Hey Y’all! So all
over the boutique websites Indie clothiers are high-waist cutoff denim
shorts. So if you’re not willing to
spend $78+ for a pair of shorts, I’ll show you how to make it in under
$10. I decided to raise the stakes a
little, why don’t we ombre these badboys.
Here’s what you’ll need:
High-waist jeans or shorts
*Note: I got these pants from Goodwill, they are 100% cotton
Levi’s Denim. For the ombre to work,
100% cotton is best, too much spandex in stretch denim causes the dye to wash
out.
A bucket
Gloves
Vanity Spray Bottle
Pants hanger
Clothing Dye
Studs
Cut your jeans to the desired length (I chose 4 inches past
the lower seam). Then fray the edges of
the denim to a good length.
When you’re satisfied with the frayed bottom of the jeans,
prepare to dye them by hanging then sturdily on the pants hanger.
Follow the dye instructions for blending the dye. I chose a bright magenta (my favorite
color). Be sure to save some of the dye
in the Spray bottle to properly do the Ombre.
Dunk the Shorts to the bottom third is completely submerged in
the dye. Leave the top dry, use the
spray bottle to create the fading effect.
It doesn’t have to be perfect, actually the rougher the Ombre, the more
unique it looks.
Once the effect has been achieved, let them sit before
washing out the dye. Use a washer and
dryer for the best results.
*Note: Do not wash anything with the shorts when washing out
the dye, it can cause irreversible damage.
After washing them alone, set the washer on another cycle with just
bleach in it to get rid of any leftover dye.
To get the real rugged feel of the cutoff look, I added some
more fraying on the side over the pockets.I cuffed and sewed them also. The finishing touch were these bracket studs
I got for $1.50, I made them look like they were once all in line but fell off
over time.
So there you have it! Your first pair of Ombre Shorts! Remember to always Make It Yours, Make It
Fabulous!!!!
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