Don't throw out that Old Tee!

There is no such thing as 'Away'. When we throw anything away, it must go somewhere.

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So, why not repurpose?

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Don't want to use your old tees?

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All you need are:

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What can you make with T Shirt Yarn?

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How much yarn ...

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How do you join the yarn?

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How to make Denim Yarn

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Don't throw out that Old Tee!

Make Yarn instead!

There is no such thing as 'Away'. When we throw anything away, it must go somewhere.

So, why not repurpose?

Don't want to use your old tees?

All you need are:

Sharp Fabric Scissors

Old Tees &

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How do you join the yarn?

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