Making A No Hole Blanket Pin

The common blanket pin has been around forever. The only issues I ever had with the traditional design was that it poked a hole in your blanket. I show here an alternate DIY version of one that makes no hole and yet secures a blanket for use as a make shift outer layer.

[@laz0rama]

nice idea, kind of like a complex, double paper clip. your accent and your humor and enthusiasm make this ever so enjoyable.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it

[@lanedouglas2165]

Another no weld option, use a short piece of shrink tubing, slide it over both ends, heat it, connected! Thanks again Mr. G for another great idea, full of humor.

[@Ddabig40mac]

brilliant! Heat shrink tubing is awesome stuff! I'd probably want those two ends of wire to overlap most of the straight side if I was to make one without welding the ends together.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Lane Douglas Thats a great idea Lane!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Darryl Machtmes Man I agree, that is a great idea!

[@jobo-to7230]

Lane Douglas , same idea overhere😅

[@standingbear998]

or solder?

[@beerhunter272]

Hey Dave. I can't believe I hadn't discovered this video until now! This truly is a brilliant idea. I'm definitely making these. That you sir. You are a true genius and should market these. Great video my friend. Keep up the good work. :)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you found it and liked it! Thanks for watching brother

[@WDCallahan]

So you basically just made yourself a giant paperclip. It never even crossed my mind that I could make my own paper clip for something. But now that I've seen it, I'm thinking of ways I could use that for other purposes beyond this one! Thank you very much.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

It only looks like a paper clip but does not work like one. Think about how a paper clip works, it holds layers together from one end only. This configuration holds layers from both ends. Ain't that cool? Thanks for watching W.D.

[@FrethKindheart]

Happy New Year David. You're the only guy I know who can make a 23 minute video on blanket pins and make it engrossing and fun. Keep doing what you do.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Jack Masterson (CreativeComputing) And thats got to be a good thing! LOL. Happy new year to you too and Thanks for watching

[@humansuit272]

They need to give you your own TV show, brother. You have the BEST personality for this sort of stuff.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+James Falcon Thanks James! Believe it or not, Ive been contacted by several production companies but nothing has ever came out of it. At this point I dont trust any of them to keep their word but a show would be cool!

[@humansuit272]

+Reallybigmonkey1 I'm just glad you make these videos. the tips and knowledge you share is priceless.

[@christinaw9807]

Thanks for this video. I am a seamstress and I make Renaissance clothing. I have several very nice velvet cloaks that had not had a neck attachment put on yet. I do not like the thought of poking holes in the very expensive velvet with a brooch. With the right wire, I could attach some metal floral charms to this and have a very lovely cloak pin.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Christina Waldrop You are very welcome Christina and I gotta say wow! My mom had a boyfriend years ago that was big into the Renaissance festivals and reenactments so I am very impressed that you can make the clothing. I can make gear bags but they look like they were made by a 9 year old. LOL. Bend you up some pins, its amazing how well they save clothes.

[@happinessis2111]

My husband has been using blanket pins for years. I have downloaded this for him, he thinks it's a great idea. Thank you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Shelly Pangborn Thats awesome Shelly! I hope he can make some and use em often. Thanks for watching

[@livingsurvival]

I believe higher quality wool blankets that are 100% wool are more self-healing than the 70% or less utility style wool blankets shown and holes are less of a problem. Great idea for those style blankets.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Living Survival Ill have to believe you because Im too cheap to buy a quality 100% wool blanket. LOL. This does work great for more modern blankets for sure.

[@bbhome1717]

Just found you! We use blankets a lot around our over 100 year old house. Will be making some of these. Thank you and love your humor. Bigtime Southerners here. Just subscribed and hubby said these are worthy early morning coffee videos. From a retired couple.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the sub and welcome to my channel!

[@WW2HistoryHunter]

You are just a frickin genius with all Your DIY details and i love it.Thanks for all these wonderful videos.Greetings from Ww2HistoryHunter

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+WW2HistoryHunter Thank you my friend! I just have old thoughts or memories that come to me and I try and put the useful stuff on video. Thanks for the comments and Thanks for watching my friend!

