The next part can be a little tricky, depending how sharp your blade is. I found most of it easy to cut through, except for the joining seam at the base. That took a little more persistence, but the project still only took about 5 minutes to complete. When you're finished the scoop should look like this:
I've made these scoops before, out of old 2 litre cordial bottles (seen below) but they have a thinner plastic, so I need to be more careful when using them. Also seen below is the leftover bit from the Aldi tomato sauce bottle, which my daughter has now dubbed her "mini" scoop. Great for playing in the garden with too.
Just a final word of caution when using the blade though, be sure to cut away from yourself, or directly downwards onto a cutting board to keep your fingers safe.
Great minds think alike! I made mine out of a 3 litre milk carton, not as sturdy probably but its lasted a couple of months now and perfect for scooping the chook grain. At least when its past its best its easy (and free)to get another :)
ReplyDeleteIt's a great idea, isn't it. I can't remember where I read about it previously, but since learning this simple recycling project, I've never had to buy another feed scoop again. :)
ReplyDeleteand you can recycle them when they are finished!
ReplyDelete(well, our council takes any hard plastic now, not sure about others?)
Very brilliant!
ReplyDeleteMy children once took a mask making class and those big bottles were used as a mold as well. I wonder sometimes too if one could store grains in them. Would they be safe do you think?
Linda
As long as they've contained food prevously and are cleaned well, I couldn't see an issue with reusing them for storing dry foodstuff again.
ReplyDeleteMy husband often brings home those large plastic, catering sized mayonnaise jars, which I keep flour and rice in. As long as it's food grade plastic and cleaned well, it should be safe.
Our council recycles plastic bottles too, only we don't have a special bin where we are located. We have to take it to our local transfer station instead. But yes, fully recyclable, and that's a bonus!