The humble binder clip is one of our favorite organizational tools—and not just in the workplace. Here are some clever ways to use binder clips throughout your home.
I use binder clips in the kitchen to reseal already opened bags of cookies and chips (they’re for the kids, I swear!). I find that they work much better than whatever resealable mechanism the product designers thought up.
3. To Ensure Wires Stay Put
Above: Annie and Kristina both use binder clips as a way to keep cords and chargers from slipping off nightstands and desks. Annie likes to use the Metal Paper Clamps ($7.25 for 4) from Walmart. Pictured is the Ellepi Metal Clip in yellow ($4 each), sold at Of a Kind. Photograph by Matthew Williams, styling by Alexa Hotz for Remodelista: The Organized Home.
4. To Keep Cords Neat for Travel
When I travel, I like to wrap chargers and ear buds and keep them contained with the help of binder clips. Read Smart Buy: Cord Tacos from Los Angeles–Based This Is Ground to learn why I am particular about making sure these wiry tech necessities don’t get tangled up.
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