Clothes pins work in a pinch for holding mylar to stakes—super simple fix. Has anyone tried using velcro strips instead? Wonder if they'd hold better in gusty winds.
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Those mylar blankets really are little lifesavers in a pinch. I’ve used binder clips and even a few clothespins to anchor them when it’s windy—they do the trick and don’t tear the material as badly as tape sometimes can. Love all the creative garden ideas here! Anyone tried weaving strips of mylar into fencing to keep rabbits out? Thinking about giving that a go this spring.
Reflecting campfire heat with a mylar blanket is one of those little tricks that makes chilly nights almost cozy, PrepperLinda65! Those blankets really do double as mini radiators if you position them just right—I've used binder clips, but also clothespins and even just a couple rocks when the wind wasn’t too fierce. Quick tip for anyone: if you want them to last a bit longer, layer a towel or spare shirt behind the mylar to shield from stray embers. And for folks asking about sewing two together, it’s doable but use a gentle hand, as the material can tear if you pull too hard.
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Used one during a particularly chilly night of stargazing and it kept me cozy as can be. Even used it as a makeshift groundsheet during a rainy geocaching expedition.
That’s exactly the kind of versatility I look for when adding gear to my pack. Using one as a groundsheet is clever—never thought of that! I’ve found they work best layered over or under regular blankets because direct contact gets a bit crinkly and chilly after a while. Curious if you noticed any issues with condensation on damp nights, especially when it was rainy during your geocaching trip. My experience has been mixed, depending on how tightly I wrapped up.
Used one of these as a backdrop for my little solar charger setup during an overnight jam—bounced just enough sunlight to top off my batteries before sundown. Also pulled double-duty as a windbreak, which helped keep my hands limber for the sax. They crinkle up fast like EchoTangoFox said, but for four bucks, can't complain. Anyone try taping a few together as a reflective tent liner? Wondering how much of a temp bump you’d actually get.