Old towels may have lost their softness or become a little threadbare, but they still hold a lot of potential, from DIY projects to practical household uses, there are countless ways to repurpose old towels that benefit both your home and the environment. We spoke to some experts for ways to put those old towels to new uses. Use In Potted Plants“When placing a potted tree (real or faux) into a larger decorative pot, old towels work wonderfully as filler material. Turn Into Reusable Makeup Remover PadsAt minimum, simply cut your old towels into small squares and tidy up the edges. Donate To A Shelter“My favorite use for old towels is to donate them to our local animal shelter.