Ahead of World Environment Day 2021, we have highlighted some of the best projects that crossed our feeds, to inspire you to upcycle, reduce waste and promote ecosystem restoration - just like the theme for this year's campaign.
1. Customised Tumblers
TikTok user @Arizaaaaa went the extra mile by customising a tumbler with her BTS meal cup packaging, for a fandom piece she could reuse for many, many drinks to come.
2. Customised Phone Cases
Is there any doubt that she is a loud and proud ARMY? Not at all.
Does this project sidestep, right left to reduce packaging waste in landfills? Absolutely.
3. Decorative Cut-outs
TikTok user @hisyamabidin took to the platform to show his creativity by cutting out little sections of the packaging to use as decorative patches. He added them to his phone case, but these would look good anywhere! Notebooks, laptops...The possibilities are endless.
You can do the same with old magazines, brochures, or newspapers. Get creative and give your old materials a new lease of life!
4. Upcycled Key-Chains
We end up with many items holding our precious memories, whether movie tickets or doodles from friends, that often end up getting lost or thrown away. Upcycle and preserve those memories in a little DIY project!
TikTok user @TashJannCreations went the extra mile to immortalise the limited-edition nugget sauce-lid packaging that came with the collaboration. These laminated key rings are perfect for showing love to your IDOLs and keeping extra waste out of landfills. Win-win!
5. Creative Collages
TikTok user @Aina created an ultimate collage with her packaging, creating a piece of art she could admire for ages to come. This is a great way to add some colour to your walls and can be replicated with any materials that have an interesting print or texture, such as old clothes or bags. Customized work-from-home spaces? We dig it.
Celebrate World Environment Day and get inspired by more upcycling hacks like these when you download or open the TikTok app today. Whether you are a nature-lover, a dedicated ARMY, or someone who just loves DIY projects, there are ways for everyone to show some love to mother earth and make peace with nature.
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