Most of us use plastic bottles as water containers on a daily basis. However, there are numerous ways to repurpose a plastic bottle.
Phone charger holder
A cool and easy DIY idea. You’ll never find your phone on the floor again.
DIY No-Sew Zipper Cases
Turn your old plastic bottles into useful and sturdy no-sew zipper cases that will help you organize your life, for almost no cost at all. You can use them to store all sorts of art and craft supplies. This is also an awesome back-to-school craft idea for kids. To make one, cut the plastic bottle, glue a zipper to it, customize the decorations and you’re done.
A “lid” for plastic bags
Say “no” to impossible knots. Use plastic bottles to seal your plastic bags.
Sponge holder
This double-bottom sponge holder keeps a sponge dry and fresh. Any water left in the sponge will leak through the holes in the upper part. It takes just a few minutes to make your own holder.
Funny pencil holder
The best way to organize your kid’s pens and pencils! You need only a couple of minutes to make it.
Soda Bottle Sprinkler
If you want to keep your outdoor plants happy but don’t have a sprinkler to water them, all you need to do is poke holes in a 2 litre plastic soft drink bottle, insert the hose into the bottle and wrap some tape to fix the hose to the opening of the bottle. Turn on the tap and the homemade sprinkler is ready to go. Learn how to make a DIY sprinkler to water your garden here.
Flowerpots
A creative flowerpot will brighten up your home. Make your own in less than 10 minutes.
Mini greenhouse
A mini greenhouse will protect young plants from cold and drought. Do you want to know how?
Piggy Bottle Bank
Not only does this simple project recycle a plastic bottle and make an adorable piggy bank, it also encourages kids to start saving and recycling from a young age. Just cut the bottle appropriately and then have fun creating these super cute designs that will look great on your shelves too. And it doesn’t necessarily have to be a pig; be creative and make all sorts of little animals!
Garden sprinkler
When your regular garden sprinkler is broken, a plastic bottle is the best way to solve the problem.
Faucet extender
A helpful way to use plastic bottles is to extend a faucet so you can reach the water without splashing it all over the sink. Another way to recycle these bottles is without much more than scissors and creativity.
Yolk separator
Separate yolks from whites like a chef.
Bottle bag
A large water bottle turned into a bag is a great way to organize small toys.
Cell phone loudspeaker
An eco-friendly loudspeaker for your phone that uses recycled materials to amplify sounds. This idea doesn’t require a ton of time and skill to accomplish.
DIY Drip Irrigator
Drip irrigation delivers moisture directly to plant roots without oversaturating the soil, which helps the plants root deeper and grow healthier since they don’t experience moisture stress. Grab some 2 litre plastic bottles, punch two holes into the caps, and hang or plant the bottles next to the plants. Fill them with water and let the plants get the slow watering they prefer.
