Try This: Braided T-Shirt Rug

By Emily Anderson
Published on November 21, 2011
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A braided T-shirt rug is a simple project that makes use of those old T-shirts.
A braided T-shirt rug is a simple project that makes use of those old T-shirts.
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Use T-shirts of any color or size for this project. Just make sure the weight of the materials is consistent.
Use T-shirts of any color or size for this project. Just make sure the weight of the materials is consistent.

This braided T-shirt rug is a great way to upcycle old clothes into something useful for your home. Braided rugs have been around for ages, and they’re a good example of how people used to squeeze value out of every household item. If we still had to grow the cotton, spin the yarn, and sew our clothing, we’d be less likely to toss things out, too. Don’t have a stash of old T-shirts lying around? Hit your local thrift store. Use natural fabric dye if you want a specific color palette (check out the article “Natural Dyeing: How to Make Natural Dyes from Plants and Other Materials” to learn more about natural dyes). Select fabrics made of the same material and of the same weight. For example, you could make this rug out of old wool sweaters; just make sure all the wool is the same thickness.

Tools & Materials

Large, flat work area
About 20 cotton T-shirts
Fabric scissors
Sewing machine (optional)

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