How can I reuse or recycle measuring scoops/spoons from baby formula cartons?
• Though plastic, most manufacturers (that I spoke to about it) say their spoons aren’t recyclable – but if the type of plastic is identified on the spoon (by a number in a triangle or the like), you might be able to recycle it with your usual plastic stuff – different areas have facilities to offer different types of plastics so check with your council. • Aside from measuring baby formula, they’re perfect for measuring other things around the kitchen too – so keep a few around for measuring out small quantities of flour, baking powder, loose tea/coffee, spices etc. If you’ve got loads of spoons, each thing could have its own dedicated spoon! Bigger ones can be used as washing powder scoops too. • Flat bottomed scoops might be useful as little tiny pots for crafters: use them to hold seed beads or findings, or small quantities of paint or glue when you don’t need more than a few dabs at a time.
