I’ve earned my recycling black belt. I recently unleashed a look of horror when I saw my neighbor throw a can in the trash. See, I’m one to reuse a Target bag for a thousand different purposes. Still, I think I can kick my skills up even one more notch. How? In the past, I’ve always recycled my old baby wipes containers. Now, I’m going to try to breathe new life into them by upcycling them before they hit the recycling heap. I’ve looked all over the Internet, and I found these 15 easy, unexpected uses for empty baby wipes containers. As for my neighbor? Well, she’ll never make that recycling mistake again!
15 Uses for Empty Baby Wipes Containers
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Lego Travel Case
This genius to-go wipes container is more than a way to transport Legos. It also has a little grid surface for the kids to actually play with while they wait.
Source: Hello, Splendid
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Arts and Crafts Caddy
Take the stickers, pencils, markers, and more on the road with these DIY art caddies. Printable labels make it easy to keep it all organized.
Source: The Side Stuff
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Mr./Mrs. Potato Head Dress-Up Kit
Self-adhering felt cutouts make it super simple to swap out Mr. and Mrs. Potato Heads' faces while the kids sit in the waiting room or during a car trip.
Source: The Dagenais Daily
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Carry-All Clutch
Grab the felt and the hot glue gun, and get to crafting. Create a slim, carry-all for your keys, money, and more with an empty baby wipes container.
Source: SYTYC
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Earring Travel Case
Don't just tuck your earrings into your toiletry bag. Keep them together and protected in this earring travel case.
Source: Dollar Store Crafts
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Peek-A-Boo Sensory Board
Let your tot play a hands-on version of peek-a-boo with this flip and feel sensory board.
Source: Motherhood and Other Adventures
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Seed Starter
Get a jump start on growing season by turning your wipes container into a reusable starter.
Source: The Life of a Novice
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Alphabet Monster
This silly-not-scary monster will help your child gobble up the ABCs. Have your kiddo sort the vowels, spell words, or practice letter sounds.
Source: I Can Teach My Child
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Lil' Laptop
Save the keys on your MacBook by diverting little fingers to their own computer. Change out the "screen" image to keep things interesting.
Source: She Wears Flowers
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Math Facts Board
Counting dots and recognizing numbers can start well before kindergarten. This simple board makes math easy.
Source: Mrs. Karen's Preschool Ideas
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First Aid Travel Kit
Heal 'em even when you're not a home. Bandages, antibiotic cream, lotions, and potions all fit inside this wipes container.
Source: Mommyhood Craft Corner
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Motor Skills Monster
Supervise the fun while your kids fine-tune their fine motor skills by placing little shapes in this monster's mouth.
Source: Powerful Mothering
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Scavenger Hunt Treasure Chest
Party Har Har, mateys! Hide the clues, bury the treasure, and let the kids find the treasure chest at your next pirate birthday party.
Source: Wired
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Peek-A-Boo House
Open the windows. Close the door. Create a little house that your kid can explore.
Source: I Can Teach My Child
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Advent Calendar
Count down the days until the jolly guy returns with this seasonal calendar.
Source: No Time for Flash Cards
