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Uses for Old Bangle Bracelets

Uses for Old Bangle BraceletsI've used old bangle bracelets (plastic and the types that clip) for many uses. It seems these bracelets wind up being given away by many who don't seem to wear them anymore.

 

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Shredded Colored Paper Uses?What can I do with shredded colored paper?

 

A political sign being used as a knee pad in a garage.

Political Signs Make Great Knee PadsPolitical signs make great knee pads!! Let's get them off the roadsides and keep them out of the landfills. Thirty days after election day, they become litter.

 

A recycled ICEE package frozen with water inside.

Ice Water To GoEverywhere I look, I see people sipping water from a plastic bottle. I don't think they're that thirsty or hot. I think they're just trying to stay hydrated. I suppose that's a good thing.

 

The completed railing next to stairs.

Upcycle Above Ground Pool Post into RailingDo you have an old above ground pool you're taking down? Or see someone tossing theirs out? Keep the posts! Here's an idea you could do with them for inexpensive - made this railing for garden.

 

Two bowls with lids and two spray bottles.

Recycling Plastic Lids And Small Spray BottlesI'm always looking for ways to recycle and have found that some plastic lids like a coffee can lid or a raisin lid will fit over some bowls. I also save small spray bottles, which work well to put hair spray, cleaner, or other liquids in when traveling.

 

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Uses for Plastic Coffee ContainersI give used plastic coffee containers to new mothers and dads. They can use the coffee containers for holding clean diapers and another can for soiled diapers. This is very helpful when traveling, visiting, etc. The containers can also carry pacifiers, wipies, onsies, etc. Just put them in a small basket with labels on them. This saves a lot of space when visiting and or traveling.

 

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Recycling Ideas for Linens and BeddingHow can we reuse discarded linen in the hotel industry?

 

A recycled vinegar bottle used as a vase with sweet peas

Recycled Vinegar Bottle as VaseMore and more foods seem to come in plastic containers or wrapping, but I noticed that our recently empty vinegar bottle was a lovely shape and made out of glass.

 

A headband being used as a rubber band around an open bag of potting mix.

Using Sturdy Head Bands Instead of Rubber BandsI can't afford good rubber bands. And if I had a nickel for every time the ones I had broke just when I needed them . . .

 

Reuse Coffee Cups

Reuse Paper Coffee CupsI like going out to coffeeshops as much as the next person, and I am not always able to bring my great reusable coffee tumbler, but I don't worry, because I often reuse the paper cup, too.

 

A basket full of frozen juice containers filled with water.

Juice Containers to Fill Empty Freezer SpaceWe drink cranberry juice. To fill in the empty spaces and build up the bottom of our chest freezer, I freeze water in the 64 ounce cranberry juice containers. They lay flat and fit perfectly between the dividers. This helps to keep the freezer full.

 

A plastic grocery bag.

Reusing Plastic Grocery Bags for GarbagePlastic shopping bags can be reused for lining garbage cans. This will save you money and allow you to easily recycle those bags.

 

DIY Paper Towel Sheet Saver Using a Tissue Box

DIY Paper Towel Sheet Saver Using a Tissue BoxRegular size paper towel sheets can be cut in half and dispensed from an empty tissue box. The box can even be made to fit on your existing paper towel holder. Many clean up jobs can easily be done with the smaller sheet.

 

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A bag of cereal removed from its box.

Reusing Inner Lining from Cereal or CrackersThe inner lining found in many cereal and cracker boxes can be put to a wide variety of second uses, from crafts to food prep and storage. This page contains a selection of excellent ideas for reusing these liners.

 

A tissue holder upside down to hold flowers.

Reusing a Tissue HolderTurn a plastic canvas tissue box holder into a pretty floral display. Yet another example of repurposing as an inexpensive decorating technique.

 

Repurpose Spent Water Filter Cartridges - charcoal from a water filter in an aluminum baking pan

Repurpose Charcoal from Spent Water Filter CartridgesThis page offers some good suggestions of repurposing the charcoal from your water filter cartridges. One way to use it is to add to your cat's litterbox.

 

A flower growing through the fence.

From Freezer's Floor to Garden's DoorTransform wooden freezer floor grates into an integral part of your garden. They make excellent fencing and trellises. Learn how with this step by step tutorial.

 

Two older people exchanging books.

Hosting a Book Exchange PartyHost a book exchange party for neighbors, friends, and family. It is a fun way to trade used books for ones you have not read. Some suggestions for planning a book exchange party are found on this page.

