17 Creative Projects Using Oatmeal Canisters
Cool things to do with oatmeal canisters can turn those sturdy cardboard tubes into something surprisingly useful and fun around the house.
Most of us toss them straight into recycling without a second thought, but they happen to be one of the most versatile containers you can repurpose.
The cylindrical shape and durable construction make them perfect for organizing, crafting, and even solving everyday storage problems in creative ways.
When you look at an empty canister with fresh eyes, it becomes a canvas for all sorts of clever projects that cost nothing extra.
From practical solutions that tidy up messy spaces to playful activities that spark creativity, these humble containers have far more potential than their original purpose suggests.
Give them a chance to prove just how handy they can be in ways you might not have considered before.

Ava Jensen
Founder & Chief Creative Officer
Expertise
Holistic Interior Design Approach, Space Planning & Functional Layouts, Sustainable Design Practices, Digital Fabrication & Innovative Technologies, Residential & Commercial Project Management, Integration of Traditional and Modern Design Principles, Studio-Based Creative Problem Solving
Education
Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Ava Jensen is the heart of kreativk.net. Based in Philadelphia, she combines classic and modern design methods to create spaces that are both beautiful and practical.
Trained at Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, Ava focuses on building sustainable homes and offices using smart, digital tools. She enjoys working with eco-friendly brands and loves sharing her knowledge with new designers.