We've all had that bittersweet moment, right?

We scoop those last leaves of tea into our infuser, finish off the last drop, and boom, all we have left of our favorite tea is the cute little tin in which it once lived and a promise to add more to our next order.

But what do we do with these tins now that the tea is gone? Throw them away? Store them in stacks? Place them on our desks in fond remembrance?

Well, if you've ever hoped to put these hardy little containers to good use, we've got some good ideas for you. Here are ten storage uses for all your empty tins.

1. Office Supplies

Everyone knows that it's easy for a work desk to get out of control, but with your tins, you can store all your paperclips, pushpins, staples, rubber bands and more in cute rows or stacks on your desk. Keep the clutter contained behind pics of your favorite characters, put your fandom on display, and as a bonus, have supplies in easy to-go containers if you ever have to take your project on the road.

2. Junk Drawer

Another common offender in the realm of storage, junk drawers can be even harder to wrangle than your desk at work. But by storing multiples of items in the same tin and organizing them in rows, you can tame that drawer of stamps, erasers, cough drops, lip balm, and any of your other smaller items in a snap. Pro tip: If you ever have too much of an item for one tin, consider putting them in stacks of multiple tins or removing the lid from your tin for more vertical storage.

3. Craft Supplies

Anyone who does crafts can tell you that it can involve a lot of little moving pieces and that those pieces often come in bulk. To keep everything in order, use empty tins to store extra supplies, group items you'll need for your next craft-a-thon, or organize a messy craft table. Sort supplies such as stitch-markers, beads, sequins, floss, needles, jewelry clasps, googly eyes, stickers and more by type, color, craft, or frequency of use; and utilize stacks, rows, craft boxes, or drawers to keep each tin in its rightful place.

Bonus tip: If you're hosting a class or giving a DIY gift kit, use tins before-hand to keep supplies organized for each student. Use tins from the same fandom if you're working on a themed craft, and use the tins as sorting trays if working in a shared space.

4. Pet Supplies

You can always reward yourself with a nice cup of tea, but what about when your furry friend deserves a little something extra? If you want to keep pet supplies or dog treats on hand while you're out for a walk or drive, consider putting those tasty morsels inside of one of your tins. Easy to clean, re-usable, and tough enough to keep those treats from crumbling, these fit-in-your-pocket-sized tins make a great choice to keep your buddy happy when you go out.

5. Earbud Holders

Speaking of travel, if you've ever had to deal with tangled ear bud cords or crinkled wires on your morning commute, this next suggestion is for you. Simply wind your ear bud cords up in your favorite tin, and then throw them into your pocket, back-pack, or purse to have them ready at hand. Save on cords by reducing damage, find them faster, and avoid getting them tangled in your keys, pens, or other belongings.

6. Jewelry

Another travel hack for tea tins is using them to store jewelry. Wrap rings, earrings, bracelets, or necklaces in cloth of foam before placing in your tin, then throw them into a side pocket of your luggage for easy access. If you're taking more than one piece, simply add a post-it with a list of all the items you brought to the back or inside of the tin to make sure nothing gets lost on the way home.

Bonus tip: If you sell jewelry, consider using tins to display items at your booth. Place foam or fabric in the back of each tin and then simply hook your rings or earrings in or lay out your necklaces and bracelets before setting them out at your table. It will look much cuter than putting them in bags and will help each item stand out more than hanging them all on a rack. Plus, with tins that are easy to sort and stack in a larger box or suitcase, cleanup at the end of the show is a breeze.

7. Cleaning Cloth

For those of use with glasses or other high-tech lenses, it's important to always have a cleaning cloth on hand. Instead of carrying around a full glasses case, consider throwing your cleaning cloth into a tin and throwing that in your bag instead. Or, if you have high tech equipment that regularly needs cleaning, such as camera lenses or other screens, consider adding this to your on-the-go kit.

8. Cable Connectors

On a similar note, if you have cable connectors and cords that are always getting lost or tangled, consider organizing them in your tins. Perfectly sized to fit in pockets or drawers, use them to create a modular system for getting just the right cords and connectors for every situation.

Bonus tip: If you frequently mix up which connectors go with which device, add a post-it note to the back of the tin with the name of the connector, what it's for, and what devices you have that use it. Then organize your collection by connector or device.

9. Spices

Want a fun way to brighten up your kitchen? Consider putting commonly used spices in tins to keep on your counter. Use post-it notes to add labels and dates as needed to keep things fresh, and enjoy the ease of scooping out a pinch of pepper or spoonful of sugar on the fly.

Bonus tip: If you're doing prep work in the kitchen and want to pre-mix some of your spices, consider tossing them into a tin. Or, if you're giving a cute gift like a hot cocoa mix, consider putting add-ins like peppermint pieces or marshmallows in a similarly themed tin.

10. More tea!

What's the most obvious use for an old tin? Storing more tea of course! Whether taking tea on the go to a friend, giving a gift, or just re-filling your reserves from your larger bag, one of the best uses for an old tea tin is simply to use it again. Easy to wash, specially designed to keep your tea from spilling or going stale, sometimes the easiest solution really is the simplest one.