[@rickecheverria8052]

frickin genius ??? All he did was make a giant paper clip... LOL

[@Hndsomdevl1]

I second that Sir

[@jcrefasi1]

brilliant solution!! you come up with such clever solutions. my granny always said: use it up or wear it out, make do or do without. you sir ate the king of "make do"

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+oldladytoofast Thanks, Im glad you liked it. Your Granny was a very wise person. I use up or wear out or improvise anything and everything. I guess in modern terms, Im a hoarder. LOL. Thanks for watching!

[@scott27288]

You're an absolute bushcraft genius and your ingenuity for creating or improving products never ceases to amaze me. Great job brother!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Brother!

[@robertsbushcraft]

This no puncture approach is fantastic!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! It's helped me out quite often!

[@aionarkhe5260]

This is actually a really cool trick, thank you for sharing! I carry an alpaca wool blanket a lot and while sure it might mostly heal from a pin I still don't want to be sticking it with things repeatedly. I even see potential here to give it some "bush bling" by adding a carved/burned wooden panel to the front lol. I'm willing to bet even the guys who won't budge from forging their pins would actually use their blankets more around the fire with this method!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share! I don't blame you, I wouldn't poke a buncha holes in an Alpaca blanket either! Thanks for watching

[@georgeredbranch1186]

Hey there RBM. Great idea, easy to follow. I've wathched most of your videos and of all the ones on youtube, yours are the easies to watch and follow. You keep it interesting, funny and instructional. These are all the makings of a great teacher.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks George, I'm happy you like the way I do things. Thanks for watching

[@marvinbrock960]

I have to commend you... I’ve watched dozens and dozens of your videos... your upbeat / positive attitude all the time really brightens up my day. In a world of everyone being so serious, you take time to laugh and joke, at your own expense sometimes, really lightens the mood. Thanks again. Hailing from Eastern Arkansas. Oh yeah, you’re the cause of Amazon thinking I should buy stock in the company.... saws, machetes, rope, etc etc

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Marvin! I always love to hear that. No reason to not have fun on here in my opinion. Lol, there was a time that I thought I should list Amazon on my taxes as one of my dependants!

[@adammcguinness9950]

You crack me up mate. Your enthusiasm is contagious. Thanks for sharing.😊👍🏼

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Adam

[@southpawbushcraft7522]

REALLY great idea David! I need to make a bunch of these! Thank you so much for the idea, I truly appreciate your genius! ~Dawn

[@RobertMcKenzie]

That's very cool. I've got a couple of big blanket pins, but never used them yet. Normally I just put my blanket around me but never felt great about the idea of holes in the blankets either. I'm gonna have to give this a go. Thanks.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Robert McKenzie Thanks Robert! Man I know them pins have always been popular but I never cared for the holes either. Especially with newer polyester/nylon blankets. Good luck man!

[@Gullrica]

Genious my friend. I always been concerned about poking holes in my blankets or ponchos. This is an awesome idea to avoid that. And as you said with this I also can use my jungle blanket as a poncho. I absolutely love this " blanket clip" and will make me at least one as soon as possible. Thank you so much for doing this video to show me this. All my very best to you!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Gullrica I am so happy you liked it Ulrica! I was pretty sure you had a jungle blanket too so I knew this was a great way to wrap n hold it too. When you make a few, try heat shrink tubing instead of tape. Be good, be safe and Thanks for watching Ulrica!

[@davypeace8127]

The best DIY-Survivaltip in the whole internet. Many many thanks. Best greetings from Switzerland.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Davy!

[@NorthCountryOutdoorGuys]

Once again you've impressed me with your creativity. I want to go out and get camp blankets just so I can make these.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+North Country Outdoor Guys Very cool man! Ive always thought that with these, a camp blanket become a poncho/wrap. Nothing beats two uses for any item you carry.

[@coryboyd7958]

Hey guy! had to tell you I got the old singer sewing machine out. You encouraged me to start sewing my own things again. when I was in the army are used to so all my own patches on my uniforms all the time . So starting tomorrow I'm gonna be sewing.my own things again. I had to get the manual out to have a refresher .

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Cory Boyd Thats awesome Cory! Man I used to sew everything by hand. After learning the machine, Ill never go back to hand sewing.

[@p1nesap]

A+ clasp tutorial and good funnin'. I wear fleece blanket around house so this will be fun project. Looks good too...with brass and welded nicely would be quite the fashion accessory.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+p1nesap Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Man I bet it would look cool out of polished brass! Thanks for watching.

