Here’s a guide to brilliant ways to reuse empty pill bottles instead of tossing them—simple, practical, and surprisingly versatile. 🏺✨
1. Travel-Size Containers
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Perfect for:
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Shampoo, conditioner, lotion
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Hand sanitizer
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Oils or spices
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Small bottles prevent leaks in bags and save space.
2. DIY Seed Starters
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Drill a few drainage holes in the bottom.
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Fill with soil and plant seeds.
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Great for starting herbs or flowers indoors.
3. Mini Craft Supply Storage
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Store:
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Beads
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Buttons
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Sequins
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Small screws or nails
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Clear bottles make it easy to see contents at a glance.
4. Cord & Earbud Organizer
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Wrap earbuds, charging cables, or small cords and slip them into a pill bottle to prevent tangling.
5. Spice or Herb Containers
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Wash thoroughly and dry completely.
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Store homemade spice blends in small bottles for easy use or gifting.
6. DIY First-Aid Kit
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Keep essentials like:
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Band-aids
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Cotton swabs
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Antiseptic wipes
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Perfect for purses, cars, or backpacks.
7. Coin Holder
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Store loose change in pill bottles for small savings or travel.
8. Emergency Sewing Kit
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Store needles, thread, buttons, and safety pins for a portable, compact sewing kit.
9. Kids’ Treasure Containers
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Perfect for tiny collections like:
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Marbles
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Small toys
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Seashells
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Fun way to organize small items.
10. DIY Mini Planters or Terrariums
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Use clear bottles to create tiny indoor plant displays.
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Layer soil, pebbles, and a small succulent or moss.
Extra Tips
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Wash bottles thoroughly and remove labels with rubbing alcohol or warm soapy water.
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Label them with a permanent marker for easy organization.
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Use bottles with lids that seal tightly for travel or storage of liquids.
If you want, I can make a step-by-step guide with 15+ creative pill bottle projects including some for home décor, travel, and gifts—all super easy to do.
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