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Quick Way to Find the End of the Tape
Mar 26, 2008
If, like me, you have fought with a roll of clear packing tape trying to find the end, here is a simple solution. Stick a plastic bag tab, the kind used to close the bag on a loaf of bread, under the end of the tape.
Now when you need some tape, just grab the tab and pull off what you need from the roll. Cut the tape to length, then stick the tab back on the end of the roll. Press down firmly on the tape to lock the bag tab in place. Everything is set for the next time.
Drawing by Jim Richey.
Drawing by Jim Richey.
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