Challenge: Find a way to repurpose an item you would normally throw out.
Why: Repurposing is good for the wallet as well as the environment. Reusing items cuts down on waste, unnecessary purchases, and ensures that everything is used to its full potential.
How: This is something I struggle with. I have a hard time thinking creatively to begin with, let alone thinking so far outside of the box as to come up with additional uses for items that I have been led to believe have only one purpose. I had to really think to do this challenge, which made it a real challenge for me. Here is what I came up with.
Fabric Softener Sheets for Freshness
Toothbrush for Lint
After a good teeth cleaning at the dentist, I received a new toothbrush. My previous toothbrush wasn't really worn out yet, but that is obviously something you can't give away. Luckily I remembered the mug of toothbrushes my mother always kept in the laundry room. They are the easiest tool for removing lint from the dryer lint screen, cleaning off my reusable dusting mitt and dry mop pad (as seen here) between washes or scrubbing in stain remover on clothing.
Cards into Gift Tags
I never save cards. I am not sentimental and rarely have emotional attachments to objects. That is why I decided to cut up the Christmas cards I received last year to make gift tags for the presents I am giving away this year. They're cute, festive, and good for the environment.
Anther two ideas I have mentioned in earlier posts are saving emptied jars to use for food storage and using newspaper as gift wrap.
What items have you repurposed?
Great post Grace!
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