A change of seasons is a great time to swap out your wardrobe. If you’re already in the midst of replacing bulky sweaters and corduroys with lighter-weight attire, why not add some fun to the chore with a few eco-friendly projects? Instead of trashing clothing that’s worn-out, stained, or beyond repair, try your hand at upcycling them into these crafts that are as fun to make as they are functional:

Old Wool Sweater Pillows: Start by felting” the wool, or transforming it into a dense state that won’t unravel when cut. To felt, toss the sweater in a hot water wash followed by a hot tumble dry. When dry, you’ll have a smooth, dense fabric that’s ready to work with. Next, cut squares (or rectangles) from the body of the sweater and use a length of yarn in a coordinating color to sew the wrong sides together along three edges. Turn the fabric right-side out and either stuff it or slip it over an old throw pillow, and then sew the last seam together.

Blue Jeans Refrigerator Pockets: Snip the pocket and surrounding material from an old pair of blue jeans, then embellish with fabric paint, salvaged buttons, ribbons, or material scraps. Use hot glue to affix a magnetic strip to the back, and then stick to your refrigerator and use to stow coupons, pencils, measuring spoons, and other kitchen miscellany.

Dress Clothespin Holder: This crafty gem serves double-duty as an earth-friendly craft; not only will you find a use for something that would otherwise be tossed, you’ll also save energy by line drying. To make, you’ll need a short-sleeved children’s dress, a child-sized clothes hanger, scissors, needle, and thread. Cut the skirt to an easy reach in” length, then turn the dress inside-out and sew the bottom seam and sleeves shut to form a sack. Insert the hanger, fill with clothespins, and you’re ready to tackle your ever-mounting pile of laundry!

Now that you’re suitably inspired, flex your creative muscles and see what other eco-friendly craft ideas you can come up with. Enjoy upcycling your favorite clothing into these fun and practical household goods!