you’ve got the option to easily make a beautiful upcycled planter using any single-use plastic container.
Here’s what you need, and exactly how to go about it.
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Megan McSherry is the creator of the sustainable living blog Acteevism.

Single-use plastic is of the worlds biggest polluters.
In 2018 alone, landfills received27 million tons.
And by 2050, its estimated thatthere will be more plastic in the ocean than fish.

Megan McSherry is the creator of the sustainable living blog Acteevism.
McSherry wants to help solve that problem with a simple solution.
Just because its single-use plastic doesnt mean it can only be used once.
I got crafty and upcycled this butter container.
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McSherry has also made planters out of a sorbet tub, popcorn container, and more.
it’s possible for you to use her method for whichever pop in of container you have at home.
Shes also wrapped the container with macrame string, which gives it an instant boho vibe.

Heres exactly how to make your very own upcycled planter.
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