Cable Tie
While I’ve shown some fairly unique and outlandish uses for
cable ties in past blog posts, I haven’t said much about other, more realistic and practical uses. This post will be the common man’s post: what to do with cable ties when you aren’t cinching chords or organizing wires and cables. (Or creating lavish garments and works of art, for that matter)
Jewelry – While online, I have seen various people who’ve made actual jewelry out of cable ties. It is definitely surprising to see some of the results. What a great way to make a fashion statement!
Dryer Vent Cover Repair – I was reading online about how one man accidentally ripped the vent cover off his dryer screen. When gorilla glue failed,
cable ties saved the day!
Pony Tail Holder – Need a pony tail holder? Don’t get your hair in a bun. Make a statement. A simple
cable tie can do the trick.
Hub Cap Repair – I’ve had a college kid or two tell me about how they’ve used
cable ties to help hold a hub cap on an older car. While it’s not as glamorous as brand new shiny rims, I’m sure it’s still likely to turn some heads!
Boating – While I’m not an avid boater, I’ve read that
cable ties can be very useful for repair or on the water. One man who builds canoes uses them to hold boats together while the epoxy dries. I’ve also heard they make great depth markers for anchor chains since colored cable ties don’t fade with time.
Ornery Christmas Ornaments – Sometimes that ornament of St. Nick is just too heavy for the hook (probably from eating too many cookies). When all else fails, nothing restrains an overweight Santa like a
cable tie. Just make sure its green. Hanging your stockings by the chimney with care? Try a cable tie!
Clear cable ties can also add a unique frosty look to any wreath (see below)…making your ordinary wreath extraordinary!
What are some other practical, yet possibly unorthodox ways you’ve used
cable ties? Feel free to post them in the comments section below. We look forward to hearing about what you’ve done!
What are some other practical, yet possibly unorthodox ways you’ve used cable ties? Feel free to post them in the comments section below. We look forward to hearing about what you’ve done!