 

A caddy made from recycled Maxwell House coffee containers.

Recycled Maxwell House Coffee CaddyWith a handful of binder clips and some empty Maxwell House coffee containers you can make yourself this handy caddy.

 

Refurbishing a Fire Pit

Refurbishing a Fire PitSome crafters really enjoy refurbishing other folks' trash or freebies and giving them new life. This page shows you how to refurbish a discarded fire pit and make it into a glass topped table.

 

A sun shade on a car's windshield.

Uses For Windshield Sun ShadesThe sunshades designed to be used inside your vehicle can also be drafted for use in other situations. This page contains some interesting alternative uses for windshield sun shades.

 

A collection of empty recycled plastic bottles.

Reusing Plastic BottlesSo many products are packaged in plastic bottles. Finding creative and practical ways to reuse them is a good practice and a way to reduce plastic pollution. This page contains some ideas for reusing plastic bottles.

 

A pile of white PVC pipes, intended for plumbing.

DIY Projects Using PVC PipeSo many things can be made from PVC pipes. From a beach wheelchair to a garden tunnel for climbing plants, this page is full of ideas to try.

 

Aluminum foil to replace a lost bottlecap.

Replacing a Missing Cap or LidIt is frustrating when a container's lid goes missing. Often lids and caps from other containers will fit.

 

A roll of paper towels.

Reusing Paper Towels and NapkinsIf you are not ready to quit using paper towels, one way to reduce waste is to consider reusing ones that have been used perhaps to wipe up water or dry your hands. Relatively clean ones are perfect for a spill on the floor or other messier jobs. Remember reduce, reuse, and recycle.

 

Uses for Old Plastic Inhaler Dispensers - atop bamboo

Uses for Old Plastic Inhaler Dispensers?Does anyone have uses for old plastic inhaler dispensers. I use them on top of my bamboo canes as a safety measure to protect my eyes from being poked when I'm gardening. I've been prodded a few times! But not any more. '

 

Repurposing Yogurt Container for Bow/Headband Storage - headbands wrapped around contains

Repurposing Yogurt Container for Bow/Headband StorageYogurt containers are versatile and plentiful storage containers. They can easily be used to stage things like hair ties and bows.

 

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Using Coffee Grounds to Clean Shoes?Do fresh ground coffee grounds clean shoes?

 

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A plastic soda bottle being used as a funnel.

Make a Funnel from a Plastic BottleIt's easy to make a makeshift funnel from any recycled plastic bottle. Select a bottle with an opening the proper size for easier use.

 

An empty bag from food packaging.

Reusing Cereal Liners in the KitchenThe wax bags that line a cereal box can be reused to keep food fresh, or even as mini trash bags. They make excellent freezer bags.

 

Non-Slip Drawer Liners for Opening Stuck Jar Lids - large rectangle of liner

Use Drawer and Shelf Liner to Open JarsNon slip liners for shelves and drawers can be used to help open tough lids on jars. It's a great way to repurpose the last of the roll.

 

Garden Uses for an Empty Pool Filter - black plastic drum

Garden Uses for an Empty Pool Filter?I have this empty pool filter and I want to turn it into something in my garden. Any ideas?

 

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Finding Old Free Used Tires?I am looking for free used 235/75/R 15 tires. Does anyone know where I can get some? I will pick them up in Phoenix.

 

A plastic bottle top placed over the speaker on a phone.

Recycled Plastic Bottle Phone SpeakerInside listening can easily be enhanced a bit by recycling a plastic bottle into a speaker to amplify the music coming from your cell phone.

 

Hang Plastic Food Containers on Fridge Shelf

Uses for Sara Lee Lunch Meat ContainersReusable plastic containers are often found with cold cuts and ready made foods at the grocery store. Save them and use them for leftovers or storage later.

 

Recycled Lanterns As Planters - planted pots on garden table

Using Recycled Lanterns As PlantersRepurpose lantern frames with plants to hang or place on your patio or porch. This is a page about using recycled lanterns as planters.

 

Recycled Photophore

How to Make a Recycled PhotophoreSolid gel air fresheners usually have a nice floral or geometrical pattern under the plastic film. Once it has dried out, you can add a LED votive candle to make a small light. This is a page about how to make a recycled photophore.

 

Drinking Straw as Small Travel Containers - straws containing toothpaste, conditioner, and shampoo

Using Drinking Straw as Small Travel ContainersRepurpose a fat straw as containers for shampoo, lotions, etc. so you can travel with small amounts of your favorites. This is a page about using drinking straw as small travel containers.

