What are the 9 creative uses for cable ties? As we all know, cable tie is a common and practical tool. While they are often used to bundle and organize cables and wires in work and daily life, their uses extend far beyond that. They have many unexpected applications. This article will introduce 9 creative and practical uses for cable ties, bringing more convenience and fun to us.
9 Creative Uses for Cable Ties
1. Keychain DIY
How to make a keychain using a cable tie? It’s simple: just thread a cable tie through all your keys and lock it in place. You’ll have a creative keychain in no time!
2. Space-Saving Wardrobe Organizer
Too many clothes in the closet and not enough space to hang them? The solution is simple: link multiple cable ties together cut off the excess, and hang the “tie chain” on a hanger. This will significantly improve your wardrobe’s space utilization!
3. DIY Binder
First, use a hole punch to punch holes in the sheets you want to bind, then choose some thin cable ties to thread through the holes individually. For the cable tie size, we choose 1.8*60mm for reference. To learn more about how to choose the right size of nylon cable ties, you can refer to the article” Choosing Right Cable Tie Sizes in 3 Steps: A Simple Guide“
4. Repairing a Fan
When the screws connecting the two grilles of your fan have loosened after years of use and you don’t have the right tools, simply use a few cable ties of appropriate width. Secure the two grilles tightly together with the cable ties and cut off the excess. It’s quick and convenient! You can find the video we posted on Youtube.
5. Soup Spoon Holder
Have you ever experienced your soup spoon constantly slipping and even falling into the soup bowl while eating? The solution is simple: use a cable tie. Just tie the cable tie around the spoon at a suitable position slightly higher than the rim of the bowl. This will keep the spoon securely in place.
6. Tape Cutting Tool
Every time you finish using tape, finding scissors or a tool to cut it can be frustrating. Just use a nylon cable tie. Wrap a heavy-duty cable tie around the tape roll, cut off the excess, and when you use the tape, just use the sharp end of the tie to cut the tape. When not in use, rotate the sharp end inward to avoid injury.
Note: Make sure the tie can rotate around the tape roll and that the cut end is sharp enough for easy cutting. We used 6.0mm wide cable ties for this.
7. Liquid Soap Dispenser Limiter
Do you find that one pump of liquid soap is too much? Use a cable tie around the neck of the dispenser to limit the amount dispensed, saving soap.
8. Multi-Functional Clothes Hanger
How to modify a hanger to hang socks or other small clothes? Fix multiple cable ties to the hanger, then hang the socks or clothes on them. It’s simple and prevents slipping.
9. Lighter Safety Lock
To prevent accidental ignition, secure a cable tie around the trigger of the lighter, similar to the soap dispenser limiter. This ensures maximum safety when the lighter is not in use.
Discovering these various uses for cable ties shows how their creative applications extend far beyond our imagination, bringing great convenience to our daily lives. In our past article “7 Innovative Uses of Cable Ties,” we also shared some creative uses for nylon cable ties. Hopefully, these creative uses will inspire you to find even more practical applications for cable ties.
