The average wire hanger measures 17 inches lengthwise and 44 inches when straightened. It’s been this way, more or less, for a long time: While most first-generation devices have faded away to make ...

Book stands are useful for propping up cookbooks, music books, or even a regular book when you’re reading, cooking, or just want to display the pages. If you have a wire hanger, you can make a sturdy ...

Don't you just hate when you wash sweatpants or a sweatshirt and the drawstring comes out? Reader Mark says all you need to fix it is a wire hanger and tape. 1. Untwist the coat hanger so it is one ...