Reusing Glade Gel Air Freshener Containers?I was given a bunch of these Glade air fresheners as someone didn't like the smell. Normally I would buy more eco friendly air fresheners or make my own.
Finding Empty Cat Litter Buckets?I have lots of cats and am looking for empty plastic cat litter buckets. I need the kind that holds 30 to 40 pounds to reuse with cat litter that comes in a cardboard box.
Donating Ball Point Pens?My aunt, who recently passed, was a Medical Assistant in a doctor's office for a number of years. As such she has accumulated all kind of items from the drug reps who usually come to see the doctors at least once per week.
Other Uses for Key Rings?What can I use key rings for, besides holding keys, of course? I've got loads of them in every size and I can't come up with anything to do with them. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thank you.
Recycled Object To Use As a Soap Holder?I am looking for an inexpensive way to recycle something to make a soap holder or dish that will fit on the ledge of the sink and not fall off. I can't think of anything any suggestions?
Can I Reuse Cat Litter Containers for Food Storage?When the large hard plastic container of Tidy Cat litter is empty, is it safe to place food or water for humans in it?
Ideas for Using Stand from a Bird Bath?The neighbor's cat knocked the bowl off of my bird bath and broke it in two. Any ideas for the stand that is left?
Shredded Colored Paper Uses?What can I do with shredded colored paper?
Uses for Old Toothbrushes?What are some uses for old toothbrushes? I have saved all my used one for years and they have all been put through the dishwasher so they are clean. I hate to just throw them away. There must be something they can be used for besides cleaning the grout between my tiles.
Dimensions of a Plastic Coffee Can?I've been looking at the Folger's coffee container hacks, and they're great.
Removing the Bottom of a Food Can?How do I remove the bottom of a food can?
Best Paste for Refilling Glue Sticks?What paste do you recommend using? I did a google search, but I'm not sure which brand of paste would work best for this?
Uses for Costco Black Plastic Food Trays?For several years we've been Costco members. We mostly purchase food items from them, especially prepared meals sealed in vacuum bags and also packaged in sturdy black plastic trays that have no lids. I've been using the trays as desk drawer office supply holders (the trays are the right size for pens, paper clips, little note pads, etc.), but I now have accumulated way more than I need.
Getting Empty Wine Bottles?I live in the Rochester N.Y. area. Does anyone know where I can get empty wine bottles?
Uses for Pill Bottles?Any suggestions what to do with pill bottles? Crafts? Donation to organizations?
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. '
Using Coffee Grounds to Clean Shoes?Do fresh ground coffee grounds clean shoes?
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?
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.
Uses for Extra Carpet Pad?We have 4 rolls of new carpet pad left over from a project. Is there any use for it? Are there crafts it can be used for?
Repurposing an Old Pole Lamp?What can I make out of an old pole lamp?
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?
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.
Uses for Plastic Bottle Caps?Our recycling center has requested that before bringing plastic bottles, that the caps be removed. Geeze Louise, now I have a bag of caps. Does anyone have a suggestion for what can be done with them?
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.
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?
Uses for Worn Towels with Frayed Edges?Many of my smaller towels have edges that are frayed and old. What should I do with them? They are still useful, but not pretty.
Uses for Mason Jars?My favorite pasta sauce comes in a mason jar. Well, as you can imagine, I have a lot of jars. I really want to do something with at lease some of them, and would appreciate any suggestions you guys have.
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.
Uses for Maxwell House Plastic Containers?I purchase Maxwell House coffee with the handle molded in. What could I do with these?
Recycling Old Greeting Cards?Is there a source for recycling used 1958/1959 wedding and shower cards?
Getting Old Used Tires for Free?Does anyone know where I can get old used free tires, it's for a project I want to do at my school.
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.
Problems Contacting Freecycle Moderator?With so many ThriftyFun members being Freecycle members as well, I hope someone can answer this question. In the past I have had questions for the local Freecycle moderator, none were answered.
Useful Way to Recycle Multipack Bottle Handles?Many products that I buy at Costco are doubled or even tripled up using these plastic handles. Do you know of a way to recycle these to make something useful?
Recycling Trophies?Is there any place in Michigan where I can recycle about 8 trophies that are in very good condition?
Finding Free Tires?I am looking for free size 14 tires 4 lug. Any suggestions?
Reusing Toilet Paper Tubes?How can I reuse toilet roll cores?
