How to Make an Ice Bucket

* 2 clean 1-gallon plastic milk jugs

* Box cutter or utility knife

* Duct tape

* 1 package heavy-duty aluminum foil

* Sharpie or permanent marker

* Scissors

Instructions:

Step 1: Preparation

1. Wash and thoroughly dry the two milk jugs.

2. Remove any labels or stickers.

3. Make sure the caps are tightly closed and watertight.

Step 2: Cutting the Jugs

4. Using a box cutter or utility knife, carefully cut off the bottom portion of one jug. The cutting line should be about halfway up the jug, creating two pieces: a larger top part and a smaller bottom part.

5. Repeat step 4 with the second jug.

Step 3: Assembling the Ice Bucket

6. Take the larger top part from one of the jugs and invert it.

7. Place the bottom part of the second jug (the one you haven’t cut) upside-down into the inverted top part, creating a container with two compartments – the top compartment for ice and the bottom compartment for meltwater.

8. Secure the two parts together using duct tape, wrapping it tightly around the seam to prevent water leakage.

Step 4: Adding the Foil Insulation

9. To improve the ice-keeping ability, wrap the outside of the ice bucket with aluminum foil.

10. Smooth out any wrinkles or creases to create a tight, reflective layer of insulation.

Step 5: Labeling the Bucket

11. Use a Sharpie or permanent marker to label the bucket, clearly marking “Ice” on the top compartment and “Water” on the bottom compartment. This labeling helps prevent confusion and ensures that the meltwater is not accidentally poured out with the ice.

Step 6: Final Touches

12. If you want to add some personalized flair to your ice bucket, feel free to decorate it with stickers, glitter, or paint.

13. Let any paint or decorations dry completely before using the ice bucket.

Your DIY ice bucket is now ready! Store it in the freezer until you need to fill it with ice and enjoy chilled beverages for your next party or gathering.