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Sara Hesikova

6 crafty ways to use old clothes in the garden – and give your old wardrobe a new lease of life

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What to do with no longer wanted clothes is a constant question. If they are still in good condition, then donating to a charity is best. But what if they are old, tattered and perhaps even stained? Well, if you have an outdoor space then you’re in luck because there are several ways to use old clothes in the garden.

Repurposing unwanted clothing in your outdoor space makes for a great upcycling idea for the garden – you just need to put your crafty cap on. Or just grab some scissors and get to cutting as that’s all some of our favourite ways to use old clothes in the garden require.  

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