Most of us have an empty drink bottle or two. Before you throw them out, here are some great ideas on how to re-use them:

1. Use as a vase for pretty flowers.

2. Cut and use the top half for a funnel.

3. Use the bottom half for a paint cup.

4. Use the bottom half of bottles in your dresser drawer as sock holders.

5. Use the lids for counting objects for preschool children.

6. Refill with water, sports drink, or tea.

7. Dry well and store sugar in them for easy dispensing.

8. Fill half way with water and freeze to use as an ice pack in a cooler.

9. Use as a paper clip holder.

10. Cut in half and sit the top half upright to hold small paint brushes.

Photo by Shelli Akers