DIY: Denim Cargo Vest

July 26, 2012

Posted 09/12

There are a few denim vests on the market right now that had me convinced I needed this staple in my summer line up (like such). Here is a way you can add one to yours without shelling out the big $!

{This was the inspiration for this DIY: pinterest via Harpar’s Bazaar}

Check your local thrift store for a denim jacket. That is where I found mine!

Supplies:

Denim Jacket

Needle

Thread

Scissors

Instructions:

1. Cut off the sleeves as close to the hem line as possible. (Use sharp fabric scissors)

2. Cut the other end of the sleeve and cuff off at the length you want your pockets.

3. Flip them inside out and sew about 1/4 inch in along the end opposite of the cuff.

4. Flip back outside in and line where you would like the pocket to go. Stitch from the inside of the vest all along the four sides of the pocket. Be careful not to sew through the top part of the pocket. This part may seem daunting, but it was actually pretty easy!

Total time: 20 minutes

Total Cost: $5

{Tote: c/o Windsore Store, Dress: Loft, Necklaces: Macaroy Kangaroo, ebay, Shoes: Steve Madden, Watch: aldo, Bracelet: c/o Loren Hope}

I hope you all enjoy this! Would love to see pics if you give it a go!

Cheers!

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Tinacious Me says:

July 26, 2012 at 1:39 pm

Very neat! thanks for the tutorial~
http://www.Tinacious.Me

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Tiffany @ Savor Home says:

July 26, 2012 at 1:42 pm

Love this! The pockets are genius…

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Camille says:

July 26, 2012 at 1:49 pm

!!

Ummm.

TOO good.

I am def. getting a denim jacket for the Fall…maybe I’ll give the vest a go.

Cheers.

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Amy says:

July 26, 2012 at 2:06 pm

Such a great idea! You must be reading my mind. I’ve been wanting a denim vest and just ordered one from JCrew. I wonder if it’s too late to DIY?!?

xx Amy

Leopard and Lillies

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Natasha Fatah says:

July 26, 2012 at 2:13 pm

I have a white jean jacket that I’m dying to convert into a vest but I’m intimidated. :S

~Natasha Fatah~
~Natasha Fatah~

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Erin says:

July 26, 2012 at 2:19 pm

It doesn’t even look like a DIY! You did a fabulous job!

xoxo
Erin
peacelovedecor.com

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Diana says:

July 26, 2012 at 2:50 pm

It looks great!

I think this is one of my favorite looks on you. It’s tough and sexy!

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Chic 3:16 says:

July 26, 2012 at 3:02 pm

You are so darn creative !! I love it !! 🙂

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Clarissa Fidler says:

July 26, 2012 at 3:06 pm

Anna, I love your posts! You always inspire me to try new things. Plus, your ideas are affordable and that’s huge for me. My blog post today is inspired by one of yours. I hope you’ll check it out: http://westhawthorneplace.blogspot.com/2012/07/the-statement-necklace.html

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Brooke says:

July 26, 2012 at 3:14 pm

Love this!!! I need to go find a cheap denim jacket so I can do this!

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Shea Sayers says:

July 26, 2012 at 3:17 pm

Well DIY queen, you’ve done it again! I love the way this turned out–even better than the inspiration!

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Marina {Yummy Mummy) says:

July 26, 2012 at 3:19 pm

I love denim with a classic black dress! Gorgeous.

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danielle p. says:

July 26, 2012 at 3:33 pm

ahh, i just love denim vests! thanks for the how-to :] xx

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Jenmarie says:

July 26, 2012 at 4:30 pm

You’re truly talented! Love this look, Anna!

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Emily Lunstroth says:

July 26, 2012 at 4:31 pm

LOVE this looks awesome!

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seriouslysassymama.com says:

July 26, 2012 at 4:41 pm

You are crafty!

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Sara Flynn says:

July 26, 2012 at 4:50 pm

You are so unbelievably talented. Looks great! 🙂

Sara
http://seventwentysomethings.blogspot.com

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Ladipo says:

July 26, 2012 at 5:01 pm

So stylish and innovative as usual…you rock 🙂
Have a super day!

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The Trailovs says:

July 26, 2012 at 6:00 pm

seriously. stop. totally doing this.

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Beth @ dot...in the city says:

July 26, 2012 at 6:00 pm

I love this so much! Just last week I started plotting how I could get my hands on a denim jacket to make a vest, but I really love the cargo pocket idea!!! Thank you for sharing 🙂

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jessica {creative index} says:

July 26, 2012 at 6:21 pm

looks great!! i love that you added pockets!

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annie says:

July 26, 2012 at 7:39 pm

i did the same thing last week! great

http://anmarkdesign.blogspot.gr/

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Leigh says:

July 26, 2012 at 9:53 pm

Looks great! I don’t know if I could pull that off though–hmm.
xoxo,
Leigh

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Simply LKJ says:

July 26, 2012 at 9:56 pm

Super cute! And the pockets are perfect. Very clever!

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Giovanna says:

July 26, 2012 at 10:31 pm

Great DIY! I’ve been searching thrift stores for denim pieces to do the same thing! Hopefully I come across one soon!

xx
Giovanna
http://www.oliveandanarrow.com

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Gaby [The Vault Files] says:

July 26, 2012 at 10:47 pm

You’re such a genius Anna. Love what you did, and love that is not a cropped, fitted one. It’s perfect! And paired with that dress, gorgeous!

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Gaby [The Vault Files] says:

July 26, 2012 at 10:47 pm

You’re such a genius Anna. Love what you did, and love that is not a cropped, fitted one. It’s perfect! And paired with that dress, gorgeous!

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Lindsay says:

July 27, 2012 at 6:23 am

Ive been on the hunt for a jean vest. I am doing this like right now 🙂

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Laura Trevey says:

July 27, 2012 at 11:42 am

Love that denim vest, but especially those shoes!!

Laura | Bright Bold and Beautiful blog

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Denise Lopatka says:

July 27, 2012 at 2:15 pm

oh my goodness how cute! I am going to try this. you are genius!

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Molly says:

July 30, 2012 at 2:28 pm

This is awesome! You did such a great job. Now if only I had a thrift store close to me.

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Bre says:

July 31, 2012 at 7:23 am

Okay, this post has really convinced me that I need to learn how to sew. I love what you did with that jean jacket. It’s simply brilliant!

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Heidi says:

July 31, 2012 at 11:50 am

I love this! such a cool easy idea! -Heidi
http://fabricandfrosting.blogspot.no/

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Sheree says:

August 1, 2012 at 12:35 pm

I love this! I LOVE my denim vest, I wear it all the time! The one you did is fantastic..the fabric on that jacket is perfect for this..it looks just worn in and thin..I LOVE it!
sheree x
http://www.itsnotthatdeep.com

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