How to Distress Denim | ElevatedIke

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  • Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024

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  • @keshudioo
    @keshudioo 8 лет назад +455

    Yours is far the best distressed jeans video I've seen. The outcome is really nice.

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад +20

      Thank you. I hope yours turns out well.

  • @1rxmi
    @1rxmi 5 лет назад +739

    i rubbed my knee into an skate griptape and it distressed it quite well

    • @cptnchristMyth
      @cptnchristMyth 5 лет назад +12

      Yeah I use a foam sanding block. You can put creases folds into the jeans eans and and then send the edges of the creases

    • @wahyuahmedrasheed8091
      @wahyuahmedrasheed8091 4 года назад +111

      And your knee got distressed as well right?🤣

    • @alexgilmore6638
      @alexgilmore6638 4 года назад +20

      @@wahyuahmedrasheed8091 yes actually because like a idiot I did it to but I had it on my leg

    • @prod.schemeteam203
      @prod.schemeteam203 4 года назад +23

      Cause that’s how people used to distress their jeans before it became a trend

    • @luism8976
      @luism8976 4 года назад +2

      xx_ anxiety_xx did they turn out good

  • @IrvingNolasco
    @IrvingNolasco 8 лет назад +255

    This was very helpful especially since i was thinking about doing this to some old skinny jeans this gives them a completely new look !!!

  • @SEMTEXS
    @SEMTEXS 4 года назад +386

    can’t wait to spend 7$ on thrifted jeans and bring em back to life

    • @301edgar4
      @301edgar4 4 года назад +18

      Nah fr tho I've done this to life five different pairs of Jean's from the thrift 🤩🤩

  • @dvnking
    @dvnking 7 лет назад +7

    The cut pull cut technique is exactly what I've been looking for but didn't know what to search, thanks man.

  • @immanuelmcgee2550
    @immanuelmcgee2550 8 лет назад +655

    I thought I was trippin when i saw three hands pop up at 4:00, like this dude is cold

    • @Shojaboy
      @Shojaboy 8 лет назад +6

      +Immanuel McGee YOO fuck me too hahaha

    • @bell4420
      @bell4420 7 лет назад +5

      HAD ME DED

    • @chrismartin.13
      @chrismartin.13 6 лет назад +3

      SAME😂💀

    • @scu-dub
      @scu-dub 6 лет назад

      Immanuel McGee lol i was trippin myself

  • @elevatedike
    @elevatedike  9 лет назад +618

    After the first wash they will look even better.

    • @klassen5.cprstskole201
      @klassen5.cprstskole201 7 лет назад +1

      Elevated Ike o

    • @fj4971
      @fj4971 7 лет назад

      Those shoes are tough. What are they?

    • @imupthere786
      @imupthere786 7 лет назад +3

      mercari.com

    • @wildklan8238
      @wildklan8238 7 лет назад

      Elevated Ike yeah

    • @jellyacc
      @jellyacc 5 лет назад +2

      best tutorial thus far. the other one with the cheese grater looked awful :/

  • @letstalkwithakila2494
    @letstalkwithakila2494 5 месяцев назад +12

    Who’s here is 2024 😬😆

  • @MaduUdeh
    @MaduUdeh 8 лет назад +107

    the song on repeat made me go crazy. had to mute it. it was fire though.

  • @ronaldwilliams853
    @ronaldwilliams853 3 года назад +1

    My dude talking about "warps" and "wefts" - yes, I instantly subscribed. Fantastic video, bro.

  • @ahmednhiri3403
    @ahmednhiri3403 8 лет назад +2

    Your video is literally the only video I understand and can actually use

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад +1

      +Ahmed Nhiri Thanks Ahmed that means a lot

  • @loloholmes2793
    @loloholmes2793 3 года назад

    I'm impressed a man can use a sewing machine!! My husband was afraid to touch the one I had.

  • @RekSauceMinecraft
    @RekSauceMinecraft 5 лет назад +98

    Do not try to distress Levi... way to tough and it’s difficult, messed up a pair of my jeans lol

    • @rns7497
      @rns7497 5 лет назад +4

      That's exactly what I put in my search bar...thanks man

    • @gobrqzy9487
      @gobrqzy9487 5 лет назад +6

      RekSauce i just distressed levi it didn't even look bad

    • @misterbosslove45
      @misterbosslove45 4 года назад +8

      Ohh my gosh dude you just saved meee 😂

    • @jojog1489
      @jojog1489 4 года назад +2

      Too late😞

  • @zackwest6382
    @zackwest6382 5 лет назад

    This is definitely one of the best how to distress your jean video

  • @rennbr1895
    @rennbr1895 8 лет назад +5

    man I've done a few jeans myself already but you helped me a lot with the patch great vid, thanks fam

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      +Renniel Burgos Thank you I'm gladded it helped.

