Poker Caddy as Pencil Organizer

A clever way to repurpose an everyday item.

By Andra Chantim and Julia Edelstein
Poker caddyJames Wojcik

Dialed back on late nights? Corral some clutter with that poker caddy. Glue a poker chip to the bottom of each slot, then close the gaps on the sides with playing cards to create compartments for stray pens and pencils.

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