DIY Denim Shorts ( How to turn jeans into shorts )
Am I the only one who finds it challenging to find the perfect pair of denim jeans? I prefer to wear longer shorts, which can be hard to find in stores. Summer in California can be brutal, so shorts are a must! I went through my closet and found a pair of old jeans that I no longer wear. (If you can't find any jeans to turn into shorts, you can always take a trip to the thrift store. They have so many great options.
MATERIALS NEEDED:
- Jeans
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Chalk or marker
- Iron
DIRECTIONS:
1.
) TRY ON.
) TRY ON.
Begin by putting on the jeans and determining how short you want them. Put your finger on the highest point you want them to be and make a mark there with a marker. (Because I want to fold the ends, I will mark the line lower than I want the shorts to be.)
2.) MEASURE.
Take off your jeans and lay them on a flat surface. Draw a line along the line you previously made. (A ruler comes in handy for keeping the line straight.)
3.) START CUTTING.
Carefully cut along the line you just drew.
Fold the jeans in half to cut the other side so they're the same length.
5.) CREATE A CUFF:
Roll the edge up 1-2 inches to create a cuff. Fold it once more. Repeat on the other side.
6.) IRON.
Finish by ironing the shorts, especially focusing on the cuffs.)
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