Tuesday, July 8, 2008

Top 10 Tips : Reusing Chinese/Japanese Takeout Containers


  • Reuse As Tupperware - The most obvious way to recycle the containers is to reuse them as they came - for food. Their sizes make them great for storing and freezing leftovers. They can also be used to carry lunch.
  • Give Your Pet Some Water - If you and your dog go for long walks, take a pint-sized container with you and fill it with water along the route. The size makes it easy for the dog to lap up water without spilling it everywhere.
  • Organize Small Items - From buttons to bolts and toys to hair ties, the containers are the perfect size for organizing and sorting through small items. As an added bonus, they stack well, so they can help declutter your shelves.
  • Plant Some Seeds - The containers make great starting pots for your plants. Just poke a few holes in the bottom for drainage, and then you can easily transplant the seedling into a bigger pot or the ground.
  • Water Your Plants - The quart-sized containers work well when you have to water plants. If you have special plant food, you can also store them in the containers - just make sure to mark them!
  • Store Beauty Concoctions - Make your own beauty concoctions, like body scrubs and lotions, and store them in the containers. You can easily take them into the shower or bath without worrying about ruining the packaging.
  • Store Mixed Latex Paint - If you’ve mixed a batch of latex paint, store the excess in the containers. Since they’re clear, you can easily see what colors they are. And while you’re painting, you can use the containers filled with water to rinse off the brush.
  • Use For Crafts - Besides storing craft items, you can make different items out of the container. For instance, you can decorate it and make a pretty pencil holder, or fill it with beans and make a musical shaker. The containers will also keep paint fresh and clay moist.
  • Manage A Ball Of Yarn - If you have a ball of yarn, poke a hole in the container’s lid and string the yarn through the hole. Make sure the hole is big enough that the yarn will not snag. Then store the yarn in the container, cover it, and you’re able to knit or crochet tangle-free.
  • Make An Office Basketball Net - Cut out the bottom, remove the lid, and hang from your cubicle or office wall. Toss a ball of scrap paper through the hoop.


Source: http://www.tipdiva.com/

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