[@markh5889]

Really nice alternative to poking holes in our blankets. Thank you. Another great video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Mark! I'm glad you liked it

[@marktaylor2590]

Dave great video as always. ..you are always very easy to follow on instructions and a great teacher keep up the great work man you inspire us all

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Mark Taylor Thanks Mark, I'm glad you liked it. I always try and put in as many details as possible. Thanks for watching

[@crallwilliam]

Thank you for showing how to make one. I'm getting into winter camping and blanket pin is on top of the list now. Happy New Year.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+crallwilliam Youre very welcome. Sounds good man. Not only does it hold blankets but it will overlap tarps or hang stuff from your ridgeline! Happy new year to you

[@MrRedneckrc]

Great video Dave. I have never heard of a blanket pin but after seeing your video I can see how useful they could be. Thanks for the great tip. Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Larry Long Thanks Larry, I'm glad you liked it. Them pins have been around forever but I just havent mentioned em much because I dont use em a lot. Happy new year to you and Thanks for watching.

[@redneck6850]

Southern ingenuity!! I'm telling Ya! David wrote the book!! Great video David

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Jimmy Lollar Thanks Jimmy, Im glad you liked it. My ole mentor always taught me, "If you can dream it , you can make it" Thanks for watching.

[@bosshilf]

Great stuff, thank you for taking the time to show this cool giant paper clip. 👍👍👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Richie Rich Thanks Richie, its a fancy paper clip. LOL.

[@Richard-Seekingwulf]

I checked out a couple of videos about blanket pins and yours popped up and it's the best, that pin was beautiful I thought.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Richard! And thanks for watching brother

[@kenrowland1]

Cool video Dave! Couldn't help but notice the toolbox in the background. I've got one the same, bought it in 1965 when I started my apprenticeship - still going strong. Look forward to the next one! Happy New Year Ken

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+kenrowland1 Thanks Ken, I'm glad you liked it. Man Ive got so many tool boxes its overwhelming. I bought that one used from an old retired Moldmaker. Happy new year and Thanks for watching.

[@cowdog4252]

Another great video. Thanks for taking the time to fully explain and show not only the purpose but the how too of all your subjects. Keep them coming

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Cowdog42 Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Plenty more to come and Thanks for watching

[@anitatippett8736]

Great tutorial!! Thanks for making it to where we all can complete the project! Also, your hair looks amazing...I'm sure many guys around our age would like to still have that much hair!! Good work Darth!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Alexa Lorraine Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Alexa. I wanted it to be where anyone can make it without fancy equipment. LOL, my hair is outta control. Thanks for watching and may the force be with you!

[@cheshkat6321]

Subscribed because you provide tidbits to think about, you are entertaining, and most of all, I think your laugh is fun.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+chesh kat Thanks, I'm glad you like what all I do. Thanks for the sub and Thanks for watching

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

That is going to catch on (pun intended). I wasn't sure when you first introduced it but I can really see the benefit, especially with modern non-wool blankets. Thank you

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Mark Young (Shunpyke) LOL, catch on, latch on and carry on! Oh man its great on modern blankets. Them dont tolerate holes at all like thick wool does.

[@bigrandyc9237]

Great idea David,and man ,you are a very good teacher-that was as clear as a bell.I really,really liked it l will definitely make a least two of these.Good job,very good job. Thanks ---Randy

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+BigRandy C Thanks Randy, I'm glad you liked it and how I showed it. Have fun makin em and Thanks for watching.

[@jeremoe1]

That's a cool invention - I must make one of them. Thanks for sharing, friend.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Najja Foluke Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Najja and Im always happy to share.

[@hayyou3213]

That is one of the coolest ideas I've seen in a long time. Thx for sharing that. I'm really glad you made this video

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks James!

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

Great idea Dave,, first thing came to me was a simple way to secure the two flaps of an 'A' frame tarp bivy. A couple of these in the pack could be very useful for many things on the trail,,much like having a couple carabiners.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. That is a good use for them!

[@Veldvaardigheden]

Very clever way to hold your blanket !Excellent idea.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Martin bushcraft Thank you Brother, Im glad you liked it.

