Reusing Plastic Cookie Dividers?Does anyone know a craft using the thin, clear plastic cookie dividers that come with Oreo cookies? I have a bunch of them.
Recycling Plastic Cookie Trays?I have a big stack of clear plastic dividers used for Oreos. Does anyone know if there is a craft or other use for them? I hated to just stick them in my plastic recycle bin if they can be used again for something.
Recycling or Reusing Wire and Plastic Hangers?Does anyone have any ideas on what I can do with a ton of wire and plastic hangers. I was planning on donating them, but Goodwill doesn't take them
Donating Award Plaques?I have a box of old award plaques. I wondered if Special Olympics or some place would like them to recycle them and use again?
Reusing Old Wax to Make Candles?How do I re-use old wax to make new candles?
Uses for Cotton Bags That Contained New Sheet Sets?I have various sizes of cotton bags that came with sheets and pillowcases that I bought. I hate to throw them away, how can I reuse them?
Selling Soda Can Pull Tabs?I have many pull tabs and I want to sell them. Where can I sell them?
Using a Old Hose as a Garden Planter?How do I use an old hose as a planter?
Uses for Black Tights?I have quite a lot of thick, black, opaque tights [nylon, 120 denier] from my teenage daughter, 30 pairs or more. What can I do with them? I don't wear black tights so they are no use to me.
Reusing Prescription Bottles?Can I legally reuse my prescription bottles? I put flax seed in empty ones. Do I have to take the label off?
Donating Used Trophies?I have over 100 or so used trophies and will be moving soon. Is there somewhere in New Jersey that I could donate them? It would cost too much to ship them for a donations. They are all in excellent condition.
Disaster Assistance Options for DuraWeave Pet Food Bags?Ever since Purina began using of the large size polypropylene "DuraWeave" bags I have been saving them, certain a good use would arise and they would not go to waste. In particular, my first thought had been how well these might be used for sandbagging in flood situations...
Reusing Ziploc Bags?I usually will first insert the food in a plastic bag from the supermarket produce dept as a liner for the Ziploc thereby keeping the Ziploc clean for future use. Empty used Ziploc bags are kept in the freezer. Is there any health problem with this method?
Selling Pop Can Tabs in Canada?I have pop can tabs, like over 3,000, and am looking to sell them to some one in Ontario.
Donating Shredded Paper?I am a VFW Ladies AUX member and I'm always looking for ways to help people and the environment in San Antonio, Texas. I am just wondering where we can donate our shredded paper?
Uses for Empty Prescription Bottles?Does anyone have any ideas on how to use empty prescription bottles? Unfortunately I receive many medications on a monthly basis and I really do not want to throw them out. I have been using the large ones to collect spare change, mainly quarters for laundry. Thanks for your feedback!
Reusing High Quality Carpet and Padding?We pulled out our carpet and carpet pad, but don't wish to take it to the land fill. We are thinking about using it for insulation, but the weight of it will depress the existing attic insulation causing it to not perform.
Donating Used Sports Trophies?We had 4 boys in sports and have many trophies that I just can't seem to throw away. Will someone take them as a donation?
Reusing the Lens From a Digital Camera?I have non working digital camera. What can I do it with it? I want to find a way to use the lens.
Repurposing Galvanized Fence Posts?We just moved into a rental home where it appears one of the previous tenants installed a chainlink fence in the back yard. The chainlink is gone, and 4 of the posts remain.
Plastic Packing Peanuts for Large Planters?Where can I purchase the non-biodegradable, non-dissolvable packing peanuts for large planters?
Cutting Junk Tires in Half?How do you cut old used junk tires in half so they can be worked with?
Repurposing an Old Cassette Tape Holder?I have an old cassette tape holder made out of a partial wine crate box. It's a little less than 3 inches deep, 9 inches high, 19.5 inches wide. There are 4 dividers that fit 10 tapes in their own individual slots.
Uses for Car Tires?I would like to know how to use car tyres in another way?
Using an Empty Lava Lamp?The light bulb in my lava lamp went out, and it got me thinking. Since the lamp is a couple of years old, and very dark colors of red and purple, I would like to empty it and use it as a clear light. Is that safe?
Uses for Plastic Frosting Containers?What can plastic frosting containers be used for?
Uses for Day Planners?I recently saw a tip for uses for a day planner, but didn't get a chance to check it out. Would like to find this tip again. Thank you.
