How can I use plastic containers?
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I have several plastic container, I don't want to throw away. Is there something creative I can do with them? They are 8 1\2"ht and 5 1\2" diameter the top is a lid.
There are some cute ideas here on Hometalk https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=upcycle%20plastic%20containers
Use them to mold Quikrete around them. You can make Candle Holders, Pipes, Small Flowerpots and other Outdoorsy objects.
Cover with white glue and twine, and use as storage jars.
Soak the labels off. Clean the inside. Use for storage small items in the garage, kitchen, pantry,ETC.
Remove labels. Spray paint with a good quality brand to work with your decor. Add a label so you know what’s inside!
I hope you meant recycle but I get the idea. Here are a few...hundred ideas for you to consider. Hope that helps.
https://www.google.com/search?q=what+to+do+with+empty+whey+powder+containers&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjjqO-k9ovgAhUIslQKHVtGCbEQ_AUIDygC&biw=1209&bih=525
I use them as a mold for epoxy clocks!
Perfect for a birdhouse. Use wood for roof. Dowel for under container. After bird has made its house, throw away in fall.
Addendum see photo at coffee can diy birdhouse
The easiest way to remove lables is Avon Skin So Soft. It breaks down the glue under the lable.
I have used pieces of masking tape to cover containers and put the paste shoe polish on the tape to make it look like leather. If it is a screw on lid, you can do the lid, too. Bottles look real good that way, too.
Store misc. nuts and bolts in the garage.
I've used one to hold my brown-paper compost bag.
I use a few of them to hold dog food. And when I go on a vacation and the dog goes to someone else's house, I put her name and feeding amounts on masking tape on each container.
I also use them for leftover household paint because they open and close easier than regular paint cans. And I can transfer the label too.
I was thinking of doing a project like this , and have not given it much thought until now. I wonder if decorative contact paper would do the job. Probably so, if whatever is covered never gets wet.
Thanks for your responses! Y'all have given me great ideas, I haven't decided which idea but trust me I will post when I'm done!