I am an advocate of recycling and some of the most beautiful recycling you can do is within your home. Furniture is a well recognized example of how to convert the old, tired and outdated into a new fresh look. Another lovely example is reusing old textiles.
I find some old table cloths, sheets, doilies, and handkerchiefs have exquisite work in them. They use hem stitching, and embroidery as well as appliques to create a timeless beauty. Those old pieces can be used for pieces of art, but depending upon their condition and age, they can become re-purposed. I have an old, elegantly embroidered sheet that I recently turned into a duvet for a beautiful new look. Adding a new sheet set with this old one, I backed the top sheet to make the duvet, used the old second sheet for the new top sheet and used the new fitted sheet to complete the revised set. It is a wonderful display of old hand work.
If you don't have a textile which was handed down from another generation (or two) visit flea markets, thrift shops and second hand stores. You will be amazed at the items you can find. Just remember, you may come across some antique pieces which would be a crime to deface. Save those pieces as art work and frame them or display them for their beauty.
Old quilts are another source of unique handwork.
Enjoy the creative spirit of recycling beauty.
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