In the Garden
- Natural Fertilizer: Crush eggshells into a fine powder and sprinkle them in your garden soil or mix with compost to boost nutrients.
- Pest Deterrent: Scatter crushed eggshells around plants to deter pests like slugs, snails, and cutworms.
- Seed Starters: Use eggshells as biodegradable seed starters. Fill half an eggshell with soil, plant seeds, and later transplant the whole shell.
- Soil Amendment: Add crushed eggshells to garden soil to balance pH levels and provide a slow-release source of calcium.
In the Home
- Cleaning Agent: Crush eggshells and mix with soap and water to scrub pots, pans, and stubborn stains.
- Coffee Enhancer: Add crushed eggshells to coffee grounds before brewing to reduce bitterness.
- Drain Cleaner: Regularly flush drains with crushed eggshells to prevent clogs and ensure smoother water flow.
- DIY Chalk: Make sidewalk chalk by grinding eggshells, mixing with flour, water, and food coloring, and molding into sticks.
For Pets and Wildlife
- Bird Feed Supplement: Crush and bake eggshells to add to birdseed for a calcium boost.
- Dog Supplement: Ground eggshells can be added to dog food as a calcium supplement to strengthen bones and teeth.
Arts and Crafts
Mosaic Art: Dye eggshells and use them to create beautiful mosaics or decorations for art projects.
