How Do You Make A Plastic Braided Clothes Hanger?
Recycle your plastic grocery bags into a padded clothes hanger that will help keep delicate clothing looking its best. This is a good project for older children and teenagers, combining crafting with recycling. Simple braiding techniques are required and a summer afternoon craft session making these useful hangers could provide a fun and informal backyard party session for youngsters. The padded hangers would make thoughtful and practical holiday and birthday gifts for teachers and grandparents. Cut the grocery bags into 2-inch wide strip loops, discarding the bag bottoms and handles. Join two loops by inserting one loop into the top of another loop, pulling it through again and making a knot. Make a strand of five white loops and a strand of five colored loops. More loops will be added during the braiding process. Lay the strands on a table, forming a plus-sign shape. Pinch the strands together at the middle cross. Sit on a chair and hold the hanger between your knees for stability, w
