20 Reasons Not to Trash Your Ugly Worn Out Sweaters
Cut strips and make a rag wreath
Using strips of your most worn out winter sweater, make a rag wreath for your door. Get tutorial here
Cover a cardboard box for cute storage
Cover up a large cardboard box and add handles, for adorable storage that’s totally free. Get tutorial here
Sew bits together into a warm table runner
Cut up some old sweaters and flannel shirts, for this table runner that’s packed with character. Get tutorial here
Give an old pillow a cozy upgrade
If you’ve got even minor sewing skills, you can instantly upgrade boring pillows with ease. Get tutorial here
Or cozy up your seating area
Any cute pillow cover like this will make your couch seem warm and welcoming. Get tutorial here
Wrap vases snugly for a comfy centerpiece
Turn cheap glass vases into tabletop stunners, using old sweaters and candles or sticks. Get tutorial here
Make a plush mountain range for your couch
These mountain shaped pillows are not just cute, they’re super cozy - plus, they cost nothing! Get tutorial here
Make a draft stopper to keep your home warm
You’ll prevent the cold weather from seeping in, and it makes your door look so cute. Get tutorial here
Cover a can for cute supply storage
Save a large can and cover it with an old sweater, for some really cute desktop organization. Get tutorial here
Use a piece of sweater to cover an old stool
Add a fresh new look to an antique stool, using a pretty patterned sweater you’ve outgrown. Get tutorial here
Dress up your hot cup of coffee
Cut up an old sleeve and make this snuggly cozy for your morning cup of joe. Get tutorial here
Use a shrunken shrug to update a ratty chair
Reupholster an elegant chair with that one gorgeous sweater that accidently shrunk in the wash. Get tutorial here
Make your spring flower pots look unique
If you don’t have a sweater with the pattern you need, upgrade yours with paint - then use it! Get tutorial here
Turn a sweater sleeve into a soft heating pad
Use a sleeve from an old sweater to create a soothing heating pad to relax your sore muscles. Get tutorial here
Or make your own mini hand warmers
Pop them in the microwave and these little sweater bags will keep your hands warm all winter long. Get tutorial here
Cut up scraps and string them into a garland
String sweater scraps into a decorative garland to light up a blank wall or an empty window. Get tutorial here
Make a set of wine covers for hostess gifts
Cover up those wine bottles in an easy and inexpensive way, and amp up your gift giving game. Get tutorial here
Use rings of scraps to decorate your table
Make a set of napkin rings from an old sweater, to create a cozy table setting for colder weather. Get tutorial here
Decorate your plain jane candles
You’ll be much more inclined to light your candles if they look this this. Get tutorial here
