15 Controversial Inventions That Make More Sense Upon Closer Inspection

Have you ever had cool ideas that seemed too crazy to try in real life? A necklace made of a plastic fork or a gadget that combines a baseball bat and a plunger — these things were someone’s crazy ideas as well, but they became a reality thanks to some savvy crafting.

We at Bright Side have made a compilation of strange but interesting inventions that rocked the Internet. Perhaps these photos will inspire you to come up with something even more creative.

A picnic on a swing? Why not?!

Who needs a disco ball when you’ve got a disco...nutcracker?!

Trust us, it’s really convenient!

We bet this car runs on pure creativity!

“Some people online didn’t like my latest craft project. Can you believe it? As for me, I think it’s my best work so far!”

“Behold — I made this sweater out of dryer fluff!”

“Still not certain why I made this denim armchair...”

“I noticed this fork at my brother’s house. When I asked him why he ruined it this way, he brought out his iPad and everything became clear!”

“So what? There wasn’t enough room for my dad’s toes!”

“Last week, my boss realized that a broken office chair fits my bike seat tube...”

Need a sip of water in the middle of the night? Quench your thirst without getting out of bed!

“Sometimes, my friends ask me to make the strangest gadgets.”

Let there be light!

You just can’t beat homemade necklaces!

“My mom is at it again! Ladies and gents, here’s a vase made out of cloth and cement!”

Which of these inventions would you use in your own household? Tell us in the comments!