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Make sure to mark National Paperclip Day in your calendar - show your appreciation for the tiny but mighty paperclip with some fun activities!
Celebrate National Paperclip Day on May 29th by embracing the power of this simple yet essential tool! The paperclip has been an iconic symbol for generations, used to help organize our papers and keep important documents together. Its versatility makes it one of the most popular office supplies around. Interestingly, the modern-day paperclip was patented more than 100 years ago in 1899 and is believed to have originated in Norway before being adopted all over the world.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1899</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Paperclip Patent</div><div class='timeline-text'>Johan Vaaler, a Norwegian patent clerk, patents an early design of the paperclip. His design lacked effectiveness but mashed the idea.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1901</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gem's Success</div><div class='timeline-text'>The more practical and now globally recognized "Gem" clip was introduced successfully, recognizably designed as two intertwined loops of metal.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mass Production</div><div class='timeline-text'>Changes in production methods allowed for more rapid mass production of paperclips, significantly reducing their cost and increasing their use in offices around the world.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Symbol of Resistance</div><div class='timeline-text'>During World War II, Norwegians started wearing paperclips as a silent symbol of solidarity and resistance against Nazi occupation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Clippy Debuts</div><div class='timeline-text'>Microsoft introduces "Clippy", the paperclip assistant for Microsoft Office Suite, now a piece of pop culture tied to memories of 90s computing.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition in Film</div><div class='timeline-text'>The paperclip's historical role is recognized in the documentary film "The Secret Life of a Paperclip".</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Design a paperclip necklace</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put together a few colorful paperclips and design a unique necklace. You can even add a few charms or beads to give it a more personal touch.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a paperclip art piece</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some paperclips of different sizes and colors and create a unique art piece. You can use them to create a sculpture or hang them on the wall in an interesting pattern.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play paperclip games</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up some friends and play a game of paperclip basketball or rock, paper, scissors with paperclips as markers. You can also set up paperclip obstacle courses to challenge your friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a paperclip story</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some colorful paperclips and start writing a story about what the paperclip's journey was like, from being manufactured to ending up in your desk drawer.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make paperclip crafts</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative with some paperclips and make some cute crafts such as holders for post cards, bookmarks, letter openers, or even jewelry.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Paperclips are useful</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Paperclips are one of the most convenient office supplies. They're perfect for holding multiple loose sheets of paper together, or organizing important papers into different categories. Plus, they come in a variety of shapes and sizes to meet any need!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Paperclips come in fun colors and designs</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Gone are the days when paperclips only came in boring silver or black. Nowadays, you can get paperclips in all sorts of fun colors and designs like heart shapes, polka dots, stripes and more! So if you're feeling extra creative, why not add a pop of color (and organization!) to your desk with some adorable paperclips?</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Paperclips are affordable</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the best things about paperclips is that they're incredibly affordable. You can buy them in bulk packs from office supply stores or even just a few at your local supermarket. Plus, they're very durable and easy to reuse over and over again, so you'll save money in the long run!</p></div></div>
National Paperclip Day is celebrated on May 29th every year. In 2024 National Paperclip Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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