Reusing Clear VCR Tape Holders?Any hints on uses for those clear plastic boxes for containing your VCR tapes? I bought way too many and hate to throw them away.
Selling or Donating a 1959 Encyclopedia Americana?We have a 30 volume set and wish to find someone who would want it or know what to do with it besides put it in the dumpster. Anyone have any ideas, please.
Using Up Bits of Soap?How can I use up old bits of soap? Perhaps make into fresh bars to use. Any other suggestions?
Ideas for Reusing Trampoline Springs?Any one have any good ideas to reuse trampoline metal springs?
Uses for Left-over Candle Wax?I never can use all the candle wax at the bottom of a candle jar. What can I do with the 2 inches of candle wax left when the wick burns up?
Used CD Cases?I still need a lot of empty CD cases, but only the wide plastic ones. I am willing pay 5 cents for each one. Per 100 would be $5.00. I can use at least 400 to start with, and I will pay for shipping too. Any ideas where I might find some? Thanks.
Used Crayons?I am trying to find a source for buying used crayons. I need about 5 lbs. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.
Reusing Febreze Candle Jar?I am trying to find out if I am able to reuse it as a glass cup? I am very concerned given the fact that I am pregnant, I wanted to make sure if it's OK to drink out of it. I love to recycle and this is one of my biggest concerns on how to reuse it.
Crafts Using Prescription Bottles?I have an abundance of empty prescription bottles. Does anyone have any ideas for craft projects using these bottles? Does anyone have other suggestions on how to use empty prescription bottles? I just hate throwing them away.
Uses for Empty Facial Tissue Boxes?There have been some suggestions for how to use empty facial tissue boxes. I need more ideas. What do you use your empty facial tissue boxes for? (besides tiny trash cans near desks, or to store folded plastic bags.)
Uses for Old Refrigerator Shelves?What could I do with old glass refrigerator shelves? I have lots of ideas for the bins.
Uses for Old Electric Kettles?I have two stainless electric jugs. I dont like to throw them away. Any idea what I can do with them? Thanks.
Reuse of Plastic Meat Trays?I've just read the hint of ways to reuse the plastic trays that raw meat come in. What is the difference between washing and reusing plastic bags that held raw meat and plastic containers that held raw meat, and why is one safe and the other not safe?
Reusing Hot Sauce Bottles?Are there any good uses for the little bottles that contain hot sauce when empty?
Uses for Expired Credit Cards and ATM Cards?What can we do with expired credit cards, ATM cards, etc.? I am interested in crafts or other uses.
Uses for Plastic Venetian Blinds?I have lots of old venetian blinds that I no longer use and really don't want to see them go to the landfill. Any ideas of things to do with these would greatly be appreciated.
Uses for Small Bits of Hand Soap?I regularly have many bits of soap left over. What can I do with these? It is so very wasteful. I need a method of using the last little bits.
Uses for Bubble Wrap?When I get packages in the mail, companies tend to use lots of bubble wrap for wrapping the item(s). So far, I have a shopping bag of it. I would hate to throw it out.
Uses for Plastic Coffee Cans?I am looking for uses for plastic coffee cans.
Ideas for Reusing Styrofoam Coolers?The hospital I work for throws a lot of Styrofoam coolers away. I hate that; what can I use them for? I now plant my outdoor plants in them, but what else?
Furniture Repurposing Ideas?Do you have any suggestions for repurposed furniture such as using a dresser as a kitchen island, drawers used as book cases, etc.?
Reusing Wine Boxes?Does any one have any ideas for reusing wine boxes? I have the 5 liter size.
Uses for Large Plastic Coffee Cans?I need some ideas for what to do with large plastic coffee cans. They are very sturdy and it seems to me there have got to be good uses for them.
Dumpster Diving Down Under?Please help me if you can. I live in Australia and I'm also new to this site. I have never heard of dumpster diving. I know I don't get out much, but this is new to me. By the way, your site is great!
Uses for Old Lipstick?Does anyone have uses for old lipsticks? I just don't want to have them fill up landfills.
Removing the Coffee Smell from Plastic Canisters?How do I get the coffee smell out of the Folders coffee canisters? I have tried baking soda and putting it in the sun for a few days, but the coffee smell always comes back. I want to use these for Christmas treats and I don't want them to smell like coffee. Please help. Thank you.
