Recycling Projects ~ Ways To Reuse Containers
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! Do you have a collection of favorite containers, or just want to find a frugal way to become more organized? Then this post is a must read! Upcycling containers is not only cost efficient, but a fun way to add a little character to your decor. Read through this list of 10 creative ways to reuse your empty food and drink containers, and I bet you’ll find a few new ideas. Lots of fun recycling projects for your home.
I love finding new ways to reuse containers in our house. Currently all our dehydrated fruit is contained in large pickle jars, and I love using recycled materials in crafts with the kids.
Do you have a favorite way to upcycle or recycle containers in your house?
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1. Repurposed TicTac Boxes for Travel Spices from Seattle Sundries ~ Perfect way to store your spices and seasoning for your next camping trip.
2. DIY Wine Bottle Tiki Torch from Design Sponge ~ Create a little DIY ambience in your back yard with these easy to make Tiki Torches.
3. DIY Sprinkler from Housing A Forest ~ Keep cool this summer and help the kids make their own sprinkler. Yep its that easy, and your kids will love it!
4. Glass Coke Bottles from Musings of a Kitchen Witch ~ Add a little style to your kitchen counter with a fun repurpose coke bottle. Perfect for holding cooking oils and dish soap.
5. Turn a Mason Jar into an Easy DIY Dispenser from One Good Thing ~ I love this simple trick for creating a pourable container. Perfect for my collection of mason jars!
6. Tin Can Grill from Dian Thomas ~ Did you know that you can create a mini grill from a tin can? Perfect for scouting or camping cookout.
7. Mason Jar Blender Smoothie from Jenny Rambles ~ Oh wait…a mason jar fits on my blender?!? I totally can’t wait to check it out! Smoothies just got a whole lot easier!
8. A Useful Re-use of Plastic Bottle Caps from Lush Home ~ Create a tight seal on any plastic bag using a plastic water bottle. Also makes it super easy to poor out your next serving.
9. Tin Can Biscuits from Sprinkle Bakes ~ Make the perfect biscuits with a tin can! No need to buy a biscuit cutter. Just use the sharp edge of your tin can.
10. Spice Jars from Crafty MisAdventures ~ Turn baby food jars into the most adorable spice jars. The addition of chalkboard paint is my favorite part. I’m a complete sucker for Chalkboard paint!
Until Next time
Tammy
Hi! No you didn’t miss it. It was my first attempt and so I didn’t want to ccnorihle a potential disaster. lol. I used mod podge, a little water, and food coloring. Coated the inside, let it dry, and then baked in the oven on low for about 30 minutes. Pretty cool, huh?