Don’t toss them just yet!
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Its safe to say most of us probably have more old socks than we probably need.
Maybe you buy new socks regularly and simply dontdeclutter your old ones.
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Or you have a family that always buys you socks during the holidays.
But other thandonating or throwing them out,what can you do with them?
We turned to eco experts for their best upcycling tips.
Clean With Them
Running low on cleaning rags?
Try using your old socksto dust!
Repurposing socks as dusting mitts is an eco-friendly, practical way to give old socks a second life.
Then put the sock on your hand or an old Swiffer duster.
Make Puppets
Love those fun old socks with bright colors and patterns?
Dont let them go.
Its a greatrainy day activity," she says.
Turn Them Into Jewelry Pouches
Alvarez-Borland also says old socks are great as jewelry or earbud pouches.
This is especially helpful when traveling.
“It really makes it easier to find these items in your bags.”
Protect a Room From Drafts
Is your room feelinga little drafty?
It could be due to a gap on the bottom of your door.
Old socks to the rescue!
She advises soaking them in a mix of white vinegar and warm water for about 30 minutes.
(The vinegar helps the dirt and build-up to loosen up.)
Meneses also suggests baking soda.
Just sprinkle it on the stained areas before washing," she says.
“Your old dirty socks will look like new.
If you really cant get the stink out of your socks (no judgment!
), she suggests adding a small amount ofhydrogen peroxide.
This not only deodorizes them, it sanitizes them thanks to hydrogen peroxide’s germ-killing properties.
Personally, I like to match solo socks with other singles down the line,” she says.
