6. Turn It Into a Small Emergency Kit for Your Purse
This is one of those ideas that seems unnecessary until the exact moment you need it.
Use an old case to create a tiny “just in case” kit.
Depending on your needs, you could keep things like:
Safety pins
A few bandages
Stain-removing wipes
Hair ties
Small tissues
Sewing supplies
Spare buttons
Think of it as a miniature problem-solving kit.
It’s not meant to replace a full emergency kit. It’s simply there for those annoying little situations that happen during the day.
A broken strap? Safety pin.
Loose button? Needle and thread.
Tiny clothing stain? Cleaning wipe.
Problem solved!
7. Protect Small Jewelry While Traveling
Traveling with jewelry can get messy quickly.
Necklaces tangle.
Earrings disappear.
Rings get lost in the bottom of a bag.
An old eyeglass case can provide a protective little home for a small collection of jewelry.
For delicate pieces, you can add a small piece of soft fabric or tissue to provide extra separation.
A little organization goes a long way
You might keep your everyday earrings in one case and a necklace or two in another.
Just avoid overcrowding it. The goal is to prevent pieces from rubbing together or becoming tangled.
8. Store Small Office Supplies
Your desk probably has a drawer full of tiny things you don’t want to lose.
Paper clips.
Binder clips.
Thumbtacks.
Rubber bands.
Small erasers.
USB adapters.
An eyeglass case can turn into a miniature office organizer.
I especially like this idea for people who don’t have a dedicated home office. The case can sit neatly inside a desk drawer or be carried from room to room.
And when you need those tiny supplies?
Open the case.
There they are.
No rummaging required.
9. Make a Little Travel Activity Kit for Kids
If you’re traveling with children, you know that having a few small distractions available can be a lifesaver.
An old eyeglass case can hold a tiny activity kit containing age-appropriate items such as crayons, small pencils, stickers, or other compact craft supplies.
The case itself becomes part of the fun because it gives children their own little container to open and explore.
For very young children, avoid small pieces that could pose a choking hazard, and supervise them appropriately.
Make one for the car, too
You could keep a small activity case in a travel bag so you’re not frantically searching for something entertaining when everyone starts asking, “Are we there yet?”
10. Create a Portable Mini Tool or Repair Kit
Here’s another surprisingly useful idea.
If the case is sturdy enough, use it to hold a few tiny tools or repair items.
Depending on the size, you might fit:
Small screwdriver bits
Hex keys
Spare screws
Mini measuring tape
Small hardware pieces
Cable ties
It’s perfect for those little household repairs where you don’t need an entire toolbox.
Just make sure sharp or pointed tools are secured properly and that the case is strong enough to contain them safely.
Other Things You Can Store in an Old Eyeglass Case
Once you start thinking about these cases as miniature containers, the possibilities get ridiculous.
You could use them for:
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