Uses for Small Folger's Coffee Jars?I am so glad I finally found ThriftyFun again. I need your suggestions for things I can do with Folger's Instant Coffee jars. I have a lot of small ones, they are so cute. I hate to just keep collecting them in a plastic bag.
Repurposing 50 Gallon Plastic Barrels?What are some uses for 50 gallon blue plastic barrels?
Recycling Trophies?Does anyone know of a business that recycles old trophies?
Recycle Trophies?Does anyone know of a place in southern California that will take used trophies to recycle?
Storing Plastic Bags in a Tissue Box?I love the idea. Is there a secial way to fold them so that they come out of the box easier (like tissue)?
Use For Inflated Plastic Packing Material?I recently bought another computer. It shipped in a very strong inflated plastic 'pouch' about the size of a standard pillow. It is so strong, I can sit on it without it bursting.
Repurposing a Piano?I am in the process of turning an old piano into a desk. I am down to the harp. How do I get it out without destroying the frame?
Reusing Plastic Containers?Any ideas for using plastic box the MACK'S earplugs come in?
Powering Recycled DVD Player Motors?Can I do this, power a couple small motors from a DVD player using cord from rechargeable razor by connecting the wires directly without tripping the house breaker panel?
Donating Trophies?Where can I donate various trophies near Castle Rock CO?
Donating Plaques?Where in the East Brunswick, NJ area can I donate or sell plaques?
Uses for Dish and Direct TV Dishes?What are some creative uses for satellite dishes like those you get from Dish and Direct TV?
Donating Trophies?Where in the Brandon/Tampa Florida area can I donate old trophies?
Trophy Recycling in Daytona Beach?Are there any companies in Daytona Beach, Florida that recycle old well kept sports and band trophies? I have 5 large boxes that need a good home.
Free Wood Pallets?Where is a good place to get free wood pallets?
Donating Swim Team Trophies?I am affiliated with a swim team and I have tons of trophies we do not want to throw away. Can you advise? Special Olympics does not want them. I live in Houston, Texas.
Recycled Pet Food Bags?I am looking for empty pet food bags to make recycled totes in the SE part of Wisconsin. I am especially looking for large Pro Plan bags. Any suggestions?
Recycling Youth Sports Trophies?Where can I donate sports trophies in the Charlottesville, Virginia area?
Repurposing or Reusing Socks?Anyone know of ways to reuse or repurpose socks? I have a lot of men's socks not being used, so ideas or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
Alternative Uses for a Fleece Throw?I received a nice fluffy fleece throw, but it it too warm for me. How else can I use it?
Reusing Jigsaw Puzzle Boxes?I have completed several jigsaw puzzles and have glued them together to frame them. What do I do with the boxes? I really don't want to discard them.
Donating Trophies?Where in the central New Jersey area can I donate about 60 trophies that my 3 sons have received over the past 10 years or so? The majority have a baseball, basketball, or soccer figure on top.
Buying Capri Sun Pouches?I am looking to buy empty Capri Sun pouches. Does anyone know where I can do this?
Selling Soda Can Tabs?Where in New Mexico can I sell my Coke can tabs?
Repurposing a Circular Spice Rack?I have had this thing for ages, I know the spices are no longer good. What could I repurpose this as? I need to toss the spices.
Donating Pool Trophies?My belated husband was an avid pool player and I have an abundance of trophies stored away. I am looking to donate them to a charity or a pool league that might be needing trophies in order to pay out more to the players. Any suggestions?
Reusing Coffee Can Inner Seals?I have been saving these things for quite some time. I save them because they are so tough and durable. I'd like to find a good use for them. With all you members coming up with great ideas for crafts and reuse of items, I'm hoping to get a couple ideas about how to put these seals to good use.
Uses for Disposable Contact Lens Cups?Can anyone think of a use for the little plastic cups my daily disposable contact lenses come in?
Use for Crystal Light Containers?We have lots of those really nice clear plastic Crystal Light containers with a lid. There just has to be something useful to do with them. I'm counting on your help or they are all going into the recycle bin. Thank you.
Donating Used Trophies?I have several trophies I would like to donate. Is there a place where I could take them?
Donating Trophies in Canada?I am wanting to donate tropies that my daughters have earned through 4-H and local horse shows. Is there anywhere in Canada that takes the donation of trophies? I live in Southern Alberta.
Donating CD Jewel Cases?I have about 700 empty CD jewel cases left over from a software business. Do you know of anyone who can use them?
Donating Trophies?My daughter has many old girl's basketball trophies that are in good condition and I am hoping an organization can use them. I live in the Pasadena, California area.
