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Uses For Binder Clips

Binder Clip on White BackgroundBinder clips are inexpensive and come in a variety of sizes. They are handy for a number of things other than holding paper together. This is a guide about uses for binder clips.
     

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Clip to Hold Your Cords in Place

I love the heavy duty clips to hold your cords in place. As long as you have a 'lip' that you can clip them to, they are great to use to thread your phone cords or other cords through.

I also use them to hold pens, or other things, and then you will have a 'holder'. They can then hook onto other things like a cup hook or a nail. If you really want to be creative, you can even decorate them with fabric, ribbon, a bow, or paper to go with your home decor. :-)

By CDC from FL

Black Paper Clip attached to edge of desk for cord Large paper clip attached to table for cord.
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Binder Clip to Contain Cords

Binder clip holding USB cordI am constantly taking photos, especially with this wonderful site! I leave my USB plugged into the computer then plug the camera end into the camera when I need it. Due to lack of space, I have to have my tower on the floor.

Being disabled, this means bending over in half to pick up the cord from the floor where it inevitably lands after I attempt to throw it on top of the tower.

I was retrieving the cord today when I saw a binder clip on the floor under the under support of the table. It hit me that I can hook it on the clip rather than hunt or bend over to find it.

Now, I know that most of you won't have my set up, table style or need. But, if you do, I hope this helps. It is within reach and now I don't even have to unwrap it but once to reach the camera.

PS: Sorry the shot isn't steller, but you get the picture - no pun intended

By Poor But Proud from Salem , OR

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Binder Clip For Small Artwork

Clip holding the plaque attached to the wall.I had this great little wooden plaque that kept falling over when I bumped the desk. It had no hole or hanger in the back, so I came up with this solution. I simply put a binder clip on it and hung it up. Simple. Fast. Done.

This also works in an office for paperwork, craft books, invoices, warranty pamphlets, etc.

Hope this helps!

By Sandi from Salem, OR

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Use Binder Clips in the Kitchen

I use binder clips in my kitchen. They keep chip bags closed tightly. Along with using on cold cereal bags or any bag that needs to stay closed inside of a box or on it's own.

I also use them to keep frozen vegetable bags tightly closed. The freezer does not hurt them and they are still easy to use. They are easier to use and handle than twisting wire.

By fun2go from Frankfort, IL

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Use Clips to Help Glue Items Together

Binder clips can be used for gluing items together. Some glues require pressing the items together for a few minutes. Binder clips are available in different sizes for different projects, help form a tight bond, and do not leave fingerprints or markings.

By Presto423 from Grand Rapids, MI

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Uses for Binder Clips

I use binder clips for everything! Not only do I use them for resealing food packages and holding paper, but for clothing as well. They are very useful for holding up too-long pyjama pants and minimizing waists that are too-big. I keep assorted sizes in a pretty jar in the kitchen so they are always on hand.

By Jenny from Cyprus

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Metal Binder Clips for Closing Bags

I have become so frustrated by chip clips. Or whatever other name they go by. Every time I'd use one, it would either break (cheap plastic) or it would pop off the bag that it's supposed to be clipping shut. They are also big and bulky, well at least for people who live in close quarters. Finally I found a solution that works ALL the time.

If you have any of the metal binder clips, use those. They will not pop off, they will grip tighter than any plastic device ever will, and if you fold the corners of your bags over before you roll the top down for closure, it gives a nearly air tight "seal". Also, they are cheaper than chip clips, take up much less space and can always be used as office supplies.

By Amy from CO

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Use Clips To Keep Food Fresh

I use these clips for closing bags of anything from herbs and spices to frozen veggies. They are easy to use and never come undone.

By katesnanna from Brisbane, Australia

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Metal Binder Clips for Closing Bags

A great way to re-close packages of frozen foods such as French Fries and large packages of veggies is with the Metal Binder Clips that are available in the office supply stores. I usually just cut a corner off the package, then fold it over a couple times and fasten it with the binder clip. I use the large size.

By Harlean


RE: Metal Binder Clips for Closing Bags

The way I do it when buying frozen veg or chips, is to cut a bit about 1/2 inch off the top of the bag and use it as a tie. (09/27/2004)

By reb1234

RE: Metal Binder Clips for Closing Bags

I buy a big package of small plastic clothes pins at the dollar store. These are great too! (09/28/2004)

By kimmcg

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