Watch Out! Using These Common Household Products Past Their Expiry Can Be Risky

8. Sewing Needles

Ends in: two to three years, or when boring Cost on average: $2–$10* Although they theoretically never go out, sewing needles, a staple of fabric crafts, do wear down with repeated usage. These little instruments, which date back to antiquity, are vital to the sewing craft. Frequent use over time may cause them to lose their sharpness, which will make sewing more difficult and less accurate.

©Annick Tartelin/Shutterstock Sewing Needles Fabrics can also be harmed by dull needles. For those who enjoy sewing, this may seem like a little detail, but having sharp needles guarantees flawless stitching and undamaged fabric. The correct needle may make all the difference while sewing; it's where art and craft collide.