Reusing Pringles Cans?I wondered how you can use it for school?
Donating Old Trophies?Where can I donate my old trophies, so that they can be recycled for good use?
Uses for Large Print Encyclopedias?My mom has a complete set of World Book large print dated in the 50s. What can she do with them?
Donating Race Car Trophies?Where can I donate them where they can be used as a trophy again, not end up in a recycle bin? I would be willing to drop them off.
Using Laundry Detergent Bottles For Water Jugs?Has anyone successfully removed the fragrance from liquid laundry detergent bottles so that they can be used as drinking water containers?
Donating High School Academic Trophies?We have several trophies which were packed away in our attic. These were from our childrens' high school days in the late 70s, early 80s. They do not want them, nor do we. Is there a place in the Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania area that accepts these for recycling purposes?
Donating Old Encyclopedias?We have an old set of World Book encyclopedia and Childcraft with several yearly updates. Is there anywhere we can donate them?
Finding Wine Bottles for Project?Does anyone know where I can find wine bottles, liquor bottles, Mason jars (all sizes), and wine corks? I need these items for a project.
Recycling Trophies?My husband has a lot of trophies for various sports. We're thinking of moving to another house and need to declutter. Can I recycle them?
Repurposing Worn Clothing?I am wondering what to do with some garments I have been saving that are too tired looking for my use. Are there places which repurpose or mend them to keep them out of landfills and converted to rags?
Donating Trophies and Plaques?Where can I donate used trophies and plaques in Grand Rapids Michigan?
Uses for Empty Kool Aid Canisters?I hate to throw out Kool Aid canisters with the screw on lids. Does anyone have any new ideas about things to make with them?
Reusing Soap Jelly?I have a jar full of soap jelly made from leftover toilet soap. How can I use it now?
Ideas for Reusing an Old Belt?How can I use my husband's leather belt?
Donating Old Trophies?Where in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area can I donate these? I have bowling bowls and trophies.
Other Uses for Small Rubbermaid Containers?I would like ideas for reusing for square food containers, other than food. I recently bought 8, one-half cup containers with lids from Rubbermaid. They are squares and they are way too small for food use, in my opinion.
Donating Golf Trophies?I live in Queens new York, and have many golf trophies of my husband who has since passed. Where can I donate or dispose of these trophies?
Cutting a Plastic Liter Bottle?How do I cut a liter bottle so it will hang off a spigot on a large McDonald's cooler for orange drink?
Repairing or Repurposing a Broken Coffee Table?I have a iron coffee table that I had spray painted black to match the oriental style living room we have. Unfortunately, due to some careless rough housing, I ended up falling on the glass top of the table, and broke the glass.
Donating Old Trophies?I have old swim trophies at the pool I work at and we would like to donate them. Where can we do that at?
Reusing Blankets and Comforters?I have a lot of blankets and comforters and am trying to find something to do with them that maybe my granddaughter can help with. She's 4, and very quick to learn. Any ideas would be great.
Where to Donate or Recycle Old Sports Trophies?Where can I donate or recycle my old sports trophies (swimming, basketball, softball, field hockey, etc.)? I live in northwestern Connecticut.
Uses for Plastic Peanut Butter Pretzel Containers?We love these peanut butter filled pretzels and bulk cashews. The plastic bottles are sturdy, and while we do a lot of curbside recycling, these seem like they could be reused rather than recycled. Does anyone have a suggestion for using them? It can be for a craft, storage, etc.
Repurposing a Metal Dish Drying Rack?Any tips on what a metal dish drain can be used for, say in the yard or garage?
Uses for Plastic Kitty Litter Containers?Does anyone have any ideas of what to do with emptied plastic kitty litter containers?
Donating Old Trophies?Where can I donate old trophies?
Finding Free Tires?I need 500 tires, standard sizes. I will pick them up.
Uses for Plastic Vitamin Bottles?We take lots of vitamins and minerals and have many nice plastic bottles with screw on caps. Some are dark to preserve the vitamin inside. I recycle them, but there must be some good uses for them.
Reusing Starbucks Coffee Lids?I have a lot of Starbucks coffee lids (white ones) and would like to use them to make something useable. Any suggestions are welcomed.
Reusing Metal Tea Candle Holders?Are there any uses for metal tea candle holders?
Making a Coffee Urn Drip Catcher?Do you have instructions for making a coffee urn drip catcher out of a 2 liter plastic bottle?
