101 (Or So) Uses for a Bandana

101 (or so) Uses for a Bandana

The possibilities are unlimited...

Cowboys originally wore bandanas because they could be used for a bunch of different purposes. You can see the possibilities from the list we’ve made. Aside from just helping you LOOK like you belong on the ranch, there’s got to be at least one in this list that you can use.

On the cattle drive or trail:

 A wind/dust mask  Trail marker by tying to trees or fence  Hobble (tie the front feet together to posts prevent walking off) a pack animal  Cover your face for a daytime nap  Makeshift bridle  Tie together and twist for a rope  Soak in water and use as a neckband to  Clean your boots after stepping in manure keep cool  Emergency repair for a strap on a pack  Whisk away pestering insects  Dry feet after going through a stream  Tuck under back of hat to keep sun off  Plug nose after encountering a skunk  A backpacking strainer for pasta  Occupied sign on an outhouse by hanging  Pre-filter water on the door  Gather wild blueberries in it  As toilet paper  Mark territory by tying to a tree in the  To check wind direction by holding up woods loosely and allowing the wind to blow it  As a blindfold to sleep past dawn  Sending smoke signals by covering and  Pad shoulders when carrying a load releasing smoke from a small fire.  To tie extra stuff to a backpack  Distract a charging animal by waving it  Shine your boots or shoes

Around town:

 Flag a passing motorist  Flag down a taxi  Cheer at a parade or sporting event  Tie to the car antenna for easy spotting  Tie to luggage for easy spotting

Apparel and Accessories:

 Scarf or neckerchief  Pocket protector  Handkerchief  Hobo pack  Headband  Apron  Tie together for a belt  A patch for holey pants  Makeshift hat (knot at each corner)  Mask for robbing stagecoaches  Earmuffs

 Hatband  Key chain

Sports and Games Uses:

 To lead a line dance  To wipe a muddy Frisbee after a  Blindfold for Pin the Tail on the day of “mud ultimate” Donkey  A net to gather minnows for bait  Tie skis together to carry  Mark home base line  Kite tail  Relay baton  For magic tricks  To wipe sweaty hands when the  A flag for capture the flag chalk bag is empty  Parachute for Barbie or Ken

In the kitchen:  Plug sink drain  Salad spinner  Bib or napkin  Potholder  Placemat or tablecloth  Scrub dishes  Open a stuck jar  Polish fruit  Coffee filter or tea strainer

Around the House:  Wipe a tear  Wrap a gift  Blow a nose  Give as a gift  Muffle a sneeze or cover a cough  Doll blanket  Clean eyeglasses  Make into a doll  Bookmark  Fly swatter  Book Cover  Garden hose repair  Dog collar  Decorate the Christmas tree  Muzzle a dog  Stuff to make a pillow  Blanket for the Chihuahua  Polish the car  Cat Cape  Car window shade  Fill with catnip  Emergency diaper  Disguise your voice on the phone  To distinguish twins

Emergency and Self Defense:

 As a sling  Wrap around snow or ice for an ice  Wrap a sprained ankle or wrist pack  To secure a splint  As handcuffs to tie up the “bad guys”  Surrender flag (make sure it’s white)