Introduction:
Don’t toss out your empty plastic milk jugs just yet! These durable, versatile containers can be repurposed in surprisingly useful ways around your home and garden. Not only do you reduce waste, but you also save money by transforming trash into practical tools and organizers. Here are 10 creative hacks to breathe new life into your old jugs.
Ingredients (Materials Needed):
Empty, rinsed plastic milk jugs
Scissors or utility knife
Permanent marker
Hole punch
Rope or twine
Paint or labels (optional)
Soil, seeds, water (for gardening hacks)
Instructions:
Watering Can: Poke holes in the cap of a clean jug to make a simple watering can.
Storage Scoop: Cut diagonally from the side of the jug to create a scoop for pet food, fertilizer, or sand.
Planter: Cut the top off and fill with soil to use as a mini planter for herbs or flowers.
Bird Feeder: Cut windows into the sides, add perches, and fill with birdseed. Hang from a tree.
Freezer Block: Fill with water and freeze for use in coolers or emergency water supply.
Paint Tray: Slice the jug in half vertically to create a handy disposable paint tray.
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