Submitted by Joanna Moody, San Marcos, California

Idea posted January 24, 2007

This year, I am using four-inch zip ties for my Recorder Karate belts. There is no tying involved, and the kids can put them on themselves with no problems. You can get them in all different colors and shades from an electrician's supply store or online. It has definitely saved me time, and the kids are very excited about earning something they can't make themselves in arts and crafts class.