Make your own quilted jeans with this easy tutorial

Quilted jeans are a fun and stylish twist on a classic wardrobe staple. Not only do they add a bit of texture and visual interest to your outfit, but they can also help to keep you warm on those chillier days. In this blog post, we’ll go over the steps for making your own quilted jeans, as well as some ideas for styling them once you’re finished.

If you love this post, check out how to make your own silver foil jeans here.

This quilted start jean upcycles gives life to an old pair or thrifted pair of jeans. The best party about this simple, easy tutorial is that it is no sew.

For this tutorial, I used Beacon’s Fabri-Tac glue. While the company makes an assort of glues, Fabri-Tac is special because it is made specifically for textiles. I’ve used a lot of “fabric glues” claiming a strong hold, but have been so disappointed. They have left residue (on clothes and myself), fell apart or were firm & sharp when dry.

However, heat and bond is a great alternative that might lead to a strong hold.

materials

Beacon Fabri-tac glue or heat and bond

Pair of old jeans

Scissors

Quilt star pattern

1/4 yard (or however small they will let you cut at the store) cotton fabric (4 different prints)

Instructions

Iron your fabric and trace the stencil onto the reverse of the fabric. * I used my cricut for this part so the lines would be crisp and even – however, I understand not everyone has one so tracing and cutting works as well*

Cut out 2 full stars of each type of fabric, so you have 16 pieces of each pattern.

On a flat surface, place and smooth the jean so the seam is face up on the working surface (as pictured)

Using the glue secure the fabric in a pattern that is appealing to you. I randomly assorted the fabrics to create more of a shabby chic look!

Per packaged instructions, allow the glue ample time to dry.

Styling your quilted jeans

Here are a few ideas for styling quilted jeans:

• Pair them with a chunky knit sweater and ankle boots for a cozy, casual look.
• Dress them up with a blouse, heels, and a statement necklace for a night out.
• Layer a denim jacket over a simple top and quilted jeans for a classic, laid-back vibe.
• Experiment with patterns and textures by pairing your quilted jeans with a printed blazer or a textured sweater.

Overall, quilted jeans are a fun and stylish addition to any wardrobe. Whether you’re looking for a way to add some texture to your outfit or just want to try something new, giving them a try is a great idea. Happy sewing!

If you love this idea, check out my other DIY tutorial to transform your jeans