These 70 Yard Signs Are Basically Comedy Gold

Yard signs everywhere! After election season, people are figuring out what to do with all those leftover signs. Instead of tossing them, some clever folks are giving these sturdy plastic signs a second life. We'll share some cool ideas in a sec...

The signs are tough and light, so perfect for DIY projects. And if you’re not feeling crafty, donating them is a winner too.

Apparently, some beekeepers use old signs to keep bees cozy, and some nonprofits recycle them for all kinds of good stuff.

Before you dump that old yard sign, think twice! They can end up boring in landfills, but with a little twist, they’re nearly indestructible bike basket liners or blank canvases for fresh signs (hello, comedy gold).

Here’s a fun one: Paint your old sign with chalkboard paint and suddenly it’s a message board, a kid’s toy, or even a retail sign. Or cut and glue it up into a storage box! Even the stakes get a new gig as plant labels. Talk about recycling like a pro!

Material matters! Signs made from corrugated polypropylene are the superhero of reusable signs. Plastic-coated paper? Not so much. Pro tip: Buy signs built to last and reuse them as much as you can. Ditch the date stamps and pick UV-resistant inks to keep things fresh season after season.

Storing signs like a champ? First, wipe them down and let dry. Check for any cracks or crushed parts - if it’s beat up, it’s not coming back. Keep stakes separate so they don’t turn into pokey stabbing tools during storage.

Stack signs flat with cardboard in between or stand them up in a cozy dry spot. No leaning against walls! A little labeled tape on the bundle with the event name and year will save your future self from a wild goose chase.