Stop throwing out old egg cartons. Here are 10 brilliant hacks to use them around the house

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## 🥚 Stop Throwing Out Old Egg Cartons! Here Are 10 Brilliant Hacks to Use Them Around the House

Egg cartons are everywhere in our kitchens, but once they’re empty, most of us toss them in the recycling bin without a second thought. What if we told you these humble cartons have a dozen clever uses around your home that can save you money, reduce waste, and make life easier?

Before you recycle your next egg carton, check out these **10 brilliant hacks** that turn them into handy household helpers.

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### 1. 🌱 Start Seedlings Easily

Egg cartons make perfect mini planters for starting seeds. Just fill each cup with soil, plant your seeds, and watch them grow! When ready, you can transplant the whole cup directly into the ground (if it’s a biodegradable carton).

### 2. 🎨 Kids’ Craft Projects

Use egg cartons as paint palettes, create fun animal shapes, or build colorful sculptures — the possibilities are endless for creative fun.

### 3. 🕯️ Candle Holder

An egg carton can hold small tea light candles safely for decoration or emergency lighting.

### 4. 🎁 Organize Small Items

Use the individual cups to organize beads, buttons, screws, or jewelry. It’s an easy and inexpensive sorting solution.

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