Knex CD Holder

Hello my faithful readers (and new ones, too!)!

This afternoon, I bring you a somewhat retro-ish build. It doesn't necessarily look retro, but it's for CD's (which are becoming a thing of the past, I realize, as mp3's and video games are housed on computers). However, I enjoy buying used CD's at thrift stores because I can get a whole album for only about a dollar. Much better than paying 99 cents per song online. As such, my CD stack has gotten a little out of control on my desk. This CD holder has helped bring some organization to my desk. Also, if you are anything like me, you probably have loose CD's whose cases have disappeared to some place or another, which I decided to accommodate in this build as well. This particular holder can house 13-14 CD's in standard plastic cases. It can hold numerous loose CD's.

Knex Plant Hanger

The time of year is coming when green thumbs everywhere get to work planting their "starters." I am trying my hand at gardening this year, but I have three small problems. Their names are Sam, Kat, and Callie (our cats). I was trying to think of a way I can get my plants sun while keeping them out of the cold and away from our three cats when I had an idea. Why not make a hanging shelf that can house my little plants up out of reach of the cats? So I set to work on a K'nex hanging planter. Here is the result:

As you can see, I am using empty vessels here, so I will have to weight test it when the time comes. However, it does seem pretty sturdy! Also, it may need to hang a little lower in order to get proper sunlight, but the concept seems to be pretty useful!

Knex Craft Organization/Storage: Ribbon Holder

As I've been setting up my craft room, I have been coming across new ways to use knex for storage and convenience! Today, a ribbon holder. I made this one to be able to hang on a hook on the wall. However, it can be modified to sit on a desk. The ribbon holder will also allow for dispensing of the ribbon without having to take it off the holder!

View from the side

View from the back

View from the front

Please, if you have any suggestions for future knex builds, let me know! I would love to hear your input!