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Open shrink-wrapped CDs Opening shrink-wrap, especially on CDs, can be a test of skill and patience! Save your fingernails and teeth from destruction. Twist out the end of a paper clip and slice the wrap. To prevent scratches, slip the clip under the folded section of wrap and lift up.
Use as hooks for hanging Paper clips make great impromptu hooks. Making a hanging ceramic plaque? Insert a large, sturdy paper clip on the back before the clay hardens.
Use as zipper pull Don't throw away your jacket or pocketbook just because the zipper pull broke. Untwist a small paper clip enough to slip it through the hole. Twist it closed and zip! For a more decorative look, thread beads over the paper clip or glue on sequins before closing.
Hold the end of transparent tape Got a roll of transparent tape without a dispenser? Don't drive yourself nuts trying to locate and lift the end of the tape. Stick a paper clip under the end the next time you use the roll.
Make a bookmark Paper clips make great bookmarks because they don't fall out. A piece of ribbon or colorful string attached to the clip will make it even easier to use and find.
Pit cherries Need a seedless cherry for a recipe? Don't like to pit the cherry while you're eating it? Clip it to pit it! Over a bowl or sink, unfold a clean paper clip at the center and, depending on cherry size, insert either the clip's large or small end through the top. Loosen pit and pull. To de-pit cherries but leave stems intact, insert the clip in the bottom. Cherry juice stains, so watch your clothing.
Extend a ceiling fan chain Put away the step stool and put an end to your ballet routine while trying to reach a broken or too-short ceiling fan chain. To extend the chain, just fasten a chain of paper clips to its end.
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