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Budget DIY switch

October 30, 2016 in Solution

What a simple way to access switch operated toys and computers. be sure to click the ‘This Solution Helped Me’ button at the top of this page if you found this idea useful.

Padded foam handles

October 20, 2016 in Solution

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For a budget friendly way to create built up handles for cutlery, pens and toothbrushes, you can use a pack of foam hair rollers!

This video uses foam tubing purchased specifically for making built up handles.

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DIY Straw Holder

October 14, 2016 in Solution

Materials:

  • Ballpoint pen
  • Clothes peg

Tools:

  • Junior hacksaw
  • Hot glue gun
  • Sandpaper
  • Craft knife

Method:

  • Remove the nib and ink reservoir from the ballpoint pen
  • Mark and saw a section approx 3cm long
  • Sand the edges and use a blade to clean the inside edges
  • Using hot glue, fix the pen section to the peg and leave a moment to set
  • Enjoy your new straw holder!

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Zip Grip

September 29, 2016 in Solution

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Via Pinshape

The zip grip! For getting a handle on tiny zips, put this design to the test!

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Our sponsor charity DEMAND Design & Manufacture for Disability will be happy to help if you donā€™t have access to a 3D printer, just get in touch via their website.

Remember to click the ā€˜This Solution Helped Meā€™ button at the top of this page, or leave a comment letting us know how you got on with this solution!

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3D printed nail holder

September 29, 2016 in Solution

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A one piece design to hold nails and keep delicate fingers out of the way of the hammer, this one’s a must have in you toolkit!

Download the design files

Our sponsor charity DEMAND Design & Manufacture for Disability will be happy to help if you donā€™t have access to a 3D printer, just get in touch via their website.

Remember to click the ā€˜This Solution Helped Meā€™ button at the top of this page, or leave a comment letting us know how you got on with this solution!

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Tap lever

September 29, 2016 in Solution

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A slick looking design, 3D print your own tap lever today and give it a test!

Download the design files

Our sponsor charity DEMAND Design & Manufacture for Disability will be happy to help if you donā€™t have access to a 3D printer, just get in touch via their website.

Remember to click the ā€˜This Solution Helped Meā€™ button at the top of this page, or leave a comment letting us know how you got on with this solution!

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Crutch Clip

September 29, 2016 in Solution

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So small it will fit in your pocket! A 3D printable design for a crutch clip – that’s got to be worth testing!

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Our sponsor charity DEMAND Design & Manufacture for Disability will be happy to help if you donā€™t have access to a 3D printer, just get in touch via their website.

Remember to click the ā€˜This Solution Helped Meā€™ button at the top of this page, or leave a comment letting us know how you got on with this solution!

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Drawer opening assistant

September 29, 2016 in Solution

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A no-grip drawer pull for anyone that is unable to grip and pull the drawer knob. Why not give this fix a go!

Download the design files

Our sponsor charity DEMAND Design & Manufacture for Disability will be happy to help if you donā€™t have access to a 3D printer, just get in touch via their website.

Remember to click the ā€˜This Solution Helped Meā€™ button at the top of this page, or leave a comment letting us know how you got on with this solution!

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Bottle top opener

September 29, 2016 in Solution

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A little extra leverage to twist off that bottle cap…

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Our sponsor charity DEMAND Design & Manufacture for Disability will be happy to help if you donā€™t have access to a 3D printer, just get in touch via their website.

Remember to click the ā€˜This Solution Helped Meā€™ button at the top of this page, or leave a comment letting us know how you got on with this solution!

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Kindle Page turner

September 29, 2016 in Solution

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Via Instructables

If you struggle with the little buttons on your Kindle, this 3D printed sleeve with easy to press buttons might help!

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Our sponsor charity DEMAND Design & Manufacture for Disability will be happy to help if you donā€™t have access to a 3D printer, just get in touch via their website.

Remember to click the ā€˜This Solution Helped Meā€™ button at the top of this page, or leave a comment letting us know how you got on with this solution!

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