 

Closeup to prescription bottles.

Prescription Bottle Auto Air FreshenerA great way to reuse your prescription bottles is as a car air freshener. You can drill holes in the lid and put some scented oil on cotton balls inside it. This is a page about prescription bottle auto air freshener.

 

A collection of labeled prescription bottles

Removing Prescription Bottle LabelsPrescription bottles are handy to use for storing small items but it is desirable to remove the labels first. This is a page about removing prescription bottle labels.

 

A collection of spices on a glass tray, used in a microwave.

Microwave Glass Tray as DIY Lazy SusanRepurpose the plate and revolving stand from a non-working microwave to make a lazy Susan for condiments, or other things. This is a page about using a microwave glass tray as DIY lazy Susan.

 

A glue stick that has been refilled with glue.

Refilling Empty Glue SticksDon't throw away those empty convenient glue sticks. They can be refilled with homemade or tube glue. This is a page about refilling empty glue sticks.

 

Tabs from pop or other aluminum drink cans.

Uses for Pop TabsThe aluminum tabs from soda cans have many uses, from securing lightweight wall hangings to increasing wardrobe space in your closet. This page contains a variety of ways you can reuse these pull tabs.

 

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Repurposing an Old Pole Lamp?What can I make out of an old pole lamp?

 

Use Lipstick Cap as Thimble - clear plastic cap over finger

Use a Lipstick Cap as a ThimbleThe plastic caps from lipstick tubes and other small round containers can be repurposed in a number of ways. This page suggests using a lipstick cap as a thimble.

 

A plant tray being reused for coffee mugs and glassware.

Use Plant Trays to Store Mugs and GlasswareThe trays that potted plants are delivered to retailers in, are often available for free. They can be reused to store breakable cups and glasses. This page is about using plant trays to store mugs and glassware.

 

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Removing VHS Tapes from Their Cases?I wanted to do a project using the ribbon film from my old VHS tapes, the only problem is that there are around 100 tapes. Does anyone know a fast way to get the ribbon out?

 

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Using a Broken Refrigerator to Store Dishes and Flatware?Our refrigerator just broke a few days ago and I was told it can't be repaired anymore. I don't want to just throw it away so I'm thinking of making it a dish cabinet where I can put all our plates, glasses, spoons, forks, and other utensils.

 

An old makeup case with bandages.

Reusing Makeup CasesDon't toss that eye shadow or foundation case. Rather remove the tray if possible or clean out the makeup residue and you may find that this little case can hold a variety of small items. This is a page about reusing makeup cases.

 

Mardi Gras beads and mask

Uses for Mardi Gras BeadsMardi Gras is a traditional pre-lent celebration held in New Orleans and other locations. The fun has spread to other areas with the characteristic "throws" or beads easily obtained. This is a page about uses for Mardi gras beads.

 

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Uses for Deer Skin Shammies?I came across an interesting find in my deceased father's garage the other day, a bunch of deerskin "shammies!" There were several of them. I washed them as they had car grease stains on them, but they were in excellent condition, and hung them out to dry.

 

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Donating Empty Shoe Boxes?We are a small indie footwear brand based in NYC. Our brand is called Triesti. We have around 200 or so empty shoe boxes and would like to donate them. Any ideas who takes these kind of donations?

 

A boot, wheelbarrow and thimble Monopoly pieces.

Uses for Monopoly Game Pieces and MoneyDiscontinued Monopoly pieces may be collectable with time. The pieces and money in the game can be used for fun things and even crafts. This is a page about uses for monopoly game pieces and money.

 

Styrofoam Ice Chest

Uses for Small Styrofoam Ice ChestsThis manmade material lasts forever. There are a number of ways to use these containers for crafts and even making furniture. This is a page about uses for small styrofoam ice chests.

 

Aluminum Foil Box.

Uses for Plastic Wrap and Aluminum Foil BoxesAvid recyclers try to find a use for most everything that comes through their home. These boxes with their serrated metal cutting strip removed can be used for storage, packaging, as organizers, in crafts, and more. The metal strip itself also has many reuse capabilities listed in this page.

 

Pouring milk from a bag of milk in a pitcher.

Uses for Milk BagsMilk bag can be used for a variety of things after being cleaned out. This is a page about uses for milk bags.

 

Caulk gun on wood floor.

Uses for Empty Caulk TubesThis is a page about uses for empty caulk tubes. These durable cardboard tubes make a great substitute for toilet paper tubes in crafts. Do you have any other uses to share with our users?

