Recently I have developed an addiction. An addiction to labeling. At first, it was just in an effort to get organized. Then I started reaping the benefits of my labeling. My husband even caught the labeling bug.
First let me take you on a tour of all our labels. Then I will share why I love to label so much!
For some reason, I thought summer was the time to organize closets. Boy, was I wrong. Having the kids home 24/7, pool dates, beach trips, and playdates made organization a near impossibility. But, now that the big boys are at school during the day, I am having a lot more time to get in their closets and take care of the clutter.
Carson's closet was beyond out of control. I had taken some of his baskets when I reorganized his bedroom, and left an enormous mess behind. Yes, I take responsibility for the disaster that was his closet.
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We turned Carson's bed sideways. He needed more room to play. :) |
The baskets I took out of his closet are now on the bottom shelf of that yellow bookcase. I had not "restocked" the bookshelf when I snapped this pic. |
Now for the closet. A few $0.77 tubs later (10 to be exact), and here we are...
before and after... |
I apologize for the blurry iphone pic. Here's what you're seeing, clockwise...
small drawer system holds rainbow loom bracelets, miscellaneous bracelets, and sweat bands; 10 tubs hold school supplies; electronics (headphones, ipod); Little Passports suitcase; memory box (medals and awards); dress up; toys and balls; action figures; scouts/camping; spy gear; and hats.
After this fun project, I was on a roll, and went on to tackle these two out of control areas...
The playroom closet...
And, the downstairs supply closet...
Want to see the before???
Ugh. I can hardly even look at this picture.
Other items I have labeled...
My entire pantry. See this post for full details.
Now that we have a house full of readers (Camden will catch up soon), everyone can put things back in the correct tub. Theoretically...![]() |
This is one my favorite containers. I used to store my extra K cups in the original box they come in. We buy our K cups at Costco. Now, I fill the canister next to our coffee pot and keep the overflow in this container in a closet. I can see when my supply is getting low so I can restock. That is a very good thing.
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