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    Transform An Old Cleaning Wipe Container Into A Household Hero

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    String Organizer

    Supplies:

    Empty cleaning wipe container

    Yarn or string

    Instructions:

    1. Remove the lid from an empty cleaning wipe container. Place ball of yarn or string inside.

    2. Thread end through the hole in the lid; use the container to store and keep cord from tangling.

    Car Trash Can

    Supplies:

    Empty cleaning wipe container

    Duct tape (optional)

    Plastic shopping bag

    Instructions:

    1. Remove lid from an empty cleaning wipe container. Cover with duct tape, if desired.

    2. Place a plastic shopping bag inside of the container, leaving the handles of the bag outside.

    3. Press the lid back on the container to hold the bag in place; knot the handles to create a loop.

    4. Hang the trash can from the back of a seat using the loop and headrest. Remove plastic bag and throw away when full. Replace with another fresh shopping bag.

    Toilet Brush Holder

    Supplies:

    Empty cleaning wipe container

    Marble contact paper

    Toilet brush

    Instructions:

    1. Cover an empty cleaning wipe container with marble contact paper.

    2. Add a toilet brush to the container and store in your bathroom.

    Tip: Leave a little extra cleaning solution in the bottom of the container for bonus cleaning power!

    Sandwich Protector

    Supplies:

    Empty cleaning wipe container

    Chalkboard paint
    Chalk

    Instructions:

    1. Clean an empty cleaning wipe container very well. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely.

    2. Cover the outside of the container with chalkboard paint; let dry.

    3. Write a message on the container with chalk.

    4. Add tightly wrapped sandwiches and other wrapped items to protect them from being squished in your bag.

    Tip: Rough up the surface of the container with sandpaper before painting to make sure the paint sticks.

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