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Don’t Throw Away Used Toilet Paper Rolls! Superb Recycling Craft Ideas – DIY (Page 2 ) | July 31, 2024

2. Create Seed Starters

What You’ll Need:

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  • Empty toilet paper rolls
  • Potting soil
  • Seeds

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Rolls: Cut each roll in half to make shorter tubes.
  2. Fill with Soil: Stand the rolls upright on a tray and fill them with potting soil.
  3. Plant Seeds: Plant your seeds according to the packet instructions. Water them and place them in a sunny spot. When the seedlings are ready, you can plant the entire roll in the ground, as the cardboard will decompose.

3. Make a Bird Feeder

What You’ll Need:

  • Empty toilet paper rolls
  • Peanut butter or honey
  • Birdseed
  • String (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Spread Peanut Butter: Coat the outside of the roll with peanut butter or honey.
  2. Roll in Birdseed: Roll the coated tube in birdseed until it’s fully covered.
  3. Hang or Place: You can hang the bird feeder with a string or simply slide it over a tree branch. Watch the birds enjoy their treat!

4. Craft a Desk Organizer

What You’ll Need:

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  • Several empty toilet paper rolls
  • Glue
  • A sturdy base (like a piece of cardboard)
  • Paint or decorative paper (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Arrange Rolls: Arrange the toilet paper rolls in a pattern on the sturdy base. You can use different heights for variety.
  2. Glue in Place: Glue the rolls together and to the base.
  3. Decorate: Paint or cover the rolls with decorative paper for a personalized touch.
  4. Organize: Use your new organizer to hold pens, pencils, and other desk supplies.

5. Make Napkin Rings

What You’ll Need:

  • Empty toilet paper rolls
  • Scissors
  • Paint or decorative paper
  • Glue

Instructions:

  1. Cut the Rolls: Cut the rolls into rings about 1-2 inches wide.
  2. Decorate: Paint the rings or cover them with decorative paper.
  3. Use as Napkin Rings: Slip your napkins through the rings for a charming table setting.

Conclusion

Don’t throw away those used toilet paper rolls! With a bit of creativity, you can transform them into useful and fun crafts. These recycling ideas are not only eco-friendly but also a great way to add a personal touch to your home. Enjoy making these simple DIY projects and feel good about reducing waste!

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