eating-aids – Cracked It https://cracked-it.org Enabling you to do what you want to do Fri, 14 Oct 2016 10:45:02 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.2 https://cracked-it.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/logo_REDUCED-200x150.jpg eating-aids – Cracked It https://cracked-it.org 32 32 Padded foam handles https://cracked-it.org/padded-foam-handles/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=padded-foam-handles https://cracked-it.org/padded-foam-handles/#respond Thu, 20 Oct 2016 13:04:36 +0000 https://cracked-it.org/?p=1813 52f898c1ce8b83fc11b41bb4eb7e59d5

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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]]> https://cracked-it.org/padded-foam-handles/feed/ 0 DIY Straw Holder https://cracked-it.org/diy-straw-holder/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=diy-straw-holder https://cracked-it.org/diy-straw-holder/#respond Fri, 14 Oct 2016 10:38:08 +0000 https://cracked-it.org/?p=1825

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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Via Thingiverse

It seems to work for this kiddo! Will it work for you?

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]]> https://cracked-it.org/arm-spork/feed/ 0 Chopstick helper https://cracked-it.org/chopstick-helper/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chopstick-helper https://cracked-it.org/chopstick-helper/#respond Wed, 28 Sep 2016 15:51:59 +0000 https://cracked-it.org/?p=1671 Chopstick_helper

Via Youmagine

A funky little helper to make using chopsticks simple.

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A right angled cutlery holder – this could be the perfect for eating out in restaurants or cafes when you don’t want to bring your own cutlery!

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]]> https://cracked-it.org/right-angled-cutlery-holder/feed/ 0 Pluck – Ringpull can opener https://cracked-it.org/pluck-ringpull-can-opener/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pluck-ringpull-can-opener https://cracked-it.org/pluck-ringpull-can-opener/#respond Wed, 28 Sep 2016 14:42:48 +0000 https://cracked-it.org/?p=1632 IMG_20151015_205258298_preview_featured

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Sometimes the simplest fixes are the best. This 3D printable ringpull opener would easily fit in a purse or wallet for using on the go when you’re in need of a fizzy sugar fix!

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]]> https://cracked-it.org/pluck-ringpull-can-opener/feed/ 0 3D printed utensil gripping aid https://cracked-it.org/3d-printed-utensil-gripping-aid/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=3d-printed-utensil-gripping-aid https://cracked-it.org/3d-printed-utensil-gripping-aid/#respond Wed, 28 Sep 2016 14:33:52 +0000 https://cracked-it.org/?p=1626 IMG_20150526_212613_preview_featured

Via Thingiverse

This simple aid could help you get a grip on kitchen utensils – give this one a try and see if you find any more uses!

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