by Robin How have I not shared this recycled jeans denim quilt with you yet?!? It's one of my absolute favourites. It combines so much of what I love: making something beautiful and useful for
Do you want to upcycle a wool blanket? Wool blankets are beautiful and many people don't want to Upcycle them, but sometimes they get a bit too warn-out and tatty, maybe holey or stained, so when this happens, I love to upcycle. *Below contains affilaite links, what does that mean? That means if you choose
Wool blankets are durable, insulating and have many uses. Learn my tips for purchasing, cleaning and storing vintage wool blankets.
See how to make a blanket out of sweaters with these steps! Easy DIY tutorial for making an upcycled wool sweater quilt.
Do you want to upcycle a wool blanket? Wool blankets are beautiful and many people don't want to Upcycle them, but sometimes they get a bit too warn-out and tatty, maybe holey or stained, so when this happens, I love to upcycle. *Below contains affilaite links, what does that mean? That means if you choose
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12 of the best ways to reuse and recycle old pillows
Small crocheted afghans make heartfelt gifts for babies. Your homemade gift will be valued for its warmth and softness as well as for its timeless beauty and your thoughtfulness. Adding a lining to a crocheted baby afghan gives the work extra thickness.
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This is one of those projects I’d been meaning to do for YEARS and when I finally did it, I wondered what had taken me so long. My mother-in-law had been talking for years about a jean quilt …
Wondering what to do with old pillows? From DIY projects to tips for recycling, give new life to old pillows with these handy tips.
Aww, what an angelic picture. Cozy upcycled sweater blanket too. From Counting Stone Sheep (where knitters go when they can't sleep...
As I'm sure most of you do, we have a serious hoard of old clothes that haven't ventured out the wardrobe for months, if not years, but haven't quite made it to the charity shop yet! I'm also sure most of you can empathise with how difficult it is to get rid of certain clothes sometimes......'it might come back into fashion again', 'I've not worn it enough times', 'its still in half decent condition', or the most common one for me is 'I just love it and can't bring myself to part ways just yet'. In the case of these shirts below...they had managed to make it out of the wardrobe but unfortunately not into the bin - despite worn out holes, being ripped and generally a bit tatty. Sick fed up with an untidy pile of old clothes in the spare bedroom, I decided to do something else with the shirts instead. Enter the latest issue of Mollie Makes and the gorgeous quilt project by Nikki Trench from her new book 'a passion for quilting'. The idea behind the project is to gather bits and pieces of fabric you already have or something that has a special meaning, so using the shirts seemed perfect. As seen in Februarys' issue of Mollie Makes, the patchwork quilt project by Nikki Trench So off I got to work cutting out my squares. I decided to make slightly smaller squares than suggested as it was easier to just cut round the grid ruler that I had already. If you've never used a rotary cutter before your missing out! Nothing gives super straight sharp lines like it! Its one of those really satisfying cuts! I used 6 shirts in total and ended up with almost 160 squares! Laying it all out become a bit complicated. I don't have a surface big enough in my house so had to use as much of the bed as I could then spill it onto the floor. Next was stitching all those squares together. It was a bit of a slog but I got a system going and managed to get my time to stitch a strip down to about 7 minutes. It all got a bit competitive by the time I reached the 14 strip! And here is my finished quilt.... ......with pockets incorporated. I decided to use a navy blue soft and cosy brushed cotton for the back to contrast with the light colours of the shirts. I used white quilting thread to make the squares stand out more on the back too.
I love the cozyness of an old worn blanket. I cut the old tattered satin binding and replaced it with binding I made with fabric scraps.
A beginner sewing tutorial for how to upcycle a crochet blanket into a pillow. Fun upcycle sewing project for old blankets!
Give new life to old threads by stitching thrifted or beyond-repair blankets, scarves, and shirts into one of these six projects.
Give that old wool blanket new life with these creative ideas!
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I fully intended to complete and display this little table-topper and during my first-week-of-July ‘red, white & blue’ extravaganza. But reality hit and it didn’t happen. However, after having this project on my list for 2 years now, I figured I’d just go with the momentum, whether it was past the holiday or not.This was...Read More
See how to make a blanket out of sweaters with these steps! Easy DIY tutorial for making an upcycled wool sweater quilt.
I think it would be a fun idea to do quilting with old blankets, but I read somewhere that maybe that’s not the greatest idea.
Grab those old bed sheets and turn them into amazing new creations with this great list of ways to repurpose old bed sheets! Check out this easy DIY projects for crafting new things from old items you already have on hand!
