Totally Useful Dryer Sheet Hacks Everyone Should Know

The other day I was at my local grocery store when I saw an offer on dryer sheets. I thought about stocking up on them, but then decided, “Who could possibly need that many dryer sheets?” So I walked past the display … big mistake! A friend later told me about a few dryer sheet hacks — super cool things you can do with dryer sheets that have nothing to do with laundry — and now I’m kicking myself for not taking advantage of the sale. I starting Googling…and she was right. Dryer sheets are good for more than just tossing in your tumbler and getting soft, sweet-smelling clothes (although that is definitely worthwhile).

Now that I’ve done some research and even tested out of few of the possibilities, I think I might be hooked. Whether you’re into crafting or simply enjoy finding new ways to keep your home fresh and clean, check out this list of awesome dryer sheet hacks and learn a few of the fun (and inventive!) ways you can use (and re-use) your dryer sheets.

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Dryer Sheet Hacks

Make A Sachet

These sachets made from used dryer sheets smell glorious, look pretty, and make for a very lovely gift.

Get the tutorial at Sew Many Ways

Photo: Sew Many Ways
Clean A Dirty Pan

There is nothing I hate more than scrubbing and scrubbing and scrubbing a gunked-up pan and still not getting it clean. Here's a solution to all that: Fill the pan with warm water, add a dryer sheet, let it soak overnight, and voila! Makes cleaning a breeze.

Get the tutorial from Tip Hero

Photo: Tip Hero
Clean Your Baseboard

It's easy to forget about baseboards because they're so low to the ground, but once you've cleaned them (with a magic eraser and then dried with a paper towel), rubbing a dryer sheet across the baseboards will fend off future dust.

Get the tutorial from The Simple Moms

Photo: The Simple Moms
Repel Bugs

Bugs are the worst! Rub dryer sheets on your skin and/or just shove some in your pockets, and those pesky little critters will shove off.

Get more tips from App-ropriate

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Make Envelopes

Looking for a creative DIY project? These slightly transparent envelopes made from recycled dryer sheets are easy to make and completely adorable.

Get the tutorial at Elvie Studio

Photo: Elvie Studio
Remove Bugs From The Car

There's something so gross about millions of dead bugs splattered across your front bumper, am I right? To get rid of them, just wet your car, dunk an unused dryer sheet in warm water, and rub the bugs away!

Get the tutorial from Sugar Spice and Spilled Milk

Photo: Sugar Spice and Spilled Milk
Get Rid of Flyaways

Stop annoying flyaways and keep yucky lint from building up on your hairbrush by puncturing a dryer sheet through the bristles then brushing your hair. Your hair will look shiny and gorgeous, and it'll smell fresh, too.

Get the tutorial from lramsey

Photo: Youtube/lramsey
Make Glittery Greeting Cards

Did you know that glitter adheres particularly well to dryer sheets -- especially used dryer sheets? With a few simple steps, you can design and create homemade cards that everyone will love.

Get the tutorial at Stamp & Scrap

Photo: Stamp & Scrap
Eliminate Trashcan Odor

In order to keep your trashcan smelling fresh and clean, line the bottom of the barrel with a few fresh scented dryer sheets before you put in a new trash bag. It seriously works!

Photo: Getty