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Several rolls of crochet thread on a toilet paper holder.

Bath Tissue Holder to Store Crochet ThreadWhen your counter space in your work room is limited, you do what ever you can to save space. Today, I gathered up the spooled crochet threads and put them on this bath tissue holder.

 

A storage tube for plastic bags made from bandanas.

Bandana Storage Tube for Plastic BagsHere is a handy way to store extra plastic bags that can easily be made from a common bandana. This is a page about bandana storage tube for plastic bags.

 

A small magnetic tray for metal sewing supplies.

Magnetic Pin Tray for Needle and ScissorsI was at Walmart and found this magnetic pin tray ln the craft section. I knew I could make some use out of it, even if it wasn't used for pins. I found it works nicely for holding my needle and scissors while I am crocheting or sewing in bed at night ;)

 

Organizing Beads and Buttons

Organizing Beads and ButtonsIf you have a large collection of beads and buttons, it important to keep them organized so you can locate the ones you need. This is a page about organizing beads and buttons<.

 

A U-Haul moving truck.

What to Expect When Renting a Moving TruckRenting a moving truck for a day to move one or more items or even when moving to a new home can be less expensive than using a moving company. This page offers some in-depth information regarding what to expect when renting a moving truck.

 

A plastic storage crate.

Kitchen Storage with Plastic CratesSterilite Storage Crates are useful for the kitchen. This particular one I purchased is from Walmart (measuring 9" L x 7 " x 6") and is also perfect for CDs and DVDs, but I am using it to store dried grains. The crate is only $1.37! They are stackable and you can connect more crates together if you need!

 

A clipboard with reminders written on it.

Using a Clipboard for RemindersNeed help getting organized and remembering tasks? Use a clipboard to write down your reminders and hang it in a place that is easily seen throughout your day. This is a page about reminder clipboard.

 

Replacing a button on a shirt.

Saving Replacement Buttons and Yarns for ClothingFrequently clothing items such as sweaters, shirts, and coats will come with extra buttons or small rolls of repair yarn. This is a page about saving replacement buttons and yarns for clothing.

 

Using a thick rubber band to keep shower rack from sliding down the shower head.

Keep Shower Rack From Sliding Down Shower HeadYour shower head is a convenient place to hang a rack for holding soaps and shampoos but sometimes these racks do slide down the shower head. This page has tips to help prevent your shower rack from sliding down shower head.

 

Mug Rack

Use a Mug Rack Hanger as a Jewelry HolderKitchen mug racks are also very useful for hanging your jewelry. This is a page about use a mug rack hanger as a jewelry holder.

 

A binder clip over the blade portion of a disposable razor.

Using a Binder Clip to Safely Store a RazorYou can use a binder clip to safely store a razor. Learn more in this page about storing razors.

 

Leaf blower cord wrapped around a modified milk jug.

Milk Jug Electric Cord ReelThis is a nice way to reuse a milk jug to help keep your extension cords tangle free. This page shows you how to make a milk jug electric cord reel.

 

Keys hanging from a binder clip.

Using a Binder Clip for Hanging KeysIf you don't want to put another hole in the wall, you can use binder clips for organizing your keys, by making a makeshift hook. This page shows you how to use a binder clip for hanging keys.

 

Homemade Spice Cabinet

Homemade Spice CabinetFinding a good place to store the many small spice bottles in your kitchen can sometimes be solved by a DIY project, such as a spice rack. This is a page about homemade spice cabinet.

 

Watches stored on an empty bottle.

Empty Bottles for Displaying Watches or BraceletsI've always had a spray bottles, foam bottles for my hair, and colognes. Every time those bottles get emptied, I always keep thinking how to use it again or how it can help inside my home. I had this idea to used it as a watch organizer or a bangle organizer. That made things looks neat and arranged.

 

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Sorting Construction Paper by Color - file box filled with labeled folders

Storing Construction Paper by ColorOrganizing your construction paper supply by color not only makes it easy to find the color you need, but alerts you when it is time to replenish certain colors. This is a page about storing construction paper by color.

