Working with clear shipping tape

Question

I never can find the end of these tapes for shipping and always end up needing to buy more. Really need help?? Thanks Love Hometalk

Janet Pizaro · Answer

Just simply make a fold at the end of the tape.

William · Answer

Janet is right! That's what I do!

Gail Schuler Chamberlain · Answer

I have folded and also put a large paperclip sticking out near the end

Sherry Hermreck · Answer

Agree with the folding the end over - even while you are young it and between strips!!

Sandy Kiser · Answer

use a penny

GoddessOdd · Answer

I use scraps of  paper, paperclips, twist ties,  anything I have at hand,  I think it's easier to shove something between the end of the tape and the roll than to fold the tape, especially if you have your hands full.  grab a scrap of paper at least as long as the roll is wide, stick it to the end of the tape, and you've recreated the original packaging.

Johnchip · Answer

Of course the simple way is folding the cut back will give you the starter point. When I start a roll, I cut off the strip of starting tape and use it every time in reverse to the fresh cut new end. I place that starter piece inside the roll, or the back of my hand so i don't lose it and reattach it everytime I put the roll down.  Or I will use the scissor blade to stick to the fresh cut so i have it ready for the next cut without losing the 'edge'.If I have made the mistake and forgotten, I run the sharp edge of the scissors around the roll until it 'hits' the tape edge, then slowly lift up the edge until I get a fresh starter piece.

Kch12152206 · Answer

I use a plastic closure tab from a bread loaf.  The tabs come in 2 sizes and whenever I get one of the larger ones I save it specifically for my roll of packaging tape.

Donna · Answer

Stick a paper clip under the end before you tuck it down.  It will be long enough to pull up the tape with next time you need it.   Works every time.

Geri Ann · Answer

You can fold the end back onto itself or use the little plastic tab that come on bread.

Bill Wilson · Answer

I always just bend  the  end  over on itself  making a  little  flap  to pull out  next  time. and  you  are  using  the  3 0r  maybe  they are 4 inch roils  there is a  little  cheap plastic roller  dispenser  that  works  well too. 
I also Like to keep a single edge razor blade that I tuck under the end   my rolls and of Duct and Masking tape as well that way I always  have a  cutter handy  and never have to look for something  to cut with.

Geri Ann · Answer

Martha, take a razor or something sharp and gently cut into a couple of the top layers of the tape, lift it up off the roll for a new starting point.  Please stabilize the tape as you cut into it so you don't cut yourself.

Martha Blocker · Answer

Thanks for that idea. The best answer so far. Now i need to get a razor blade.

Ber13686650 · Answer

I roll a paper clip on the tape end.

Sal3170064 · Answer

Use a button..

Martha Blocker · Answer

Not sure what you mean? Thanks

Pattie · Answer

I use a toothpick under the edge I am cutting, cut just before the toothpick so the toothpick is able to be removed and replaced in the same fashion

Colleen Thompson · Answer

I take a twist tie to put under the end of tape and then fold the ends over (like a bag of coffee has to close package).

Eroque022810 · Answer

Simple just fold it over on itself.

Kathy · Answer

Go to grommet.com - they sell a tape dispenser/cutter tool to put on your tape roll. They have it in 2 inch sizes for the packaging tape, and 1 inch (I I think ) -they do have 2 different sizes. I don't know how it works, but somehow the end of the tape doesn't stick down again after you use it. (I have one - tried it).

Lou · Answer

One of my best investments was a weighted tape dispenser that can hold one roll of 2' packing tape or two rolls of 1' packing tape. There are two benefits: you don't have to hunt for the end of the tape, and you can use it one-handed! It can sit on the table or hang on the wall. Price runs about $18, so if you find yourself throwing away several rolls of tape a year because you can't find the ends, it will pay for itself.

Martha Blocker · Answer

Thank you and never thought of that. Have a nice day.

Katherine Callender: kcallender002@comcast.net · Answer

Use the flat tabs that many of our purchased items have, bread bag has a tab. Roll out the amount of tape you need, slap THAT tab up against the other end(the end you will cut), cut to the left of your tab. Viola, the tab prevents the cut end from pressing against the roll and causing all the problems.

Martha Blocker · Answer

What a great Idea thanks. Now i have to find a button.

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