The long plastic twist ties that hold toys to packages are some of the most simple yet versatile tools out there. Best of all – they’re free! I always save the long ones and put them in my craft bin until I need them. Here are some of the things we’ve used them for over the years:
- baby/toddler proofing cabinets
- holding pens/pencils together in a drawer
- emergency cotter pin
- makeshift bolt or hinge pin
- makeshift clamp for crafting
- attaching items to belt loops or other handles
- suspending plastic tablecloths from the ceiling to imitate a circus tent.
- entertaining small kids by making shapes while in line/stuck in traffic
- hanging toy bags from the backs of the front vehicle seats
- an egg dipper for dyeing Easter eggs
- hair tie
- securing extension cords
- holding plants upright
- use instead of string or wire for small children to practice bead stringing
I know there have to be other uses for these things – what ways have you found to make use of them?
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