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Closet Organization
Question: What do you do if you only have two closet in your house. I have
no place to store any thing.
Misty
Answer:
Closet space is indeed a premium in most homes and apartments, but there are
ways to work around that for hidden storage. Try to go vertical in your
closets and maximize what space you DO have with: over the door racks,
hooks, and so forth. Invest in some sturdy but inexpensive plastic tubs for
under your bed, and be sure to label them. Create centers or zones under
your bed for: outgrown clothing, out of season clothes, crafts, giftwrap,
gifts (unless you have children who explore a lot before birthdays and
holidays), and so forth.
Consider organizing your closets as if you lived in a motor home. Add racks,
door mounted racks, and holders that affix to a shelf for holding: paper
plates, coffee filters, spices, lids, and doubling storage space for your
plates. Don't forget hanging hooks for: caps and belts, coffee cups, and
even bananas! Visit the dollar store or your favorite organizing department
for inexpensive but strong pegged racks for the bedroom (scarves,
scrunchies, and jewelry), mudroom or entry way (caps, coats, and scarves),
and bathroom (towels and robes).
It's not what you've got but how you use it! Be creative with your
organizing and you'll be amazed at the hidden spaces you'll discover.
Good luck,
Debbie Williams
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