Over the past two decades, koozies have become a hugely popular accessory across the US. But while their primary purpose is to insulate cans and keep your beer cold, koozies have a rich variety of other uses that many people may not be aware of.
Let’s dive in!
Here are some fun, creative ways to repurpose your old koozies:
Storage Holders
Are you the kind of person that loses your tiny possessions all the time? Misplaced airpods one day, car keys the next? Well, a koozie might be exactly what you need.
Koozies are a great hack when it comes to storage. These nifty little organizers can store your pens, jewelry, keys, those adorable Christmas ornaments too. Indeed, a well placed koozie can be really handy when storing those small, wandering items!
Prevent Fruit from Bruising
Turns out koozies don’t only keep your beverage cold, they can store your fruits as well to keep them from bruising. Grapes, cherries, apples, even bananas can all be stored with the right koozie. Because, why should you have to suffer through the indignity of biting into a bruised fruit.
Just be sure to clean the koozies first of any debris or residue. And, of course, pick the appropriate size bottle of koozie to match the fruit you wish to store.
To Store Fragile Items
Yes, your old koozies can be used to protect your fragile items such as drinking glasses, jars, bottles, or vases. Wrapping them in a koozie helps cushion them, potentially preventing breakage.
This could be an especially helpful reuse of your koozies, especially if you have an RV or a Camper. Use a koozie to store your mugs, bottles, any glassware really and they just might make it through that rough journey.
To Protect and Store Camera Lenses
The koozie might perhaps not be the first choice for most people looking for a camera lens protector. But if you find yourself in a pinch, koozies can be incredibly efficient in storing and transporting your camera lens. These little helpers will go a long way in providing extra protection against minor bumps and scratches.
Be sure, of course, to choose a koozie or bottle holder that is the appropriate size for your lens. This mean picking one that ensures the lens fits in snugly and without undue pressure on your precious equipment.
Grip Enhancer
You read that right. Koozies can be used as a grip enhancer!
All you have to do is wrap it around the item you want to grip and then yank away! This works particularly well for items that may be slippery or difficult to hold onto, such as phone cases, sports equipment etc.
You may need to fold or trim the foam koozie to properly fit the size and shape of the item. You may even also use multiple koozies for a thicker grip.
So many options!
Frying Pan/Pot Holder
A koozie or beer sleeve might not be the first go-to if you’re in need of pot holders, oven mitts or something to handle a hot light bulb with, for example. But, emergencies happen. Should you find yourself in need of a temporary pot/pan holder, look no further than the koozie.
Fold a thicker, more heat-resistant koozie, say neoprene or foam, in half to create a double layer. Then, using both hands, grip the folded koozie and gently press it against the hot surface of the pot or pan. Hold the koozie in place for a few seconds, making sure to distribute the heat evenly across the surface of the koozie, and carefully lift the pot or pan.
Voila! You have a new koozie pot holder. You’re welcome.
Furniture Moving Pads
Koozies make very decent furniture moving pads too.
Sometimes you might need to move a table or shelf and you’re not willing to splash on specialized moving pads or sliders. Just grab a koozie. That way, you can protect your floor from dents, scratches, even rust rings that may end up being permanent. Be sure to pick a koozie that is made of a durable material, by which I mean one that can withstand the weight and pressure of the heavy furniture itself.
That said, you should also be mindful of using the koozie on delicate flooring surfaces ornaments, as it may not provide enough protection to prevent scratches or scuffs.
Door Stopper
Koozies can also do the job of a door stopper. Folding a beer koozie and slipping it securely beneath the door frame can go a long way to prevent your doors from slamming shut. An added benefit of this is that it helps prevent damage to the door or surrounding walls.
Even though koozies are primarily designed to keep your drinks cold, using the right kind of koozies can achieve the same objective when it comes to saving your doors from all that loud and heavy slamming.
Why do People use Koozies?
Koozies, or can coolers, have been proven to be quite effective when it comes to keeping your beverages cold, especially in hot, summery conditions. Seriously, it’s one of the most in demand party accessory right now, and it isn’t difficult to see why. Koozies are particularly useful for outside events like beach days, picnics, tailgate parties.
They can also be personalized for promotions, giveaways and parties. Want to advertise your brand to potential customers, tell your new bride how much she means to you? You can do it all with Kustom Koozies!
Get looking and grab yourself one today!