Pet Bed
Old bicycle tires are not only good for the human members of your family, but they are also great for your furry friends! Many people have created pet beds out of old bike tires. While there are many different instructional posts on how to make this happen, most include similar steps.
First, you will need to cut an old tire into four equal pieces. Next, cut out a piece of heavy-duty fabric that is larger than the size of your newly created pet bed; this will ensure that it stays in place. Place the tire pieces onto the fabric and sew together! Use cotton or foam to fill with for comfort. Then roll up the excess fabric tight and wrap it around with either string or a rubber band to keep it in place.
Decorative Wall Art
Consider using old bicycle tires to decorate if you have empty wall space! Cut the tire down to size so it will fit on your wall. Then, pair with a fun color of paint and some stencils for designs. If you are artistic, feel free to design patterns or pictures yourself! Attach the tire to the wall using heavy-duty adhesive or nails. Lastly, hang pictures or other decorations from the tire with wire or twine for a fun new look! Your friends will be amazed at how creative you are when they see this design.
Unique Belt
If you are tired of the same old belts, consider making a new belt out of an old bicycle tire! While there are many different methods for this creative design, they all include similar steps:
- Cut the rubber tube into a desired-sized strip that will fit around your waist.
- Place the strip on a cutting board and, using your utility knife, cut a diagonal line from one end of the strip to another.
- Turn your newly created belt tube inside out.
- After turning it inside out, sew along this new side for durability, and so it forms a loop.
- To finish off your new belt, clasp it with a sturdy belt buckle and use it for years to come!
Conclusion
By now, you should have a good feel for what you can create from old bicycle tires. These items are not only practical but also extremely creative and fun! Give one of these projects a try today and see how much fun you can have with a little bit of time and effort! If any of them sound too difficult or time-consuming, don’t worry! There are a ton of small-scale ideas you can try as well! Old bicycle tires are a great resource and shouldn’t go to waste!
