Recycled Tide Container Pumpkin

The Recycled Tide Container Pumpkin is a fun and eco-friendly DIY project that brings a touch of creativity to your Halloween decor. By upcycling an old Tide container, you not only reduce waste but also give new life to an everyday item. With some orange paint, a bit of imagination, and a little green stem on top, you can transform the container into a cute pumpkin-shaped decoration. It's a perfect activity for a fall afternoon with friends or family, adding a personalized and sustainable twist to your seasonal decorations. So go ahead, grab that empty container, get your paintbrushes ready, and let your crafty side shine with this charming recycled pumpkin project!

Supplies:

1 empty Tide laundry pods container
Pumpkin Template
Printer paper OR 8.5×11 blank adhesive label OR black adhesive vinyl
Liquid glue
Green construction paper or cardstock
Scissors (if not using a cutting machine)
Green glitter
2 green chenille stems

Directions:

Remove the label from the laundry pods container by soaking in hot water, scraping, and then using GooGone to remove completely. You can also use a heat gun to warm the label but the ease of this option varies based on the brand. For instance, I found using a heat gun to be easy on Gain containers but difficult on Tide containers.

Remove the top from the container.

Cut the green paper into a stem shape with enough room on the bottom to create a tab to glue to the top of the container.

Cover the top of the container with liquid glue using a paint brush. Sprinkle with green glitter. Allow to dry.

Twist the chenille stems around a pen or pencil to create curls. Apply liquid glue to the stems and sprinkle or roll in green glitter. When dry, attach to the top of the container as vines.

Print template and cut.

Apply the template to the side of the container.