If you’ve done some shopping and have a growing pile of Amazon boxes at your feet, don’t fret. Here are some quick suggestions for what you can do with them after you unpack your goodies.
Do you have Amazon boxes piling up? We have a few ideas for putting that cardboard to good use.
If you’ve done some shopping and have a growing pile of Amazon boxes at your feet, don’t fret. Here are some quick suggestions for what you can do with them after you unpack your goodies.
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1.Get crafty
If you have a crafty side, Amazon boxes can be upcycled into fun decorating projects like bookcases, wall art, or planters. Kids can also reuse them for art projects or playtime activities.
When you’re done with your projects, you also can use Amazon boxes to store your craft supplies. Amazon boxes are sturdy and well-built, so they’re great for storing things like books, toys, and even clothing.
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2.Give boxes new life by giving them away
Ask your friends, family, or neighbours if they need boxes. If you know anyone who is moving home, they might appreciate the offer.
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3.Save them and ship them
Save the boxes for your own shipping. Many boxes will stack inside others, so you can store them until you have to send your own gifts to loved ones far away, or when you’re moving home.
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4.Recycle them
Amazon boxes are 100% recyclable – just make sure you remove any plastic packaging or bubble wrap before putting them in the recycling bin. Recycling Amazon boxes is a responsible way to help reduce environmental waste.
Find out how Amazon is reducing its packaging.