 

A couple with a computer and a bag of groceries.

Using a Computer to Organize Your Shopping ListThis is a page about using your computer to organize your shopping list. Having a convenient list of the items you need will help you stay within your budget and save time.

 

Empty Your Purse for Tidy Living - purse contents on a small table

Empty Your Purse for Tidy LivingThis is one of the many tips I adopted from Marie Kondo's method. This tip tells us to empty our purses every day, and find one drawer, shelf, or station, hopefully near the front door, in which to keep the contents while we are not actually using it/in transit.

 

A pop can box made into a bag organizer.

Use a Soda Can Box to Organize BagsRecycled solutions to organizational issues are often thrifty and creative. This is a page about use a soda can box to organize bags.

 

A cute cardboard box containing scissors, remotes and other clutter.

Housing Side Table Clutter with BoxI have a wicker two-drawer night stand that is by my "TV" chair. There is too much stuff on it and it's a hot mess. So, today I found one of my fav decorative boxes and put the lid on the side, using it for my remotes, note pad, scissors, pens, stylus pen, crochet hook, and calendar.

 

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Soften Plastic Recycling to FlattenUsing a stove, hover your food plastic packaging over the heat for a short while, at a distance not to harm your hands. Let the plastic become soft. Put it onto a work surface and then, using a silicone pot mat, quickly flatten it. This routine has significantly reduced the bulk and I now only need to take it to the recycle centre every 2 to 3 weeks.

 

pantry drawers

Using Drawers to Organize PantryThis is a page about using drawers to organize pantry. Adding drawer sets to your pantry can create more useful and organized storage space.

 

Tidy up Your Leads (Cords)

Toilet Paper Tubes for Organizing Electrical CordsThis is a page about toilet paper tubes for organizing electrical cords. Electrical cords are akin to hangers when it comes to the disaster that can arise when they are not well organized.

 

labeled cords

Labeling Electronic CordsThis is a page about labeling electronic cords. We all have numerous cords for our many electronic devices. Labeling them helps keep things organized.

 

A girl opening a dishwasher at home.

Clip Art for Chore and Duty Charts?This is a page about clip art for chore and duty charts. Before children can read well, you can help them learn to complete daily tasks with pictures on a chart.

 

A kayak being hung on the side of a chicken coop.

DIY Kayak HangerThis is a page about making a DIY kayak hanger. Kayaks are fun to have when you are at the water but are large and difficult to store when you are at home.

 

A space saving display shelf over a window.

Creating Display Shelves Above WindowsThis is a page about creating display shelves above windows. Finding more space for storage or display often requires that you look at often unused areas around your home or apartment.

 

Declutter with Coffee Cans

Organizing With Plastic Coffee ContainersThis is a page about organizing with plastic coffee containers. If you purchase coffee in large plastic containers, be sure to reuse them for your clutter.

 

Spice Tins on Fridge

Organizing Spice Tins on Your FridgeThis is a page about organizing spice tins on your fridge. This is a creative way to find more storage space in your kitchen.

 

A container in the counter in the kitchen.

Product Review: Tupperware Fridgesmart ContainersThese containers keep food fresh longer. They have ridged bottoms to collect any moisture. In addition, they have two vents. Depending upon the food being stored, one, both, or neither will be in the open position.

 

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Writing Pen Organizer

Writing Pen OrganizerI keep all sorts of scraps from previous projects I have done. I turned this crocheted rectangle into a pen organizer. I fastened three large safety pins in a row and then hung writing pens on the safety pins. I tied a ribbon onto one end, rolled it up and tied it.

 

Old books lined up on a bookshelf.

Keeping Books From Becoming MustyThis is a page about keeping books from becoming musty. Changing where and how we store our books can often help to keep them from getting a musty odor.

 

Couple looking at recipes both online and using recipe box

Saving RecipesThis is a page about saving recipes. There are number of ways to keep recipes where you can keep them organized and find them easily.

 

Don't forget reminder on a sticky note.

