Not long ago after I had been asked by my friend Aaron to do a class on textile dyeing for his art students I decided to start with a quick session for my close friends. It gave me time to do a pre-teaching class before I actually went on with the real thing—I wasn’t too keen on the idea in the beginning. It’s been a long while since I’ve taught a crafts class, but my nervous energy developed into a much calmer and comfortable feeling in the end.
Fortunately the class went very well, as the artful teenager’s attention seemed to be held by the subject nicely. Afterward, I showed my temporary pupils a few other dyeing examples including these jeans (above) that I had finished. “I want those,” yelled one young girl. I was quite surprised because though I loved them, a couple of my friend’s asked if I was going to wear them out! Of course, I was! I will forgive those two people, as fashion is not their focal point in life. (Joking!)
Aside from the comical relief that I apparently provided for a couple of folks, I was very happy for the outcome of my denim stone-wash project.
How to Get the Camouflage:
All that was needed was coffee, bleach, water, and optional bands. I used charcoal not black old denim jeans. First I soaked the denim with coffee, then sporadically spraying bleach on the front and back.
Let them rinse in the washing machine. After it finished spinning, I then poured a large amount of coffee in random motion preferably in a few of the bleached areas (this creates a layering, marbled effect). Be mindful of the crotch and bum areas. Wait approx. 30 min.
Next, I rinsed the denim again, and this time pouring around 1cup of bleach and water on front and back areas, focusing on the parts that you want lighter (This part of the directions works best if it’s done when the denim is loosely scrunched all together with rubber bands).
Let it sit for about 3-5 minutes and wash/rinse. *Do not dry denim until the last step is finished. Please be careful when bleaching and dyeing textiles, if you are not experienced seek expert advice.
The goods: Denim-H&M/Ladyofashion modified, Heels-Salvatore Ferragamo, Necklaces: Ribbon necklace-Ladyofashion, Zipper-DIY, Silver chain linking-F21, Waistcoat-AbStudio, Leather clutch-DIY
Ha! No problem my friend! It's quite easy though, but let me know if you have any questions for any DIY! Enjoy your day!
*your nickname is "J" by the way! Hope it's okay, lol.
omg!!! this is fantastic!!! i really want to do this but we may need a date for you to walk me through this b/c i'm a little intimidated by the directions. the outcome is 100% worth my apprehensions 🙂
Thanks! I wanted it to be different, and I'm so happy with it. Very custom to my style. 🙂
Thanks for visiting! I really appreciate it, yes, I'm sure a few of my friends will want me to make them a pair soon. 🙂 Enjoy your weekend.
Found your blog on IFB's roundup and I love this post! I am usually scared of "marble" style denim because it can easily look like a mess but you did an impressive job mama! Wow, your friends are crazy for not seeing the fabulousness in your diy. I would rock those babies! Great job 🙂
I LOVE this! So adorable and creative! I have a an old pair of dark pants that I was considering tossing. Thanks for the inspiration!
These pants made my mouth drop..lol
Amazing..new follower…lol
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These look AMAZING! Such a great idea, and I love how unique they look.
Thanks Meanz! 🙂
this rocks! what a great idea 🙂
p.s. congrats for the IFB link, I'm on there too.x
Thank you! That's the idea. 🙂 xo
🙂 Muaah! xx
lol no! works best if you have a container/bowl. I think the bf would go a bit crazy if I poured it in our reg. machine. Thanks for your comment. They are my new favourite! 🙂
That's so creative! They look great! Thanks for sharing 🙂
wow that is pretty awesome! just a quest.. did u pour the coffee while it was IN the washing machine? no i hope.. i think BF would think i was nuts if i tried that
Amazing diy. They do have a nice marble effect. And I like the charcoal black peaking through. It looks nicer than a deep black would, I think.
great DIY! i love it!
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Those pants are FANTASTIC! What a great DIY.
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Not only do I think they look awesome, but I am uber impressed that you made them and you did a crafts class about them as well. so talented!
What an excellent denim dyeing job! Of course you should wear them out! And thanks for your good wishes on the move.
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How fun! They came out great 🙂
i love this look on you, and it's even more impressive that you made them!
So cute!
