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Stop Throwing Out Cracked or Chipped Mugs: 10 Brilliant Hacks to Use Them Around the House
We’ve all been there—your favorite mug, the one you’ve had for years, cracks or chips, and you’re tempted to throw it out. But before you toss that mug, stop and think! Those cracked or chipped mugs could still be useful around the house in ways you never imagined. Rather than sending them to the landfill, why not repurpose them?
Here are 10 brilliant hacks to give new life to those beloved but imperfect mugs!
1. Make a Mini Planter
One of the easiest ways to repurpose a cracked or chipped mug is to transform it into a cute mini planter. The small size of most mugs makes them perfect for succulents, herbs, or small flowers. Plus, the cracks or chips add character to the look!
- How to do it: Add small stones or pebbles at the bottom for drainage, then fill the mug with soil and plant your favorite greenery.
- Bonus Tip: If you’re feeling creative, you can even decorate the mug with paint or stickers to match your home’s decor.
2. Create a DIY Candle Holder
Cracked mugs can make for unique and quirky candle holders. Whether you love the rustic look or want something more modern, you can turn any old mug into a stylish holder for tea lights or small candles.
- How to do it: Simply place a small candle (like a tea light) inside the mug or melt your own candle wax into the mug to create a personalized candle.
- Bonus Tip: Add some dried flowers or essential oils to the wax before it hardens for a pleasant fragrance!
3. Use as a Desk Organizer
Why throw out a chipped mug when it can serve as a functional desk organizer? Mugs are great for holding pens, pencils, highlighters, and even paperclips. Not only is it a practical use, but it’s also a fun way to personalize your workspace.
- How to do it: Place your cracked mug on your desk and use it to store office supplies, or use it as a catch-all for loose change, erasers, and small tools.
- Bonus Tip: Label each mug for different office supplies, like “pens,” “markers,” and “staples,” for easy organization!
4. Turn It into a Soap Dispenser
A chipped mug could easily become an adorable soap dispenser in your kitchen or bathroom. It’s a great way to upcycle that mug and keep it functional while adding a quirky touch to your space.
- How to do it: You’ll need a pump dispenser top (you can find these online or repurpose one from an old soap bottle). Drill a small hole in the mug’s lid and attach the pump mechanism. Then fill it with your favorite liquid soap or dishwashing liquid.
- Bonus Tip: Paint the mug with a glossy finish to make it look like a stylish part of your decor.
5. Create a DIY Bird Feeder
Chipped mugs can also make a perfect bird feeder! With just a few extra materials, you can help your feathered friends while adding charm to your yard or balcony.
- How to do it: Attach a sturdy string or wire to the handle of the mug. Fill the mug with birdseed and hang it outside on a tree branch or hook.
- Bonus Tip: If you want to get creative, you can add peanut butter to the sides of the mug before covering it with birdseed to attract more birds.
6. Make a Unique Cookie Cutter
If you have a mug with a particularly unique shape or design, you can easily turn it into a cookie cutter. This is a perfect hack for those who love baking and want to add something special to their creations.
- How to do it: You can heat the mug slightly (just enough to soften it) and carefully shape it into a cutter. Use the rim of the mug as a circular cutter for your cookies or use it to shape dough for pie crusts.
- Bonus Tip: You can also use the mug as a stencil to decorate your baked goods with icing or powdered sugar!
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