How to Make Jean Slippers
Slide your feet into the back pockets of the jeans., Measure the length of the bottom of your foot and add 1 inch (2.5 cm)., To make the soles, trace around the pattern twice onto the foam and four times onto some denim from the jeans., Sandwich a...
Step-by-Step Guide
-
Step 1: Slide your feet into the back pockets of the jeans.
The pockets should fit your feet comfortably.
Cut the pockets off and trim any extra fabric from the inside. -
Step 2: Measure the length of the bottom of your foot and add 1 inch (2.5 cm).
Measure the width of your foot and add 1 inch (2.5 cm).
Using these measurements, draw a rectangle on tracing paper.
Cut it out and round off the corners.
This is your pattern for the soles of the slippers. , Cut these pieces out. , Pin the pieces together.
Do the same with the other pieces. , Pin the pockets to the soles lining up the outside edges as neatly as you can. , Remove the pins. , Allow to dry. , -
Step 3: To make the soles
-
Step 4: trace around the pattern twice onto the foam and four times onto some denim from the jeans.
-
Step 5: Sandwich a piece of foam between two pieces of denim.
-
Step 6: Lay one pocket on each sole so the bottom of the pocket is at the top of the sole.
-
Step 7: Sew around the outside edge of each slipper 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) form the edge.
-
Step 8: Using puffy paint draw squiggly lines on the bottom of of each slipper to make them nonslip.
-
Step 9: Finished.
Detailed Guide
The pockets should fit your feet comfortably.
Cut the pockets off and trim any extra fabric from the inside.
Measure the width of your foot and add 1 inch (2.5 cm).
Using these measurements, draw a rectangle on tracing paper.
Cut it out and round off the corners.
This is your pattern for the soles of the slippers. , Cut these pieces out. , Pin the pieces together.
Do the same with the other pieces. , Pin the pockets to the soles lining up the outside edges as neatly as you can. , Remove the pins. , Allow to dry. ,
About the Author
Carl Long
With a background in lifestyle and practical guides, Carl Long brings 5 years of hands-on experience to every article. Carl believes in making complex topics accessible to everyone.
Rate This Guide
How helpful was this guide? Click to rate: