| Piece | Qty | Dimensions | Fabric | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fabric | Width | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Repurposed denim pants (1-2 pairs, 12-14 oz) | variable | 2 pairs |
| Salvaged zipper (from original pants) | - | 1 |
| Shredded memory foam or polyfill stuffing | - | 3-4 lbs |
| Topstitch thread (gold/orange) | - | 1 spool |
Deconstructed pant panels: Use leg fronts for backrest front and back (24" × 20" each). Use remaining leg for wings and bottom. Keep original waistband and hem as decorative elements if possible.
Cut apart denim pants along seams. Remove zipper carefully to reuse. Save the zipper for the closure. Press flat all usable panels.
💡 Focus on leg panels for the largest continuous pieces.
Using the largest denim panels, cut front and back pieces 24" × 20". If legs are too narrow, seam two pieces together.
💡 Keep existing hem as a decorative edge if possible.
Cut two side wing pieces 20" × 6" and one bottom panel 20" × 6". Use remaining pant legs.
💡 Use seams from original pants as design details.
Create a zipper panel by inserting the salvaged zipper into the bottom edge of the back panel. The zipper opening will be used to fill and remove stuffing.
💡 Keep the zipper pull accessible. Use a zipper foot on your machine.
Sew side wings to each side of the front panel, right sides together. Topstitch for durability.
💡 Reinforce with bar tacks at stress points.
Sew bottom panel to the front + wing assembly. This creates the seat/base of the backrest.
💡 Use ½" seam allowance throughout.
Place front assembly and back panel right sides together. Sew along sides and top, leaving the zippered bottom open.
💡 Clip curves at corners for clean turning.
Turn right side out through the zipper opening. Fill with shredded memory foam, polyfill, or recycled fabric scraps. Zip closed when full.
💡 Start with the wings, then fill the main body. Adjust firmness to preference.