Use these braided rugs in a small size as chair cushions or make larger pieces to serve as area rugs welcome mats or splash mats in the kitchen.
How to make braided rugs from t shirts.
I used 5 5 t shirts to make a rug that is approximately 18 in diameter but if you have more time and patience than i do or if you want a bigger rug you could use more shirts.
T shirts scissors a sewing machine this is the machine that i have a medium knit sewing machine needle size 90 14 plus spares thread a clothespin a measuring tape or ruler.
In order to make the woven rug shown in the top picture look up four strand braided rag rugs i make them using a four strand braid where you loup the fourth strand into the previous row.
Using t shirts will make the rugs machine washable and dryable.
The number of t shirts you have on hand will determine the size of your rug.
Select a few old t shirts from your closet a thrift store or your aunt marcy s nascar t shirt collection.
Make a braided t shirt rug with even limited sewing skills.