Stop throwing away your old pill box. Here are 12 ways to reuse it.

This is a fantastic and eco-friendly idea! Those old weekly or monthly pill organizers are made of durable plastic with handy little compartments, making them perfect for all sorts of creative repurposing projects around the house, in your craft room, or even when traveling.

Here are 12 clever and practical ways to reuse your old pill box instead of sending it to a landfill.

1. Travel Jewelry Organizer

This is one of the most popular reuses. The individual compartments are perfect for keeping small jewelry items tangle-free and separated.

Earrings: Store pairs of studs or small hoops in separate compartments.
Rings: Keep rings from scratching each other.
Necklace Charms: Place small pendants in the sections.
Watches: A larger weekly box can hold a small watch.

2. Fishing Tackle Box (for the Angler)

If you or someone you know enjoys fishing, an old pill box makes a fantastic, compact tackle box.

Fishing Hooks: Store different sizes of hooks in separate, organized compartments.
Sinkers and Weights: Keep various weights from rolling around in your bag.
Small Lures and Flies: Perfect for organizing tiny, valuable flies.

3. Sewing and Mending Kit

Keep all your small sewing supplies in one place.

Buttons: Sort buttons by size or color in different days of the week.
Needles and Pins: Store them safely, perhaps with a small magnet in the lid to keep needles from shifting.
Safety Pins, Bobbins, and Seam Rippers: All the small bits that usually get lost in a drawer.

4. Bead and Craft Supply Organizer

For the crafter or jewelry maker, this is a game-changer.

Beads: Sort small beads by color, size, or type for easy access during projects.
Sequins and Glitter: Keep these tiny, messy items contained.
Jewelry Findings: Organize earring hooks, jump rings, and clasps.

5. Miniature First-Aid Kit

Create a compact first-aid kit for your purse, glove compartment, or backpack.

Adhesive Bandages: A few folded bandages can fit in one compartment.
Antibiotic Ointment Packets: Single-use packets fit perfectly.
Pain Reliever Tablets: A couple of ibuprofen or acetaminophen tablets.
Antiseptic Wipes: Folded individually wrapped wipes.

6. Hardware Organizer

For small DIY projects or repairs around the house.

Screws and Nails: Keep different sizes separated and ready to go.
Wall Anchors and Picture Hanging Kits: All the tiny pieces for hanging art can live in one box.
Batteries: Store small button batteries (like for watches or hearing aids) safely and separately.

7. Office Supply Organizer

Tame the chaos in your desk drawer.

Paper Clips: Separate standard from colored or decorative clips.
Binder Clips: Store different sizes in their own compartments.
Thumbtacks and Push Pins: Keep them contained and organized.
Bandaids: Yes, they belong in the office, too!

8. Travel Spice Kit

For campers, travelers, or anyone who likes to take their favorite spices on the go.

Spices: Fill compartments with salt, pepper, paprika, chili flakes, garlic powder, etc. Just be sure to label the lid!
Sugar or Sweetener Packets: Perfect for your coffee or tea when traveling.

9. “Go Bag” for Medications

Ironically, you can reuse it to organize other non-daily medications.

Allergy Pills: Keep a few antihistamines in your car or bag for emergencies.
Antacids or Digestive Aids: For when you overindulge.
Motion Sickness Tablets: Have them ready for road trips or boat rides.

10. Earbud and Cable Organizer

Stop untangling knots!

Earbuds: Wrap your earbuds tightly and place them in a compartment. They won’t tangle with anything else.
Charging Cables: Store small, spare charging cables for phones or cameras.
USB Drives and SD Cards: Keep these tiny, valuable items safe and easy to find.

11. Miniature Model or Game Piece Organizer

If you’re into tabletop gaming or model building.

Board Game Pieces: Store the tiny tokens, dice, or figurines for specific games.
Model Kit Parts: Keep small parts separated while you’re working on a project.
D&D Miniatures: Perfect for carrying a set of dice and small tokens.

12. Button Battery Storage

This is a safety-conscious reuse. Button batteries (the small, flat, coin-sized ones) are a major hazard if swallowed, especially by children. Storing them in a secured pill box keeps them organized and, more importantly, contained and away from little hands.

A Quick Tip Before Reusing:
Make sure to wash the pill box thoroughly with warm, soapy water to remove any medication residue. Let it dry completely before filling it with your new treasures.

Happy repurposing!