Reusing Dry Dog Food Bags?What can I do with the empty dry dog food bags?
Newspaper Recycling Book?Years ago, at our public library, I checked out a book entitled, "The Newspaper Everything Book". I believe it's now out of print and I cannot locate a copy anywhere.
Reusing Pump Bottles?I go through a lot of hand sanitizer and wanted to know what ideas are out there to reuse the pump top plastic bottle?
Reusing Snap Top Plastic Containers?What ideas are out there to reuse snap top plastic canisters like the ones you would have for a disinfectant wipe?
Reusing Plastic Coffee Cans?What are some good ideas for recycling the Folger's and Maxwell House plastic coffee cans/jugs? I use mine to keep compost in before taking out to the compost bin, but are there any other ideas?
Reusing Laundry Detergent Caps?What can you do with left over laundry detergent caps?
Reusing the Sticky Flexible Adhesive Used in Mailings?Can the sticky material used in direct mailings be reused for anything? It is the strips of sticky stuff to secure samples in a mailing.
Refurbishing Candles?How do you refurbish candles?
Uses for Contact Lens Cases?Is there anything I can do with old contact lens cases?
Reclaiming Junk Mail Paper for Use as Printer Paper?I want to use junk mail as printer paper. I was wondering if anyone has an idea of a way to fade the writing on junk mail so that I can print something else on it and be able to read it. I would prefer not to use chemicals.
Uses for Shoe Laces?I have recently acquired about 50 pairs of new shoe laces. Any ideas on what to use them for? They are brown, tan, and black.
Reusing Older Cell Phones?Why can't we use old cell phones again, even though they are a bit out of date? Is there no way to re-use them ourselves?
Repurposing New Fabric Bed Sheet Container?I bought bed sheets the other day. It was nice that they weren't wrapped in plastic. They were wrapped in a bag that is made out of the same fabric as the sheets. Any ideas how I can repurpose this bag?
Using Leftover Candle Wax?I love scented candles, however there is much more candle left. Can anyone suggest to me what I can do with the rest of the wax? I am tired of throwing away my money.
Uses for Wine Bottles and Corks?What do I do with wine bottles and corks, aside from the typical flower vase and trivet?
What is Dumpster Diving?I recently heard the term "dumpster divers". I think it has something to do with getting department store throw-aways. I'm not sure. I hope this is legal. Can anyone explain?
Uses for Used Dryer Sheets?Would everyone mind giving me some suggestions on things to use my used dryer sheets for?
Making Paper Bags from Newspaper?How do you make paper bags from newspaper?
Reusing Baby Medicine Drop Bottles?I have accumulated droppers from my son's medicines and vitamins. I don't want to throw it away. What can I do with them?
Uses for Detergent Bottle Caps?What can you use detergent bottle caps for?
Reusing Deodorant Stick Containers?I chose to make my own deodorant rather than buying them in the store. What are some ways to reuse the store bought deodorant sticks?
What Can I Make Out of Speaker Cabinets?What can I make out of speaker box cabinets? I hate throwing them away. Thanks.
Ideas for Reusing Mylar Balloons?I thought I read here about other frugal uses for Mylar balloons?
Recycling Ideas for Discarded Hotel Linens?How can we reuse discarded linen in the hotel industry?
Use for Used Fabric Softener Sheets?Is there anything I can do with used fabric softener sheets?
Uses for Clothing Rags?When clothing isn't good enough to give to a store, I tend to keep them for rags, but have more than I need. I've called animal shelters and homeless shelters, but they either have enough or only accept towels.
Using Leftover Candle Wax?I always have candle wax left in the bottom of my candle jars that does not get used. It is such a waste to toss the wax. I do save the jars. What can I do to use it? I've tried buying wicks, but it doesn't really work well.
Finding Free Furniture in Australia?Where can I find frfe Furniture?
Reusing a Mattress Pad?I use mattress pads that are no longer usable for beds to make baby changing pads, bibs, stroller blankets, etc. There are many other uses, I am sure, but I sew for our less fortunate and young girls that have had babies.
Reusing Old Curtain Fixtures?What can I do with old curtain fixtures?
Alternative to Paper Napkins?I usually buy paper towels to use as napkins, but could I do without buying them and use something I have in the home instead?
