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Man Creates Lovely Sling Bags From Used Soft Drink Cans

What are you supposed to do with empty soft drink cans? Perhaps they easily end up in our garbage cans after being used. Although it is recyclable, not every location has a recycling center, thus it may still end up in our landfills.

Dec 08, 20232142 Shares30171 Views
  • Empty soft drink cans are gaining popularity in Thailand after a guy discovered a way to repurpose them into sling bags.
  • People are so taken with his design that orders are beginning to pile up, but some are ready to wait no matter how long it takes.
  • A concerned individual is also assisting him in collecting can donations to sustain his source of income.
What are you supposed to do with empty soft drink cans? Perhaps they easily end up in our garbage cans after being used.
Although it is recyclable, not every location has a recycling center, thus it may still end up in our landfills.
However, aluminum cans are becoming increasingly scarce in Thailand. It's because a Sampheng man discovered a technique to reuse soft drink cans. They are transformed into attractive bags of various sizes. And they're so adorable that bulk purchasers are piling up their orders, making it difficult for the man to keep up. Every nervous customer must exercise patience. Take notice that these are handmade, with love and creativity.
Bags range in price from 60-100 Thai Baht (approximately Php 96-160). Isn't it really affordable?
One customer said of her purchase,
The bag is very cute. It’s very strong. It can be used for long strap. It can be adjusted to the length. If you don’t like the strap, you can change it yourself. It’s like the example There are two sizes. Me and my friend bought both style.
Tharinee Kedsopa, a woman, has been assisting the man in collecting can contributions for his bag manufacture. A customer who ordered a bag from her commended her efforts and stated that she is willing to wait however long her order takes.
"Body and heart are beautiful. This person. Thank you for being a part of helping uncle to earn more income. But uncle’s bag is really beautiful. I will wait no matter how long I want it,"the customer stated.
You really need to limit your expectations because these are used cans with minor imperfections. Nonetheless, it had a major impact on the Thai people. It raises their awareness of waste reduction while also providing an opportunity for their fellow man to profit.

Conclusion

There are numerous methods for recycling and repurposing some of our garbage, such as plastic and metal. All that is required is community initiative and support. Hopefully, we can replicate this in our own country.
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