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Hay Net Holder Opener

Written by Mr O

Get hold of a plastic Patio Table, we saved this one from the tip.

Turn it upside down and drill a small hole at the bottom of each leg, around 1 inch from the foot. The hole should be facing inwards towards the middle of the table. Then screw a cup hook into each hole.

So it should now be ready for the net, just hook one of the net rings on a cup hook and work your way around to hang the net evenly.

Now you are ready to fill the net.

You now have a dual purpose Patio Table!

Simple and light weight too.