Getting rid of video tapes

[RudeKittyLuvsTesla]

We had hundreds. I hang my head at how many we had. If y'all have video cassette movies and think about passing them along, there is a great need at the VA hospital. Through freecycle, we found a gentleman who goes once a month to deliver whatever books and movies he collects for distraction for the soldiers. We sent all of ours up there and it got me thinking that if anyone else is wondering what to do with theirs in this digital age, the VA would be a happy recipient.

 

[Wifezilla]

Great idea

 

[Boogity]

Wow! That really is a great idea. I have an appointment next month and I'll have a shopping bag full of them with me. Thanks.

 

[piecemaker]

Thanks for the tip. Now I know what to do with all those books we have

piecemaker

 

[Beanie]

If anyone crochets....you can use the tape to crochet tote bags for the grocery store. They are surprisingly tough and can hold a lot of weight.

Here is a pattern for making a purse - adjust for size.

http://www.myrecycledbags.com/2011/05/08/recycled-video-tape-purse/

 

[THEFAN]

We had a yard sale this past weekend and put all our VHS tapes out and mostly older people bought them. At 50cents each where can you go wrong but giving them to the VA is a awsome idea. Tahnk you

 

[Marianne]

Yes, that is a great idea!
Brings up other needy people, halfway houses, women's shelters, etc

 

[RudeKittyLuvsTesla]

Brings up other needy people, halfway houses, women's shelters, etc

Ohhhh I like this idea very much. Shelters could use most anything you can donate. Thanks Marianne