From the page: Plastic containers full of possibility
Idea 2
Sponge and soap holder
Piercing plastic to turn it into something that drains water is reuse in its purest form — the same logic as the sieves and strainers that have existed since humankind started cooking. The secret is in the hole size: too small, the water won't come out; too big, the sponge escapes. With the right hole, cheap plastic works just as well as any store-bought accessory.
What you need
- Plastic container with lid
- Nail or heated screw
- Pliers
- Candle or lighter
How to make it
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Hold the nail with the pliers and heat the tip in the candle flame for a few seconds — hot metal pierces plastic without cracking it.
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Make 10 to 15 holes in the lid and a few more in the bottom of the container, spaced out, so water drains across the whole area.
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Let it cool, wash it well to remove melted plastic residue, and fit in the sponge or soap.
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Rest the container slightly tilted near the sink, supported on a small deep dish that collects the drained water.
Finishing touches
The same piercing works for the bottom of containers that will become pots — this technique appears in several ideas below, so it's worth mastering once and for all.
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