Before you throw out those worn flannels, look at this. 10 useful ways people reuse old flannel shirts

from the shirt. Sew the sides and bottom together, then box the corners to give the bag depth. For handles, use strips of flannel or repurposed straps from other bags. These totes are perfect for grocery shopping or as casual handbags, reducing the need for plastic bags.

Even the smallest scraps of flannel can be useful as cleaning rags. Cut the flannel into small squares or rectangles, around 6 inches by 6 inches or larger,