Whether it’s from natural wear-and-tear or that we lost the pair and never found it, we all have some old socks lying around in our drawers. They start to pile up and you wonder what to do with all of them! Look no further because there are many DIY crafts and other project ideas for what to do with old socks. Here are 13 great ideas you can try!
Aromatherapy Hot Packs
While it may seem counterintuitive to actually WANT to smell your sock, don’t cross this one off your list just yet.
Not only do these hot packs feel really good on a sore neck, but they also smell divine too!
Get the tutorial here.
Sock Bun
One of the best uses for old socks is a sock bun for your hair. Unlike the kind you find at the store, this sock bun is actually made from the real deal!
If you love the chubby sock bun look, grab a pair of scissors, an old sock, and an elastic band. Then check out this tutorial here.
What to Do With Old Socks: Swiffer Pads
Swiffer dust mops are super convenient, but the price to clean your home always adds up because you have to keep buying the refills!
Why not save money upcycling your old fuzzy socks into these reusable Swiffer pads? Just cut it to size and slip it over the base of the Swiffer and off you go!
If you don’t want to cut the sock to size, you can follow this full tutorial here.
Woven Pot Holder
Now that this favorite pastime is making a long-overdue comeback, you can finally put all those single socks to good use!
Just cut them up into strips and finger weave them through a homemade loom made from cardboard and push pins.
Get the full tutorial here.
No-Sew Bean Bags
These mini bean bags are great for tossing with (or at) your kids/dogs/random zombies in the backyard.
And unlike most DIY sock crafts that expect you to have at least some type of skill, this no-sew bean bag project is truly “For Dummies.”
Get the full tutorial and a list of fun games you can play with these bean bags on this blog here.
Upcycle Socks Into Pin Cushion
Anyone who loves to sew will tell you that you can never have enough pincushions! This is one of the best ways to recycle old socks.
But, the ironic thing about this cute potted pin cushion is that it’s actually a no-sew project.
Get the full tutorial here.
Wine Bottle Holder
This is one of the many fantastic crafts from old socks. If you don’t want to show up to a dinner party with a bare naked wine bottle, then dress it up in this cozy sock wrap.
Just make sure you’re up to speed on the perfect wine-sock pairings so you don’t accidentally embarrass yourself.
Get the full tutorial here.
Golf Club Covers
Why spend money on golf club covers that everyone and their golfing buddy already have? Make your own funny covers with an old sock and your favorite animal plushie.
Even if you don’t hit a hole-in-one, these will make you laugh all the way to the bank.
Get the full tutorial here.
Jump Rope
This is a fun and easy project, but make sure you have plenty of socks on hand because you’ll need a bunch!
When you have all of them gathered, cut the feet off all the socks then sew them together to make one long jump rope. It may not be the most aerodynamic thing out there, but it works!
Get the full tutorial here.
Upcycled Boot Socks
The great thing about this DIY is that you can use mismatched ones and no one will be the wiser! The only thing people will be able to see is the pretty lace trim at the top.
Get the full tutorial here.
No-Sew Pencil Case / Makeup Bag
Great news if you have zero sewing skills – you don’t need any to make these adorable fluffy pencil cases.
A hot glue gun is your friend here, as it’s what you’ll use to seal up the cut-up ends of the sock and apply the zipper.
Get the full tutorial here.
Scented Dryer Balls
Instead of using toxic dryer sheets, make a DIY dryer ball that’s been scented with essential oils. If you have a lonely wool sock, that’s even better.
Of course, there’s always the risk that it will mysteriously disappear, but that’s okay the universe will always make sure you have an unlimited supply of mismatched socks!
Get the full tutorial here.
Takeaway
Now you’ll never run out of ideas for what to do with old socks. Sure, you can donate socks, but it’s still more fun to run your creative juices and let your hands do wonders with DIY crafts.
Source: Business Insider, Green Eco Services, Pop Sugar, EcoGreenLove