Just dropped in at the Container Store (I have and interview there tomorrow ) and couldn't help but be a little disgusted by how much everything costs. Is organization only for the rich? No my friend it is not. There are many things you can do to organize without even spending a DIME!
Free ways to organize…
Purge- This is probably the most important aspect of organization and it can go a long way for small and large wallets. The fewer things you own the less you will…
- Spend time dealing with that stuff
- Have to find space for that stuff
- Spend money on maintaining and containing that stuff
Reuse- Instead of buying containers GO GREEN. Find things around your home that you can repurpose to store your belongings.
I recently took old diaper boxes to make recycling tubs. You can do the same. Try sprucing them up with old gift wrap or even newspaper (which is appropriate décor for a "recycle" theme.
Rearrange- Rearrange your items in an attractive manner. Simply color coding your closet can give it a fresh look.
Work with what you have- By simply using the fixed storage in your space.
Copy Cat- Go to a place like the Container Store and check out their inventory. See if there are any products that you can recreate at home.
If you have to spend…
Goodwill- storage solutions like canvas bins and wicker baskets are expensive new. Many times you can find baskets or bins for a few dollars or less.
The Dollar Store- Many dollar stores off unique products like drawer dividers and canvas bins. Most of the canvas bins in my place are from Dollar Tree.
Yard Sale- who knows what you can find.
Spend big- only if the need is big. Don't buy unless you have a specific purpose for that item. Never buy just because you like an item or it may become another piece of clutter.
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