For that reason, I do not like decorating my apartment with knick knacks and other housewares that only take up space. Instead I opt for useful and tasteful items for decor.
My solution for utility with charm: throws!
Purchased at Walmart wayyy back, I fell in love with these two throws: (they are "throw backs"!...pun intended...)
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| Chenille! |
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| Hemmingbone! |
Since moving into my apartment in November 2012, their only uses have been to satiate my dog's anxious chewing habits :( (sorry, chenille and hemmingbone )
True to the theme of this blog is my knack of turning idle items in to newly found treasures, and I knew just what to do with these two throws...
Make scarves, seat cushions, and pillow covers, of course:)
Step 1: Find pretty blanket/throw/sweatshirt/towel/etc. to destroy.
Check.
Step 2: Measure and cut to your liking.
Check.
I cut the chenille by wrapping it around my pillow form to estimate an approximate seat cushion size. Then, I cut along the folds and sewed the seams together.
The hemmingbone was easiest. I folded the blanket lengthwise multiple times and cut along the folds for a few scarves!
Step 3: Use again and again and again....until you have another idea....
Check.
I'm obsessed with my new hemmingbone scarf! Blankets make perfect neck warmers:) Bonus: It receives tons of compliments!
Pictures of finished products will be posted soon!
Hope this inspires you to save a mall trip (or two) and re-purpose what you already have around the house.
What have you reinvented lately?
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