The Holes in Converse All Stars
Most people assume the extra holes in their Converse All Stars shoes were designed to loop laces through so the shoe would be snugly. The extra holes were originally intended to help a basketball player adjust the fit of their shoes. As a bonus, the holes also ensured that the wearer’s feet remained ventilated.
Notebook Paper Margins
Rats were a common problem in people’s homes. Aside from munching on human food, they also loved eating paper. So, to prevent these critters from ruining important paperwork, manufacturers created margins that the rats could chew on, but would leave the rest of the paper undamaged. We bet you had no idea about this one either, huh? Neither did we!
