A few weeks ago I caved and bought a kitchen dishwashing
sponge with handle for a dime in the clearance section. My daughter said it will be easier to clean
the Mason jars we use for leftovers and glassware. While washing dishes I got grossed out about
the germs harboring on the sponge so I thought
about throwing it away, but the upcycler
in me decided to figure out a way to replace the sponge with something reusable
instead. I decided to replace the sponge with a thrifted t-shirt that I can
wash it so I threw the sponge away and replaced it with the washable t-shirt
rolled up.
Materials
4X thrifted T-shirt (If you use a smaller t-shirt cut more
strips)
Scissors
Ruler (optional)
Directions
1. Lay shirt out flat on the floor or a table.
1. Cut horizontally across the t-shirt four inches above the seam, but
don't cut all the way through the shirt.
2. Cut another strip four inches above the last cutting all
the way through.
3. Cut diagonally across from one section to the other so
you'll have one continuous strip.
4. Cut slits 1- 1.50 inches slits in on both sides and an
inch apart on the long strip like the picture.
5. Roll the strip into a tight ball then slide through the
handle of the dishwashing sponge. You may have to cut the slits a little more.
Care: Wring dish
wash sponge handle after use and allow lean in dish drying rack or against
sink. Machine wash in a lingerie bag or pillow or hand wash. I spray vinegar
water on mine to sanitize often.
