Oh-so-tasty Pringles potato chips, those infamous, stackable chips that live up to their hype. They are hard to forget and even harder to put to one side when snack time ends. Of course, part of what makes them so memorable is their cylindrical canisters. And with a little bit of cleanup, some inspiration, and DIY imagination, those Pringles canisters are the household "trash" that can be reused as treasure. A win for the crafty mom AND a win for the mom who is environmentally conscious!
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Looking to find a way to reduce waste and recycle more? Or perhaps the urge to craft and create runs deep. Either way, these simple craft ideas might just get the creative juices flowing. One might not fancy herself a DIY-girl, but trust me when I say after a quick peek at what's out there, even the most glue-averse among us will be tempted to give these projects a shot. And don't we all have an empty Pringles can lying around somewhere? We've compiled 10 of our favorite Pringles cans projects for our readers' consideration. They range from practical to whimsical, and here's hoping they prove to be inspiration to all of us who are craftily inept. Grab some crafting scissors, a hot glue gun, and some felt because it's time to start creating!
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Beautiful Centerpiece
Planning a spring wedding and looking to be budget-friendly but still beautiful when it comes to your reception? Killer site FabYouBliss recommends using your empties as vases. Centerpiece and takeaway gifts in one. Truly stunning.
Organize Your Wrapping Paper
This is such a cute, fast, and sensible solution to the age-old problem of what to do with all that wrapping paper! Bring on the Pringles, and bring on the organization!
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Give the Gift of Cookies!
Becky Jenson of Stamp That had this cute idea — use your old containers as cookie packaging when the holidays come around! So practical and so cute!
Twine Storage
More organization made adorable! We love the easy, breezy look and ingenuity The Scrap Shoppe used when it comes to twine storage.
Valentine's Rockets!
Such a great idea! Cheryl Style suggests this great craft — making rocket-theme Valentines for your kiddos. Not only are they cute to look at, but they've got plenty of room inside for sweets for your sweets.
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Castle
Indulgy lets their imagination soar — putting their Pringles can to work as a stunning make-believe castle for the little knight, queen, or jester in your life.
Lens Extension For a Camera
Who needs to shell out major cash when you can take great shots using an empty Pringles canister? This Flickr user knows how it's done, using his empty can as a lens telescope!
A Disposable Biscuit Cutter
Have a hankering for homemade biscuits, but no biscuit-cutter in sight? Slice up your can, and wham — presto, instant, disposable, effective cutter!
Pinhole Camera
Oh la la! Forget just using the can as a part of a camera, why not go all out and make an ACTUAL pinhole camera with the thing — the results? Absolutely stunning.
A Solar Eclipse Viewer
Keep your eyes safe and still get your inner sun-scientist on! Check out a solar eclipse with a little assist from Mr. Pringle.
