6 creative ways to use an old sweater
I have been cutting up old or thrifted sweaters to sew with for years! It is one of my favorite materials to sew with when the weather gets cold. 
6 creative ways to use an old sweater
1. There is nothing cozier than a sweater pillow! This is a great project when you have a larger sweater.

6 creative ways to use an old sweater
2. A patchwork style blanket is a really fun way to put sweater scraps of all shapes and sizes to use!

TIP:When working with cut up sweaters there is a natural tendency for the edges to fray. I like to use a tight zig zag stitch- this keeps those edges from falling apart.

6 creative ways to use an old sweater
3. The arms of a sweater work great for creating arm warmers
4. Or even leg warmers or boot cuffs

6 creative ways to use an old sweater

6 creative ways to use an old sweater
5. Sweater scraps (like the arms or any long pieces) can be sewn into a scarf or a cowl.

6 creative ways to use an old sweater
6. Whimsical stuffed toys are a super fun way to use odd sizes and shapes of scraps.

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