Declutter store5/17/2023 ![]() ![]() Bookshelf alternativesĪlso, who says bookshelves are the only way? If you’re short of space or simply have too many favourites, there are plenty of other creative solutions. Once you’ve got your narrowed down selection, where to put them? A bookcase is an obvious solution, but should you go freestanding or fitted?įreestanding offers more scope if you plan to move house or change furniture around regularly, but fitted bookcases utilise space more efficiently and make a great focal point in your room, too. Win win!) Freestanding vs Fitted Bookcases Overrun with your favourite reads? Start with a sort-out: is there anything you can’t see yourself ever re-reading? Do you have multiple copies of anything? Give unwanted books to charity shops, have a book sale on your front drive or host a ‘book swap’ with friends (you all bring a couple of reads you’d recommend and swap with each other, leaving you with a bit less clutter and more great reading material. Tilted bins are a smart choice as little ones can easily see what’s inside and – if you’re really lucky – they may even help with the tidying up, while toy hammocks are a fantastic way to store cuddly toys and utilise wall space. If you’re feeling really organised, labelling toy boxes and baskets with a picture and the name of what’s inside not only will help keep things tidy but can aid little ones with reading and writing skills too. ![]() Group like with like, for example cars, dolls, and games, and set up a craft table or box to keep all their colouring and artwork materials together. Toys need storage that involves minimal effort as they’re likely to be tipped out and tidied away again at regular intervals toy boxes and toy chests make ideal one-stop storage solutions as they’re large enough to hold lots of toys. Once you’ve edited the toy collection, it will be easier to organise them effectively. Are there multiples of the same/similar toy/object?.Is there anything that doesn't fit the space?.Is there anything that isn't played with?.If you’re not sure what to get rid of, you can start by asking these simple questions. ![]() Give unloved or out-grown games a new life by donating old toys to charities (refuges, care homes, libraries and children’s hospitals might all be able to make use of good-quality toys and games), to charity shops or just to friends with younger children. Toys, while wonderful for children, don’t always have the same appeal for parents - especially when they’re all over the floor. Shoes can be arranged in over-the-door shoe hangers or in tiered shoe racks so you can easily grab them as you’re running out the door. For drawers, rolling your smaller items of clothing will free up space - you can then organise them by type using adjustable dividers. Place hooks on the back of your wardrobe doors to hang ties and hats. That way you can easily see what’s in them. Make the most of smaller spaces by using hangers that hold multiple items or pack larger items in clear storage boxes and place them under your bed or on the floor of your wardrobe. Once you’ve streamlined your wearables, it’s time to sort them. Within a few weeks you’ll have an idea of which pieces you’re wearing regularly, and which you’re not. Start with all your hangers facing one way, and turn each one round once you’ve worn the item. If you struggle to sever those ties, you can prove to yourself that you don’t and won’t wear everything currently sitting in your wardrobe by noting if it gets an outing. ![]() Regardless of any ‘what ifs’ lingering in your mind, you’re unlikely to miss your goodbye pile. These can be donated, swapped, resold or recycled. The bits that no longer fit, don’t suit your style or are otherwise going unworn and unloved. Think under beds, on top of wardrobes, in the loft etc. You won’t be reaching for these all year round, so pack them away when they’re not needed. You get your wear out of these when the time - and weather - is right, e.g. It makes sense to house the garments you wear all the time within easy reach so pop these into easily accessible storage. First off, take everything out and create three piles. Wardrobes and drawers are ideal for the clothes you wear regularly, but it can be a tight squeeze and hard to locate things without a bit of management. Declutter and organise your clothing & shoes ![]()
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