- needle/thread/threader to sew my team flag
- bandage/alcohol swab for a camper's scraped knee
- needle/thread/threader to sew team flag to a stick
- bandage/alcohol/needle for a splinter
- super glue for a broken phone case
- super glue for a team competition
- ibuprofen for a headache
- lighter to seal paracord (used to tether down a tent)
- needle (sterilized) for minor "surgery" to a foot (camper had a teeeeeeeeny pebble/fragments of rock lodged in there after stepping on one
) - interdental brush for teeth cleaning
Upon reading about this, another member asked that I posted up a picture of said tin. I figured with that, it was time for an update. :)
Most of the contents are still the same. I'd added a couple things here and there or replaced others with "better" items.
From left to right (somewhat):
- quarters, 4: Usually used to make copies and prints at school.
- Vic Classic: I'd found that even though I had another Vic Classic on a "tools" keychain, I didn't always grab it as I'd found it too bulky. The tin always stays on my person (or in my bag) and it was just easier to add one to the tin. I love its scissors.
- 200 lb test, ~10 feet: Just in case I need to tie stuff together. I've yet to use it. It's done "donut" style around a small keyring.
- "fauxton": It comes in handy. Not quite as handy as the Tempo on my keychain, but again, I don't always grab that keychain.
- safety pins, 3: Just a quick fix for any torn clothing or missing buttons. I've used them plenty.
- alcohol prep pads, 2: I've used this as a quick firestarter, cleaning up small injuries (I've yet to get antiseptic wipes, so these will do for now, as I only use them on small scratches), and even disinfecting the needle for splinters (that's last minute. I normally carry sterilized needles for that reason).
- bandage, fabric: You know. For scratches and stuff. I also carry a couple in my wallet, so this is a backup to that.
- Bic mini: Usually used for paracord crafts though I've also offered it to anyone who has asked for a light.
- paper clip: I've only ever used this once at school when I couldn't find my stapler and had to turn in my homework.
- razor blade: multiple uses. The most recent use was to open up a blister pack for my friend. It was one of those packages from Costco and I didn't want the SRM to rip through it, as it had a camera inside (her graduation gift!).
- electrical tape, ~3 feet: I prefer this tape to most others. I used to carry duct tape in here but it now resides on the tool keychain as a fob (seen here)
- rubber bands, 2: just 'cause.
- interdental brush: I'll be honest... I'm only 22 but have had a root canal. I'm kinda happy it wasn't really my fault? Turns out that the dentist actually chipped one of my back teeth during an exam. At the last checkup, they had to do the root canal. TMI, but these are brushes are great for cleaning out that tooth since the crown causes food to get stuck. These get tossed after each use. This green one is there 'cause I couldn't find the ones that had the cover. I know it's around here somewhere...
- antacid chews, 2: After headaches, my second most symptom complaint is an upset tummy. These are Wally World's generic version of the Pepto chews. Works fine and I love that each tablet has the expiration date printed on it.
- Derma-Safe razor: Love this thing! Another backup blade. Great for tasks that need something as precise as a razor with the comfort of a folder.
- super glue: 'cause I love it and it has come in handy SO. MANY. TIMES!
- ibuprofen, 3
- generic version of Zyrtec: for allergies.
- sewing kit: thread wrapped around a small piece of cardboard, needle, and threader. Each are taped to the lid and each piece of tape has a "tab" so that I could easily put the items back in place after use.
- emergency contacts, (not shown): On a half-slip of post-it paper, I have my emergency contacts as well as a "If found, please return to..." message just in case.
And this is how everything fits. :) There is absolutely no bulging and it stays shut without a problem. It's not overstuffed whatsoever. The items I'd chosen to put in here are things that I know I will use all the time and is not meant to be a "survival kit" of any kind. It changes from time to time, but a lot of the items in there stays static, as I've found that these items work best for me on a daily basis.
As always, my little "disclaimer":
The items I'd chosen are also items that are easy to pack. As long as the 4 largest items are put in first (lighter, folding razor, fauxton, quarters) everything else can just be dumped in and I don't have to worry about have to strategically place anything in. I wouldn't want to spend any more time than necessary to place my items back into the tin after use.
And as always, if you're interested in making your own tin, please check out my blog post, which lists all the items I've gathered (after MUCH research) that could fit into an Altoids tin. Pick and choose what you please and feel best fits you.
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