I don't know about you, but I never know what to do with my old socks!
Not to mention the ones that disappear in the washing machine!
But it would be a shame to throw all those socks alone in the trash, wouldn't it?
Yes, you can easily reuse them to give them a second life.
There's so much you can do with these orphan socks!
From toys, masks, stuffed animals to purses and clothes for small dogs...
You will surely find an idea to recycle these socks.
Looking for ideas for things to do with old socks?
We have selected for you the most clever uses of old socks.
And don't worry, most of the tutorials we offer here can be done in minutes!
Here are 43 clever ways to reuse your old socks . Watch:
Whether you have a pair of worn out socks or mismatched pairs, you can turn them into great mittens for adults or children. A few snips to the toes and kids can stay toasty warm when playing in the snow. Thick, fluffy socks are best for making mittens. Discover the tutorial here.
Making small bags with socks filled with dried beans is a great idea. Plus, it's a great way to have a little fun and a great occupation for the little ones. There are plenty of games that require you to have little balls like that! You can easily turn these socks into toys even if you're not a sewing pro. Fill your socks with dried pinto beans or other dried vegetables such as chickpeas. All you have to do is make a seam to close your ball. To do the sewing, you can use a sewing machine if you want or sew it by hand. Discover the tutorial here.
With this DIY, you can easily turn old socks into amazing cup warmers. I like this idea, especially because I'm a big fan of coffee. Just cut the bottom of the sock. You can sew the edges if you wish. The sock slips over your cup. And it keeps your coffee or tea piping hot, while avoiding burning your hands. A great manual activity for adults to do on a winter evening! Check out the DIY here.
Isn't that lovely? Here is a grass growing head made from an old sock. If you are looking for crafts to do with socks, I think this one is perfect.
Just put grass seed and soil in the sock and tie it closed. Use pins to hold the eyes and nose together to create the face. Grass will grow on top and look like hair. Keep the sock slightly damp, watering a little each day. You will see, the hair will grow in no time. Discover the tutorial here.
Dog toys are not given! But we must recognize that they can be really useful to prevent puppies from chewing all your things. One of the best ways to use an old sock is to make a DIY chew toy for a puppy. You can also use a tennis ball and put it in the sock you are tying. It makes a great chew toy that the dog can also tug on. I did it with an empty plastic water bottle. This is great because dogs love the crackling noise the bottle makes when they bite into it. Find out how with this tutorial.
Children love to play at the dinette. They prepare delicious meals "for fakes". But it must be recognized that food for playing is not given. In addition, they are not always suitable for the little ones. Luckily, you can turn old socks into awesome cakes that are inexpensive and easy to make. They are very soft and therefore perfect for children of all ages. Do you like sewing? Then you will definitely like this activity. Not to mention that you will love decorating them. Watch this video to make a donut with a sock. And if you have the courage, you can make a cardboard mini-kitchen for your child. Find out how here.
If you live in an area with cold winter weather, you may have seen a significant increase in your electricity bill. Drafts under your door may be partly responsible for this rise. You can easily remedy this problem with a few old socks, pulses (corn, chickpeas, white beans...) and cotton wool filler. It is enough to fill the socks, alternating pulses and fleece. Then sew the socks together. And all you have to do is place your sausage in front of the door to stop the drafts. This is a cool and useful socks DIY idea. Discover the tutorial here.
You can also follow this trick to make a draft excluder out of newspaper.
The ends of your old mismatched socks are perfect for creating little potpourri sachets. They will deliciously perfume your drawers and cupboards. You can buy ready-made potpourri off the shelf or make it yourself, as explained here. Homemade, the scent of potpourri lasts longer. Then simply cut off the ends of the socks, fill them with the potpourri and then tie them with a thread. Small socks are perfect for this activity. Discover the tutorial here.
A travel pillow is so comfortable when you take long trips by car, train or plane. And that's not all, because it is also useful for relaxing at home. But no need to spend 20 € to have one. Just fill an old sock 3/4 full with dried beans or rice. And you have a homemade neck pillow! Add a few drops of lavender essential oil to help you relax. Heat it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. And put your cushion around your neck for a moment of deep relaxation. Discover the tutorial here.
How to occupy the children? They love to play horse! And that's good, because you can make a stick horse in less than an hour with old socks. Plus, your little one can help you design it. Just use an old sock for the head. Then add some decorations to spruce up your horse. This is a great project to do with toddlers ages 4 and up. Plus, you make a wonderful toy that kids will love for years to come. Find out how here.
