{"id":8518,"date":"2023-08-31T13:49:44","date_gmt":"2023-08-31T12:49:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neuronicdev.es\/deep-sea-world\/conservation\/6-creative-ways-to-get-recycling\/"},"modified":"2025-09-23T10:26:51","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T10:26:51","slug":"6-creative-ways-to-get-recycling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neuronicdev.es\/deep-sea-world\/blog\/6-creative-ways-to-get-recycling\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Creative Ways to Get Recycling"},"content":{"rendered":"

We love being able to bring you closer to amazing animals from all around the world. And as incredible as they are to look at, they\u2019re not simply for show. Some of the creatures we keep in our exhibits are in danger of being wiped out entirely<\/a>, and by housing them here, we\u2019re able to preserve these species for years, and even decades, to come.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s because pollution from materials like plastic<\/a> makes waters across the world a very unpleasant place for sea life to live in. In fact, 33 billion pounds of various plastics enter the ocean every year, contributing to the deaths of 100 million animal deaths each year.<\/p>\n

The good news is that recycling can help put a stop to this. And the even better news is that there are all sorts of creative ways you can teach your kids how to recycle so you can make recycling a more regular thing. All it takes is a bit of clever thinking and some household items you don\u2019t need any longer.<\/p>\n

So, let\u2019s take a look at some creative recycling ideas you can get busy and do your bit to save the planet \u2013 and the animals that live here.<\/p>\n

The home is a real treasure trove of recycling ideas. Why not get busy with these creative art ideas with recycled materials you\u2019ll be able to find in your kitchen?<\/p>\n

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Paper rolls<\/h2>\n

There\u2019ll be no shortage of the paper rolls leftover from kitchen rolls and toilet paper in your home. Instead of throwing them out, they can be turned into all sorts of different things your kids can get creative with.<\/p>\n

For instance, slathering peanut butter on them, rolling them in bird seed and hanging them up outside turns them into fantastic bird feeders. Poke some holes in at the bottom and slot a stick in the holes so that birds have something to stand on while they munch away.<\/p>\n

Gluing a cardboard circle to the bottom of these rolls makes for a quick organiser for things like pens and crayons \u2013 very handy if your house tends to get cluttered with arty equipment. Plus, they\u2019ll have loads of fun decorating them with their personal touches too.<\/p>\n

Cutting them horizontally, and then painting them, can also turn them into great little napkin rings too \u2013 and it\u2019ll give lunch and dinners a fancy little twist that they\u2019ll love as well!<\/p>\n

Plastic bottles<\/h2>\n

Instead of adding to pollution problem, you and your kids can put your old plastic bottles to better use in a range of different ways.<\/p>\n

Why not turn them into hanging planters? Place the bottle on its side, cut a lengthways rectangle out of its side, and then poke holes on the left- and right-hand sides of the rectangle so you can thread string through them. Tie a knot at the end of the string, fill with soil and throw in some seeds. Hang them up and see how they grow \u2013 a great way to get them started with some green-finger fun too!<\/p>\n

How about a DIY bubble blower? Cut off the bottom of the water bottle, taking care to make sure it\u2019s clean and even. Dip this side in a bubble solution of \u00bd cup of dish soap, 1\u00bd cups of water and 2 teaspoons of sugar. Making amazing bubbles is now a simple case of blowing through the mouth of the bottle! Fun right?<\/p>\n

Glass jars<\/h2>\n

Here\u2019s a great little project you can do together. Empty glass jars make for fantastic candle holders! To make them, you\u2019ll need to buy soy wax flakes and melt them over a low heat. Next, throw in some old crayons (which they\u2019re sure to have) to make the colour pop, then add some essential oils for that lovely scent.<\/p>\n

Let the wax cool, glue a wick to the bottom of your empty jar, pour the wax in, give the wick a quick adjustment if it needs to and there you go! A DIY candle that gives your old glass jars a completely new life. Just be sure you\u2019re around your kids whenever there are any flames present, of course!<\/p>\n

More great ideas to get them interested in recycling<\/h2>\n

Starting them early with recycling is well worth doing! Give these quick ideas a go \u2013 you never know how they may end up inspiring them to start recycling at a young age\u2026<\/p>\n