I’ve heard that the philosophy behind Apple’s packaging, is that when the consumer looks at the product and the box it comes in, they think, “Yes.  This is meant to be in that”.  Very often, we take for granted the thought process that’s put behind what seems to be the perfect packaging, or even the most obvious of products.  Well duh! umbrellas should have an open & close button.  And of course the ketchup bottle should be facing upside down… it’s how we poor it anyway.  It’s so blatant, but it took years before someone thought to make those changes to these products.  Inherently smart inventions are often so taken for granted, that we easily forget the times before they were made.  With that in mind, I am happy to introduce the latest product invention that falls into this category.

The Cane Stay is a wonderful widget that keeps your cane upright, in place, and where you need it.  Immaculately designed, this rubber-like gadget easily attaches to the shaft of the cane, thus allowing its user to rest the cane against a wall or corner, hang off the back of a chair, table top, counter, or be wedged underneath.  The invention of this product has made leaps and bounds in the medical field, finally aiding those who are unable to walk a distance to reach their canes, or bend down to pick up a cane that has fallen.

The best part?  The Cane Stay works on household tools as well!  Say goodbye to brooms, rakes and shovels falling over, because the Cane Stay holds them up too.  And if you can think of another use for the Cane Stay, send an email to the company, and if approved, it will be added to their website!