I am usually not a big fan of camo, BUT these pants are great and they are just great on you!
Love what you did! I dyed a dress a few years back in a textile dying class and it turned out great.
xo Mary Jo
Thanks so much Daniella!
Wow! Super fabulous. I think I'd wear them every day.
Love what you did! I dyed a dress a few years back in a textile dying class and it turned out great.
xo Mary Jo
Those pants are flipping amazing. They came out amazingly!!
What cool jeans you have m'dear and how cool that you taught others how to make them! What a great idea to practice on your friends. These came out very well! Thank you for the comment on my blog!
Thank you! Yes, I'm loving patterned pants as well. Enjoy your week. -xo
This is an awesome DIY! Madison, I saw a similar pair of jeans on Song of Style but her dye was only on the top part of the waistband! I like the all over look!
Wow! Super fabulous. I think I'd wear them every day.
Thank you for the bday wishes! Super cool DIY! I need to try it out!
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Muah! xxoo
Thank you. 🙂
lol, Of course I did doll! (I know that was rhetorical!) hehe! I'd love to make you a pair one day. Hope you're having a great week so far. -xx
WOW, such a great DIY idea. And patterned pants are all th erage this season!!! Thanks for sharing! Love your blog! Hope you are having a wonderful day!
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NO WAY you did this? Simply amazing job lovely! I want a pair!!!
x.o.x.o
Those are pretty interesting! Very cool!!!! What a great DIY!
I can't believe you dyed them yourself, it looks designer done! great job!
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Yes, it is a bit of a patience tester. lol Thanks, Mongs so glad that you like them too! -xo
Yes, I think one of my favourite DIYs that I've done. Thanks, I looove the result!
I can't believe those are a DIY! They came out perfectly.
Wow, it looks amazing! Congrats on the lesson too! 🙂
I admire your skill and DIY attitude. The jeans turned out great.
I can't believe those are a DIY! They came out perfectly.
the stone wash effect turned out really well. Not sure if I have the confidence to try it tho' maybe if I can find a cheap pair of jeans at the thrift store. Thanks for sharing, it's a fabulous idea!
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They look utterly brilliant, you are a styling queen! x
very cool those trousers!! love the camouflage.. it is different
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Soooooooooooo clever, wowwwwwwwwww
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Looks fabulous – love it!
Annie
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Soooooooooooo clever, wowwwwwwwwww
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wow, that's very creative..the denim looks great and has a European flare to it.
haha, Love ya! Tks!
🙂 I appreciate the compliment even more! Thanks. I'm so happy with the result.
Thanks doll! 🙂
haha! I love it! Thanks for paying my blog a visit during work hours … I won't tell! xo
Thanks so much! It was fun to do. 🙂
Amazing DIY, darling!
xoxox,
CC
I want your pants. Not in a creepy way. Just in an envious way.
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It's really cool that you taught that class – and those jeans are awesome!
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Ahh, those jeans look amazing! You did a fantastic job!
so rad! and it made me jump up and down (internally, since i'm sneakily doing this at work) bc i love it so.
nice clutch!!
oh my gawrsh! they turned out great! I haven't had the courage to play with dyeing/bleaching cloth yet, but now I WANT a pair of those jeans! Good job lady– they look fabulous on you!
great pictures. love the tie dye u did.. great work… nice blog dear if u like mine too may be v can follow each other http://lets-doll-up.blogspot.com/
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i REALLY like that look, and i'm not a camouflage girl. VERY VERY nice! You look great girl.
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Those pants are amazing! Great job, you look so so chic!!
What a cool DIY Madison!! I don't know that I have the patience for it, but they're awesome!
Love this! fabulous way to add a twist to style 🙂
Thanks so much Claire! I loooove them! -xx 🙂
You've done a great job,loving those jeans!!!! Also love how you styled them,you look stunning!! 🙂
Take care,Daniella xox
They are abs fab – i cant believe you did them yourself – great finish x
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i REALLY like that look, and i'm not a camouflage girl. VERY VERY nice! You look great girl.
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Those pants are amazing! Great job, you look so so chic!!
What a cool DIY Madison!! I don't know that I have the patience for it, but they're awesome!