What can you make from an old sweater?

When you're cleaning out your closet, you often come across things that you haven't worn for a long time. They no longer bring the same pleasure that you previously received just by purchasing them. And fashion has changed a long time ago.

It can be a pity to throw away such clothes, because these things have kept you warm for many years, and money was spent on them. As a rule, this applies to warm sweaters.

Don’t rush to despair, because there are many options for “remaking” old things. After all A soft sweater purchased 5 years ago can easily be turned into a winter hat or warming blanket.

How to repurpose an old sweater?

If an old sweater is frayed, stretched, or has not been in fashion for a long time, you can always freshen it up. If you don’t have a lot of money for new clothes, or you like creativity, you can create your own things, that is, there are a lot of options.

For example, look for something interesting on stocks, and then remake it to your taste like a true designer.

Decorating an old sweater

Let's look at the main options - adding decor:

The sweater can be diluted with lace. This will add romance and femininity to the item. You can add lace to the back, sleeves, or sew an insert onto the front of a plain item.

It will look attractive cardigan with pleated skirt insert at side.

good tulle will be an alternative to lace and pleated skirt. An insert of this fabric at the bottom or side of the product will give it lightness and flirtatiousness. It's fashionable and attractive.

If you are a fan of the romantic look, then you can dilute your blouse with light fabric and ribbons, tying them in a bow. Thus, you can increase the size of the product, turning it into oversize. A sweater with ruffles on the sleeves, waist and neck looks attractive. The bow can be placed on the back.

By adding fabric of a delicate shade, sew a stand-up collar on the jacket.

Some models are a blouse combined with a sweater. This method also allows you to increase the size of the item and insulate it.

One of the most unusual options - dress made from a sweater and an old skirt. This thing looks very interesting and easy.

If your blouse has been washed harshly and has stretched out – sew pieces of light floral print fabric into it, turning the lower part of the item into a skirt.

Add decorative elements. For example, a flower patch or brooch.

Useful things from a used sweater

An old stretched blouse does not necessarily have to fulfill its previous duties. It can be used to create a huge number of things. These can be not only wardrobe items. The main thing here is imagination!

Warm footwear

These include socks, knee socks, leg warmers. If you think that you need to know how to knit in order to make your own socks or leg warmers, then I hasten to reassure you.Only minimal sewing skills are required here. All these things can be made from the sleeves of an old sweater by cutting off the necessary parts and sewing them.

For example, to make leg warmers, you need to cut off the sleeves of the item and hem the edges. They can be worn under boots. This will help you avoid getting creases in your tights.

This also includes home slippers-boots. They are very relevant when the cold weather has already set in, but heating has not yet been provided. It will take 15-20 minutes to make slippers. To do this, you need to take leather insoles or ready-made slippers and sew a warm sweater to them.

Hat and mittens (mittens)

These include mitts. These are knitted sleeves, length from fingers to elbows. They are very convenient if you use your phone in the cold. Making mitts is simple. To do this, you need to cut off pieces of 30*20 cm along the side seams of the sweater. Place them with the front side inward and step back 5 cm from the edge. Measure out a place for your thumb, 6 cm wide, securing it with pins for convenience. Sew the pieces of fabric, folding them at the bottom.

Our hands also keep you warm mittens. This is a great way to use an old unwanted sweater. You can play snowballs with them without fear of ruining or tearing the thing forever. Sewing mittens is easy. First you need to make a pattern. To do this, place your hand on the sweater with your thumb protruding 45 degrees, draw an outline and cut it out with scissors. In total you will need two patterns for each mitten. Then simply sew the resulting pieces of fabric together and, voila, your mittens are ready!

A cap. You can sew a hat for yourself or as a gift to a loved one. This will take 10 minutes. First, cut the bottom of the sweater to the desired length. Cut it along the seam. To avoid the wrong size, use your hat as an example.Fold the resulting piece into 3 layers. Cut an arc at the top.

Then sew the edges of the fabric together and the arcs at the top together. Trim the excess fabric along the seam and turn the hat inside out. Ready!

Home products

Knitted hair strip. This little thing will warm your ears during the cold season or help tie your hair back if it gets in the way.

Plaid. The only thing cooler than a warm sweater is a warm blanket. To sew it, cut equal-sized squares from your accumulated sweaters. Then sort them by color, placing the print you like. Using your sewing machine, start sewing the squares together. First, you can combine 4 small ones, and then sew the resulting large squares together. Make a lining on the side where the seams are visible. It may be made of flannel. Finally, sew the edges of the product with a buttonhole stitch.

Kids' things

Pants for a child. This is a great option to insulate your baby for the winter, at no cost. And if the child gets dirty, it won’t be a pity. And you can sew such pants from two sleeves.

Little girl dress. When creating a model, you can give free rein to your imagination.

Accessories

Stylish cheerful pillows. Knitted pillows will perfectly complement any interior and make the apartment cozy. You can make one pillow for yourself, a second for your mother, and a third for a friend. These don't have to be decorative pillows. You can make a large bed for your pet. To do this, place the sweater with the wrong side up, and a pillow on it. Cut a square out of it, leaving a centimeter for stitching. Sew the pillowcase and put it on the pillow. All!

Case for laptop, iPad. This is a great way to save money. Place your laptop or tablet on top of the sweater, cut out two rectangles and sew around the edges, leaving room for an outlet.

Soft bag, backpack. To make the bag, place the sweater on a flat surface. Cut off the neckline and sleeves. Fold the bottom edges of the sweater inward 1 cm and stitch. Turn the bag inside out, fold each handle in half and stitch.

Photo lens case. Photographers know that a lens is a very fragile thing. It must be protected from impacts and scratches. A knitted case will help with this. To make it, you need to cut the sleeve of the sweater to the desired size and sew it on one side. The case is ready!

Creative crafts

You can make a lot of cool things out of unwanted clothes. For example, sweater bracelets. They will look unusual and warm your wrist.

Creative craft ideas:

New Year's wreath covered with sweater fabric. This decor item will look very stylish in combination with fir cones and beads. Will add comfort to your home.

Case for cups and glasses. Agree, it’s nice to drink coffee from a beautiful cup in a “sweater.” This will also help keep your drink warm.

Sweater fabric can be decorate the lampshade. It will look very stylish and keep you warm in the evenings.

The sweater can be used as cover for heating pad. Agree, it’s more pleasant to put cold feet on something soft.

Case for wine bottle. Have you seen this anywhere? That's right, only you should have it!

Sweater fabric can be used to decorate gift box. This will be relevant during the New Year holidays. Such a gift will not go unnoticed.

As you can see, there are many ways to bring your old sweater back to life or create many useful things out of it. Now, armed with our tips, you can not only save money, but also create unique decorative items and clothing.If you have a desire to create, but don’t have tired sweaters, second-hand stores, stocks and markets are at your disposal.