The tabs of aluminum cans hide a secret that few people know.

Aluminum rings can be used in a variety of creative and practical ways. Here are a few ideas:

Double Hangers – Place one ring on the hook of one hanger and hang another hanger underneath to maximize the space in your closet.

Makeshift Fasteners – If a zipper pull breaks, you can replace it with a metal washer.

Crafts and Jewelry – By connecting several rings together, you can make bracelets, necklaces, or even decorative curtains.

Homemade Keychains – If you need a ring to organize your keys, a ring can work temporarily.

Cable Organizer – Connect several rings together to route cables and prevent them from tangling.

Picture hangers – Screw a ring onto the back of a picture to hang it on the wall.

Seam reinforcements – Attached to backpacks or belts, they can serve as small reinforcements for attaching carabiners.

Recycled art – Some people create sculptures or mosaics from thousands of rings lined up together.

Straw holders – Cut out a ring and slide it over a glass to hold a straw in place.

With a little creativity, you can transform these small items into useful tools in addition to their original purpose.