recycle orphan socks into unique pet beds that require more time than money to make
a basket near the dryer to collect these socks as they appear
Random orphan socks make an inexpensive pet bed, perfect for outside.
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Color-coordinated socks sewn into a pet bed make a decorating statement.
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orphan socks (or socks bought in a color theme, or outgrown socks)
polyester stuffing or recycled pantyhose with runs
needle and thread or sewing machine
Place stuffing in the socks.
Tuck the toe around onto itself and sew it securely to start the spiral (figure A). You should end with the open end of the sock.
Figure A
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Stuff the toe of the next sock into the open end of the first sock and stitch in place to secure. Continue adding socks, toe to open end, wrapping the tube around on itself to continue the spiral. Always sew the toe of the next sock into the open end of the previous sock.
turn the bed over and sew each row of socks together with a running stitch (figure B).
Figure B
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