  • @xMikeisonfire
    @xMikeisonfire 8 лет назад +90

    Damn these came out sick. I've been thinking of distressing an old pair of my black jeans but I'm afraid they wouldn't turn out too well. This video inspired me though, might as well give it a shot!

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад +12

      +Michael Carnero Definitely do it man

    • @bj2280ms
      @bj2280ms 8 лет назад

      did you fail?

    • @xMikeisonfire
      @xMikeisonfire 8 лет назад +31

      Bilal Jaden Nah man. Distressed the knees and gave it raw hems, it was pretty easy and looks dope. And I'm not a DIY kinda guy at all. If you're thinking about it, go for it!

    • @user-hk8eq6sk8w
      @user-hk8eq6sk8w 8 лет назад +2

      Mine came out dope!

  • @VoltUni
    @VoltUni 2 года назад +4

    2021 and still relevant video, can’t wait to try my pair

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching. Glad it helped.

  • @tonyaspain29
    @tonyaspain29 2 года назад +2

    I watched several "how to distress denim vids and kept coming back to yours. Your technique was the easiest to try. I did a pair of my own and 3 pairs for my nephew. Thanks for posting!

  • @ObeyBieber4ever
    @ObeyBieber4ever 7 лет назад +4

    This is the best tutorial I ever seen , thank you so much you did a good job explaining in this video , thank you so much

  • @silverdetox
    @silverdetox 8 лет назад +15

    kiss land instrumental is beautiful

  • @elevatedike
    @elevatedike  8 лет назад +32

    Jeans: A. Saari X Analog custom taper

    • @revise6825
      @revise6825 8 лет назад

      Cant find them ._.
      Can you please give me a Link?

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      no longer in production
      think i got them back in 2013

    • @zainrattoo
      @zainrattoo 8 лет назад +1

      revise

    • @revise6825
      @revise6825 8 лет назад +7

      what?

  • @DonJulio5
    @DonJulio5 9 лет назад +5

    Best tutorial on RUclips

  • @DonnKnee
    @DonnKnee 8 лет назад +2

    About to attempt this now. I'm going to test an old pair of jeans first so I don't completely screw it up! You're the first guy I've seen do it and the first person to mention the knee cap not being a box! lol I feel more comfortable using your method!
    Wish me luck !

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      +Dante Bradley Did you try it, how did your jeans come out?

    • @DonnKnee
      @DonnKnee 8 лет назад +1

      Elevated Ike I did! They came out great! I tried it on an older pair of jeans that didn't fit right, so it looked off. I then tried it on some fitted tailored slims and it turned out great!
      I did have to rewind and pause your video a couple times to get the method down but I did nonetheless lol. Thanks!!

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад +1

      Great man. Glad this helped

  • @patrickeddy.
    @patrickeddy. 7 лет назад +1

    dope! thanks dude, just got my first pair of ripped jeans and love how they look on me! gonna start doing it myself

  • @keishae88
    @keishae88 8 лет назад +2

    Great Job! I have to distress a few jeans for this guy. This video has taught me some things!

  • @loadingname2888
    @loadingname2888 7 лет назад +349

    Hack: use needle or toothpick instead of the seam stripper
    Ur welcome

  • @carterloveland
    @carterloveland 5 лет назад +2

    When patching, you could also use an iron on patch if you don't have a sewing machine. Just a little trick.

  • @alejandroandino7843
    @alejandroandino7843 7 лет назад +2

    2017 this is still relevant, just did mine and they came out great. Thanks 🙏🏼

  • @midnightclosure8272
    @midnightclosure8272 6 лет назад +2

    thought i was the only one who noticed the kissland music in the back XOTWOD!

  • @ebenesermorones7427
    @ebenesermorones7427 8 лет назад +2

    this honestly the best one ive ever seen im was thinking about doing mines and was scared to mess up but ima go ahead and do it thanks bro awsome video 👌👌

  • @isthatCHELSEA
    @isthatCHELSEA 8 лет назад

    Just tried it and it works! Ofcourse be very patient and gentle with the jeans

  • @TrendyiSuppose
    @TrendyiSuppose 9 лет назад +8

    been debating on buying a sewing machine for the last 3 months lol. I need to start tapering my own jeans man!!!