Creating Reminders for YourselfThis is a page about creating reminders for yourself. We all forget to do something such as run an errand or un-mute our phone.

 

White Storage Containers on a red background.

Organizing with Storage ContainersThis is a page about organizing with storage containers. Choosing the right containers can make stored things convenient when its time to find what you need.

 

Containers full of Stencils

Organizing Stickers and StencilsThis is a page about organizing stickers and stencils. Keep your supplies for scrapbooking and other crafts organized, so you can easily find what you need.

 

Use Your Cell Phone to Save Magazine Recipes

Saving Recipes From MagazinesThis is a page about saving recipes from magazines. We have all found great recipes in magazines while sitting in a waiting room. There are ways, other than ripping them out, to save them for your personal use.

 

A pair of metal tweezers isolated on white

Storing TweezersThis is a page about storing tweezers. If you are constantly trying to find your tweezers or simply are looking for a convenient place to store them, here are some suggestions.

 

DIY Plastic Bag Dispenser

DIY Plastic Bag DispenserKeeping your plastic bags organized for reuse can be done in a variety of ways. This is a page about DIY plastic bag dispenser.

 

Making Temporary Shelving

Making Temporary ShelvingThis is a page about making temporary shelving. To keep your belongings organized sometimes you need more portable storage.

 

Labeling Nail Clippers and Tweezers

Labeling Nail Clippers and TweezersThis is a page about labeling nail clippers and tweezers. Keeping track of your favorite nail clippers and tweezers in a household with members who "borrow" can be trying.

 

Keeping a Ball of Twine from Unwinding

Keeping a Ball of Twine from UnwindingThis is a page about keeping a ball of twine from unwinding. Don't let that stored ball of twine become an unwound nightmare in the kitchen drawer, tool box, or craft supply storage.

 

Adjustable bed control remote against white background

Making Adjustable Bed Controls More AccessibleThis is a page about making adjustable bed bed controls more accessible. No one wants to have to wrangle the control to their adjustable bed.

 

Stacks of 5 gallon buckets

Storing 5 Gallon Plastic BucketsThis is a page about storing 5 gallon plastic buckets. Large plastic buckets can be tricky to store because they can stick inside of each other.

 

Unorganized stack of manuals

Storing Manuals and ReceiptsThis is a page about storing manuals and receipts. Storing large and small appliance and electronics manuals as well as receipts for other valuable purchases is a good idea.

 

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Man standing next to heavy hutch and boxes on carpet

Moving Heavy Furniture on CarpetThis page is about moving heavy furniture on carpet. You can make or buy sliders to help you move heavy pieces over all kinds of floors.

 

Pots and Pans hanging from hooks

Hanging Pots and PansThis is a page about hanging pots and pans. One way to better utilize space in a kitchen with limited or unsatisfactory cabinet space is to hang your pots and pans.

 

Unorganized pile of gold bracelets on a white surface

Organizing BraceletsThis is a page about organizing bracelets. Make these accessories easy to find by displaying them in a creative ways.

 

An playroom with bins and toys arranged on shelves

Organizing ToysThis is a page about organizing toys. Help teach kids to keep their toys in order by using shelves and containers.

 

Movers carrying boxes from a truck

Preparing to MoveThis page is about preparing to move. Being well organized and knowing what you will need first, can make moving much easier.

 

Small room containing a cabinet that is too large for the space and a tilted couch that won't fit

Moving Into a Smaller HouseThis is a page about moving into a smaller house. Moving into a smaller house can be liberating, but also very stressful at least initially.

 

peek through door into closet nook conversion

Converting a Closet into a Private NookThis is a page about converting a closet into a private nook. An unused closet is the perfect space for creating a private nook for crafting, reading, or play.

 

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Store Necklace in Straw to Avoid TanglingWhen traveling or transporting necklaces, place one end through a straw to prevent the necklace from getting knotted/tangled. No more spending time trying to untangle!

