I've always believed that you can fix just about anything with duct tape, olive oil, safety pins and a Sharpie. Add binder clips to the mix and the emergency hack kit is pretty much complete. As technology changes the nature of office supplies, the good old binder clip is seeing less and less paper in need of binding ... so put those isosceles triangles of spring steel to clever use in any of these applications.
1. Keep unruly wires tamed
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2. Fasten together a fabulous storage unit
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3. Display memorabilia and ephemera
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4. Store horizontal bottles securely in the refrigerator
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5. Turn a magnet into a magnet clip
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6. Make industrial-chic wine charms
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7. Hang art without hurting it
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8. Use as a money clip
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9. Keep your recipe book open while cooking
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10. Clip together a dress and choker
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11. Ditch the ouchie straight pins and clip instead
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12. Store cables in a sane manner
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13. Secure bike gear
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14. Make a smartphone stand
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15. Organize plugs at your desk
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16. Batten down canopies and tents against the wind
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This story was originally written for Treehugger. Copyright 2012.
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