Many people have a few sheets in the closetthat have not been used for their intended purpose for a long time. Maybe a gift from relatives , not suitable for the style of your bedroom. Or sets from old stocks that have lain on the mezzanine for years. And it’s a pity to throw it away , and you don’t want to sleep on them at all.
Luckily , there are at least 18 great ideas on how you can create interesting things for your home from old sheets. It is especially interesting to use vintage chintz and calico in the proposed projects , which are distinguished by their original pattern. In some ideas, even battered sheets can be used.
1. Two sheets can be used to make a duvet cover.
An option may be a blanket or bedspread , which will decorate the bedroom. Especially good for such projects are sheets made of stiff linen fabric with a bright pattern. For the bedspread, you need to sew a lining made of dense fabric to the colored sheet and decorate with fringe. Making a duvet cover is even easier - sew two sheets , leaving a cut for the duvet in the side seam.
2. Sew a summer dress.
As strange as it may sound , a vintage batiste or linen sheet with a floral pattern can be sewn into a great outfit. This fabric will look best if you choose a silhouette in the style of the 50s or 60s. Natural fabric will provide you comfort in hot weather. And the pattern , designed for frequent washing , will retain its bright colors for a long time.
3. Build a wigwam.
1. Two sheets can be used to make a duvet cover.
Children will appreciate the idea of creating a real wigwam in the middle of the room.
Kids will be happy to take part in the construction of such a “dwelling”, and after that they will spend many interesting hours in it. The basis of stable wooden planks is better to make yourself. But it is better to choose a suitable sheet from old stocks with the future inhabitants of the hut.
4. Turn into an original design beach cover.
For this project, sheets that could not be stained , or simply washed enough, are suitable. A blanket of this shape is very convenient to use for going to the beach with children. All sand and dirt will remain outside. Just strengthen the structure with a bag , water bottles and other things you take with you. For convenience, pockets for various small things can be sewn to the edges of the sides.
5. Use as plant blankets.
In the spring, old sheets , with an elastic band sewn along the bottom edge, will save young plants from night frosts. And in the morning you just need to dry the sheets from the fallen dew.
6. Weave a dog toy.
You can , of course , buy another toy in a veterinary store , but , one fate still awaits it ... Dogs gnaw it out! In order not to spend extra money , just cut old sheets into pieces and weave a thick pigtail. Your pet will be delighted!
7. Build a dog bed.
Another alternative to going to the store. Instead of an expensive bed, you can place your pet on a soft pillow made from old sheets. Just sew two rectangles together and put foam rubber or synthetic winterizer between them. And you can use old things for stuffing. The dog loves to sleep on a pillow that smells like its owner!
8. Sew a shopping bag.
An old boring sheet can serve you a little more. Cut out rectangles of the desired shape and sew handles to them. This bag will withstand many purchases. And you do not have to ask for a package at the checkout and feel guilty about polluting nature. When folded, the bag takes up very little space , which means you can always carry it with you. You can leave a few pieces in the car in case of unexpected purchases.
9. Weave a bath mat.
All unnecessary sheets should be cut into thin strips and weave a rug that is suitable for the kitchen , bathroom and hallway. Great idea for sheets that have torn from frequent washes.
10. Cut into napkins.
Throwing away linen sheets is not worth it even if they have holes or stains that cannot be removed. Just cut out napkins from good parts of the canvas. They can be used for serving or cleaning in the kitchen. Finish the edges with a simple seam to prevent fraying of the fabric.
11. Sew a robe using the patchwork technique.
Old soft sheets can be put on a bath robemade in a patchwork technique. Just choose the best pieces of fabric and cut out the details you need. If you do not like to work with patterns , you can take any other dressing gown as an example. Turn it inside out and circle the details with a bar of soap. Such a dressing gown will keep pleasant memories and give a feeling of warmth and comfort after a bath.
12. Sew a patchwork blanket.
Such a blanket in patchwork technique will keep pleasant memories of those times when your sheets were still brand new. Shreds from children's bedding sets with bright fabulous drawings look especially good in it.
13. Sew a laundry bag.
If your home does not have a laundry basket , a drawstring bag can be an alternative. It is much easier for him to find a place in a small apartment. And you can sew several bags at once and put things of different colors in them. Then before washing the linen will not have to be packed.
14. Sew a hammock.
A great option for a new life for an old sheet. True, you have to choose the strongest of them. In such a hammock, you can very comfortably sit while hiking in the forest. And you can hang it in the shade right in the courtyard of the house and relax to the envy of your neighbors. Some people love relaxing in a hammock so much that they hang it on their balcony!
15. Make pajama pants.
The soft fabric of an old sheet is just made to sleep in. Albeit in a somewhat unusual way. Even a novice seamstress will master these trousers. And a real craftswoman , perhaps , decides to take on the manufacture of pajamas entirely.
16. Sew pillowcases.
Maybe you have a lot of sheets in the same color and would like matching pillowcases? Or do you prefer custom-sized pillows and regular pillowcases just don't fit? There is an exit. This idea is also great for the hostess who burned or ripped an almost new sheet. You can just leave a good part of the canvas and continue to sleep on it ...
17. Sew a cute apron.
Now, while cooking, clothes will be reliably protected from stains. And the old sheet can serve for some more time. You can sew on several aprons and invite all family members to participate in preparing dinner.
18. Make a panel.
The brightest and most interesting patches of old sheets can be pulled onto an embroidery hoop , thus constructing original decorations on the wall. You can add embroidery or appliqué. This decor is easy to transfer , so it is suitable , for example , for decorating a stand at a needlework exhibition.
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