Second life of old items: Housekeeping tips

There are lots of old things in your house that you probably want to throw away, but what if you can still use them - just in a new way?

Recycling and transforming old things into new ones is a pretty thing these days, so it's time to be creative (and quite economical).

Here are a few ideas you might use.

Turn Old T-Shirts into Rags

Instead of throwing away old t-shirts, cut them into squares. These make great cleaning rags for wiping surfaces.

Reuse Glass Jars

Empty glass jars from food like pickles or pasta sauce can be cleaned and used to store things like spices, buttons, or even as drinking glasses.

Transform an Old Ladder

If you have an old wooden ladder, you can use it as a unique bookshelf. Just lean it against the wall and place books on the steps.

Repurpose Wooden Crates

Wooden crates can become stylish storage. Stack them to make shelves or use them as small tables.

Create Plant Pots from Tin Cans

Clean out empty tin cans, paint them if you like, and use them as plant pots. They're a charming way to display small plants.

Upcycle Old Furniture

Give old furniture a new life with a fresh coat of paint or by repurposing it for a different use. An old dresser could become a TV stand, for example.

Turn Broken Dishes into Mosaics

If you have chipped or broken dishes, don't toss them. 

Break them into smaller pieces and use them to create colorful mosaic designs on flower pots or garden stones.

Use Old Socks as Dusting Mitts

Slip an old sock onto your hand and use it as a dusting mitt. It's an easy and effective way to dust surfaces.

Make a Memory Quilt

Turn old t-shirts, baby clothes, or fabric scraps into a quilt. It's a wonderful way to preserve memories and stay warm.

Create a Charging Station from Shoeboxes

Cover an old shoebox and cut out holes to make a charging station for your electronic gadgets. It keeps everything neat and organized.
 

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• 18 November 2023

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