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  9 лет назад

      TrendyiSuppose Its saves you serious money and you can even end up making your own clothes from scratch

  • @jessielanka
    @jessielanka 4 дня назад

    Does it work well to somehow reshape distressing where the manufacturer made the box shaped distressing? How can I make them more natural looking?

  • @AR-kz2mn
    @AR-kz2mn 8 лет назад +5

    Thank you for this video.. It worked great on my black jeans

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      You're welcome! Glad that it helped

  • @Yomamaassfat
    @Yomamaassfat 2 года назад

    Thee best tutorial ever made for this!

  • @koozt9494
    @koozt9494 Год назад

    Very cool! Have to try this some already broken denims 👍

  • @haydendelangen2676
    @haydendelangen2676 7 лет назад

    hey fam I've been checking some other vids on how to do this but your video was by far the best....respect cuz

  • @okogao4659
    @okogao4659 8 лет назад +4

    thanks.
    it looks nice with black denim, too.

  • @AyyDeVante
    @AyyDeVante 8 лет назад +3

    Found your channel through this video just now but ended up watching your other content too haha. Super helpful video and great channel man!

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      +AyyDeVante Thanks man hope you subscribed new video on the way!

  • @jeremyward163
    @jeremyward163 Год назад

    Excellent video. More informative and in-depth than others. Thanks. Bout to cut up all my Levi’s 😂😂😂

  • @chidoriful
    @chidoriful 7 лет назад +7

    can someone please help me, how can i wear distress jeans during winter? what should i wear under my jeans to keep me warm fill those ripped parts up?

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  7 лет назад +2

      +chidoriful Long johns
      The waffle pattern looks good under distressed denim

    • @amanmohammad171
      @amanmohammad171 6 лет назад +1

      chidoriful tights

    • @bloodnessx
      @bloodnessx 6 лет назад +1

      chidoriful you can also use long black pantie socks, its an nice combination

    • @voyager7971
      @voyager7971 6 лет назад

      Adam Sherman lol

  • @ZUNNI333
    @ZUNNI333 8 лет назад +7

    I've seen distressed denim but the string are yellow.How do you get that affect

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад +3

      +B.O.S YT That's from the way the denim is dyed. You could get the same effect by painting the threads of the distressed area with yellow watercolor paint or dye then rinsing it off.

  • @sarajan2168
    @sarajan2168 8 лет назад +2

    thank you so much for this video 😍😘 i had very boring jeans but now i am going to make it look much better 😉😉

  • @JaceLansing
    @JaceLansing 6 лет назад +5

    This blew my mind. Great work.

  • @zejudotheslump1737
    @zejudotheslump1737 6 лет назад +1

    I'm digging Kissland in the background🔥

  • @Stunnzu
    @Stunnzu 8 лет назад +2

    can you make another clearer vid on pulling out the vertical threads, so confused on how to pull those

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      When you cut the two lines across you just pull the vertical threads out literally. The are no longer attached to the jeans. Think about it jeans are woven in a crosshatch structure. Vertical threads intertwined with horizontal thread. So if you cut along the horizontal, the vertical threads can just be pulled off. You can use your fingers or tweezers.

  • @christianlopez2928
    @christianlopez2928 7 лет назад

    Best distressing Video i've seen. Thanks man

  • @danielleb2690
    @danielleb2690 8 лет назад +1

    1. do you need a patch, and why? 2. why do you sew sideways rather than turning the fabric? Can't this mess up your machine to just pull that way? Thanks!

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      +Danielle B 1. No you don't Need a patch. I was showing the other possibilities of distressing. You can sew a fabric under and have a more unique look. 2. I sewed sideways because their is no way to simply turn the fabric unless i completely took the leg apart.
      It didn't mess up my machine.

  • @yesyes3198
    @yesyes3198 8 лет назад +12

    aye bro in place of the seam ripper you could use like the pencil right? just anything with a point?

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад +6

      The seam ripper actually has a blade so it can cut through the threads. You're better off using a razor blade.
      Seam rippers are inexpensive though.

    • @oliboi4488
      @oliboi4488 5 лет назад +1

      I just used a damn thumb tack and got great results

  • @danolu1311
    @danolu1311 9 лет назад +5

    I liked the way you did that it's different from what I seen but it's better in way

  • @sirgamer5292
    @sirgamer5292 8 лет назад

    It takes a lot of time every time I try to do the pulling step I don't cut the line str8 and I'm pulling for hours on one section I just gave up.

