If you’re like most people, you have old towels lying around your home that you just haven’t gotten around to tossing out yet. Before you send them to their grave, consider a few ideas.
1. Turn it into a washcloth
You may never need to purchase a new washcloth again. What a great way to save money and be eco-friendly.
2. Repurpose as a bath mat
We are in love with this colorful bath mat! It is so soft and luscious.
3. Turn it into spa slippers
These soft, fluffy slippers are perfect for chilly weather. Make your own using your old bath towels by following this easy DIY tutorial. All you need is a pair of old flip-flops, batting and sewing skills.
4. Make a bath pouf
Recycle your old towels into bath poufs. These scrubbies make perfect shower buddies. Imagine how many scrubbies you can make out of an old towel. You will soon be on your way to saving the earth. Hooray to eco-friendly projects!
5. Make a beach bag
Have a good 20 minutes to spare? Toss in your favorite drinks and novel, and head down to the beach.
6. Turn it into a Swiffer cover
Turn your old towels into these reusable Swiffer covers. Take a towel or any piece of cotton fabric, create your cover, then when you’re done cleaning, just toss it in the wash. These also make great gifts. Use cute towels to make cleaning up a little bit more fun. Check out the easy DIY tutorial here.
7. Make a spa towel wrap
This simple sewing project is perfect for sewers of all ages and levels. Here is the easy DIY tutorial by Centsational Girl. This spa towel wrap is a great gift for ladies who love a good relaxing soak.
8. Bath mat
Recycle your old towels to recreate these fantastic bath rugs. What is great about this project is that it is eco-friendly, simple and aesthetically pleasing. We love the chic look!
9. Create a bib
Sew these cute bibs for the baby in your life using this tutorial. It is a simple DIY that’s perfect for beginner sewers. These bibs make fantastic baby shower gifts. Give it a try.
10. Make pot holders
Pot holders are handy in the kitchen, especially when you’re taking the lids off hot, steamy pots. Use your old towel and some patterned cotton to create these lovely pot holders. Here is the tutorial.
11. Make towel cats
How cute are these towel cats? These are perfect for kids or a gift for a cat lover in your life. Check out the quick and easy tutorial here.
12. Make a kitchen towel
Class up your kitchen with this towel made from your old towel and cotton fabric.
