# Upcycled Denim School Supplies Turn Old Jeans into Practical Pencil Cases with This DIY Activity By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-11-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/denim-school-supplies References: [vanilla-craft.blogspot.co.nz](http://vanilla-craft.blogspot.co.nz/2013/11/diy-denim-pencil-case.html) These upcycled denim school supplies are offering some crafty ways to turn [old and outdated jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-jeans) into practical pencil cases. While most people would donate or simply throw out any old pair of denim pants, opting to reuse those garments in alternative products is a fantastic way to make the most out of items you already have. Perfect for anyone looking to hold their pencils or pens in something convenient and visually unique, these upcycled denim school supplies will definitely have others asking about your crafty creation. Requiring some scraps of denim, a zipper, scissors and sewing material, this [DIY denim pencil case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dumpstuder-pencil-holders) will definitely add a unique blue jean touch to any school supply collection. Featured on 'Vanilla Craft Blog,' this DIY activity is an inventive way to turn ordinary fabrics into useful stationary carriers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upcycled Denim School Supplies:** Opportunity for businesses to create sustainable and unique school supplies by upcycling old denim garments. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Crafting and DIY:** Crafting and DIY industry can tap into the trend of upcycling denim garments to create innovative and eco-friendly school supplies. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Sustainable fashion industry can explore the use of upcycled denim garments to create functional and stylish school supplies. - **Education:** Education industry can embrace the trend of upcycled denim school supplies to promote sustainability and creativity among students. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Clothespin-Inspired Mechanical Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentapa.md) - [Upcycled Denim Waste Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluff-stack-furniture.md) - [Denim-Upholstered Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/denimupholstered-sofas.md) - [Denim-Covered Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harry-nuriev.md) - [Upcycled Leather Wallet Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-leather-wallet.md) - [Denim-Adorned Furniture Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/denim-furniture1.md) - [Recycled Plastic Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-drop-pencil.md) - [Denim-Wrapped Home Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeansified-object.md) - [Co-Branded Upcycled Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rerebuilt-to-resist.md)