If you've always had plastic milk jugs in your house, you probably already know one or two repurposing ideas for them. But there are so many clever uses for empty plastic milk jugs!
Getting rid of your plastic bottles? Don't just throw them away! Here's a list of DIY ideas to reuse, recycle & repurpose plastic bottles!
The plastic in milk jugs is very sturdy, making them useful for a variety of purposes, especially in the garden. Here are seven ideas.
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If you've always had plastic milk jugs in your house, you probably already know one or two repurposing ideas for them. But there are so many clever uses for empty plastic milk jugs!
Plastic Smithing: How to Make Your Own HDPE Plastic Anything (DIY Plastic Lumber): How to make really good hard plastic while reusing and recycling plastic bags at home! Via this method, you can make ANYTHING you want to, out of hard, lightweight, real plastic that's astoundingly durable. It comes out very similar in texture to re…
We’re always looking for cheap or-- better yet-- free materials to craft with here, so we’ve played around with crafting all sorts of things out of those big plastic gallon milk jugs over the last couple of years. The type of plastic they are made from is pretty versatile as far as crafting goes. We have two crafts here to show you.
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Introducing our Zero Waste Ultimate Cleaning Kit, your all-in-one solution for eco-friendly and effective cleaning! Say goodbye to single-use plastic and harmful chemicals with this carefully curated selection of sustainable cleaning essentials. This kit includes: Unscented Laundry Detergent Sheets: Skip the bulky plastic jugs and switch to our convenient, mess-free laundry detergent sheets. Made with plant-based ingredients, these sheets are gentle on your clothes and the planet. Each pack contains 30 full perforated sheets and will wash up to 60 loads of laundry. Laundry Stain Remover Stick: Tough stains are no match for our all-natural stain remover stick. Simply apply directly to stains before washing for powerful, chemical-free stain removal. Sisal Kitchen Brush: Keep your kitchen sparkling clean with our sustainable sisal kitchen brush. Perfect for scrubbing pots, pans, and dishes, this plastic-free brush is both eco-friendly and effective. When you're ready for new bristles, buy a refill head and keep the handle for longer! Double Layer Loofah Sponge: Say hello to your new favorite cleaning companion! Made from natural loofah, this dual-sided sponge is ideal for tackling tough messes on dishes, countertops, and more. Peppermint Castile Soap: Our plastic-free peppermint castile soap is a versatile cleaning powerhouse. A truly all-in-one natural soap that can be used to clean just about anything! Use as a dish soap, hand soap, body wash, shampoo, veggie wash, pet shampoo, floor cleaner, laundry detergent, and more! Made with simple, clean, and non-toxic ingredients, which is why it can be used on your both your skin and body or for household cleaning. Comes with recipe card to get you started. Packaging: Minimal kraft paper packaging, castile soap is in an aluminum bottle, and all will be wrapped in kraft paper for protection during shipping. With our Zero Waste Ultimate Cleaning Kit, you can clean with confidence, knowing that you're making a positive impact on the planet and reducing both plastic waste and harsh chemicals.
This super simple hack of an old milk jug is perfect for a new gardener that hasn't gone out and bought a $20 watering can yet. Just upcycle your old plastic milk jug by heating up a needle and poking holes in the lid so water can flow through. I love it! This tutorial comes from Astra of A Journey to a Dream.
Plastic jugs can be easily upcycled into pretty gift boxes. The fold at the top makes a very subtle four-petal flower motif. Reuse as many times as you'd like! When you don't need it anymore, remove the ribbon and throw the plastic in the recycling bin.
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Plastic milk jugs make a good starting place for many creative craft projects. This is a guide about crafts using milk jugs.
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If you've been following along, you'll know how much I love to repurpose and take recycling one step further than the bin by making ...