  • @evanplayz3165
    @evanplayz3165 5 лет назад

    This video was very helpful I could not patch it because I don’t have a sewing machine but it is still dope

  • @redabouzid9637
    @redabouzid9637 6 лет назад

    this is the best titoria of denim i ever seen keep going mr elevated

  • @masakhaneconstruction3752
    @masakhaneconstruction3752 8 лет назад +1

    The end product is really good

  • @m1ll1m15
    @m1ll1m15 8 лет назад +3

    Great job! I'm just learning to sew bc I want to make my own clothes. I really enjoy your videos! Thumbs up and keep up the good work.. Great music, btw.

  • @huntercort4160
    @huntercort4160 5 лет назад +2

    when you sewed the patches how did you not sew through both layers of pants? as in, sewing through the backside of the denim so your leg could still fit through?

    • @callummcluskie1921
      @callummcluskie1921 4 года назад

      Put a piece of cardboard or book or something in the leg

  • @PurpleTheTapricorn915
    @PurpleTheTapricorn915 4 года назад

    This actually helped. I'm gonna distress a pair of black skinny jeans now.

  • @yaya-vz8uu
    @yaya-vz8uu 4 года назад

    I did this to cheap walmart Jean's they look so good now

  • @UnknownGamer-od9dv
    @UnknownGamer-od9dv 7 лет назад

    I have made knee holes on my jeans is it possible to distress under and over the jeans? Sorry my bad english im from Denmark

  • @leftshark3091
    @leftshark3091 7 лет назад

    I like the holes but I don't want it to show my skin can I put that black cover on all the holes and still get the same results as you got on you're jeans?

  • @jackpostles7001
    @jackpostles7001 8 лет назад

    just did this, turned out sick! just follow the steps and you will be good. awsome vid thanks man :)

  • @thomasspelman6958
    @thomasspelman6958 8 лет назад +8

    What else could you use instead of a seam ripper. Could you use like a Stanley knife?

  • @user-_-404
    @user-_-404 2 года назад

    outcome looks soooo good!!

  • @lilsupra9103
    @lilsupra9103 8 лет назад +2

    how would you wash it after distressing, whenever i disyress my jeans and then machine wash + dry it always messes it up

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      You should wash them on a low setting and hang dry
      This will also help your jeans to not fade

  • @JPGLEMALE
    @JPGLEMALE 5 лет назад

    I need help. I got a knife and jeans so I just cut a line and pull behind it and wash it?

  • @DerrickStratton-dasedesigns
    @DerrickStratton-dasedesigns 4 года назад

    Does this work with, say twill denim pants as well?

  • @Rmichael831
    @Rmichael831 8 лет назад +1

    hey im looking to start distressing my jeans but that little red tool you're using i can seem to find it anywhere.. any help?

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      It's called a seam ripper. You can get one here amzn.to/2aAYXAk

  • @herz3424
    @herz3424 7 лет назад

    best tutorial on youtube. thanks

  • @freeband4307
    @freeband4307 5 лет назад +1

    You snapped my boy good shit

  • @yuyucatx
    @yuyucatx Год назад +1

    This was so helpful, it's exactly what I was looking for, ty for making this video (:

  • @xaj1938
    @xaj1938 8 лет назад +3

    elevated ike where do i get tha type of skinny jeans that are not cut cuz i dont have any

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      You would have to go to a tailor or do it yourself with this tutorial i made: ruclips.net/video/LZvhDzL0XpY/видео.html
      Those are tapered jeans.

  • @seekwisdom5102
    @seekwisdom5102 8 лет назад +12

    Best video, definitely know what you are doing!

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад +6

      Thanks
      Appreciate you saying that.

  • @ki1697ki
    @ki1697ki 4 года назад +3

    This was a really good tutorial! Thank you!

  • @alexlazaro1567
    @alexlazaro1567 5 лет назад +1

    Bro I’m 3 years late but where do you get that thing you use to pull the strings out? Idk what it’s called 🤦🏽‍♂️

    • @oliboi4488
      @oliboi4488 5 лет назад

      You can in all honesty just use a thumb tack, that's what I did

    • @DarkManagerful
      @DarkManagerful 5 лет назад

      Seam puller

  • @zmapp8
    @zmapp8 6 лет назад +1

    What’s the name of that tool you were using that almost looks like a pitch fork?