 

Wide variety of different types and sized of jars filled with spices on three shelves all with different types of labels

Labeling Spice Jars?This is a page about labeling spice jars. Organizing your spices often includes transferring them all to new or matching jars.

 

For Rent Sign hanging over a hedge with a home in the background

Renting a Home with Friends?This is a page about renting a home with friends. Renting a place with your friends is an exciting adventure that can go well or not depending on your prior planning.

 

A single maroon fabric flower against a white background

Organizing Silk FlowersThis is a page about organizing silk flowers. If you do a lot of crafting using silk flowers, organizing your supply may be a challenge.

 

Family on a motor boat watching watching someone waterski

Keeping Important Items Dry on a BoatThis is a page about keeping important items dry on a boat. Keeping important items dry on your boat can be done, often quite easily.

 

Close up of image of a white clock face with green border.  The clock has DST written on it and two hour hands exactly one hour apart with a red double ended arrow pointing at both hands indicating the hour changes forward and back by one hour

When is Daylight Saving Time?This is a page about "When is daylight saving time?". Since 2007, in areas of Canada and United States in which it is used, daylight saving time begins on the second Sunday of March and ends on the first Sunday of November.

 

Red image of broken glass and the word FRAGILE in black on a white label against a cardboard box background.

Storing CrystalThis is a page about tips for storing crystal. Storing your crystal properly can help ensure years of use and reduce the risk of chipping and breakage.

 

different sized bag footballs

Folding Plastic Grocery BagsThis is a page about folding plastic grocery bags. Storing plastic grocery bags for reuse can be a challenge. They seem to require a better solution than stuffing them in another grocery bag.

 

Middle School Locker Kit

Making a Middle School Locker KitThis is a page about making a middle school locker kit. Have your child help you put together this useful kit of everyday necessities to store in their school locker. This is a page about making a middle school locker kit.

 

jumble of bobbins

Organizing BobbinsThis is a page about organizing bobbins. Keeping your bobbins organized for easy reuse can be an ongoing hassle.

 

Lazy Susan with Marbles Teaser

Making a Lazy Susan with MarblesThis is a page about DIY lazy susan with marbles. This easy to make lazy susan has all the function of a store bought one, at a fraction of the cost.

 

Organizing Crossword Puzzles

Organizing Crossword PuzzlesThis is a page about storing and organizing crossword puzzles. If you enjoy working on crossword puzzles, you may find it helpful to organize unfinished ones for later.

 

Storing Sheets Inside Pillowcases

Storing Sheets Inside PillowcasesThis is a page about storing sheets inside pillowcases. Organize your linen closet by storing sheets inside the matching pillowcases.

 

Making a Clothes Hanger Wire Organizer

Making a Clothes Hanger Wire OrganizerThis is a page about wire hanging shelf. Wire coat hangers have so many organizational uses. This tip will help you keep wires and cords untangled and organized.

 

Making a Scrubbie Cubbie

Making a Scrubbie CubbieThis is a page about making a scrubbie cubbie. This easy to make solution for storing cleaning items between uses, is perfect for keeping your kitchen organized.

 

Storing Plastic Wrap, Foil and Wax Paper Boxes

Storing Plastic Wrap, Foil and Wax Paper...This is a page about storing plastic wrap, foil and wax paper boxes. All those food wrap boxes can take up less space in the kitchen when you get a little creative.

 

storing duct tape

Storing Duct TapeThis is a page about storing duct tape. When keep from moisture and heat this versatile tape can maintain it's usefulness for years.

 

double hooks to hang jackets

Using Over the Door HooksThis is a page about using over the door hooks. Over the door hooks can have their usage expended an sometimes even they can be put to other uses entirely.

 

paper, scissors, tape, and other gift wrap supplies

Gift Wrapping Station IdeasThis is a page about gift wrapping station ideas. Having all of your gift wrapping supplies together and a convenient wrapping surface make this task a lot easier.

 

Making Wooden Locker Shelves

Making Wooden Locker ShelvesThis is a page about making wooden locker shelves. Easy to make, wood shelves can add more room and organization to a child's school locker.

