22 ideas to give new usefulness to objects that often end up in the trash
![22 ideas to give new usefulness to objects that often end up in the trash](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/original/15768.jpg)
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The do-it-yourself (DIY) boom should have by now taught us now to look at every object as a possible source of creation, as something that does not necessarily have to be used in a conventional way but that can be adapted to our needs, even the most frivolous!
What would you say about a set of lamps made from old and economical cheese graters, for example? If the idea intrigues you, then here are some others that are just what you need!
1. Empty rolls of toilet paper used to keep cables in order.
![1. Empty rolls of toilet paper used to keep cables in order.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_1.jpg)
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2. Old tennis rackets turned into beautiful vintage mirrors.
![2. Old tennis rackets turned into beautiful vintage mirrors.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_2.jpg)
3. A chandelier made from an old set of drums.
![3. A chandelier made from an old set of drums.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_3.jpg)
4. Another do-it-yourself lamp made from a plastic cup and the flashlight on your smartphone.
![4. Another do-it-yourself lamp made from a plastic cup and the flashlight on your smartphone.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_4.jpg)
5. Hookah made by assembling together different objects!
![5. Hookah made by assembling together different objects!](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_5.jpg)
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6. Gears from broken watches that become a fantastic disco lamp.
![6. Gears from broken watches that become a fantastic disco lamp.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_6.jpg)
7. A toy dinosaur plants.
![7. A toy dinosaur plants.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_7.jpg)
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8. Sofa made of empty aluminum cans.
![8. Sofa made of empty aluminum cans.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_8.jpg)
9. Old tires that can house beautiful flowers.
![9. Old tires that can house beautiful flowers.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_9.jpg)
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10. An old washing machine drum turned into a garden barbeque grill.
![10. An old washing machine drum turned into a garden barbeque grill.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_10.jpg)
11. A chair made from a shopping cart, have you ever thought about it?
![11. A chair made from a shopping cart, have you ever thought about it?](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_11.jpg)
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12. Strong and resistant armor made with pieces of tires.
![12. Strong and resistant armor made with pieces of tires.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_12.jpg)
13. An "Apple" butter container.
![13. An "Apple" butter container.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_13.jpg)
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14. A crocodile-computer mouse toy!
![14. A crocodile-computer mouse toy!](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_14.jpg)
15. How to reuse a bicycle without wheels? Let your bike wear shoes!
![15. How to reuse a bicycle without wheels? Let your bike wear shoes!](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_15.jpg)
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16. An old video game console transformed into a guitar ...
![16. An old video game console transformed into a guitar ...](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_16.jpg)
17. ... Or used as a brick in a wall!
![17. ... Or used as a brick in a wall!](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_17.jpg)
18. Climbing carabiner ... upcycled to carry shopping bags.
![18. Climbing carabiner ... upcycled to carry shopping bags.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_18.jpg)
19. Create some original candle holders.
![19. Create some original candle holders.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_19.jpg)
20. Old cheese graters used as lamps for the kitchen.
![20. Old cheese graters used as lamps for the kitchen.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_20.jpg)
21. From hardware to refrigerator.
![21. From hardware to refrigerator.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_21.jpg)
22. Empty whiskey bottles used as decorative lighting.
![22. Empty whiskey bottles used as decorative lighting.](https://img.wtvideo.com/images/article/list/15768_23.jpg)
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