Gaiters made a comeback in the 80s. You can easily make your own out of old mismatched socks. And also make some for children to protect them from the cold. And it's a very good recycling idea for a sock with holes.
Just cut off the end of the socks and that's it! Or you could also cut pieces of different socks and sew them together to create a matching pattern. Check out the trick here.
Don't throw away your old orphan socks! You can use them to create beautiful long winter gloves. What's great is that you don't even have to have matching socks. And since you're only using the top of the sock, it's okay if there are holes in the toes! So, socks with holes are perfect for this project. Since you are only using a small end of the sock, you can create matching gloves. And this, even if you only have mismatched socks lying around in your drawer. Discover the tutorial here.
What to do with a baby sock alone? A small purse! This project is about turning a baby sock into a purse that's just adorable. But you can also do it with bigger socks. Basically, just sew a clasp on the sock and you're done! And I'm sure you have tons of baby socks that lost their halves years ago. Nothing prevents you from transforming them into too cute purses. They are great gifts for girls and women of all ages. Discover the tutorial here.
We agree, this little frog made with socks is adorable! If you have a green sock, great. But you can do it with any color sock you have on hand. The secret is the padding and stitching. Do not worry ! It's really easy. And it'll make a great daycare gift or a new toy for your little one. Discover the tutorial here or here with this video.
This geometric sock balloon looks complicated to make. But in reality, not at all. It is true that it will be necessary to cut and take measurements several times. But you can easily finish your balloon in 1 hour. Your little ones will love playing with this ball. And you can use socks in different colors to make this balloon look really funny and colorful. Discover the tutorial here.
It won't take you more than 10 minutes to make this little pincushion. It's a great idea that works with all types of socks. Especially if you sew a lot! We always need more pincushions, don't we? To make it, you just have to cut, fold and sew. And that's about it. Note that this is a great project for teenagers who are learning to sew to make their own sewing materials. Discover the tutorial here.
This project is great even if some of your socks are worn or torn. Just cut your socks into strips. Then use a loom to create potholders. Speaking of which, you can even use a children's loom. That way, you can make lots of gifts for your friends! Following the same principle, you can even make a rug. A great idea for a recycled object with socks! Discover the tutorial here.
Your dogs like to be warm and stylish. Exactly like you! If you are used to taking your furball outside in the rain, a scarf can be useful. And do you know that you can make a very pretty scarf for your dog with a knee-high? And a bit of sewing of course! Your dog will be delighted to be warm. See the tutorial here.
Here's another toy you can make with mismatched socks. These sock animals are really easy to make and your kids will love them. Moreover, you can make these animals for less than 2 €... Including the eyes and the nose, if you already have the socks! There are so many animals you can make with socks:dogs, cats, caterpillars and octopuses and many more. Discover the tutorial here.
How about making another sock animal with the kids? This little sock monkey is my favorite. Sock monkeys are much easier to make than you might think. If you have enough socks, you can make a whole family of monkeys. Little ones love these little sock monkeys. Here's how to do it in video.
I have a few of these little snowmen that adorn my Christmas tree every year. My son made these at school a few years ago and they are still as adorable as they were then. This is a great activity to share with children. In the same style, you can also make a Christmas elf. Watch:
Why not create a small family of characters? A snowman for each member of your family. Here is the easy to do tutorial.
Socks with diamonds are perfect for making these vase covers. This project is so easy! You just have to put it on the vase. And you are done! Well OK, you may need to cut a little piece off and sew a little if your sock is too big. Don't forget that you can also choose colored socks to match your interior decor. Here is the easy tutorial.
A few mismatched old socks are perfect for this creation. In truth, it's even better if they are! One wreath shape is all you need to make this colorful and fun sock wreath. Discover the tutorial. And it's a great idea in all seasons.
Indeed, no need to choose red and green Christmas socks. Choose colorful socks to make a spring garland. Or red, white and blue socks for a festive summer garland.
Turn your little socks into beautiful Christmas decorations, with just a little stuffing and a few stitches. You can embellish them to make them more decorative or just use already decorated socks. I like the idea of having a rustic, homemade Christmas tree. You can also make these socks in spring colors to make decorations for Easter. Find out how here.
If you have a small dog, you can use a used sock to make him a warm and adorable sweater. Note that it works best for very small dogs. Just cut the end of the sock, at the level of the toes. There are two or three little things to do (the holes for the legs...). And your little four-legged friend will be dressed in his new warm sweater. And it took you less than an hour in total to do it. Discover the tutorial here.
