The 55 people on this list are experts at coming up with creative solutions to common problems. Their ingenuity will both wow and amaze you.
For example, the man who used toilet paper as blinds for his windows. He had a privacy problem and he solved it in an epic fashion. However, that’s just one of the fascinating photos and stories we’ve gathered to share with you today.
Some of the techniques and strategies used to solve problems are borderline genius. Others are simply silly, in a good way. Just have a look for yourself and you’ll see what we mean. Which one of these inventive ideas is your favorite?
Every time that it rained, the gutter of this house flooded the yard with water. It made quite a mess. However, the homeowners found a beautiful way of redirecting the water to the street. They built a little river.
This airport toilet door was broken and wouldn’t stay shut. In order to use it, the man had to figure out a new way of keeping it closed. His jacket really came in handy that day.
In order to watch an eclipse of the sun, you need to have special glasses. Otherwise, the sun rays will damage your eyes. However, this guy figured he would make his own device with the pairs of sunglasses he already had. We’re not sure if his technique was scientifically sound, but apparently, it worked out okay.
It’s much easier to mow the grass with a lawnmower you can ride on instead of using the push ones. Brand new lawnmowers can get very expensive though. Luckily, it’s possible to make your own by repurposing old-fashioned technology.
“My orthodontist told me I’d have my braces on for Halloween. I thought I might as well take advantage of it,” the woman explained. She came up with quite the costume. She dressed up as Darla from the movie Finding Nemo.
Elderly individuals often have a difficult time using new electronic devices. Even getting the TV remote to work properly can pose a challenge for many people. However, this inventive son decided to solve the problem for his mother by covering up the majority of the buttons on the remote and clearly labeling the most important ones.
Here’s a tip for people who are moving homes: use trash bags to cover your clothes. It makes transporting them to the new destination super easy. The bags keep the clothes bundled together and prevents them from falling off of the hangers or getting dirty.
Tealight candles are typically used for accent lighting. When placed in a mason jar or other decorative vase, they create an amazing ambiance. However, if you have a bunch of them, they can also be used to boil water or cook food.
If you aren’t able to find a Christmas tree in time for the holiday season, don’t worry too much. There are other options. For example, you can build a wall tree in the corner of your home using nothing more than Christmas lights.
This kid’s mom told him he had to go outside to play. She was sick of him staying inside all day playing video games. It’s clear that he took her advice very seriously.
Fixing a bad tattoo can be a big challenge. However, this tattoo artist did an excellent job. Instead of covering up the original ink, he actually incorporated it into the new design.
Burger King was having a special where you could get a free drink if you brought your own cup. This kid took full advantage of it. He filled up two giant jugs with soda and continued on his way!
The teacher allowed the student to bring one handwritten notecard with her to the exam. The student utilized the space as much as possible. She used red and blue filters to double the number of notes that she could fit on the card.
This creative design encourages people to dispose of their cigarette butts properly. It asks them for their opinion on which space exploration franchise they like more. Fans feel compelled to cast their vote.
Instead of buying different decorations for multiple holidays, this person simply repurposed the same one. They took their Halloween butler and made him into a Christmas Santa Claus. The end result was hilariously awesome.
The hole in the back of the hat normally isn’t utilized. It’s just wasted space. However, this man found a great purpose for it. He uses it to hold his electronic devices.
The dog’s health condition turned out to have some unexpected consequences. It caused him to become Internet famous. The owners took a bad problem and turned it into an opportunity to have some fun.
Not only are cats great companions, but they also make great phone holders. They are always trying to jump up on the bed and hang out with people, so we might as well put them to good use, right? The cats don’t mind one bit.
Paper clips have the bad habit of ending up everywhere. They can easily create a lot of clutter in a drawer. However, this guy found a simple solution to the problem. He used his magnetic action figure, Magneto, to gather them up.
Tying a weight on top of a carpet cleaner is an easy way to improve its performance. It will make the cleaner more effective at pulling up all of the dirt and stains. If you add enough weight, it can even double as a workout.
When you’re on the go and need to fix a broken car mirror in a pinch, you can use a handheld mirror. Just tape it to your car. It’s a great temporary fix.
Losing a car to the ocean sounds devastating. However, it’s not a total loss. The car might not be drivable anymore, but at least it still serves a purpose. It’s now the best sunbathing spot on the beach.
This jacket incorporated reflective print to make it easier for cars to see it at night. The effect becomes very apparent when you take a photo of the jacket with the flash on. In the presence of shining light, the jacket totally changes appearance.
Just because there aren’t any clean dishes around doesn’t mean you have to starve. You simply have to use alternative strategies. For example, you can eat spaghetti out of a flower vase instead of off a plate.
When high-top sneakers went out of fashion, this man wasn’t about to just throw his old shoes away. He cut the tops off of the shoes and kept on wearing them. They still have a lot of years of use left in them.
“My dog Philby has to take allergy meds every day but he doesn’t need to know that,” the woman jokes. She is a great owner. She is always looking out for the pup and his happiness. She wouldn’t want him to think that there was something wrong with him.
Sometimes, being lazy causes people to come up with brilliant ideas. This man tied his suitcase onto the backpack straps so it would effortlessly roll behind him. It was a hands-free solution.
When shopping at Aldi’s, you have to put a quarter in the cart handle to unlock it. However, this person discovered a different trick that works just as good. They used a car key!
It’s pretty common to see towels folded up into swans. However, this hotel folds them into monkeys and hangs them from the ceiling. It’s so much cooler than just setting them on a shelf.
This game normally has a four-player minimum. They only had three people in the home though. Luckily, they were able to recruit someone else to join in on the fun.
Here we have a very inventive way of reducing total trash volume. The cafe implores its customers to stack their cups when throwing them away. Plus, there is even a special spot in the middle to dump liquids.
This guy is always two steps ahead of everyone. He’s already living in the future. As you can see, he has figured out that his power cord doubles as a phone stand.
Razor heads can be attached to forks. All it takes is a little bit of hot glue and you are ready to shave. A lack of handles is no longer an obstacle to trimming up that excess hair.
“My friend wasn’t able to reach the higher roofline, so he decided the Grinch needed to ‘steal’ the lights,” the woman explained. No dangerous roof-top climbing was required. Yet, the holiday lighting design turned out excellent.
Stars aren’t the only things that can go on the top of Christmas trees. Tree toppers come in all shapes and sizes. This goofy one was chosen by the kids in the family.
A bad tattoo doesn’t have to be a permanent blemish on your skin. With a little creativity, most tattoos can be completely transformed. You just need to find a really talented artist to work with.
We’ve all run into this problem before — the only power outlet is up in the middle of the wall and there is no table around. Luckily, there is a way to solve the issue. You can use the cord itself to support the device.
It was too much work to set up the whole Christmas tree so this family only set up half of the tree. They gave it a little face and called it a day. The silly tree had everyone cracking up with laughter.
The water tap was too short to reach the container. Most people use garden hoses to solve problems such as this. However, with some careful aiming, hoses aren’t even necessary.
