Article: Textiles that are very old, worn, or stained can be very useful for cleaning up around the house. Cut your textiles into 6 to 8 in (15 to 20 cm) squares, and use them instead of paper towels to clean counters and other surfaces. Textured fabrics, like terry cloth towels, can make good rags for washing dishes. If you’re the crafty type, you may want to save any old textiles with attractive patterns and reuse the parts that are in good condition. Keychains, handkerchiefs, and phone cases are all simple projects that can be made with fabric scraps. using pieces of old textiles. Quilting is a great way to use up fabric scraps of any size, especially if you have old items that have sentimental value. If you don’t have any experience quilting, consider taking a class and starting with a very simple pattern. This is a convenient use for any textiles that are too worn or stained to be presentable. You can put them in shallow cardboard boxes to create pet beds, or add them to the pet beds you already have for extra padding. If you have a sheet or tablecloth that is still in good condition but has a tear or stain that makes it unusable, cut out the damaged part and turn the rest into napkins. Cut 18 in × 18 in (46 cm × 46 cm) squares out of the sheet and make 1 in (2.5 cm) hems on the edges.  You can make a simple hem by folding each edge of the square back about 1 in (2.5 cm) and sewing it in place. This will keep the edges from fraying. It can be helpful to iron the fold so it stays in place while you sew it. Start by cutting the sleeves off, making each cut from the armpit to the collar. You should leave about 6 in (15 cm) of collar when you cut.  On the back side of the shirt cut a straight line across between the armpits. Fold the remaining piece of collar under about 1 in (2.5 cm), then sew it in place. The collar will now have a small hem that you can run a string or cord through, which you can tie around your neck to hold the shirt in place. If the hems or knees of your jeans have worn out, but they still fit well, they can be used as shorts. Put the jeans on and look in a full-length mirror to determine how long you want the shorts to be, and mark the length with a pen so you will know where to cut.  Use fabric scissors to make clean cuts. It’s a good idea to use a ruler or measuring tape to make sure your shorts are the same length on both legs. Cut the sleeves and collar off of your shirt and turn it inside out. Sew a straight line along the bottom, then sew over the line again to reinforce it. You can then turn the T-shirt right side out and use it as a tote bag, with the shoulders of the shirt acting as handles.
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Cut old linens and T-shirts up for rags. Use colorful fabric scraps for jewelry and art projects.  Make a quilt Turn old clothing into pet bedding. Make napkins out of an old sheet or tablecloth. Cut an old T-shirt into a  halter top. Turn ripped jeans into shorts. Make tote bags out of old T-shirts.

Problem: Article: Making trousers requires sewing together accurately cut pieces of fabric. This is necessary to ensure that you get the style and size you want. Using a pattern will help you make trousers that look great and fit properly. Visit a craft supply store or look online for a trouser pattern that you want to use. Then, read the pattern carefully and follow its instructions to execute the design.  You don’t have to purchase a trouser pattern. There are many free patterns available online. Just search for “free trouser pattern” to find one. You can find trouser patterns in any style you like, such as slim-fit, wide-leg, bootcut, ankle-length, and more! Some patterns are perfectly sized and others require you to measure and adjust before beginning. Once you get the hang of making trousers, you may want to move away from patterns and experiment by following these measurements. You may need to take the following measurements:  Outside leg. Using a fabric measuring tape, stretch it from the start of the waist over outside of the hip to the ankle. Inside leg. Measure the inside of the leg. Stretch your tape from the groin to the ankle. Hip. Measure the circumference of your hips from the widest point. Thigh. Measure the circumference at the widest point of your thigh. Ankle. Measure the circumference of your ankle, making sure you can get your feet through that measurement. Groin. Measure the distance from the waist band in front (around your navel) to the waistband in back, following the line of your groin. Avoid slippery fabrics, such as silk and satin, stretchy fabrics, such as jersey or spandex, and fabrics that are hard to manipulate, such as faux leather and vinyl. Opt for something that’s easy to work with to make your first pair of trousers. Some good choices include:  Cotton Viscose Velour Canvas Linen This will help to ensure that your finished trousers won’t get distorted after the first time you wash them. Check to see what temperature, cycle, and drying method to use for the fabric you purchased.  For example, if you’re using cotton fabric, wash it on warm with like colors using a normal cycle, and then put it into the dryer on medium. If the fabric you’re using is delicate, then select the delicate setting on your machine and hang it up to air dry after it’s done.
Summary: Choose a trouser pattern to guide your project. Take 6 body measurements, if your pattern requires it. Select a fabric that’s easy to sew for your first pair of trousers. Pre-wash the fabric to prevent it from shrinking later.

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