Why Let Your Old Pill Bottles Pile Up? Here’s How to Put Them to Work!
We all have those empty pill bottles scattered around the house, but are you really making the most of them? Instead of tossing them out, why not repurpose them?
These little bottles are more than just containers – they’re kidproof, waterproof, and their bright orange color makes them super easy to spot. Sounds like they have some untapped potential, right?
From organizing to storing small items, pill bottles can be repurposed in a dozen creative ways that’ll make your life easier (and way more organized). After reading through these clever ideas, you’ll wish you’d known about them sooner! Ready to get started? Check it out and let us know your favorites!
12 Creative Ways to Reuse Your Old Pill Bottles
- Shower Bottles: Perfect for storing shampoo, conditioner, or body wash when traveling. Compact and leak-proof!
- Portable Sewing Kit: Keep needles, threads, and buttons in one place for easy repairs on the go.
- Hide a Key: Create a secret stash for an extra house key—discreet and secure.
- Survival Kit: Pack mini essentials like matches, band-aids, or pain relievers for emergencies.
- Nail Polish Remover: Store cotton balls soaked in nail polish remover for easy cleanups anywhere.
- Center Pull for Your Yarn: Keep your yarn neat and tangle-free with this simple DIY holder.
- Makeup Holder: Perfect for storing travel-sized beauty essentials like mascara, lip balm, or powder.
- Purse Trash Can: Turn your pill bottle into a convenient, portable trash can for receipts, gum wrappers, and more.
- Earbud Container: Keep your earbuds untangled and safe in this small, protective case.
- A Love Rx: Create a personalized “prescription” of love notes or sweet messages for a special someone.
- Matchbox: Store matches or fire-starting materials in a compact, waterproof case for camping trips.
- Coin Holder: Keep loose change organized and easy to access—perfect for the car or your bag.