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Take a moment and look around your home and think about all the things that will inevitably make their way to a landfill someday. It’s probably more than we’d like to admit. But what if you could take the things you use every day and turn them into something useful, beautiful and even cool?
We all contribute to waste—it’s a part of modern life, unfortunately. But instead of tossing everything in the garbage or letting it pile up in a drawer, consider giving these everyday items a second life. It not only makes your home feel a little more personal, but you’ll also feel better knowing you’re doing something for the environment, even if it’s small scale.
Take that old coffee can, for example. Yes, the one that’s been sitting in the pantry for ages with the lid barely hanging on. Clean it out, drill a few holes at the bottom for drainage, fill with potting mix, and plant something simple. Herbs like basil, mint or parsley thrive in these repurposed cans. Or, go for a cactus or succulent that doesn’t need much attention. It’s an easy way to bring some greenery into your home and recycle at the same time.
What about your empty tissue boxes? Turn them into plastic bag dispensers. Roll up your grocery store plastic bags and stuff them in. And shoe boxes or a variety of box sizes can be upcycled as organizers in your drawers and cupboards. Bonus points if you throw on some paint or collage to make it a little more fun to look at.
Here’s a trick that’s a little more hands-on: Glue bottle caps together to make coasters. It’s a quick, easy project that you can do on a lazy Sunday. The more bottle caps, the better. And you can shape them however you want and even add cork backing for no-slip grip.
And if you’re feeling creative, grab those old magazines or newspapers and start ripping, cutting and gluing the text and photos into a collage. It’s a fantastic way to make art from your clutter. Frame it, hang it up, and watch people discover it when they visit. Call it a DIY conversation starter.
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