No more need for staples or paper clips: a hairpin can group several sheets together , practical for organizing your papers in an instant .

A discreet tutor for your plants
Some stems that are too thin are leaning under their own weight ? A well-placed pin will keep them straight without damaging the plant .

Smart solutions for everyday life

Replace a curtain tie

If your curtain tieback has gone missing , a hair pin will do the trick to hold the fabric in place temporarily .

A quick fashion tip
A shirt button that pops off in the middle of a date? Pin it back in place until you can sew it back on.

Keep your shoes in shape
Fabric sneakers or soft shoes lose their shape easily in the closet. Slip a pin between the sole and the upper to keep them in shape.

An improvised key ring
Need to keep a key handy? Attach it to a hairpin and clip it to your bag or belt . A small accessory, a big help!

An essential to rediscover
Hairpins aren’t just hair accessories . Their usefulness goes far beyond that, simplifying many of our daily hassles. Next time you find one at the bottom of a drawer, think about these handy tips… and give it a second life!