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Upcycling Ideas for Basketball, Soccer, and Footballs: Creative Ways to Repurpose Old Sports Balls

Upcycling Ideas for Basketball, Soccer, and Footballs: Creative Ways to Repurpose Old Sports Balls
Are you looking for creative ways to repurpose your old basketballs, soccer balls, or footballs? Look no further! Upcycling those old sports balls can breathe new life into them and make them functional again. As a pickleball player, you can also make use of these old sports balls to enhance your game. There are plenty of upcycling ideas out there that you can implement, whether you want to add some fun decor to your home or upgrade your gear. In this post, we'll explore some of the best upcycling ideas for basketballs, soccer balls, and footballs.

Turn old basketballs into planters

Do you love gardening and want to add a touch of uniqueness to your planters? Upcycling basketballs could be the answer. Simply cut out the upper portion of the basketball, fill it with soil and plants. The round shape of the basketball will add some visual interest to your garden. You could also paint the basketball to match your aesthetic.

Make a fun wine rack from a basketball

For those who are fond of wine, repurposing an old basketball as a wine holder will not only add to beverages in style but also add a pop of fun to your home decor. Snip the upper center portion of the ball out, paint it, and secure it to a wooden base with a few screws. Now, you have a unique wine holder.

Transform old soccer balls into composting bins

If you are passionate about gardening, managing your own composting bin is a great way to create eco-friendly, nutrient-rich fertilizer. Repurpose old soccer balls into composting bins. Cut off a part of the soccer ball and fill it with soil, leaves and kitchen scraps to create your own compost.

Make an outdoor pendant light fixture out of footballs

Transform old footballs into a unique pendant light fixture to add some fun and character to your outdoor living space. Cut off a section of the ball and insert the light fixture and wiring. After giving it some painterly touches and some decorative strings, hang it outside to create an inviting ambiance.

Upcycle sports balls as pickleball training tools

For those who love playing pickleball and want to improve their game, you could turn your old sports balls into a pickleball training tool. Cut small sections of an old soccer ball, or tennis balls into task-specific shapes to fine-tune your skills. You can use these training tools to perfect your service, receive, or drop shots.


Upcycling old sports balls is an eco-friendly way to reduce waste and inspire your creativity. With these amazing upcycling ideas, you can breathe new life into your old basketballs, soccer balls, and footballs. From planters to composting bins to pickleball training tools, there are endless upcycling ideas that can bring lots of fun and aesthetic appeal to your home. So, instead of throwing away your old sports balls, try one of these ideas, and add some more happiness to your life and the environment.
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