[@vanished3306]

A quality, felted, 100% wool blanket will hold up to a penannular brooch for years and years, but it sure is nice to have options!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Probably so but, some really don't like poking them holes over and over. Lol. Thanks for watching my friend

[@lukeescamilla9386]

That’s probably one of the best wool blanket tricks I have seen. I wrote this comment the heard you say short video checked the time stamp and realized I just watched a 20+ minute video it just flew by what an entertainer

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Luke! I'm glad you liked it. Time flies when you're having fun

[@wackyswanderings3627]

Hi Dave: Dave from over the pond. Not heard of a blanket pin for years - when I started in my game (Paramedic), hell that was 89 how quick has that gone, well anyways we used to get issued with blanket pins - whopping great things they was and left holes everywhere - probably why we dont get em anymore. Thanks for sharing, brilliant idea and well explained. No reason I can see not to use on tarp to transform into wrap round poncho! Latters mate, keep cool, best to all.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+WackysWanderings Hello Dave! Well the blanket pin has been around forever but you dont hear about them as much because of the holes. 100% pure wool blankets heal themselves of holes but most modern blankets wont. Amazing what all these clips do. Be good and Thanks for watching

[@wackyswanderings3627]

Welcome, keep rockin, Dave from over the pond :-)

[@mariusneumayer4419]

LOVE this idea !!! No more damaged and ripped blankets

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Marius! I'm glad you liked it

[@IntenseAngler]

Very clever buddy! Easy to follow instructions too :) Hope the upcoming New Year is an awesome one for ya Brother! ATB -John

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+IntenseAngler Thank you Brother John! always great to hear from you man. I hope you have a happy new year too!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+illyounotme LOL, Ill make the next one longer for sure!

[@IntenseAngler]

+illyounotme Couldn't agree more man. David always has that big ol' smile, positive attitude, and a clever wit... the bonus is we always get to learn something new, unique, and useful :)

[@keithcronk7980]

illyounotme You got that right brother.

[@pamelamcintosh236]

Hi you!! I’ve missed watching your videos 😃 I really enjoyed this one and hope to give it a try and possibly make some as gifts!! Ty so much. Keep well and stay healthy and.. continue to be your joyful self !!! Thanks from Ontario Canada

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Pamela and it's great to hear from you! These would definitely make good gifts. Stay warm and thanks for watching

[@sosteve9113]

hey David, very good idea, seems an enlarged enhanced paperclip I see many possibility in it well thought of you, i like your mindset atb Steve happy newyear

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+so steve Enlarged yes, enhanced absolutely. A paper clip holds layers from one end. This holes layers from each end allowing them to overlap. Im happy you like it and I hope you have a very happy new year too Steve!

[@snappysnap955]

What a hoot! Great instructional! I'm not really mechanically inclined and I feel like your step by step was so thorough that even I could do this! Thanks.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Diane!

[@coydogoutdoors]

another good one buddy never thought about doing it like that

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+coydog outdoors Thank you brother! And theres no telling all the other uses for it either. Thanks for watching

[@cyborbot547]

thanks for sharing Dave your improvising always amazes me.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Cybor Bot Im always happy to share. Im actually not amazing but very weird, LOL. Thank you for watching!

[@cooter2886]

Very cool. Paper clip inspired no doubt.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+The_Dailey on Twitter Possibly, more like a double ended paper clip!

[@steinderbush]

Very cool design, for a warm blanket David!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+steinderbush Thanks, I'm glad you liked it .

[@michaeltedder7558]

Can you sell me one of them that you welded? You really should patent this is you haven't already.

[@sararose1966]

Always a chuckle and pleasure to watch your videos. Always gleen some good info. Thank you!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Sara!

[@explorur1959]

You should pin those to your blankey, so you don't lose them...

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+explorur1959 LOL, cant lose them or my blankey then

[@Turnbull62]

I may not have the tools and the skill to make you're shovax, but I think I can manage one of these. Like the way you have so much fun just making these videos. Makes it fun to watch and learn. Cheers from bonnie Scotland.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Turnbull62 Well not everyone even needs a Shovaxe Bonnie, LOL. Make a few pins tho, they are super handy. Thanks for watching!

