Ever wonder what to do with all that old fabric you have sitting in your closet? Perhaps you have some old clothes that you no longer use, or some fabric remnants from previous projects. You can even recycle them instead of just throwing them away contributing to the trash! Because fabric recycling is good for the earth, but can be a fun and exciting way to use your creativity. Here, we are going to tell you simple and amazing ways to reuse your old clothes and save the environment.
A simple and enjoyable way to utilize old fabric is to create new clothing objects. You could take some old t-shirts that don’t fit or you don’t like anymore and turn them into something new! An old white t-shirt can become tank tops/hairbands you wear again. If you have old jeans that are too small or have holes, you can cut them up and make them into stylish shorts, or even a cute denim purse. If you are feeling a bit creative and can sew (or have a friend who does) you can turn your old clothes in to something new and stylish! Voila you get to wear something new without the expense!
If you don’t have the time or skills to sew up some new clothes, never fear! Another option is to reuse your old fabric but there are lots of other ways to use scrap cloth too! One fun craft you could do is make reusable shopping bags. This is an excellent approach to go green because it will prevent your need to use plastic bags. What you need is some old fabric, a bit of thread and a sewing machine. It’s simple and you can tailor the bags to any size or style you’d like. They were initially designed as reusable produce bags that you can use to transport fruit and veggies from the grocery store. It’s an easy way to make shopping greener!
A fun project is to make pillow covers out of old fabric scraps. This as an entertaining activity to bring some color and personality into your home. Fabric covers are also an excellent idea because you can select fabrics that complement your room’s theme or colors and make stunning covers for your pillows. This small adjustment can have a big impact on the appearance of your space!
Throw away all your smaller pieces of fabric but you are still not sure how to use them? So many brilliant, creative ways to use fabric scraps and remnants. One suggestion is to sew a patchwork quilt. You can stitch up all your favorite bits of fabric scraps to make a warm and personal blanket. This can be a playful way to keep track of all the different fabrics you’ve gathered over the years.
Or you can create a fabric wreath to hang on your door. This is a nifty project for using up little bits of fabric, and it could become a lovely decoration with which to greet your guests. For a cheerful look, use bright colors and different patterns. You can also use fabric scraps to create jewelry, like fabric-covered earrings or even bracelets. Now, you can wear your creativity!
Using old fabrics is a great way to cut down on wastage and help our planet. Instead of purchasing new clothes and textiles, which can contribute to pollution and waste, you can upcycle or use what you already have. If you have an old shirt or a pair of pants that you haven’t worn in ages, don’t throw them away! You can snip them up and use the fabric for a new project. This not only supports the environment, but, also, gives your used clothing a reason for existence.
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