Plastic waste is a terrible thing – it adversely affects land, waterways and oceans, as well as all the living things that inhabit it. That’s why recycling is such an important and awesome thing to do.
But for the people behind the amazing creations below, it’s not recycling that they looked to, but rather ‘upcycling‘. Whether it’s household tools and utilities or works of art, these photos prove that you can make some pretty amazing things with a bit of creativity and some used and unwanted plastic bottles. Special thanks to BoredPanda for compiling this list.
#1. Vertical Garden
Source: Rosenbaum and Luciano Huck
#2. Chandelier
Designed by: Sarah Turner
#3. Broom
#4. Beautiful Mosaic From Caps Left By Hurricane Sandy
Designed by Lisa Be | Project Vortex
#5. Spoon Lamp
Designed by Yaroslav Olenev
#6. Jewelry Stand
Source: EBLOT
#7. Cherry Blossom Paint Stamp
Source: alphamom.com
#8. Parking Canopy
Image credits: Garth Britzman
#9. Bouquet Lamp
#10. Christmas Tree
Image credits: stranamasterov.ru
#11. Cute Planters
Designed by: Seamy’s Deco And House
Designed by: Maceta Gatuna
#12. Intricate Bottle Vase
Source: wikihow.com
#13. Durable Purse
Image credits: Zitta Schnitt
#14. Sci-Fi Rocket Jet Pack
Image credits: doodlecraftblog.com
#15. Hanging Chandelier
Image credits: Michelle Brand | blogilates.com
#16. Lake Boat
Designed by Tom Davies
Image credits: FijiMe Tour
#17. Pencil/Marker Organizers
#18. Solar Light Bulb
Project by Illac Diaz | worldarchitecturenews.co
#19. Ottoman Seat
#20. Curtain
Image credits: Michelle Brand
#21. Bottle Cap Decoration
Image credits: Ilya Naymushinvia
#22. Bird Feeder
Source: marghanita.com | FamilyFun Magazine
#23. Napkin Ring
Designed by: Equipe Kazari
