We all know duct tape to be a universal fix it tool, but have you ever caught yourself grabbing something random to get you through a household task? Then thought to yourself, “Not too shabby.”

No? Well, you’re free to laugh when I tell you PVA is my duct tape.

Flip flops with a loose sole? Slap a little PVA on there.

A loose arm on your wooden chair? Polyvinyl acetate to the rescue.

Detached roller on the office furniture? Grab that handy tub of goo.

Hey, it works! And, those of us who have limited crafting activity, have plenty to spare.

Given the creative spirit that fuels this blog, I suspect many of you have quirky alternatives for your crafting supplies. From spot drying a shirt with your heat tool (careful with this one!) to tacks or starch for apartment wall coverings (courtesy of Apartment Therapy readers), share your unexpected moments of brilliance.

— Liz
PS colors: night & curry
Latest fave: Cavallini Wrapping Paper

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