It’s spring cleaning and organizing time! Organizing your home doesn’t have to be a chore, it can be an opportunity to get creative. Even if you have limited space, there are plenty of fun yet practical ways you can make the most of it. There are also clever hacks for your home that will help you organize your life in general, and even help the kids get ready in the morning. With a bit of imagination, you can transform your home with beautiful decorations that double up as storage. Anything’s possible with a little creativity. Discover 15 clever ways to declutter and organize home with style and ease to give you inspiration.
Up-cycled shelving
Repurpose household items to make original shelving. You could use wooden crates and boxes, old furniture, or even recycled wood from your garden. Here are some upcycled shelving ideas. Shelving is relatively easy to build even if you’re not confident in your DIY skills. It’s also a practical way to make use of the vertical space. If you create an original design for your shelves you can make a nice feature for any room. Use them to hold plants and ornaments, or souvenirs you’ve collected from your travels.
Magnetic strips
If you’re always rushing to find your keys on your way out the door, check out these magnetic key holders. Strategically place one near the door and get into the habit of hanging up your keys every time. This will save you a lot of time in the morning. Magnetic strips aren’t only for keys. You can also use them to store knives, scissors, and even small tools such as tweezers and nail clippers. This way you’ll never have to dig around in your makeup bag looking for them.
Magnet reminders
Magnets are very useful for organizing your life. You could use a fridge magnet organizer to jot down your plans. This way you’ll have a constant reminder every time you eat. You can also get personalized fridge magnet reminders. Check out these magnetic save the dates from MagnetStreet for your next event. You can give them out to your friends and family as a fun reminder of your special day that will look great on their fridge. Mini magnets are also an easy way to leave little notes to yourself if you don’t want to take up much space. They’re perfect for the home office as well as your refrigerator.
Chalkboard paint
Another fun way to leave messages is with chalkboard paint. It’s great for children’s bedrooms. As well as writing important notes they’re also free to doodle on it and use it for homework. You could even paint a small area in the kitchen for your weekly meal plan, grocery list, and other reminders. If you don’t want to paint the walls you could get a small portable chalkboard instead. This will still add a rustic, restaurant-style touch to your kitchen.
Morning zone
If you run a busy household and the morning time gets chaotic, there is a solution to help you with this. Create a small zone in each bedroom, yours and your kids, with everything set out for the next day. This could be a simple storage box or a small self-contained shelving unit, for example. Add a couple of hooks for jackets and school bags. Encourage your children to prepare everything they need for the morning and keep it in the same place. This will hopefully help with the school run rush. It works just as well for adults too. Try to declutter at the end of the day and get everything prepared for the next morning.
DIY shower caddy
Having a more organized bathroom will also make your busy mornings easier. There are plenty of fun yet practical ways you can organize your bathroom. Try this DIY shower caddy tutorial, for example. You can make your own storage for all your products. If you don’t have much space you can even use netting and add pockets to make a wall hang.
Bathroom walls
Bathroom walls are often neglected but they make perfect storage space. You could hang beautiful baskets and boxes to store your towels and bath products. This works especially well if you don’t have much under the sink storage or a linen closet. That way you can always keep clean towels off the floor and rolled up neatly, just like in a spa or hotel. Making use of the vertical space for storage will give you much more floor area, so think of creative ways to do so in every room of the house.
Reclaimed wood ladders
Reclaimed wood will add a gorgeous and timeless look to your interior. It’s also a sustainable and very versatile material. You can make a ladder shelving unit or look for designers online. Ladders are a fun and interesting way to store a variety of things. They’re ideal for hanging blankets and linens, and step ladders can be up-cycled into shelving units for plants and accessories. You could even use them in a closet or bedroom for scarves!
Clothespin line
Clothespin lines are a lovely way to display your photos, but you could also use them for notes and reminders. Pin up your receipts where you can see them, or even your utility bills. This way you’ll always remember to keep on top of your finances. You can also use them to decorate your home office. Here are some examples of items made from mini clothespin lines. They’re also another fun option for children’s bedrooms. We like to do this with cards and our children’s artwork!
DIY shoe rack
Finally get around to organizing your footwear with these DIY shoe rack ideas. Building your own storage accessories will add a touch of style and originality to your home. There are plenty of options for shoes. You could make use of the vertical space and hang them up or build a standing shelving unit. You could otherwise repurpose an old wooden bench with shelves underneath. Conveniently, it can also double up as seating while you’re putting your shoes on.
Rolling pantry
If you have limited space in your kitchen, organize your pantry like a pro. One idea is to fit a rolling pantry. This is essentially a slim door with shelves cleverly hidden inside. It can be added on the side of or in between your cupboards. It’s the ideal way to tuck away your spices or items that you don’t use as often. You can even hang commonly used utensils or gadgets on the walls with hooks or magnetic strips. Try to organize your kitchen into zones so you’ll always be able to find what you’re looking for.
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Mini lazy Susan
You can organize your kitchen cupboards with a mini lazy Susan. This is a great way to store your spices, for example. You can spin it around rather than having to dig into the back of your cupboard. Lazy Susans have a pretty simple design, you can make one yourself. Use recycled materials for the turntable such as wood or plastic. Here are some clever lazy Susan storage ideas to give you inspiration.
Storage stools
If you would like to make the most of a smaller outdoor space such as a balcony or patio, storage stools are ideal. You can buy stools where the seat is removable and there’s space to store small items inside. A classy standard ottoman with storage combines elegance and functionality, offering a stylish solution to keep your outdoor essentials neatly tucked away. Up cycled sturdy boxes and crates would also work if you. make a lid for them. Then decorate them with a handmade cushion using recycled fabrics, for example.
Decluttering game
It’s hard to organize your home if it’s full of clutter. Stay on top of decluttering by turning it into a game. If you have children, set them a decluttering challenge every week and incentivize them with points or prizes. See who can get rid of the most items and keep their bedroom organized. Take any unwanted items in a good condition to Goodwill or see if there is a Buy Nothing group in your area where you can give your unneeded items away for free. This will help teach your children to be more mindful of their possessions. I try to have a 1 in, 1 out rule for toys. It doesn’t always work, but it does help prevent things from becoming overwhelming!
Digitize everything
Another way to rid your home of clutter is to digitize everything you can. This means uploading your paper recipes, bills, notes, calendar reminders, and so on. You can use one of the best organization apps to help you. This will free up some space in your home. Don’t worry, these apps are very user-friendly! You can even set notifications to remind you of events and items on your to-do list. If you’re struggling to get organized, let technology do the work for you.
Spring is the perfect time of year for mindful decluttering. Cleaning and organizing your home can be very rewarding and it’s a great stress-relieving activity. You can then add creative touches to your decor and make your space your own. There’s no need to spend lots of money revamping your home, with up-cycling and DIY projects you can create storage solutions that won’t compromise on style. There are plenty of fun ways to ways to declutter and organize home that will add a touch of originality to your interior design!
