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Multi-colored fabric covered hangers on pole.
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How to Make Fabric Covered Hangers

These fabric covered coat hangers are made with thin wire hangers, scraps of fabric and glue. A great way to upcycle and recycle wire hangers in your closet.
Prep Time30 minutes
Active Time1 hour

Equipment

  • Scissors

Materials

Instructions

  • Cut or tear strips of fabric in thin strips of variable lengths and roughly 1/2 inch wide.
  • Start at the top of the hanger and place some glue on the edge of one end of a fabric strip.
  • Then place it on the edge and begin to wrap the fabric around the hanger adn add a bit of glue to the wire hanger as you go.
  • When you get to the end of a strip add more glue to the edge of the end of the fabric strip and press into place.
  • Then add another piece of fabric slightly overlapping the last piece.
  • Work your way down the right side of the hanger, around the bottom and up the left side.
  • Use a small set of scissors to trim any wayward threads.
  • Hang and enjoy.

Notes

You could wrap two wire hangers together with some tape. Then apply the fabric wrapping technique for a more sturdy hanger.
Consider using fabrics in one color family or two colors. However, you might love the look of multicolored hangers. The choice is yours. 
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