You Don't Have to Spend a Fortune to Get Perfectly Distressed Denim

Here comes the fun part. Whether you're using scissors or a box cutter, when you start snipping your jeans, make sure to cut straight, horizontal slits over the marks you previously made. Although these cuts don't need to be equal in length or width, keep in mind that they should be about a 1/2 inch to an inch apart. Trust me, this will make the next step much easier and more manageable.