable shortly. You can also opt for something in between and cut your jeans to mid-thigh. Currently, several popular length variations are relevant among both the youth and the more mature generation.
Capri. The most popular choice among girls under the age of 25. When changing the style, you can create shorts with a lapel - it looks stylish and simple. This closet element is suitable for those who have slender legs.
The Bermudas. They resemble the well-known breeches: the length is slightly above the knee or covers the knee. The bermudas are suitable for everyday wear, walks, and meetings with friends. They can be combined with T-shirts, T-shirts, and outerwear.
Short shorts will be the perfect beachwear, especially if they are complemented by a raw edge. In this case, cut the jeans not horizontally, but diagonally in the shape of the letter V to emphasize the legs.
How to Cut Jeans into Shorts - Step by Step Instructions
Once you have decided how short you want your pants to be, you need to get practical and there are a couple easy steps to follow. Instead of guessing, try on your denim and look in the mirror to determine the length of your shorts. You don't want your shorts to be too short, do you? So try on your original pair in front of the mirror to avoid such mishaps.
Mark with chalk how short you want the shorts to be. You can make a dot or a small line on the front and back to indicate exactly where you want the short to end. This step will help you avoid getting shabby denim shorts that are too long or too short.
Now it's time to draw the cut line. You should shorten the denim a little longer than you want the final product to be. This will give you a little room for error, as well as allow you to fray the shorts to your desired length. Also, if you want more back coverage, draw a line about half an inch down the leg so your shorts are a little longer in the back.
Using scissors, start cutting the denim from the outer seam along the chalk line. Once you cut completely, fold them in half so that both legs are the same length.
Now try the denim shorts on again to make sure you have an even cut, and assess the length at this stage. If you find that they are too long, draw another line with chalk and trim the bottom of the shorts with scissors.
Use sandpaper or a razor blade to loosen the denim. Lay the shorts on a flat surface. Use the sandpaper and rub the bottom of the shorts if you want to make them softer and more controlled. Or run a razor blade along the bottom if you want your shorts to look more frayed.
To make a pair of shorts evenly worn, apply the same amount of pressure to the entire bottom. To add a little variety, you can pick out a few spots that will be a little bothersome by rubbing them harder and/or longer with sandpaper or a razor blade.
Last step: Wash the shorts. To keep your bottoms looking naturally frayed, wash your shorts about 1-3 times before you put them on. If you find that your shorts are still too long after washing or that you want them to look more frayed, you can trim them and fray them with sandpaper or a little more with a razor blade.
After making the changes, wash them again. Remember, the more often you wash and wear your shorts, the more they will become frayed. Thus, it may take you some time to get perfectly frayed shorts.
No spring and summer closet item is more timeless than the perfect pair of shabby denim shorts. It's also an instant addition to your closet for practically free.
If you want to add more individuality to your homemade shorts, decorate them with embroidery, patch pockets, or painting with acrylic fabric paints. Do not overdo it with the decor - minimalism is in fashion, so let the details of the decor be concise.
You can make fashionable denim shorts in grunge style, adding scuffs or changing the color by whitening the fabric in places. To create holes, make small cuts in the desired places and carefully pull out a few threads.
You can create a lightly laundered look by using bleach. Dilute the composition according to the instructions and immerse the shorts in the solution for some time. The duration of exposure depends on the concentration of the solution. After getting the desired shade, rinse the clothes thoroughly.
Mark with chalk how short you want the shorts to be. You can make a dot or a small line on the front and back to indicate exactly where you want the short to end. This step will help you avoid getting shabby denim shorts that are too long or too short.
Now it's time to draw the cut line. You should shorten the denim a little longer than you want the final product to be. This will give you a little room for error, as well as allow you to fray the shorts to your desired length. Also, if you want more back coverage, draw a line about half an inch down the leg so your shorts are a little longer in the back.
Using scissors, start cutting the denim from the outer seam along the chalk line. Once you cut completely, fold them in half so that both legs are the same length.
Now try the denim shorts on again to make sure you have an even cut, and assess the length at this stage. If you find that they are too long, draw another line with chalk and trim the bottom of the shorts with scissors.
Use sandpaper or a razor blade to loosen the denim. Lay the shorts on a flat surface. Use the sandpaper and rub the bottom of the shorts if you want to make them softer and more controlled. Or run a razor blade along the bottom if you want your shorts to look more frayed.
To make a pair of shorts evenly worn, apply the same amount of pressure to the entire bottom. To add a little variety, you can pick out a few spots that will be a little bothersome by rubbing them harder and/or longer with sandpaper or a razor blade.
Last step: Wash the shorts. To keep your bottoms looking naturally frayed, wash your shorts about 1-3 times before you put them on. If you find that your shorts are still too long after washing or that you want them to look more frayed, you can trim them and fray them with sandpaper or a little more with a razor blade.
After making the changes, wash them again. Remember, the more often you wash and wear your shorts, the more they will become frayed. Thus, it may take you some time to get perfectly frayed shorts.
No spring and summer closet item is more timeless than the perfect pair of shabby denim shorts. It's also an instant addition to your closet for practically free.
If you want to add more individuality to your homemade shorts, decorate them with embroidery, patch pockets, or painting with acrylic fabric paints. Do not overdo it with the decor - minimalism is in fashion, so let the details of the decor be concise.
You can make fashionable denim shorts in grunge style, adding scuffs or changing the color by whitening the fabric in places. To create holes, make small cuts in the desired places and carefully pull out a few threads.
You can create a lightly laundered look by using bleach. Dilute the composition according to the instructions and immerse the shorts in the solution for some time. The duration of exposure depends on the concentration of the solution. After getting the desired shade, rinse the clothes thoroughly.
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