Friday, October 31, 2008

Emptied Toilet Paper Roll Seed Starter Pots

What should you do with all your emptied toilet paper rolls (ETPR)? Well - we all know its not good to throw everything away, after all our landfills are filling up, so many of us are composting and that is a good option for your ETPR. But, if you want to upcycle your ETPR, a seed starting pot is just the solution! Free, easy to make and biodegradable - what more could we want?

Step 1 - Gather your toilet paper rolls to be upcycled and a pair of scissors.

Step 2 - Flatten your toilet paper roll with your hand to make it easier to cut; then cut in half width wise.

Step 3 - Cut 4 equidistant lines into your pot...about 1/4-1/2" long.

Step 4 - Fold the end you cut like you would a box so it stays shut.

Step 5 - Marvel at your selection of seed starting pots for spring! Get going now and you should have quite a selection! Remember - these ETPR are biodegradable so you can start your seeds in these pots and plant them directly in the ground when it is time. If your seeds need transplanted to a larger pot before going into the ground, plant the ETPR pot in the larger pot.

Do you have other upcycling ideas for ETPR? Let us know!

2 comments:

  1. Are you going to be selling any seeds?

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  2. Hey Steve and Jennifer!

    I hope that you are keeping all of these upcycle ideas handy for your upcoming best selling book. I was thinking a companion book for the 'Wayward Larry' series, but really don't see the connection. Please keep sharing your ideas and thoughts on simple living. I enjoy your blog very much.

    love
    beth

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