If you’ve ever found yourself drowning in a sea of wrappers and receipts every time you get into your car, you’re not alone. Let’s dive into some creative DIY car trash can ideas that will transform your vehicle from chaos to clean!

Upcycled Fabric Basket

Transform your ride with a chic DIY car trash can that combines style and function.
Transform your ride with a chic DIY car trash can that combines style and function.

Turn an old fabric basket into a chic car trash can. Just a bit of fabric glue and some imagination will do the trick.

Possibly handy products:

  • Heavy-Duty Fabric Glue: Securely attach materials with ease, making your DIY project both fun and durable.
  • Chic Fabric Patterns: Add style to your DIY car trash can with on-trend fabric designs.
  • Leather Trim Strips: Enhance the look of your upcycled fabric basket with sleek leather trim for a classy touch.

Fabric Tote Trash Can

Elevate your car's style with this DIY fabric tote trash can—where functionality meets craftsmanship.
Elevate your car’s style with this DIY fabric tote trash can—where functionality meets craftsmanship.

Grab a piece of fabric and stitch up a small tote with a handle that can hang from your gear shift or backseat pocket. I love using bold prints to add a bit of personality to my car interior.

Explore these options:

  • Bold Print Fabric: Choose vibrant fabric prints to craft a stylish and personalized car trash tote effortlessly.
  • Sewing Kit: Get a complete sewing kit to easily stitch your DIY car trash can with precision.
  • Fabric Cutting Scissors: Use sharp fabric scissors to achieve clean cuts for your car trash tote project.

Foldable Trash Box

Elevate your car's interior with this handcrafted foldable trash box—where style meets practicality.
Elevate your car’s interior with this handcrafted foldable trash box—where style meets practicality.

Create a foldable trash box from cardboard and fabric. It’s perfect for saving space and keeping things neat.

Some ideas to consider:

  • Cardboard Sheets for Crafting: Enhance your project with durable cardboard sheets perfect for creating sturdy, foldable trash boxes.
  • Fabric Adhesive: Securely attach fabric to your cardboard and ensure a neat finish for your trash box.
  • Durable Fabric Sheets: Choose high-quality fabric sheets to cover your trash box, adding style and durability.

Hanging Trash Bags

Transform your car's interior with this sleek DIY hanging trash bag—where functionality meets style.
Transform your car’s interior with this sleek DIY hanging trash bag—where functionality meets style.

A simple hanging trash bag can be crafted from a strong plastic bag with reinforced handles. Hang it over the back of a seat for easy access.

Give these a look:

  • Reusable Hanging Car Trash Bags: Keep your car clean and tidy with easy-to-install reusable hanging trash bags.
  • Heavy Duty Plastic Bags with Handles: Opt for durable plastic bags with handles for convenient trash management on the go.
  • Car Seat Headrest Hooks: Enhance your car organization with headrest hooks for hanging trash bags securely.

Recycled Canvas Bag

Elevate your car's interior with a touch of craftsmanship: a recycled canvas bag turned into a sleek, eco-friendly trash can.
Elevate your car’s interior with a touch of craftsmanship: a recycled canvas bag turned into a sleek, eco-friendly trash can.

A recycled canvas bag makes for a sturdy trash can. Add a loop to hang it on your dashboard for easy reach.

Useful items to consider:

  • Reusable Canvas Bag with Hanging Loop: Easily convert this sturdy bag into a car trash can with an included hanging loop.
  • Heavy-Duty Carabiner Clip: Secure your canvas bag effortlessly with this durable carabiner clip for stability in your car.
  • Waterproof Trash Bag Liners: Ensure your car stays clean with these waterproof liners designed for easy bag maintenance.

Repurposed Cereal Box

Craftsmanship meets utility: Elevate your car's interior with this sleek DIY trash can.
Craftsmanship meets utility: Elevate your car’s interior with this sleek DIY trash can.

Why not give that empty cereal box a second life as a trash can? Cover it with contact paper for extra sturdiness and a dash of style.

Check these products out:

  • Adhesive Contact Paper: Transform your cereal box with stylish contact paper for added sturdiness and visual appeal.
  • Multi-purpose Scissors: Cut and trim materials precisely to fit your cereal box, ensuring a neat finish effortlessly.
  • Decorative Washi Tape: Add colorful patterns to your trash can with easy-to-apply decorative washi tape.

Cupholder Caddy

Upgrade your ride's interior with this stylish DIY cupholder caddy trash bin—where elegance meets convenience.
Upgrade your ride’s interior with this stylish DIY cupholder caddy trash bin—where elegance meets convenience.

Transform a cupholder caddy into a mini trash bin by lining it with a small bag. It’s perfect for keeping snack wrappers in check.

A few things you might like:

  • Flexible Silicone Cupholder Insert: Adjust your cupholder space effortlessly. Keep trash contained with this flexible silicone insert.
  • Disposable Small Trash Bags: Stock up on small trash bags. Ensure your car remains tidy and clutter-free with ease.
  • Compact Car Organizer: Organize your cupholder space effectively. Store essentials and control trash in a neat fashion.

Plastic Tub Transformation

Transform your ride with this stylish DIY car trash can made from a simple plastic tub.
Transform your ride with this stylish DIY car trash can made from a simple plastic tub.

An old plastic tub can easily be turned into a car trash can. Just line it with a plastic bag and you’ve got a practical, portable solution.

Products that could assist:

  • Plastic Storage Bin: Transform your car cleanliness with a sturdy plastic bin, perfect for trash containment.
  • Disposable Trash Bag Liners: Keep your car trash easy to manage with disposable liners that fit snugly in bins.
  • Rubber Anti-Slip Mat: Secure your car trash can with a non-slip mat to prevent any unwanted movement.

Customized Plastic Container

Transform your car's interior with this DIY decorative trash can—where functionality meets style.
Transform your car’s interior with this DIY decorative trash can—where functionality meets style.

Get creative with a plastic container by wrapping it in decorative duct tape. This is a quick and fun way to make a custom trash can.

A few suggestions:

  • Decorative Duct Tape Set: Transform your plastic container with vibrant duct tape designs. Create a unique and stylish look!
  • Medium Plastic Storage Container with Lid: Choose a sturdy plastic container as your trash can base. Perfect for keeping your car tidy!
  • Self-Adhesive Velcro Strips: Secure the container in place with Velcro strips. Ensure your trash can stays steady while driving!

Sewn Fabric Pouch

Elevate your car's interior with a stylish, hand-sewn trash pouch—practicality meets craftsmanship!
Elevate your car’s interior with a stylish, hand-sewn trash pouch—practicality meets craftsmanship!

For those who love sewing, create a small fabric pouch with a drawstring closure. This was one of my first projects and it still hangs proudly in my car!

These products might help:

  • Cotton Fabric Bundle: Explore various colors and designs to craft your own custom car trash pouch. Personalize your ride!
  • Drawstring Cord: Ensure easy closure and secure items with durable drawstring cords. Keep your vehicle mess-free!
  • Sewing Thread Set: Choose from a variety of thread colors for sturdy and stylish pouch-making. Seamlessly craft away!
Sara Bennett
Author Sara Bennett

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