Comments on Cardigan Empire: Money Saving Tips: Make Your Jeans Last Longer

Melissa, I have not tried it yet personally, but W...

2012-01-11T14:45:31.596-08:00

Melissa,
I have not tried it yet personally, but What I Wore 2 Day has: http://whatiwore2day.blogspot.com/2007/10/over-dyeing-denim.html

And I've heard several other positive experiences on the web. From what I understand, you just need to realize that the wash will be flat and singular, no shading, distressing, or whiskering.

If you try it, let me know how it goes!

Reachal, have you are any of the readers actually ...

2012-01-11T07:04:56.388-08:00

Reachal, have you are any of the readers actually re-dyed your denim? My favorite DARK blue pair of J Brands are getting very faded at the knees. I want to re-dye them, but dont' want to mess up! I have been reading online about it, but keep reading horror stories. Anyone have any advice?

Buy jeans that fit! One of the best money saving ...

2010-01-28T18:53:09.098-08:00

Buy jeans that fit! One of the best money saving tips. I've convinced myself to purchase adorable jeans that look really good...on someone else! Only to realize 6 months later after the 40th time taking them on and off, trying to convince myself that someday soon they will make my butt look perky. This is the biggest waste of my jean money!

I forgot to say you only need to add the vinegar t...

2010-01-27T21:35:45.699-08:00

I forgot to say you only need to add the vinegar the first few times you wash them so the dye doesn't rub off on your shoes and car seats and couch and hands and dog...you get the idea

For your super dark midnight wash denim you can ad...

2010-01-27T21:34:12.214-08:00

For your super dark midnight wash denim you can add white vinegar to your wash cycle which, like salt, will set the dye (think of easter eggs) but is a little less abrasive than salt can sometimes be. Add it like you would add bleach. WOrks like a charm.

Good tips! Thanks. -FringeGirl

2010-01-27T12:14:21.912-08:00

Good tips!

Thanks.
-FringeGirl

Pour salt in the washer after you've added the...

2010-01-27T11:24:34.552-08:00

Pour salt in the washer after you've added the soap and turned on the water, and before you add the jeans. Let it dissolve a little and let the soap bubble before putting the jeans in. The salt helps them keep their color. :)

Fantastic tips! Thank you! Now would you please l...

2010-01-27T09:46:39.133-08:00

Fantastic tips! Thank you!

Now would you please lead us all to the ever elusive perfect pair of jeans?

One more suggestion, if I may add it:

When hemming your jeans, have your tailor preserve the original hem so the stitching and any distressing on them will match the rest of the jeans.

These are such great tips. Thank you.

2010-01-26T14:08:25.853-08:00

These are such great tips. Thank you.

Excellent tips! My jeans always wear out sooo fast...

2010-01-26T09:42:12.108-08:00

Excellent tips! My jeans always wear out sooo fast...I'll have to try these.

Great tips. Thank you!

2010-01-26T08:07:11.322-08:00

Great tips. Thank you!

Pass on the ones that shrink to your shorter frien...

2010-01-25T21:36:03.948-08:00

Pass on the ones that shrink to your shorter friends! (That's my denim-saving tip for the day.)
I'm a new reader/follower to your blog, and I am loving your writing style, creative topics, and especially this series!

I will vow to take better care of my J Brands. Bu...

2010-01-25T11:58:40.069-08:00

I will vow to take better care of my J Brands. But they stretch out when I wear them more than once - hence making them too long on the pants that I have hemmed 4 times and they still seem to long. Oh well. You can check em out in Newport.