Comments on: How can I reuse or recycle cardboard cup sleeves?

By: Shorty

Shorty — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 22:45:33 +0000

Buy a thermos.

By: The_Reveller

The_Reveller — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:48:16 +0000

I am collecting them to make gift tags next Christmas.

Cut out into suitable shapes like stars trees squares etc.
Spray paint the flat branded side and keep the ridged side as is

They should look very arty

By: Corrugated cardboard

Corrugated cardboard — Wed, 20 May 2009 10:13:38 +0000

Tape the bottom up and stick 20 or so to the wall or a stick. You can then use for storage for small craft items.

By: Samantha

Samantha — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 03:08:05 +0000

Use them for propogating seed… You can fill them with seed raising mix, germinate the seed (in a greenhouse or wherever) and then plant them straight into the ground, cardboard still on, without harming/disturbing the roots… The cardboard will break down gradually and you will have happy healthy new plants.

By: mormonsim

mormonsim — Sat, 17 May 2008 16:30:27 +0000

Take your own mug. These would be great to keep wound cords from tangling.You could use them for the rocker of a paper rocking chair.

By: debbie

debbie — Sun, 11 May 2008 14:59:32 +0000

gift card holders. Punch hole front and back on each side of the logo. Tie a knot in one end of a 2-4″ ribbon and thread it through each pair of holes (again, front to back) so the knot snugs up against the cardboard. On the other ribbon end, slip on a bead that needs some effort to push up and down the ribbon, then tie another knot at end of ribbon. Do this again on the other end. Cinch the bead against the sleeve and it keeps the “pocket” closed. Glue or tape the bottom of the sleeve closed neatly. Insert gift money or gift card, cinch up beads, and give or hide for yourself to use later.

By: Nigels Eco Store

Nigels Eco Store — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:46:04 +0000

How about swapping your paper cup for something like our ‘I’m not a paper cup’ mug which is great for takeaway coffees or teas – just take it to your favourite coffee shop and have it refilled. That way you cut down on paper cups, lids and the paper sleeves (because it’s thermal you won’t burn your hands and your coffee stays nice and hot) that end up being thrown away anyway.

By: Cielia

Cielia — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 13:44:32 +0000

My roomate has worn them as bracelets…

By: tyler

tyler — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:16:42 +0000

have u ever had your drinks fall out of the cupholders of your car because the cupholders are to shallow? put them on top of the cupholders and push down into place it keeps the drink in better by extending it a inch or so

By: Lupa

Lupa — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 18:19:51 +0000

Bookmarks!

By: Amanda

Amanda — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:59:02 +0000

You can make a mini book with coffee sleeves! Here’s a tutorial:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4iuZoM2Mb0

Also, if you’re looking for a great reusable and affordable sleeve, here is a really cool one that I use every day:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=10469917

The clip lets me attach it to my bag so I never forget it when I need my coffee buzz ;)