Washable Denim Flogger 2.0

As you can see from the date of the original denim flogger post, it has been about 2.5 years since the original was crafted. In the interim I have been casually thinking about what changes I wanted to make, how I was going to execute them, and a lot of thought went into trying to prevent fraying.

Before I go into detail about the new flogger, I must put this statement out there:

"What I thought would be perfect ended up being a huge mindf*ck. It wasn't until I got my hands on  "the right tool" that the creative juices flowed and actually allowed this project to go forward. It's not about how many tools one has, rather, how one finds and uses the correct tool for a given job that matters most."

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WASHABLE DENIM FLOGGER 2.0

This is an image of the new 2.0 version of the denim flogger. What's different is how the falls are made and how they are attached. As you would recall from the original version you will recall that it was made from a single piece of 30" x 46" non-stretch denim. For this version I used 60" non-stretch denim, however, it wasn't from a single piece. Here's what you will need for this version:

What you will need:

-sewing machine
-serger
-four cones of serger thread
-an additional cone or spool of coordinating thread for your sewing machine
-60" of 60" non-stretch denim cut into two 30" x 60" pieces
-1 - 7" 3/8" dowel
-7" of Velcro
-fabric shears or a cuting wheel
-cutting mat (if using a cutting wheel)
-a metal yard stick
-pins
-disappearing ink, tailor's chalk, or some other fabric marking tool
-a nice work surface
-patience
-small shears to trim threads
-music to enjoy while you sew
-a wood saw
-an iron and ironing board

First, iron your fabric folded in half with the selvage edges together. I prefer to keep the selvage since it is already bound and it will not fray.

Next, either mark out one of the 30" pieces using the yard stick and marking tool in 1.25" increments, or simply place the yard stick on the fabric, on the cutting mat, in 1.25" increments and cut a strip at each. It's all about what tools you have and what your preference is. At any rate you will end up with 23 - 1.25" 30" strips of folded fabric.

Then, this is where the serger is going to be your best friend. With the edges lined up, run the first edge of fall through the serger, allowing it to trim and bind the edge. Then turn the pieces around and run it through so that it equals 7/8". Your piece will look like the image below.

As you can see both edges have been trimmed and bound by the serger. This will keep the fraying at bay.