Double Duty
Several of our collected products are called upon to do double duty. Here are some you may not have considered as having alternate uses. The Galvanized Feed Scoop when stood on end makes a great kitchen caddy for long handled tools. 4-Way Rubber Bands circumvent the need for ribbon on gifts. The Can Opener works particularly well opening sealed plastic packaging. Use the Nail Brush to clean the grout in hard to reach corners.
3 QUART GALVANIZED FEED SCOOP: Galvanized steel feed scoop from an Equestrian supply company, this tool comes in handy for many things from scooping dog food to potting soil. Rust resistant. Made in the USA. Measures: 6 ½” diameter x 8 ½” high.
4 WAY RUBBER BANDS: These bands stretch four ways to hold objects of any shape: books, catalogs or even round film-reel cans. They also make a great alternative to ribbon for gift wrapping. Made of pure, seamless, natural rubber. Bag of 10. Made in the USA.
CAN OPENER: Made entirely in France, these can openers are of superior quality. Chrome-plated tempered steel body is rust resistant, and incredibly durable. Crimps edges of can as it opens to dull otherwise sharp lids. Small size makes it ideal for picnics, or overcrowded kitchen drawers. Opens cans of any size. Made in France. Measures: 2 ½” wide x 1 ¼” high.
NAIL BRUSH: Made in Sweden by visually impaired craftsmen, these beautifully constructed brushes harken back to better times when things were made to last. Two brush angles offer excellent opportunities to clean hands and nails completely. Oil treated oak and tampico fiber. Hand stitched. Measures: 4” long x 1 ½” wide x 1 ¼” high.
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At the Museum of Useful Things, we take great pride in our collection of well made utilitarian items, and are always looking for ways to enhance our collection. We'd like to become a resource for useful information as well as good design. If you have questions or suggestions please call us at 1.866.497.1221 or send us an email.
