Wash and dry the jeans to remove sizing
Mark the areas you want to distress
Use sandpaper to fade high-wear spots
Rub a pumice stone on seams and pockets
Cut small slits with sharp scissors or a razor
Pull out horizontal threads with tweezers
Use a seam ripper for controlled fraying
Scrub edges and hems for a worn look
Wash the jeans again to soften the distressing
Repeat lightly until the desired effect is reached