Upcycle Denim Rag Rug

A great way to upcycle old jeans. The denim is cut into strips and used as a core to crochet around. Materials required: -2-3 pairs of old denim jeans -sharp fabric scissors -crochet hook 5mm (slightly bigger or smaller is fine) -cotton yarn assorted colours – whatever leftovers you have, 5-8ply (sport to DK) held double or 10ply (worsted) held single Great way to use up leftover cotton yarn scraps. You can use this technique to make a rag rug in any size you like.