 

man holding trash bag

Storing Trash Bags in Your CarThis is a page about storing trash bags in your car. Having plastic bags handy when you leave home can help you transport messy things and keep your car tidy.

 

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Storing Wallpaper Books?Anyone know a good storage solution for wallpaper books?

 

Woman Planning Outfits

Planning OutfitsThis is a page about planning outfits. Knowing which clothes and accessories that look good together, can help you save time getting dressed.

 

Kitchen Tongs

Storing Kitchen TongsThis is a page about storing kitchen tongs. Cooking tongs can take up too much room and add to the clutter in drawers. There are a few creative ways to store them.

 

Lazy Susan

Using a Lazy SusanIn cabinets, appliances and on tables, these revolving shelves can make food and dishes easier to reach. This is a page about using a lazy susan.

 

Diagram for Re-Packing Stuff Back in Boxes

Diagram for Re-Packing Stuff Back in BoxesAfter years of not being able to repack boxes of items I started to draw a sketch of the packing layout BEFORE I remove items for the first time. Otherwise I have more items than what I began with left over after repacking!

 

various size crochet hooks

Storing Crochet HooksThis is a page about storing crochet hooks. There are a variety of things you can use or make, to keep your crocheting hooks easy to find and convienent.

 

Clear Glass Canisters

Using Clear Glass CanistersThis is a page about using clear glass canisters. Glass is a wonderful food container material. It is easy to clean, and easy to see what and how much is stored in it.

 

School Supplies

Organizing School SuppliesThis is a page about organizing school supplies. Getting your school supplies in order will help you determine what you need to buy.

 

Colored Pencils

Organizing Colored PencilsThis is a page about organizing colored pencils. Keeping your colored pencils organized will help to find the color you need and perhaps even save money, because you won't have to run out and buy another set only to find strays all over the house.

 

Get Organized

Step by Step Guide To Get Organized?This is a page about step by step guide to get organized. Many people struggle with getting organized. Developing a routine or step by step process can help.

 

Clothspin Bag as Handy Organizer

Clothspin Bag as Handy OrganizerHang a clothespin bag from your porch swing for a "pocket" to hold books, your newspaper, snacks, even a bottle of water.

 

Recipe Cards

Using Recipe CardsThis is a page about using recipe cards. Many cooks still use recipe cards when preparing their favorite meals.

 

Magnetic Knife Holder

Making a Magnetic Knife HolderYou can save money and free up space on your kitchen counter by making a magnetic knife holder. This is a page about making a magnetic knife holder.

 

Woman Multi-Tasking at Home

Multi-Tasking at HomeThis is a page about multi-tasking at home. Successful multi-tasking is an art form. It takes organizing skills and some practice to have it work well.

 

padded envelope

Mailing BooksThis is a page about mailing books. To make sure your books arrive in good condition it is important to package them well.

 

metal pan lid

Organizing LidsThis is a page about organizing lids. Whether metal, glass, or plastic, lids can be a challenge to keep organized and easy to find.

 

Sunglasses

Organizing Sunglasses?If you have multiple pairs of sunglasses, making or buying a storage rack may be the best way to keep them organized and easily accessible. This is a page about organizing sunglasses.

 

Open Magazines

Saving Ideas from MagazinesThis is a page about saving ideas from magazines. There are a number of ways to save ideas that we find in magazines, either ones we receive at home or ones we leaf through at a doctor's office.

 

Bobby Pins

Storing Bobby PinsThis is a page about storing bobby pins. Bobby pins seem to often end up all over the bathroom and other areas of the house.

 

Children Toy Box

Homemade Children's Toy BoxesThis is a page about homemade children's toy boxes. Convenient storage for your child's toys can be made at home with wood, cardboard or plastic bins.

 

Organized Colorful Clothing

Organizing Clothing for the Color BlindThis page is about organizing clothing for someone who is color blind. When someone can not tell the difference between some colors and shades, they may need some help to be confident that their clothes are matched.