Vintage Patchwork Kantha Blanket Authentic upcycled Indian cotton kantha vintage blanket/throw/quilt, hand crafted and every patch contains different colours, patterns and detail, thus creating that eclectic home décor look These are so soft, comfortable, cosy and so very versatile: Use as a blanket or quilt on a bed for yourself or children Cosy throw on the sofa for decoration or just wrap yourself up Great travel blanket for the car Throw them over anything you didn't get around to tidying - it will instantly look delightful! When you have one you will just want another... Beautiful, colourful and no two are the same (read below for kantha description) Here at Turquoise Tree Design you can find many Simply Lovely Accessories crafted from vintage kantha, all of them practical, beautiful and eco friendly 108" X 90" inches 100% cotton Machine wash at 30 degrees - tumble dry on low heat or line dry - Iron as cotton What is Kantha? Kantha is a specific style of embroidery originating from India, mainly Bangladesh and West Bengal. It consists of vintage cotton or silk saris which are layered on top of each other and stitched together with a simple running stitch throughout the fabric and along the edges. Typically, a minimum of three cotton or silk sari layers make up each piece of kantha fabric. This forms a thin, light quilt that is soft, comfortable and cool. Kantha blankets' primary original purpose was to serve as blankets to sleep in. As you can see, there are endless functional and beautiful uses for kantha! In addition to being extremely versatile and aesthetically pleasing, kantha is also environmentally-friendly choice as it is created by repurposing vintage cotton or silk saris. Each kantha item has its own story to tell, and no two items are alike! Sometimes there may be a little wear in the top layer exposing the gorgeous, eye-catching layer beneath, or sometimes they may sport a little patching adding to the charismatic appeal. Here at Turquoise Tree Designs you can purchase the traditional handmade vintage quilts and also many accessories made from kantha quilts. I use many of the items in my campervan, kitchen, and home. The fabric is scrumptiously soft, absorbent and quick to dry! Please have a browse around – I’m sure you will find a unique and exquisite gift for a friend, loved one, or yourself!
Wool blankets are durable, insulating and have many uses. Learn my tips for purchasing, cleaning and storing vintage wool blankets.
Discover ideas for creative repurposing with blankets and jumpers by Australian creatives who have a knack for upcycling vintage wool blankets
With summer upon us and spending lots of time outdoors, a picnic blanket was much needed. See how I made this denim blanket from old jeans!
Finding herself unemployed in the middle of a recession, Kathleen Green began restoring vintage wool blankets to their former glory. The nostalgic homeware, she says, appeals to Kiwis far and wide. Words: Nicole Barratt Tucked up in bed with a marmalade-orange woollen blanket at her chin, a young Kathleen Green’s future passion quite literally lay before her. She just didn’t know it at the time. What she did know was that nothing compared to the feeling of wool. “Though I’ve always had that memory, never would I have imagined finding myself as a crazy blanket lady, which is my official
Upcycle stuff from around your house to get your home and garden ready for summer! Fun and Easy DIY Projects that won't cost you lots of money to do!
Make this easy water-resistant upcycled jeans picnic blanket from your old jeans. It makes a super sturdy picnic blanket for the spring and summer.
I made this fort in my room to take pictures in for my final portfolio for my digital class. Those photos will be up shortly, don't you worry :)
Save more and waste less by learning how to make the most of what you have at home. Discover surprising uses for dozens of household items!
Don't throw away your old flannels. Follow our easy, quick, brilliant ideas to repurpose old flannels into beautiful, fresh new items.
Don't be wasteful, reuse those sweaters when you purge and add some unique quilt to your sofa, easy and versatile. No special sewing skills needed
Wool blankets are durable, insulating and have many uses. Learn my tips for purchasing, cleaning and storing vintage wool blankets.
Comforters are one item that can help make your house cozy, but they can also make your house crowded when old ones start piling up. Luckily, there are lots of ways you can reuse your comforters and stretch the dollars you spent on them. Here are 11 ways you can repurpose a comforter. Save It...
Sew Blue Jean Quilt Blanket Craft Project is a great way to recycle your old blue jeans into a second functional item on your homestead. On a freezing cold winter night, a heavy warm quilt will be welcome. (Sandy In Iowa) We like quilts. They are soft and warm and…
Comforters are one item that can help make your house cozy, but they can also make your house crowded when old ones start piling up. Luckily, there are lots of ways you can reuse your comforters and stretch the dollars you spent on them. Here are 11 ways you can repurpose a comforter. Save It...
I have a total addiction to blankets! Not just in the winter either. I have a throw blanket in almost every room in the house, and use them all the time. I have been wanting to give quilting and crocheting … Continued
