Making a tea cosy from odd socks

To make a tea cosy using odd socks you will first need a tea pot. Make certain there is no tea in it when you are using it.

• Next gather your odd socks together.


• Place them up and down the tea pot so that you can work out how many socks you will need. Use colourful or unusual socks.


• Once you have gathered the socks together stitch them from side to side.


• These will form a barrel of odd socks.


• Next place the barrel over the teapot to see where gaps for the handle, spout and tea pot top.


• Then stitch the socks accordingly.


• Do this until the tea pot is covered.

The great thing about this pattern is that it doesn't look perfect - it is practical and usable - saving you a fortune.

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