 

Plastic bread clips

Guitar Picks from Repurposed ItemsYou can use plastic bread closures and cut up old plastic library and store cards to make your own custom guitar picks. This is a page about guitar picks from repurposed items.

 

Orange juice in a carafe.

Reusing Wine Carafes as PitchersSome wine bottles can be reused as juice containers and pitchers. This is a page about reusing wine carafes as pitchers.

 

Gloved hand with spray bottle.

Reusing Spray BottlesThere are many kinds of spray containers that can be repurposed for other liquids and many different uses. This is a page about reusing spray bottles.

 

Electric Toothbrush heads

Use for Electric ToothbrushesThis is a page about uses for electric toothbrushes. Even after the brush head is spent and ready to be replaced you can use them for cleaning small areas. An inexpensive brush is a great alternative to a pricey facial scrubber.

 

Hand using cloth towel to clean a wooden table

Alternatives to Paper TowelsPaper towels can be costly and feel wasteful as they can only be used once. Keep the paper out of the landfill by investing in an alternative. This page contains alternatives to paper towels.

 

Sample Scrapbook Pages

Sample Scrapbook PagesI take old papers, junk mail, leftover spiral notebook papers, and magazines and use them to create art journals, or writing journals.

 

Pair of pantyhose hanging with a white background.

Recycle Pantyhose and Avoid Panty LinesEven if you get a run, pantyhose and tights can still be used as undergarments. This page suggests ways to recycle pantyhose and avoid panty lines.

 

Person sewing a piece of fabric on a sewing machine.

Homemade Sanitary PadsUsing reusable cloth menstrual pads instead of disposable ones is better for the environment and your pocketbook. This is a page about homemade sanitary pads.

 

Glass pot lid on white background.

Uses for Cookware LidsSaving the old lids from cookware that you are getting rid of can be a good idea. Many skillets do not come with a lid or a new set may not have lids for all of the pots and pans included. And of course they can be used as cymbals by the kids!

 

A recycled oven rack being used as a drying rack.

Uses for Oven RacksOld racks from your oven or toaster oven can find new purpose as a drying rack or a cooling rack for baked goods or baking dishes. This is a page about uses for oven racks.

 

Crumpled piece of Aluminum Foil.

Reusing Aluminum FoilFoil can often be reused by cleaning with baking soda and water. Depending on the quality and thickness of the foil you may be able to get multiple uses from a piece. This is a page about reusing aluminum foil.

 

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Ideas for Reusing Old Pewter Goblets?I have an old set of pewter goblets in not-so-good condition. Can anyone think of other uses for them besides the intended use? I'm not opposed to letting them live outside.

 

An air cushion as you would use for mailing items.

Air Cushion Packaging as a Bath PillowThis is a page about using air cushion packaging as a bath pillow. Next time you get air cushion packaging, don't throw it away. It makes a great waterproof bath pillow.

 

Plastic milk jug

Reusing Plastic JugsPlastic jugs of all shapes and sizes can be reused for storage and craft projects. This is a page about reusing plastic jugs.

 

Batteries

Battery Basics - Reduce, Recharge and Recycle!Batteries are used in electronic products we use every day. Being a responsible battery user can help maximize usage, as well as, reduce waste and pollution. This is a page about battery basics!

 

Soda Tabs

Use Soda Tabs to Hang ItemsThe aluminum tabs from soda cans can be used to hang lightweight wall hangings. A great recycling idea. This is a page about using soda tab tops to hang items.

 

White Styrofoam Packing Peanuts

Bag Styrofoam Packing Peanuts Upon ArrivalStyrofoam peanuts are not degradable and linger in the environment indefinitely as a pollutant. However, they can be reused by small packing businesses and even in the bottom of a large flower pot. This is a page about bag Styrofoam packing peanuts upon arrival.

 

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Uses for a Broken Crock Pot?The pot is worthless to cook with, but that huge nice pot is too good to trash. What would you do with it? I am not in any way a hoarder, but that pot seems to have life left.

 

Metal Bottle Caps

Uses for Metal Bottle CapsThis page contains uses for metal bottle caps. Metal bottle caps can be used as small tools, such as a strawberry huller. They also have countless crafting uses too.

 

A replacement lid for a mini crockpot from a plastic bowl.

Replacement Lid for a Mini CrockpotI purchased a little crock pot the other day for $2.00. It didn't have a lid, which might be why they gave it away. Searching online for a lid was silly, as the lid alone was 10.00 plus s/h. Yeah NO!