[@Turnbull62]

+Reallybigmonkey1 will have a go at the pin. BTW my name is Colin not Bonnie 😯 Bonnie is a Scots word for beautiful hence Bonnie Scotland 😂😂👍

[@1988dgs]

Great idea, 7 years on with the price of power gone crazy I just bought a double fleece blanket for when it gets cool, I wear it like a great kilt and this will solve a keep it closed problem

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Oh I hear ya, I would rather bundle up than turn the heat up

[@1fanger]

Hey David, you know, up until I watched this video, I had forgotten about my favorite blanket. It was made in England, an obvious reproduction of an Indian trade wool blanket. It cost me $3 at a thrift shop. I camped out in my living room one evening (not really, LOL) too close to my new German Shepherd pup, about 9 mos. old. We woke up in the morning, sans about 2 square foot of blanket. The dog reached out of her kennel with her paw and dragged the blanket in the kennel and devoured about 2 square feet of the blanket. Frankly, I am glad I lost the blanket, rather than the expensive pup. Thanks and have a good new year!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+1fanger Ah man, thats bad! But we all love our dogs dont we? Have a happy new year my friend!

[@MrMatthewcropley]

Very cool Dave! I know someone who could use a couple of these, so now I will give er a go and see if I can make some. Thanks for the vids and keep er up! Nice to watch someone who has a good sense of humor and has fun!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+MrMatthewcropley Sounds great Matthew! Lots more humors fun and good times to come

[@misstara9838]

Thank you for sharing this tip and gadget. I have never seen this before, you were having a good time. I like your accent.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching brother

[@truckertom3323]

Brilliant Idea that is Dave, not seen this video until now, all the very best to you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Tom! It's an old one but still useful

[@billybumpus1]

Now that is just perfect! Thanks again for another great idea and video Dave! Billy

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Billy, I'm glad you liked it Brother!

[@UziRyder1]

Very clever idea David, I like it. Guess I'll just use my old blanket pin as an awl.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Uzi Ryder Thanks Uzi, Im glad you liked it. Them blanket pins with the square pin would probably make a wicked awl! Thanks for watching.

[@Darignobullseye]

Fantastic! Very clever. Thank you. I do not have a welder and I do not like poking holes in blankets. Great tip for hanging sleeping bags as well. Thanks again.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Darignobullseye Also works well when zippers on jackets are broke or for hanging items from a ridgeline inside your shelter

[@1st_Julianna]

Sweet! Blanket pins have been found in Viking digs! Love your take on them. Also, as a resident of Chicago, I approve of your sweatshirt.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+pbshelleygirl Really? Cool! I had no idea they went back thats far. Im happy you liked the vid and the sweatshirt, Thanks for watching my friend.

[@xanadu1jw]

And I thought I had a southern accent! Great video, great personality and nice hairstyle. I'm not flirting by the way because I'm way too old for you, but I do hope to make a couple of these blanket pins and you made it look doable. Thanks!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it all. These are actually very easy to make. Especially if I can make them. Lol.

[@drivenbark72]

by the way, I don't have a google account so I'm using my wifes to view your videos. I'm the ugly one next to the lady in green. love your instructional videos. Started doing bushcraft about two months ago. I've purchased some kit that you use and so far it all works as advertised. Keep em coming.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Diane Rivenbark Sounds cool. Good to hear you have bought some kit that I used. I dont do reviews but I only show or use gear I like. The real junk gets pitched. LOL. Thanks for watching

[@apachewind8943]

Really smart ideal. I knit alt, and do not want to ruin my knitting work. I will definitely be making a couple of these. Thanks. Great job!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. I hate putting holes in stuff, these work great! Thanks for watching

[@davidmessinger2784]

I like it!! Two ideas: Solder the ends together (overlapping, a filed lap joint would make the joint vanish) or use heat shrink tubing instead of tape. Keep up the good work.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good ideas David and thanks for watching

[@kramrentip7528]

Great vid! Thanks, David for all the tips, & tricks. Most of all, thank you for your possitive attitude. Keep up the good work, it's much appreciated! Mark

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Kram Rentip Thank you Mark, I'm glad you liked it all. I feel like you do, a good attitude is most important of all. Thanks for watching.

