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Turning Trash Into Treasure

4/11/2025

 
Before you throw something away, take a second look—could it have a second life? Recycling is important, but reusing and repurposing items can be even better for the environment. This week, challenge yourself and your family to turn an everyday household item into something new and useful.
Every year, millions of tons of waste ends up in landfills, taking up space and time to break down. When we find creative ways to reuse materials, we reduce waste, save resources, and learn the value of sustainability. Plus, making something new out of something old is a great way to get creative!

Here are a few easy and fun ideas:

Milk Carton Bird Feeder
Cut an opening in an empty carton, add birdseed, and hang it outside. Observe which birds come by for a snack.


Toilet Paper Roll Seed Starters
Fill empty toilet paper rolls with soil and plant seeds to start a mini garden. Spring is the perfect time for starting seeds!


T-Shirt Tote Bag
Turn an old t-shirt into a reusable shopping bag with just a few cuts and knots—no sewing needed. This super easy visual tutorial is really helpful at getting you started.


Recycling is great, but reusing is even better. What will you create this week?

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