Finding inventive new uses for traditionally un-unusable products can be a tricky feat — but an incredibly rewarding one as well. And in addition to regular recycling or composting, upcycling can be another effective way to minimize your footprint while providing a purpose for something you already needed.
Take, for example, a recent upcycle idea from PBS that brilliantly turned an empty milk carton into a charming DIY bird feeder. And upcycling old tinder blocks can be a great way to add some functionality to your furniture.
The folks at GOOD Magazine have a really neat way to turn those burned out, discarded lightbulbs into something beautiful for your home — or the home of someone else, for that matter (these would make a really great gift). Here's what you'll need, via GOOD:
- A lightbulb
- A small plant
- Sand and small rocks
- Sticky Feet
- Pliers
- A bolt
- Scissors
- A skewer or something similar
Using your pliers and bolt, remove the electrical contact and filament as shown in the video below. Then, add your sticky feet. Using a funnel, pour in your desired amounts of both rocks and sand, and then add in a snip of your desired plant. Adjust your plants, and enjoy your new terrarium!
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h/t: GOOD Magazine