 

An medicine cabinet filled with bottles and other toiletries.

Storing ToiletriesThis is a page about storing toiletries. Many of us have a collection of toiletries in varying sized containers and for different purposes. Keeping them organized and accessible can sometimes be a challenge.

 

A young boy reading a large book.

Organizing Children's BooksThis is a page about organizing children's books. Keeping your kids' books stored in a way that makes it easy for them to read and enjoy their favorites can be a challenge and require some creativity.

 

framed antique document

Determining the Value of Old Documents?This is a page about determining the value of old documents. Some old documents can hold monetary value, while others may only hold sentimental value, and still others should just be recycled.

 

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Shoe Rack for Organizing Paper Die Cutters and Punches?Have you heard of using a metal shoe rack with three spinning levels as a die or punch organizer? I saw it somewhere and can't seem to find it now that I bought the shoe rack. The rack holds 18 pairs of shoes.

 

Storing Posters in Cardboard Tube

Storing Posters and BannersThis page is about storing posters and banners. Keeping those paper mementos in good shape before you can get them framed can be accomplished with some simple recycling.

 

Kids in Shared Bedroom

Organizing a Shared Bedroom for Kids?This page is about organizing a shared bedroom for kids. When your family grows faster that your living space, you may need your children to sleep in the same room.

 

A boy scout looking at a compass.

Organizing Tips for Parents of Boy ScoutsThis page is about organizing tips for parents of boy scouts. Making a habit after every meeting or outing, of having your son put all his boy scout stuff in one location will help save everyone time.

 

K-Cup Holder

K-Cup Holder IdeasThis is a page about K-Cup holder ideas. K-Cup storage can be a challenge, but there are all sorts of creative and thrifty ways to store your K-Cups.

 

A photo album, great to use for storing embossing plates.

Storing Embossing PlatesThis page is about storing embossing plates. When you want to keep a number of these plates, it nice to have them organized.

 

Basket to store silveware on counter.

Uses for Dishwasher Silverware BasketsI've had to replace a few dishwashers in my day and have determined that those silverware baskets are great for many things. Here are two uses for them.

 

K-cups

Organizing Keurig K-cupsKeurig coffee makers are a fast and easy way to have a delicious cup of coffee in the morning. Keep your different flavors of K-cups organized so you can find the one you want, when you need it. This is a page about organizing Keurig K-cups.

 

A row of old books.

Getting Rid of Your Old BooksThis page is about getting rid of your old books. Having a library of books can be very nice, but often times you may not read them again.

 

Brooms and Mops

Storing Brooms and MopsThis page is about storing brooms and mops. An untidy mess can develop in a utility closet or corner of the kitchen.

 

Bathroom Drawers

Organizing Bathroom DrawersThis is a page about organizing bathroom drawers. Keeping the drawers in your bathroom vanity from becoming a jumbled mess takes a bit of organization, but can be done inexpensively or by purchasing special dividers and containers.

 

Bathroom Cabinet

Organizing Your Bathroom CabinetsThis is a page about organizing your bathroom cabinets. With all of the various sized containers and supplies, bathroom cabinets can be a mess if left unorganized.

 

Blue file folders.

Organizing Business Files?This is a page about organizing business files. Part of having a well run business is developing a good filing system. Lost or poorly filed information can be costly in dollars and clients.

 

Birthday Reminder on Calendar

Remembering BirthdaysThis is a page about remembering birthdays. There are calendars, software programs, and other products sold to help us keep track of birthdays.

 

Circling Calendar Date in Red

Using A CalendarThis is a page about using a calendar. Despite the many electronic calendar options available, many people still use paper calendars to organize and plan their activities and appointments.

 

Display Rocks In Water

Display Rocks In WaterEven plain looking rocks become interesting to look at when viewed in a glass filled with water.

 

Kid's Clothes

Putting Names on Kids Clothes?This is a page about putting names on kids clothes. Putting your children's name on their clothing helps when sorting laundry or for identifying lost clothing at school.

 

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