DIY Project: Make a Green Bath Mat!

Want your bathroom decor to be a little greener?

My BFF forwarded me this project to make your own bath mat! I surely need one of these for my shower:

Thanks to Curbly for sharing this idea!

The style of this mat takes inspiration from rag rugs but, with the use of towels, is better suited for the bathroom.  I mean, what could be more absorbant than a billowing pile of towels beneath your feet?  Nothing.

This project is easy and only requires 2 materials:

• Old Towels
• Gridded Matting (sometimes called anti-slip matting)

Cut the matting to whatever size rug you desire.  Next, cut your towels into 3/4″ wide strips of 5-6 inches each.  Working across the grid, knot each piece facing the same direction.  For a thicker rug, knot along every line – or – knot along every other line for a thinner mat.  Once you’ve knotted the whole thing you’re done.  Voila!  You have a “new” eco-friendly bath mat and spent less than $5 in the process (the gridded matting is quite cheap).

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Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, an independent media organization making sustainability accessible, affordable and actionable. Since launching Green Philly in 2008, she has grown it from a passion project into a leading voice for local climate storytelling, pairing impactful journalism with community events and experiences. Julie is a frequent speaker on climate, media innovation and the future of local journalism, and is the creator of SustainPHL and EcoFair. Outside of Green Philly, you can find her hiking, biking, traveling, or exploring Philadelphia. View all posts by Julie Hancher