  • @Jojo-sq3ot
    @Jojo-sq3ot 3 года назад

    That turns out fire, imma try this on my jeans soon.. thank you my mane

  • @andrewortiz5786
    @andrewortiz5786 9 лет назад +13

    Best denim distressing vid 🔥🔥🔥

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  9 лет назад

      Andrew Ortiz THANKS! Hoped it helped you man

  • @antiiv11
    @antiiv11 2 года назад

    How exactly you extract the wrap thread is unclear. Can you clarify

  • @ra-js1vf
    @ra-js1vf 3 года назад

    Wanna buy container full and bales of these old school vintage jeans to resell. Know any spots?

  • @GawdSsani
    @GawdSsani 8 лет назад +1

    Can someone explain what he did after he cut, I couldn't understand whats that red lil thing and how he did it??

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      +Black Bird after you do the cuts take a seam ripper or sewing needle and just pluck/expose the horizontal threads

    • @GawdSsani
      @GawdSsani 8 лет назад

      Ok, so I tried to do the knee blowout. So I have to keep exposing the threads and it will give that ripped look?? thanks for answering btw!!

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      yes

  • @airamedina1488
    @airamedina1488 6 лет назад

    the knife was a tip SOOOOO AWESOME......

  • @xBradleybeatsx
    @xBradleybeatsx 8 лет назад +1

    Great content bro. Looks like you deff know what you're doing! 🙌🏻👌🏻

  • @edouardbrochu9687
    @edouardbrochu9687 4 года назад +1

    Okkaayyy u killed it thanks

  • @rishabbajaj3909
    @rishabbajaj3909 8 лет назад +3

    how long did it take you to distress it fully??? Dope diy tho

  • @Rawmirez
    @Rawmirez 8 лет назад +1

    what types of shoes are the ones he is using in this video ? anyone know ?

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  8 лет назад

      adidasThe SL Loop Runner in Tent Green, Black, & Medium Grey Heather

  • @VintagexGamer23
    @VintagexGamer23 8 лет назад +42

    I hear that kiss land in the back

  • @michaeleaton5042
    @michaeleaton5042 7 лет назад +33

    That's so weird I was listening to kiss land right before I clicked on this video.. what are the odds that it's the background song

    • @arkadutta2211
      @arkadutta2211 6 лет назад

      Michael Eaton one in a quintillion..;) doesn't that make you feel special?...lol

    • @Titoo.1
      @Titoo.1 6 лет назад

      Jolly Jester lol no there's millions of videos with that song

  • @ogelpeace2159
    @ogelpeace2159 6 лет назад +1

    Thx so much for this vid. I’m doing my own custom jeans project rn😃

  • @aramaguilar1993
    @aramaguilar1993 6 лет назад

    So my old work pants are fashionable?? Since everyone trying to make the pants look like old worn out jeans

  • @kevinsandoval239
    @kevinsandoval239 7 лет назад +1

    when i started to pull at the threads, mine would break easily and look like loose strings

  • @YGP030
    @YGP030 8 лет назад +2

    Very good vid. definitely the best on youtube. Keep it up!

  • @coleyoung7973
    @coleyoung7973 6 лет назад +2

    hey, great video, but i tried this and ruined my favorite pair of levis, if you could help me afford a new pair for 20 bucks i would be happy again

  • @elsol8919
    @elsol8919 9 лет назад +1

    never seen anything like this before, extremely dope

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  9 лет назад

      Brennan Vkxni Thanks man try it out

  • @musafa101
    @musafa101 3 года назад +1

    Great video bro!

  • @WEF2030SLAVE
    @WEF2030SLAVE 7 лет назад

    if you patch your jeans, remember to choose material that doesnt let color off when you wash it

  • @ohiowhitehall1082
    @ohiowhitehall1082 7 лет назад +1

    This video was fire super helpful super good looking jeans

    • @elevatedike
      @elevatedike  7 лет назад

      +ohio Whitehall glad you liked it

  • @ExoticFab
    @ExoticFab 7 лет назад +2

    this video is lit u just earned a subscriber

  • @unmvstered
    @unmvstered Год назад

    Gotta love the kissland in the background

  • @lindagillespie6556
    @lindagillespie6556 3 года назад

    Best ever tutorial thank you kindly

  • @WhittyPvP
    @WhittyPvP 8 лет назад +12

    R guys supposed to shave their legs where the distress rips are?