Laura De Rosa You can turn them into napkin rings, vase decorations, bags for various types of objects and much more. Here is a selection of creative ideas to draw inspiration from
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Ever thought about recycling your old shirt cuffs? You can turn them into handy containers for various items, napkin rings, decorative glass wraps, and many other things. Discover how with these ingenious DIY ideas
Object holders
You can make practical little bags for storing keys, earphones, glasses, and more from shirt cuffs. After retrieving the cuff, sew the bottom and fold it to create an opening, closing it with the button. This way, you’ll get a small, homemade bag.
Gift bag or wrap
To wrap bottles and similar gifts, you’ll need more than just the cuff. Use at least half of the shirt sleeve as a bag. Naturally, you’ll need to sew the cut part at the bottom. Add a strip of fabric as a handle, and you’ll have a convenient gift bag.
Glass protectors
Old shirt cuffs can be used to wrap glasses, protecting and beautifying them simultaneously. Just cut the cuffs and sew the edge, then slip them over the glasses.
Napkin rings
You can also make charming napkin rings with old shirt cuffs. Remove the cuffs from the sleeves, sew the edges, and fasten them around the napkin, adjusting the button if necessary.
Jar decoration
Want to beautify a glass jar you’re using as a flower vase? Nothing works better than recycling an old shirt cuff. Wrap it around the jar and secure it with the existing buttons.
