How to reuse plastic containers

We all know that plastic isn't exactly eco-friendly, so if you want to do your part to protect the planet, the best course of action is to reduce the amount of plastic waste you generate. But if you happen to have a used plastic bottle lying around, your best option is to recycle it—unless you're in a particularly creative mood, in which case you can use it as the basis for a crafty DIY project.

Plastic bottles are something that most of us use every day as water containers. But there are many ways of giving a plastic bottle a second life. Don’t recycle — reuse them! Bright Side’s search yielded these 17 fantastic ideas plus one cool bonus. You’ll be shocked by the downright practicality of some of these hacks.

Don't buy tupperware: instead, use the plastic containers you already get from the store.

If you aren't making lemonade in a near-empty honey jar then you're really missing out.

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Ever wonder what to do with random plastic containers once they're empty? How about clever ways to reuse them?! Check out these upcycle ideas to reuse empty containers around your house. Get inspired to put your empty plastic containers to good use.

This idea may not be most gorgeous and exquisite, but very useful! I usually buy a 3-liter soap can, which I divide to pump bottles.It is not nice to throw them…

Use contact paper to cover small containers, so cute!

Don't throw away that yogurt container! You're totally going to want to save it after seeing this.

Made from kitty litter buckets

Milk Jug Lunchbox Lunch Box Container

Earth Day Craft for Kids | Easy DIY idea to reuse and "upcycle" plastic containers like yogurt or k-cups. Great activity for toddlers, preschoolers or elementary. #earthday

Under the kitchen sink organization reusing juice containers.

One kitchen “trash” item with multiple uses is the versatile plastic container. They’re oh-so-convenient to pull out whenever you need them. In fact, they’re one of the few items I’m OK with collecting even without a specific use. To jumpstart your creativity,we got seven smart ways to repurpose those endless plastic containers. Take a look! #reuse #recycle #sustainable #reusabletips #sustainabilitytips

Here are six different DIY plastic bag holder ideas you can use for your grocery bags, using things you most likely already have in your house right now.