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11 cool ways to use an ice cube tray

Who says that ice cube trays are just for freezing water? These brilliant hacks take the household staple to a whole new level.

11 cool ways to use an ice cube tray

Ice Cube Hacks

Soothe a sunburn

Aloe vera is a great natural remedy for sunburn. Apply a frozen aloe vera cube on the sunburn for instant relief.


Full instructions here: How to soothe a sunburn

11 cool ways to use an ice cube trayIllustrations: Alex Mathers

Rice Krispie snacks

This kid favourite just got cuter. These bite-sized Rice Krispie treats are super-easy to make and are the perfect birthday party snack


Full instructions here: Smart School House

11 cool ways to use an ice cube traySmart School House via Pinterest

Mini toddler buffet

Make a mini buffet for your picky eater by adding their favourite foods to an ice-cube tray. They'll enjoy choosing between all the different options.

11 cool ways to use an ice cube trayPhoto: Stephanie Han Kim

Make mini popsicles

Here's the perfect refreshing treat for those hot summer days. Mix yogurt with your kid's fave fruit—hello, snack time.


Full recipe here: Becky's Best Bites

11 cool ways to use an ice cube trayBecky's Best Bites via Pinterest

DIY laundry detergent

Save "loads" of money by making your own detergent pods (use trays with different moulds for fun little shapes!). 


Full instructions here: One Good Thing by Jillee

11 cool ways to use an ice cube trayOne Good Thing by Jillee via Pinterest

Homemade peanut butter cups

Your kids will love making their own candy—but not as much as they'll loving eating it! An ice-cube tray makes the perfect mould for things like chocolate squares. 


Full recipe here: Creative Simple Life

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11 cool ways to use an ice cube trayCreative Simple Life via Pinterest

Jewellery organizer

If your kid's jewellery often goes missing, then this hack is for you. An ice-cube tray keeps small accessories, like barettes and clip-on earrings, organized.

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Preserve ingredients

Don't let your precious ingridients go to waste. Freeze your homemade sauces, buttermilk and more in an ice-cube tray.

11 cool ways to use an ice cube trayFood Network

Seed starters

Your little ones will love having an excuse to get her hands dirty, while growing her own garden full of herbs, flowers and veggies. 


Full instructions here: Mr. Brown Thumb

11 cool ways to use an ice cube trayDIY Ready via Pinterest

Granola poppers

These granola-bar portions come in handy for on-the-go breakfasts or lunchbox snacks (as long as you skip the nuts). Your kids can choose to add in their favourite ingredients like coconut, chocolate chips and dried fruit. 


Full recipe here: Smart School House

11 cool ways to use an ice cube traySmart School House via Pinterest

Paint palette

Minimize the mess the next time your tot wants to paint. Just squeeze paint into each section of an ice-cube tray and let your kids get creative. Watercolours are best if you want to reuse the tray.


More information here: Parent Hacks

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This article was originally published on Jun 09, 2015

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