More uses for old sweaters: cute child's dress

I still have some old sweaters so I continue to search the Internet for more upcycling ideas. I LOVE this little dress. That baby is soooo cute.

Old Sweater into Short Sleeve Dress (peasant style) from Make It and Love It

Enjoy, Debby

Cool knitting basket

I have been cleaning out my closet and am trying to figure out what to do with the sweaters I don't want to wear any more. I have given some away...and some to Goodwill but I love a good upcycle/recycle project. Here is good one that will support my knitting habit!

Felted Knitting Basket - Martha Stewart Crafts


Enjoy, Debby

Make your own dryer balls

I may be an old hippie but I don't go too crazy about everything being "natural" or chemical free. One thing I have steered clear of is fabric softener and dryer sheets. I have asthma and they just have too much scent!

Here are some very easy directions to make your own dryer balls. I like the idea of using old wool sweaters to make them. 

Have a look here and get a few going as an after school project with your kids or during a movie in the evening!

Enjoy!

Easy vintage apron projects

Sometimes I am at a garage sale or thrift store and find a pretty vintage pillow case.  JUST ONE. I hunt for the mate but most times, it is long lost. Not to worry, there are still things you can do with just one pillow case. My favorite is to fashion a pretty apron. Plus I feel better about giving a sad orphaned textile a new life...you know...upcycle and repurpose....

Here are some great ideas from the blogosphere to get your creative juices flowing.

10 minute pillowcase apron from Betz White

Upcycle A Pillow Case Into An Apron (The Tutorial Too)

Sweet Apron made from a Pillow Case Tutorial

 

What else can we make with pillowcases? More tomorrow...
In the mean time, share your ideas or projects with us!

Great recycling idea!

Even though we can recycle our plastic milk jugs, I have often wondered what else I could do with all that plastic besides start seeds in the spring. Well, check this great idea out. I can't wait to finish up our milk!

From the Disney Family Fun web site.

 

Now why couldn't I have thought of that?