We all have toilet paper rolls in our houses, (and throw them away or recycle). These are an everyday occurrence. They are little, seemingly insignificant objects that most people don’t recognize they can be repurposed as surprisingly useful items around the home. There are multiple objects that we could think to throw away, but why not think about the other ways of using them that are more fun, environmentally friendly, and even more practical and cost-effective at times?
Take toilet paper rolls for example, they can be useful for organizing cables or cords that we always see getting tangled behind the desk or in a drawer. Just place the cords in the rolls and label them for tidy and organized storage. They could also be useful in the garden simply cut them down and use them for biodegradable seed start. When the seedlings are ready, you can just put the whole roll into the soil and it will break down.
Kids also enjoy projects with them. A little paint, glue, or paper, and they can be great DIY projects, such as binoculars, animals, etc., or even holiday projects. My kids love when they DIY and have made many crafts using toilet paper rolls. Consider these hacks!
1. Wrapping Paper Saver
Wrapping paper becomes difficult to store when it’s been used and is out of its protective packaging. Just slip a toilet paper roll onto the sleeve to keep the paper organized and protected from rips and tears.
2. Pencil Holder
How chic are these gold pencil holders? Can you believe that they’re just toilet paper rolls spray-painted gold, then attached together? Click here for a whole list of DIY toilet paper roll pencil holders.
3. Cord Organizers
Instead of having tangled cords lying around in a pile, organize them neatly by storing them in toilet paper rolls! You can even decorate them with cute designs.
4. Bird Feeder
If you’d like to make a simple bird feeder at home, start with an empty toilet paper roll. Cover the outside of the roll with a generous layer of peanut butter so the seeds will have something to cling to. Next, sprinkle some birdseed onto a plate or shallow dish and gently roll the peanut-butter-covered tube until it is nicely coated. When the seeds are stuck in place, thread a piece of string through the hollow center of the roll. Tie the ends of the string securely, then hang your homemade feeder from a tree branch or an outdoor hook.
5. Small Gift Boxes
You don’t need to buy gift boxes for jewelry and other small items when you can just make your own using toilet paper rolls. All you have to do is fold down the ends, then add whatever ribbon or other decorations (like stamps) you like.
6. Glasses Case
If you’re always misplacing your eyeglass cases, save yourself a trip to the store and make your own using a toilet paper roll. Click here for the easy tutorial.
7. Phone Stand
How cute is this little phone stand? Click here to learn how to make it out of a toilet paper roll and a few other materials.
8. Christmas Wreath
Can you believe that this elegant Christmas wreath was made from toilet paper rolls? Click here to see the step-by-step instructions.
9. Happy Snowmen
While discussing Christmas crafts, how cute are these snowmen? You can recycle a few toilet paper rolls with a pair of google eyes, some ribbon, and a marker to create these fun little guys. To make it even more festive, feel free to add buttons, scraps of fabric or even a little bit of glitter to give him his own personality. This is a very simple and quick craft that is a great way to decorate for the holidays without spending much time or money. These diy decorations are a cute way to inject some holiday cheer into your home while keeping your costs down. Not gonna lie, my friend cannot wait every christmas to decorate her house. She likes to do everything herself. She uses everything, and yes, including toilet paper rolls for decoration. And it turns out amazing!!
10. Cat Toy
Why buy expensive cat toys when you can make your own? All you need are toilet paper rolls, scissors, and a stapler. Guinea pigs, bunnies, and other small critters would also appreciate these. Click here for the tutorial.
11. Seedling Pots
Toilet paper rolls are the perfect environments for growing seedlings. Click here for the video tutorial showing how to make this simple project.
12. Birthday Crowns
Are these sweet, or are these sweet? These adorable little crowns would be perfect for a children’s birthday party (or even for an adult’s!). Click here to learn how to make this fun little craft.
