Upgrade your reclaimed boxes and bags by adding sturdy wire handles. Use 2-3 mm...

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Upgrade your reclaimed boxes and bags by adding sturdy wire handles. Use 2-3 mm galvanized wire for strength and drill 3-3.5 mm holes to thread the wire through cleanly