Recycle Your Old Scrubs

If you are like most nurses, you have accumulated a lot of scrubs over the years. As the pile of retired scrubs
grows in the back of your closet, you need to make a decision on what to do with them. It seems like such a waste to throw them out but what else can you do? Check out these 7 creative ways to breathe new life into your scrubs.

1. Cleaning- Transform your old scrubs by cutting them apart and using them as dusting rags. Considering what your scrubs have faced, dust will be no match.
2. Family Fun- After being washed and worn so much they will makes some of the softest PJs your kids have ever worn. For some extra fun have your kids help you tie-dye them.
3. Pets- Your pets can benefit in multiple ways from your old scrubs. Dog owners can make bandanas out of them by cutting them into triangles. Old scrub tops also make great bedding for animal kennels.
4. Bedding- If you are lucky enough to have a grandma who passed down her quilting skills, cut old scrubs into small quilting cloths and make a pillow or blanket. You can call it your “remember when” project.
5. Picnic basket liners: Line your basket with fabric cut from old scrubs to add a pop of color and catch any crumbs that may fall into your basket. Use this same trick to add to the presentation when making holiday gift baskets. You can even use a small patch of the same fabric to place over a jar lid when sharing your homemade goodies with loved ones.

6. Totes- A total transformation of your scrubs. For help making a tote bag out of your scrubs, see the tote bag Designer Victoris made out of recycled scrubs. Creative inspiration at it’s best!
7. Donate them - Regardless whether you give them to Goodwill or give them to a nursing school, they will be greatly appreciated.