Uses for Cloth Diapers Other Than as Cleaning Cloths?How can cloth diapers be reused after your child is potty trained? We use the diaper service quality prefolds. I have more than 8 dozen diapers of various sizes so I need more clever ideas other than "use them as cleaning cloths".
Alternative Uses for Elastic Hair Bands?Just curious! I'm wanting to know of some other ways to reuse/use elastic hair bands than just using to put your hair into a ponytail. Thanks.
Alternative Uses for Dryer Sheets?What are some alternative uses for Bounce fabric sheets?
Dumpster Diving: Free Stuff?Lately, I've been hearing and reading articles on dumpster diving. It's something I'm really willing to do it since it helps reduce waste and many other reasons. The thing is where are some good places to look for food, clothes, random things, etc.?
Reusing Plastic Table Cloths?I am the president of a social organization in Port Ludllow and we hold several dinners each year for our members which range from 135 to 190. We use plastic table covers for two of the dinners because they are casual and the food is picnic like.
Finding Plastic Coffee Can Lids?I am in need of about 200 plastic coffee lids for a service project we are doing for our senior citizens in town. Color doesn't matter. They must be the small coffee can size. Must be round and flat similar to Maxwell coffee size. Not the Folger's style. Any suggestions?
Alternative Uses for Broken Bandsaw Blades?Does anyone have alternative uses for broken-at-the-weld bandsaw blades? Basically, these are 93" loops of steel and are anywhere from 1/8 to 1/2 inch wide, depending upon what kind of wood the person is cutting.
Reusing Coffee Filters in the Garden?After reading numerous posting here I've been saving coffee grounds, egg shells, veggie peels, etc. My question is how can I reuse the coffee filters? Thanks in advance.
Uses for Dog Food Bags?What are some uses for cat and dog pet food bags? I used some pet food and litter bags this week as weed blocking plastic. Do you have any other ideas for using pet food bags?
Uses for Cigarette Ash?I'm wondering if anyone has ideas of what to do with cigarette ash. My elderly mother is a heavy smoker and while I was emptying another, full, ashtray, it occurred to me that perhaps the cigarette ash itself may be useful for another purpose.
Uses for a Broken Garden Hose?How can I recycle an old garden water hose that has a hole in it? I am not interesting in trying to repair it but can I use it for something else?
Making Small Pieces of Chalk Useful?Thank you so much for sharing your ideas re: old diskettes and used papers. Another question for this week is: As teachers we always throw away smaller pieces of chalk. Do you have any idea what to do with it to make it still useful?
Uses for Used Paper?I have a lot of used paper. How can I reuse this paper?
Uses for Old Diskettes?How can I make use of old diskettes? What about broken and old cartridge?
Buying Items to Reuse the Containers?I would love to see ideas on planned leftovers, not necessary for food. For instance purchasing an item wanting the container for a further use.
Reusing Glass Candle Canisters?Is it safe to use the glass canisters which come with candles, as ramekins? This is of course, after the wax residue has been thoroughly cleaned out. Any thoughts are welcome. Thanks.
Reusing the Cardboard Backs from Children's Puzzles?Does anyone have a use for the heavy cardboard backs from kid's puzzles? Our dog chewed up a bunch of pieces from my son's puzzles, but it seems like there could be another use for the backs of them. Any ideas?
Alternative Uses for Wire Reindeer Christmas Decorations?I have two outdoor wire reindeer and the lights do not work. I do not wish to fix the lights, but would like to use them in another way. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Ideas for Reusing Spice Bottles?Does anyone have any ideas for reusing glass spice jars? Thank you.
Other Uses for a Cooker Gasket?Can anybody suggest a good use of cooker gasket, after it's no longer usable for cooking purposes?
Reusing Toilet Paper Rolls?What should I do with all the empty toilet paper rolls that I have saved? I hate to just throw them away.
Reusing Motor Oil?Has anyone tried to pour waste oil from tractors or automobiles into a newspaper log roll and let it soak in? I would think for a wood stove it would be a way to recycle oil as well. What are your thoughts? Would it burn too hot?
Reusing a Desk Fan?I have an electric desk fan that has broken well beyond repair. I was wondering if I could line the wire covers with newspapers or cloth or something (for drainage) fill them with compost, and use them for sowing mint (which is very invasive).
Uses for Old Shoes?What can I do with old tennis shoes and steel toed work boots?