[@heynewgirl]

I never would of thought you n new years eve I would be googling the history of blanket pins. awesome vid.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+heynewgirl LOL! Aint that neat? amazing the history of how long them pins have been around. Thanks for watching!

[@igitahimsa5871]

Hey Dave :-), See now, I have been trying to work out a jig to bend all these stainless steel welding rods I now have because of your videos :-) (*And* because they look like so much fun to mess with- strong, functional, non-corroding, what else does anyone need? :-)). I lucked into watching this video and lo and behold, there you are with the best answer for the jig, a vise and pipes! And then also answered another bunch of questions I didn't know I had yet :-).. IMHO whoever suggested it had a great idea, heat shrink tubing should work perfectly to finish those ends. Or maybe round 'em off with a grinder or sand 'em to deburr. Or hammer a round bead onto them and cover the edges, maybe.. It makes my day to watch a humorous and happy fellow talk about building neat stuff. Haha, and now I'll have to do it too! Thanks a million for all the time and effort you put into producing these videos for all of us, Dave :-)! I think if you made a 2-hour video of you just rambling whilst sweeping the floor I"d prob accidentally learn all kinds of things, LOL. I hope you have a perfect day, David. God Bless you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you and Im happy you liked it! Also good to hear how much you learn from the videos. Thats what makes doing the worth while. Take care and thanks for watching!

[@kelleyforbes8625]

Thanks for showing us this Dave! You're a born teacher. P.S. Love your sweatshirt! -----> KF, Ann Arbor, Michigan

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Kelley and I'm glad you like the way I do things. Thats cool youre from Ann Arbor. A friend of mine from the Great lakes area sent me the sweat shirt! Thanks for watching

[@woodswalker64]

Hey Dave! Enjoyed the video and thought it was excellent, as usual. That is a great solution for having to poke holes in an expensive blanket. I'm entering my second year of camping and bushcraft. It was warm enough up here for a short trip into the woods to test some new gear, looking forward to the spring for sure. Anyhow, I wish you and your family the best going into the new year my friend and look forward to learning more from your future videos. David

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+David Fiorini Thanks David, I'm glad you liked it. Man I hate holes in my blankets. Warm is good but Im ready for some real winter! Have a happy new year and thanks for watching

[@woodswalker64]

+Reallybigmonkey1 ah, so you enjoy some real winter cold huh? Not me, hate the winter. Growing up here in NY I'm sick and tired of the winters. We have been lucky so far though, set record for warmest Dec. on record so I'm not complaining!

[@ollieberry6130]

Great little device! Thanks for showing. Could not help but notice the "Great Lakes" sweat shirt. I am in Western NY State not to far from Lake Erie.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Ollie Berry Thanks Ollie, I'm glad you liked it. I would love to spend a buncha time fishing on that huge lake! Thanks for watching.

[@cantabhiker3285]

great video Dave. I never thought I'd see a bushcraft paperclip! definitely making a couple of those.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Cantab Hiker Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. LOL, Bushcraft paperclip? Thanks for watching.

[@albertopompilio1]

I am def gonna make these for my little girl and my self! Always trying to tie up a blanket around us to keep the back warm around the fire!!! Thx for this.

[@albertopompilio1]

+Alberto Pompilio I think heat shrink would work really well to bond the pieces together so as to keep it from scratching you AND if you heat shrink a small piece on the Large loops it might hold tighter also. (of course I have no idea if it'd work, but that's what I'm gonna try. /might weld one set too) thx again, nifty idea! man I love ur channel

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Alberto Pompilio Sounds great! This will do the job!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Alberto Pompilio I love the idea of the heat shrink tubing, give it a go! Thanks for watching Alberto

[@user-yo1fb1kg4omykehiggs]

What a really good idea! It looks so simple, I may try it myself, I have little to no metalworking skills but I think even I would be able to make one of these! By the way I'm a Brit guy watching in the UK and I have to say I love your accent! Great Idea cheers!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and fantastic to hear you might try it!

[@CentralOregonDesertExplorers]

Great idea! You made my day when I saw that you posted a new video. I settled in for the long haul, then noticed it was about half the time of your regular vids, but that's OK!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Central Oregon Desert Explorers Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. This wasnt one of my normal vids but I do plan on being right back on the long vids soon! stay tuned

[@dannyl2598]

Man!! That's a great idea. Thanks for showing that. I can't wait to get out to the shop and make one. I believe I will try it with 1/8th brazing rod. I also thought about filling down a lap joint and silver soldering it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Danny! I'm glad you liked it and can use it! I'd braze it if possible. Silver solder doesn't flex enough for me

[@dannyl2598]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 good point. Thanks.