 

A drinking straw being used to fix a broken plastic hangar.

Fix A Broken Hanger With A StrawI hate when my plastic hangers break. I saw a tip in a magazine to fix them with a straw. Hot glue a piece of straw on both broken ends. The straw should fit right on the hanger.

 

Mini Greenhouse From Soda Bottles

How to Make a Mini Greenhouse from a Soda BottleClear plastic beverage bottles can be repurposed to create a controlled environment for seedlings and root cuttings. This is a page about how to make a mini greenhouse from a soda bottle.

 

How to Reuse a Plastic Shoe Rack - holding large skeins of yarn

How to Reuse a Plastic Shoe RackI found this in the free zone yesterday. I thought it was cool for other things than shoes, since I own 3 pair!

 

An umbrella breaking in the wind.

Uses for a Broken UmbrellaIf you have a broke umbrella it may still be useful for crafts or decoration. This is a page about uses for a broken umbrella.

 

Wine Bottles

Uses for Wine BottlesWine bottles can be used for decorating and craft projects of all kinds. This is a page about uses for wine bottles.

 

A label removed from a glass jar, next to the jar and a hair dryer.

Use a Hair Dryer for Removing Jar LabelsSome adhesives used to glue labels to bottles are heat sensitive. Warming the label up with a hair dryer may help you remove labels attached with this type of glue. This is a page about use a hair dryer for removing jar labels.

 

Using a cleaning rag to shine a wood boat.

Make Your Own Cleaning Rags from Old ClothingOld clothing can often be repurposed. One easy way is to cut the cloth into small rags. This is a page about make your own cleaning rags from old clothing.

 

A pink cleaning rag.

Use Rags Instead of Paper TowelsWhile incredibly handy, paper towels are wasteful. Pretty much every task that a paper towel can be used for, a cloth rag can do the same job without having to be thrown away. This is a page about use rags instead of paper towels.

 

Mailing Box

Removing Labels from Mailing BoxesBy thoroughly removing the labels on shipping boxes they can be easy reused, saving money and resources. This is a page about removing labels from mailing boxes.

 

A collection of sports trophies.

Uses for Old TrophiesOld trophies are often collectible and parts of old trophies can make great additions to craft projects. This is a page about uses for old trophies.

 

Contact Lens Case as Earbud Headphones Case

Using Contact Lens Case as Earbud Headphones CaseEarbuds are often small enough to fit in very tiny containers, even a contact lens case. This is a page about using contact lens case as earbud headphones case.

 

The cardboard cores from paper towel rolls.

Uses for Paper Towel RollsPaper towel rolls can be saved up and used for all sorts of fun craft projects. This is a page about uses for paper towel rolls.

 

Folded Bed Sheets

Using Bed Sheets as TableclothsBed sheets can be repurposed into a multitude of things, even tablecloths. This is a page about using bed sheets as tablecloths.

 

Honey Bears

Reusing Honey Bear ContainersThose cute little bear shaped honey containers beg to be reused for crafts and other foods. This is a page about reusing honey bear containers.

 

Canning Lids

Uses for Used Canning LidsOnce used for canning, lids can not be used again, but they have lots of alternative uses. This is a page about uses for used canning lids.

 

clawfoot bathtub pond

Making a Bathtub Water PondThis is an interesting way to reuse an old tub and make a large water feature and bird bath for your yard. This is a page about making a bathtub water pond.

 

A stopper that fits the pour spout of a water kettle.

Stopper for Missing Cap to KettleThis might never apply to you but it sure has helped me. I found a free tea kettle in our donation station. But, it's handle was damaged and the stopper with the little hole in it was missing. You think that is why they gave it away?

 

A baby powder bottle with talcum powder on a blue background.

Uses for Baby Powder BottlesBaby powder bottles can be used for crafts or storage after they are empty. This is a page about uses for baby powder bottles.

 

A pair of old boots on a white background.

Uses for Old BootsThis is a page about uses for old boots. There are a variety of creative ways to keep old boots out of the landfill.

 

Using a sewing machine to sew using a tablecloth as fabric.

Using Tablecloths for FabricYou can often get tablecloths at yard sales and thrift stores inexpensively. Even if they are worn or stained there is often some salvageable fabric to be gotten from them for other projects. This is a page about using tablecloths for fabric.

 

Ceramic
Crockpot Liner

Uses for Ceramic Crockpot Liners?There are many suggestions on this page for ways to use the ceramic liner from ad old defunct crockpot. This is a page about uses for ceramic crockpot liners.

 

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