5 Reuses for Old Shoelaces

We've all got pairs of old sneakers taking up room all over our house. While recycling your old running shoes is always a good idea, you can put your laces to good use, too. Just make sure to give your old laces a good washing first with eco-friendly laundry soap.

Here are five ways to put your old laces back into use:

1. Turn shoelaces into pet toys.
   String a lace or two through a mini jingle bell and you'll get your kitty riled up in no time.


2. Add a stylish touch to long braids.
   Add an interesting shoelace to your ponytail or braid it through your hair. If you have shorter hair, try it as a headband.


3. Use laces as ribbon when you're wrapping presents.
   Who needs to buy expensive ribbon when you can use what you already have on hand? Use a simple knot and you're good to go. Add beads to the laces for added creativity and you're wrapping job will be as special as the gift within.


4. Make your tablecloth fit your table.
   If your tablecloth doesn't fit your table, I've got the remedy for you. Use your old laces to tie each corner of the tablecloth into what resembles a ponytail. You can leave the shoelace showing or if you would rather hide it with the tablecloth, pooch the fabric on top of the shoelace knot by pulling it upward, back through the shoelace knot.


5. Turn laces into Christmas tree garlands.
   First, tie a bunch of laces together into one long strand. Then string some beads (with a wide hole so that they don't get stuck) onto the lace. Get creative and add whatever color beads you like before adding it as a decorative touch to your tree.

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Want to know what you can do to reduce your carbon footprint? Find out on Planet Green TV's Wa$ted.

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