Upcycling clean plastic food tubs into stylish countertop (affiliate) organizers or vanity storage bins is a simple, budget-friendly way to clear clutter and add personal flair to your home. Here is how to turn an empty plastic yogurt container into an elegant, lace-and-pearl-trimmed storage tub in just a few steps! Follow along and organize your small facial bottles on your vanity with this Yogurt Container DIY Craft Project.
I have repurposed yogurt containers before. This Yogurt Container Craft project with ribbon and pearls is the larger version but shallower than other yogurt containers. Perfect for pulling things out and putting them away for quick and easy cleanup after my morning routine, keeping my bathroom vanity magazine-ready.
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Key Takeaways
- Upcycling clean plastic yogurt containers into decorative storage is budget-friendly and easy.
- The Yogurt Container Craft project with ribbon and pearls takes about 1 hour and costs around $5.
- Use low-heat hot glue to avoid melting the plastic, and secure decorations firmly for durability.
- You can organize various small items in the finished container, making it ideal for areas like your bathroom or home office.
- This DIY project encourages creativity and repurposing, promoting a clutter-free and stylish home.
Things to know before trying this project
Below are things you should know about this project.
What inspired me to do this Yogurt Container DIY Craft Project?
I have used yogurt containers before to organize small things in my home. They are waterproof and protect anything I put inside them. I came across this one in my bathroom while purging my sink drawers and wanted to use it for the small things I use each morning, like moisturizer and creams. They fit surprisingly well inside and looked so much better than having all these bottles and tubes lying on my vanity.
What supplies did I use to make the Yogurt Container DIY Craft Project?
Clean, empty plastic yogurt tub - I used a Kite Hill Plain Yogurt container, 16 ounces.
Wide cream fabric ribbon with crochet trim - I got mine from Michaels years ago, but you can find plenty on Amazon (affiliate).
Recollections Pearl Strips, 12 Packs: 6 ct. (72 Total)
Clear Flower Rhinestones 11mm Mini Flat Back Resin Flowers Gems Round Floral Charms Buttons
Dual-temperature hot glue gun & hot glue sticks
Fabric scissors
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How much did it cost to make this Yogurt Container Craft project with ribbon and pearls?
This project cost me $5.00 using items from my basic craft stash.
How long did it take to make the Yogurt Container Craft project with ribbon and pearls?
It took me 1 hour. That's it! I like easy craft projects that don't take long. =)
Tips on Making This Yogurt Container Upcycle
Below are some additional tips you may want to know when updating this container.
Use low-heat hot glue: High heat can melt or warp thin plastic containers (affiliate). Always keep your glue gun (affiliate) on low heat when working directly on plastic.
Hot glue delicate accents: Sticker backings often fail on textured fabric. Hot glue both the sticker pearl strip and flower gem (affiliate) directly to the fabric backing so they don't fall off over time.
Fold raw fabric edges: Tuck under any cut ribbon edges before gluing down to prevent fraying and give your container a seamless finish.
Steps
Below are step-by-step instructions for making this cute yogurt container. Feel free to check them out.
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Yogurt Container Craft project with ribbon and pearls {DIY Craft Project}
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 1
Description
Upcycling clean plastic food tubs into stylish countertop (affiliate) organizers or vanity storage bins is a simple, budget-friendly way to clear clutter and add personal flair to your home. Here is how to turn an empty plastic yogurt container into an elegant, lace-and-pearl-trimmed storage tub in just a few steps! Follow along and organize your small facial bottles on your vanity with this Yogurt Container DIY Craft Project
Materials
- Clean, empty plastic yogurt tub - I used a Kite Hill Plain Yogurt container, 16 ounces.
- Wide cream fabric ribbon with crochet trim
- Recollections Pearl Strips, 12 Packs: 6 ct. (72 Total)
- Clear Flower Rhinestones 11mm Mini Flat Back Resin Flowers Gems Round Floral Charms Buttons
- Dual-temperature hot glue gun (affiliate) & hot glue sticks
- Fabric scissors (affiliate)
Instructions
Prep and trim the base fabric ribbon
- First, measure the wide crochet-trimmed fabric ribbon around the middle of your yogurt container, leaving a slight overlap at the ends. Cut the fabric to size and fold under the raw edge for a clean finish.
Wrap and secure the fabric ribbon
- Then, apply low-temperature hot glue along the center section of the container. Press the fabric ribbon firmly in place around the body of the plastic tub, ensuring the top and bottom crochet borders align evenly.
Attach the pearl sticker strips
- Now, run the pearl sticker strip along the center of the fabric ribbon. Tip: Although these pearl strips have adhesive backing, hot-glue the pearl strip directly to the fabric ribbon for a strong, permanent hold.
Hot glue the accent flower gem
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: DIY, large yogurt container
- Method: Step-by-Step
The Big Reveal
This yogurt container craft with ribbon and pearls looks lovely. What do you think? Would you make this project?
Areas to Organize With This Upcycled Container
This shallow, wide-mouth container design makes it easy to organize small items without clutter sinking to the bottom. Here are great spots to use it around your home:
- Bathroom Vanity: Perfect for holding daily skincare products, lotions, hand sanitizers, and pumps.
- Home Office Desk: Great for keeping sticky notes (affiliate), paper clips, rubber bands (affiliate), and pens within reach.
- Craft Room: Ideal for organizing small ribbons (affiliate), buttons, paint tubes, or glue sticks.
- Kitchen Counter: Handy for collecting small tea bags, spice packets, or quick-access recipe cards.
FAQs
Feel free to check out these additional questions for answers. If you have more questions, please leave a comment below, and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Use a low-heat setting on your glue gun. High-heat hot glue can melt, warp, or distort thin plastic tubs.
Adhesive sticker backings stick well to smooth plastic, but they struggle to adhere permanently to textured fabric ribbons. Hot glue helps keep your pearl strips securely attached.
Since fabric, pearls, and hot glue are on the outside, wipe the inside clean with a damp cloth or disinfectant wipe. Avoid submerging the container in water or putting it in the dishwasher.
Yes! If you want to use it for live plants, check out this guide on how to repurpose a yogurt container into a decorative flower pot, with tips for proper drainage.
You can upcycle almost any clean household paper or plastic packaging! For another fun tutorial, check out this toilet paper roll Christmas craft DIY project or explore our original upcycle large yogurt container idea for more home organization inspiration.
Closing
Well, there you have it. I hope this inspires you to use those cleaned yogurt containers in your home. Stay tuned for more of these upcycling Craft DIY projects!
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