Clever Binder Clip Hacks

32 Clever Binder Clip Hacks

Clever Binder Clip Hacks You’ll Wish You’d Known Sooner

Binder clips are one of those humble office supplies most of us already own—yet they’re wildly underrated. Durable, inexpensive, and endlessly versatile, these little clips can solve everyday problems all over your home. From organizing cords to upgrading gift wrap storage, here are clever and creative ways to put binder clips to work far beyond your desk.

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There are so many innovative uses for binder clips. Here is a list of over two dozen ideas. These are in no particular order.

Kitchen & Food Storage Hacks

• Chip clip alternative: Use a binder clip to seal open bags of chips or snacks and keep them fresh longer.

• Toothpaste control: Roll the end of your toothpaste tube and clip it so the toothpaste stays pushed toward the tip—no more wasted product.

• Recipe holder: Clip recipe cards to a binder clip and stand it upright on the counter while cooking a new dish.

• Ribbon control: Prevent ribbon spools from unraveling by clipping the loose end in place.

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Organization & Office Solutions

• Bill organizer: Group bills by month or category with binder clips for easy access.

• To-do list holder: Clip your to-do list to a binder clip and prop it up so it’s always visible.

• Cord control: Use binder clips at the back of a media unit to organize and separate charging cords and cables.

• Bookmark substitute: Slide a binder clip onto your page to mark your spot—perfect for planners and cookbooks.

• Display art or books: Attach binder clips to a wall using thumbtacks to create an easy, rotating display for artwork, photos, or lightweight books.

• Desk photo stand: Stand a binder clip upright to display photos, notes, or reminders on your desk.

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Craft, DIY & Creative Uses

• Craft storage: Clip binder clips onto small baskets and hang them from wall hooks for craft or office supplies.

• Doll clipboards: Mini binder clips make perfect clipboards for dolls or toys.

• Gift wrap keeper: Wrap paper rolls tightly and clip them so they don’t unravel in storage.

• Wine glass charms: Decorate binder clips with washi tape and clip them onto wine glass stems for easy guest identification.

• Place card holders: Stand decorated binder clips upright and use them as name card holders for parties or dinners.

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Travel & On-the-Go Hacks

• Earbud organizer: Wrap earbuds neatly and secure them with a binder clip to prevent tangling.

• Razor blade cover: Clip a binder clip over a razor blade to safely store it in your overnight bag.

• Money clip: A gold binder clip makes a sleek and minimalist money or credit card holder.

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Home & Closet Solutions

• Sponge dryer: Clip a binder clip onto a wet sponge and stand it upright so it dries faster.

• Boot storage: Use sturdy binder clips to hang boots by the tops in your closet, saving floor space and helping them keep their shape.

• Magnet clips: Attach magnets to binder clips and use them on your refrigerator to hold notes, lists, or photos.

• Clothespin substitute: Binder clips work just as well—often better—for sealing bags or hanging lightweight items.

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Final Thoughts

Binder clips prove that the simplest tools often have the biggest impact. With a little creativity, this everyday office supply can help you organize, protect, display, and simplify countless parts of your life. Before buying specialty organizers or gadgets, take a look in your desk drawer—you might already have the perfect solution.

Small clip. Big potential.

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• Use them to hold your pen or pencil onto a textbook or notepad.
• Keep your tablecloth down during a windy outdoor picnic.
• Use them to clip garbage bags down at an outdoor party or picnic.
• Clip it to a desk to hang and keep different cords organized.
• Simply Clip them to a wire rack in the refrigerator to stop bottles from rolling.
• Binder clips make great key rings.
• Use them on a wire rack in the freezer to hang frozen bags to allow for extra storage.
• Use them to help hold things up during the staging process for photos.

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This post was originally published on April 27 2017 and has since then been updated and approved.