31 Days of DIY Denim: Day 20, Non-Basic Bleach

NYLON staffers created unique, DIY projects using denim in honor of our annual Denim Issue. Check back here every day of August to see a new project.

What you’ll need:

A pair of shorts

Bleach

Water

Bucket

Paintbrush

Washing machine

Dryer

Directions:

Step 1: Pour 1 part bleach and 1 part water into a bucket.

Step 2: Spread newspaper under your shorts, on a flat surface.

Step 3: Use an old paintbrush to paint onto your shorts. You may need to go over your marks multiple times, until you achieve the desired lightness.

Step 4: Wash, dry, and you're done!