[@mattlilly2303]

Hey Dave. I know I usually do my down thumb joke but I'd rather say thanks for all you've done. Hope the new year brings nothing but good for you. You have given me the best ideas and the best reasons to tinker in my shed. Thanks mate. Your one of the best you tubers and your advice and tips are top notch. Oh and I finally had some corn bread and love it. Ps no do rag, no knives, no woods, you used scissors instead of a knife and not long enough video LOL I couldn't resist. Happy new year mate and thank you for the time and effort to do this.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Matt Lilly Ah well, I set a record with this video. Four thumbs down in less than one day! I guess folks are against blankets. LOL. Im happy Ive given you lots o ideas. Its hard to beat tinkering and making stuff. Im pretty sure the next video will have either machetes or woods. LOL. Have a happy new year and Thanks for watching Matt

[@Woodenarrows]

Excellent project David. You always come with the coolest ideas. I've looked at blanket pins but, as you pointed out, I didn't want to put holes in my blankets. Your project solves the issue. Thanks for sharing this, I' m going to have to make a couple...

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Woodenarrows Thanks, Im glad you liked it. Someone mentioned that all the old thick 100% wool blankets would "heal" themselves of holes. My modern prima loft blankets and fleeces wont! LOL. Thats where these clips excel. Have fun makin em and Thanks for watching

[@edwardlittlehawk1097]

Brilliant idea....and the delivery is so fun, too.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Edward!

[@Darignobullseye]

Fantastic and very clever. Thank you because I do not have a welder and I do not like holes in blankets. Much thanks

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Darignobullseye You are very welcome my friend!

[@timothywilliams8907]

Great idea. Can't wait to get out into the shop and craft s few for myself and my family and friends for camping use.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it Timothy!

[@whiskeyvictor5703]

Brilliant concept! I can't recollect ever seeing any ancient specimens of this design. My advice is to patent it ASAP!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it that much!

[@DamianBloodstone]

Wonderful idea and how easy it is to make. Thanks for sharing this.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm happy you liked it

[@tomaszstarling]

David you are a pleasure to watch sir! HAPPY NEW YEAR, IT JUST TURNED 2016 😊☮🇺🇸

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+TAVOR VICEROY VALDOR Thanks Tavor! Happy New year to you too my friend!

[@mwmnmwm]

ahhh, i like this alot. i use a lil wooley while night fishing all the time instead of building a fire, I'm making me a couple of these tomorrow. thanks for another great idea.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+mwmnmwm Sounds good! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@fredjohnson9684]

Thanks for showing the no welding version. I will be making a couple of these when I get home. Batman, lol

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great Fred! LOL, It was either Batman or Darth Vader!

[@grandprime9026]

Great idea! Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching my friend

[@jackguardian6032]

Dave, another informative and easy video to follow. Thank you. Cheers, Mate.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Jack Guardian Thanks Jack, Im glad you liked it Brother!

[@scoutingfreegermany]

Very cool idea David! Thanks for sharing! Cheers, Marc

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+Scouting Free Thanks, Im glad you liked it Marc!

[@JustInCases72]

That’s pretty cool Dave. I still use a wool blanket so I’m going to make one or two. Thanks for a great video

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that my friend

[@MegaScubadive]

wow a solution to a problem i would have never thought about. Thanks this was really cool!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+MegaScubadive Amazing how lots of gadgets can appear and have multiple uses! You can also hang twp overlapping tarps together and hang items from a ridgeline like a light

[@texaspreppertom2455]

That is just the neatest thing and really works well. Thank you very much. Take care and stay safe.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

+TexasPrepper Tom Thanks Tom! I'm glad you liked it. You be safe too brother and Thanks for watching.

[@ratherbecamping9735]

Another excellent invention! As always, thanks for sharing!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share!

[@adammcguinness9950]

I made some (2) today, thanks heaps mate. No more holes in my nice blankets.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Great to hear that Adam!