How to Reuse Your Paper Coffee Cup #1

Americans use an estimated 50 billion paper cups every year, and by any estimate, nearly every cup is tossed away after a single use without so much as a thought to extending its life.  Driven by a growing understanding of environmental issues, we have become increasingly aware of the importance of recycling and reuse.  And while recycling has been a key focus, more Americans are realizing that reuse is an even better way to reduce waste. 

So over the next series of posts, we’ll offer alternatives to the single use of the one and only, genuine original Anthora paper coffee cup – some silly, some serious, and more than a few fundamentally practical solutions.

A used paper cup in a game of shooting craps can be a simple and effective way to shake and roll the dice while keeping them contained. This method can be useful in casual games where players want a fair roll without dice bouncing wildly off the table.  Just place the dice inside the paper cup, hold the cup in one hand, and shake the cup vigorously for a few seconds to ensure the dice tumble properly inside.  Quickly tip it over and release the dice onto the playing surface.  This simple technique allows players to maintain a controlled and fair game while giving the coffee cup a second life.