Flexible signposts with a stiff steel spring in the base. Then the post would give under impact instead of snapping off or permanently bending.
By Andrew Vena, Philadelphia.
Creative Ideas From The Past
A collapsible colander. When not in use, this kitchen utensil would shrink to a fraction of its opened size, requiring little storage area.
By Mrs.I.G.Aylward, San Jose, California.
You can purchase a collapsible colander from Amazon
Plywood edging you could tap in place. You would cut this brass channelling, sold by the foot, at a 45-degree angle and fit it on for a decorative finish.
By J.C.Klar, New York City.
No-fumble phonograph records. They’d have a clear plastic ring in the center through which you could see the spindle to drop a record in place. –
By Thomas Duff, Lock Haven, Pa.
A track-riding rear-view mirror with a swivel mount. It could be shifted to the right or left if a passenger’s head blocked out the rear window.
By C.T.Rice, Vero Beach, Fla.
You can purchase a rear view mirror on Amazon, however I couldn’t find one with this track riding idea!
To form downspouts around complex roof overhangs you could use this idea for flexible rain-spouting. The tubing would be made out of something similar to that what you can see on gooseneck desk lamps.
By Ken Clayton, Columbus, Ohio
Wire bristled whirling brushes would be ideal for cleaning white-walled tires. Simply put cleaning solvent in the special compartment and whirl away – no elbow grease.
By A.C.Orenstein, Philadelphia, Pa.
Having arrows displayed on left handed nuts would point the direction when removing them and prevent stripping threads and wasting time. Think of the tempers they would save!
By Richard Soeldner, Plain, Wis.
These pull-string openers are a great idea for boxed food such as frozen food packages. You simply pull the string and tear the paper sealing the box of food to open it and slide out the contents.
By L.M.Gardener, New York City
These futuristic beds would act like baby incubators to keep you at your individual perfect sleeping temperature. They would have controls for heating in the winter and cooling in the summer months. No daily bed-making would be required. Just simply cover it during the day with a spread.
By H.J.McGraw, Newark, New Jersey
