What to Do With Old Blankets
Over the years, you will find that you need to replace old blankets with new ones that match your current decoration, are softer or don’t have stains. If you don’t do something with your old blankets, they’ll end up taking up your storage space and get in the way. This article discusses several things you can do with your old blankets to get them out of the way or give them a new lease of life.
Donate them to those in need
There are always people in need of blankets, no matter where you live; many charities and organisations will be happy to take the blankets off your hands. Plus, once you donate your blankets, you’ll have spare space in your home for other items, and you’ll be helping other people in need. Many animal charities are always willing to take second-hand blankets from people that no longer need them. They can be used as bedding for the animals in their care, keeping them warm and comfortable on cold nights. In addition, homeless charities and shelters will also happily take blankets to give out to those in need sleeping rough. A simple blanket can make a world of difference to someone that’s sleeping on the streets. Donating is also the simplest and easiest way to get rid of your old blankets whilst also doing something great for others in need.
Use them for your pets
If you have pets yourself, instead of going out and spending lots of money on a new pet bed, you can use one of your old blankets for softness and comfort. With very little skill, you can even replace the old cover of your pet's bed with your old blanket, helping you save money and giving your pet a nice new, fresh bed. If your pets often sit on the couch, your bed or your carpet, you’ll know that the hair, mud and dirt can be frustrating to clean. To keep your things clean, cover them with your old blanket and give your pet free roam to sit wherever they want. When the blanket becomes dirty, you can simply wash it in your washing machine rather than scrubbing the sofa or floor clean and potentially damaging the fabric or carpet.
Sell them
If your blankets are still in good condition, others may be willing to pay for them. This is especially true with expensive items such as a cashmere blanket. This type of blanket can hold its value for many years as long as you keep it in good condition. If your blanket simply doesn’t match your furniture anymore, don't disregard the fact that others may want to purchase it; this way, you can make some money back for buying a new blanket that goes with your furniture or updated decoration.
Make pillows
If you enjoy sewing, you can use your blankets to make new pillows for your home. The blanket can be used as stuffing or as the outside to create pillowcases for you to fill. This is a great way to reuse blankets that you love but have issues in one area, such as pulling or a stain. You can use the area of the blanket that’s still good to create a pillowcase for your sofa. You will need a few tools and basic skills to be able to make a pillow, but once you’ve created one, you’ll want to make many more items for your home. You can save lots of money by recycling old clothing and blankets into pillows; some people even make a business from this hobby.
There are many things you can do with your old blankets, including donating them to charities in need, selling them to make some money, using them for your pets as bedding or to protect your furniture and making items such as pillows. If you’re good at sewing and enjoy projects, you can also make other items from old blankets such as bags, scarves and cleaning rags. Finally, if you don’t already have a spare blanket in your car, this is a good use for one of your old blankets. If you end up in an emergency situation or are stranded, the blanket can provide comfort and warmth until you get rescued.
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