Sitting in front of the computer can be taxing, especially on the wrist. Not using a wrist rest? You really should! They can help avoid certain problems. This is the case with tendonitis and wrist injuries that you cause by resting your wrists on the keyboard. And it's so easy to make a rest support out of a sock and rice. Just stuff the sock with rice and sew it up. Additionally, the rice in the sock can be heated in the microwave to help relieve sore wrists. Discover the tutorial here.
Yep, you can make a great jump rope out of old, used socks. Just weave them together. Want to know what's awesome about this homemade jump rope? It is much softer than what you find in stores. It is therefore less dangerous. You can color it by using different socks. It's a great activity for kids. Discover the tutorial here.
These little pumpkins made with socks will quickly become your favorite winter decorations. They are very easy to do. And with their different colors, they are really beautiful. This is another activity you can do with your kids. And, that's good, because you have plenty of time to make them for next fall. Simply fill socks with stuffing used for pillows, sew to assemble. And you will get these adorable little decorations. Watch the tutorial.
These fluffy orphan socks make very handy Swiffer wipes. You simply clip the toes and slip the sock over your Swiffer broom. Admittedly, Swiffer wipes are very effective at picking up dust. But they are very expensive when you need to replace them. Use those old socks instead and you'll never have to buy them again. Find out how to do it with this trick.
Here's a great way to use old socks:a small pocket to store and protect your laptop. There is also a small side pocket, perfect for storing your headphones. And it's so easy to make! If you have enough socks, you might want to make a few to give as gifts. Find out how here.
Isn't this little cat adorable? And it's so easy to do! You do not believe me ? Take a look:just cut the sock like the picture, then stuff it with cotton wool or polyester. Sew the cat's body and add the ears and tail. All you have to do is add the details:eyes, whiskers... Discover the tutorial here.
That's a brilliant idea! You don't have a pocket on your waistcoat? So make one out of an old mismatched sock. Cut out the sock, sew it on and voila!
Do you ever know where to put your glasses when you're tinkering? It's a blow to lose them or damage them... So, transform an old sock into storage for your glasses. Hang it above the workbench to always have your glasses close at hand. Simple, practical and economical, right?
When you run, you never know where to put your cell phone! But don't bother buying a smartphone armband. Recycle a sock to make an armband. Handy when you exercise! It is enough to cut the bottom of a sufficiently long sock. Put it on your arm and place your smartphone. To hold it, turn the sock inside out. Discover the tutorial here.
No gift paper to wrap a good bottle to offer? It's time to recycle a pretty orphan sock into gift wrap. Slip the bottle into the sock and tie a nice knot. Clever, practical and pretty!
Pretty girls love bracelets! Here is a great activity to do with your daughter or to liven up a girls birthday party. Cut off the top of one sock and cut strips from the rest of the sock to make a braid. Add charms and beads to personalize your bracelet. And here you have a unique and trendy bracelet. You can of course mix and match different socks to create a colorful wristband. Discover the tutorial here.
How to take care at home? Playing puppets! It's a classic, but kids love it, especially toddlers. So why deprive yourself of this activity? Give free rein to your imagination and it will take you no more than 5 minutes to create a funny character. Discover the tutorial here.
With a dozen mismatched socks and a little stuffing, you have enough to make a superb multicolored snake! Cut out the socks and sew them together to make a long tube. Put on the stuffing and sew the end of the sock closed. Add some details like the eyes, the tongue to have a magnificent snake comforter. Discover the tutorial here.
How to take care at home? Playing with dolls! It's a great activity that little girls love to dress up their dolls. What's great is that you don't even have to sew to make a new outfit for the doll. With a cut sock, we make a small skirt, a hat and even a small scarf. With another cut out sock, you can make a small crop top. Discover the tutorial here.
Do you know that you can make a pretty bouquet of flowers with socks? It is a beautiful personalized gift to offer for a birth! And it's a great manual activity for adults to do. Discover the tutorial here.
With this pin cushion made with a mismatched sock, no more lost pins! Put rice in the foot of the mushroom to make it more stable. Discover the tutorial here.
You can make a beautiful chignon bun with just a mismatched sock. No need to buy donuts to make buns. You can do the exact same thing with a mismatched and cut sock. Find out how to do it here with this tutorial.
Your orphan socks turn into a cactus to decorate your home. All it takes is a few green socks stuffed with stuffing to have pretty cacti that don't sting. Discover the tutorial here.
