Silicone wristbands are cost-effective ways to promote your cause. They also make great giveaways for events and parties, but did you know that you can also reuse them well after the ink has worn off?
Instead of throwing them away or leaving them somewhere to collect dust, there are other creative ways to use them long after your supported cause or event has ended. For one thing, silicone wristbands are highly elastic, making them perfect for use as handgrips or binders. Some people can even use them as tags or as a base for making decorative trinkets.
If you’re looking for alternative and novel ways to reuse your old sports wristbands, event wristbands, or concert wristbands, then here are some quick ideas to get you started.
Package Seal
Small plastic bags and potato chip packs are some of the things you can use these wristbands on. Simply stretch the wristband to accommodate the size of the bag then wrap it around lengthwise to seal it.
Cable Binders
For electric wires and cables, you can use silicone wristbands to keep them organized. This prevents any tangled wires, like those from a desktop computer or a video game console attached to your TV. Simply group your wires together then twist the silicone wristband around to wrap them into neat groups.
Bottle and Jar Opener
Glass jars or plastic bottles can be hard to open at times. If you need something that can give you a firm grip on them, try putting a silicone wristband around it in order to keep them from slipping or moving from your hands. You can place the bracelet around the lid so you can hold it more securely and twist it off the jar.
Non-slip Chopping Board Holder
Old silicone bracelets also have uses in the kitchen. You can also wrap them on both sides of your chopping board to make non-slip grips. This works well especially for wet and slippery kitchen workspaces.
Travel Mug Grip
Wrapping multiple wristbands around your travel mug can give you a firm grip. It can also double as an insulator too. Simply place them around the middle of the mug and you’re good to go.
Phone Grip
Looking for cheap grip and protector for your smartphone? Try stretching your silicone wristband and let it hug the corners of your gadget. This gives you a non-slip grip that can also double as a shock absorber for your phone in case it falls. You can even use a box cutter or hobby knife to cut away holes in the band to allow for charging cables or holes for the power and volume buttons on the sides of the phone.
Seedling Pot Tags
Small pots can be labeled with these too. All you need to do is stretch the wristband to wrap around the pot, then reverse them and write on it with a marker to keep track of your plants.
Book Binders
If you’re packing books in your bag, you might want to find ways to keep them closed so the pages don’t get damaged on the way. One solution is to stretch the silicone wristband then wrap it around your book to keep it sealed.
Wrist Straps
These wristbands can also be worn as wrist straps on gadgets. All you need to do is tie the bracelet with a string using a sliding knot to the gadget’s strap holder. If the strap holder is big enough to thread the entire wristband, then you can also stretch it to tie it directly to the gadget.
Decorative Bracelet Base
If you’re feeling creative, then why not try decorating your used wristbands with fabric and other items? You can even string jewelry around them to make them truly your own. That way you can still use them as fashion accessories even after an event is over.
These are just some of the creative ways to recycle your used silicone wristbands. By reusing them, you can help reduce your environmental footprint and have handy tools to keep your home tidy as well.
