Clip a bobby pin onto your toothpaste tube and slide it up a little each time. In the end, you’ll get every last bit of toothpaste out of the tube.

Pry off the seals on beverages, peanut butter containers, and other products. It will keep you from destroying any fingernails in the process.

Bend a bobby pin until it is in the shape of a hook and remove the little safety tip at the end. Now, you can go fishing even if you managed to forget some of the supplies.

Replace a broken zipper tab by pushing a bobby pin through the eye. You’ll be able to pull the zipper back up and down again.

Push the pits of cherries and olives out with a bobby pin. It’s the perfect size for the job.

Hold a nail in place with a bobby pin instead of the tips of your fingers. This is particularly useful if you’re prone to hitting slightly off target with a hammer.

Create a perfectly dotted nail design with the end of a bobby pin. Just dip it in the nail polish and start creating.

Slide a bobby pin under the edge of the seal on an envelope. Pull it across and you will have an opened envelope with no damage to the letter inside.

Instead of using traditional pins and risking poking yourself, use bobby pins instead. They actually hold the material more securely in most cases, and with far less potential pain.

Temporarily fix wardrobe malfunctions until you have a chance to get home. Secure a broken button or a snapped bra strap with ease.

Use hair pins as food clips to keep your chips sealed and fresh for a while longer. Just fold the chip bag closed and slip a pin over it.

Reset electrical items with just a touch of the tiny red button that many have. The round tip shouldn’t cause any damage to the button.

Use a bobby pin the push through any gunk that may be trapped in your sink drain. Water will flow down the pipe once again.

Bend a bobby pin until it looks like a “W” and then wrap headphone cords around it. It will save them from getting tangled and damaged.

For smaller items, bobby pins can be used when you’re out of clothespins. Just slide them over the material to secure it to the line.

Slip a bobby pin over the page you want to find in a book. It will be easy to locate and is unlikely to get lost.

Bobby pins are actually really versatile when it comes to hairstyles as well. Create curls, tidy up a bun, or hold together French twists.

Instead of letting a tie fly everywhere, use a bobby pin in place of a tie pin. Just slide the bobby pin over both ends of the tie.

Use bobby pins creatively to make unique accessories. You can paint them to add some extra flare.

Dip the end of a bobby pin in eyelash glue and you will have just the right amount to work with. Then just apply it to the lashes.

Use a hair pin to unscrew something if you don’t have a screwdriver. It will take a little bit longer, but it will get the job done.

Fasten a loose belt by sliding a bobby pin over it. Your belt will sit flat instead of sticking out and ruining the look you were going for.

Some divers will throw a bobby pin into a pool and then dive in after it. If you like diving, this might be fun to try.

Slide a bobby pin through the clasp of a bracelet or necklace. Hold on to the bobby pin and it will keep the clasp in place to make it much easier to fasten.

If you will be traveling and don’t want to bring a giant spool of thread, wrap some around a bobby pin. You’ll be prepared for any travel emergencies of the clothing variety.

Contouring requires a compact and angular brush. This can be achieved by sliding a bobby pin halfway up the bristles of an ordinary makeup brush

If your t-shirt is too baggy, use bobby pins to bunch up any excess fabric. You’ll have a fitted shirt in no time at all.

Run a bobby pin along the tape on any packages you receive. You’ll be able to open them without the usual hassle.

If you’re painting or filling in a hole and can’t get the surface perfectly flat with the tools you have available, get out a bobby pin. You should be able to smoothly carve away any excess.

Use a bobby pin to fasten the end of a yarn strand into the ball of wool. I will keep everything from getting tangled and also keep knitting relaxing.

Make a chain quickly. This can be useful for jewelry or decorations.

Slip a bobby pin through the loop of an ornament and you have an easy way to attach it to the tree. They should stay firmly in place for the holiday.

Use a bobby pin to pin together important papers. You might find that it’s actually more secure than a paperclip.

Mark the end up tape with a bobby pin. You’ll never spend ages trying to find the end again.

Sample food with a bobby pin. You can stab the food or use a pin like mini chopsticks.

Secure your cash with a bobby pin. It will keep it together easily and without costing you extra for the price of a money clip.

If your pants are too long, fold them and secure them with a bobby pin. They will be instantly hemmed and easily reverted in case you need to switch between heels and flats.

Use a bobby pin to clip a note to a gift. Add some paint, gems, or beads to it for an added touch.

Did you know that you can pick a deadbolt with a bobby pin? Here’s how.

Slide a bobby pin into the center of a knot and work the knot loose. It’s much more effective than trying to tug at the edges of the knot.