organization tips
CONSTRUCT
Install shelves in an easily reachable
space that won’t take up hanging clothes
room if your closet is used for this. Think
about shelves that can hang on the inside
of a door, as this is often wasted space,
or a built in piece in the middle or to one
side that can hold folding items, baskets or
shoes. A short shelving unit below a clothes
bar can be great for shirts and short skirts
to hang above without wrinkling them.
DIVIDE
When trying to organize things that are
small, you have in abundance, or are
in a odd shaped space, divide it up.
Using an ornament box is great for
under
garments,
scarves,
socks,
ties
and baby clothes. Pick them out of
SHARING
When sharing a closet with someone else it’s best to communicate on a few key items
before organizing:
♦♦ Identify problem areas – One person probably has more clothes than the other.
In this case find another piece of furniture to hold items that don’t need to go in
the closet. Find a slanted shoe rack for that shoe lover so they’re not on the floor or
taking up a lot of room. Move items that aren’t worn often, like formal dresses, winter
coats or specialty items, to a spare closet in another room or hallway. When space
is tight or shared try to keep most used and necessary items within reach only.
♦♦ Use racks – Consider belt and tie racks to keep clutter items organized
and
out of the way.
There are many
styles
to choose from, both wall
mounted and hanging, so choose which one fits your closet layout best.
♦♦ Get ready the night before – Pick out your outfits and lay out your clothes
the night before. This keeps two people from tripping over one another in the
morning when you’re both trying to get ready. Not everyone is a morning person,
so if a little preparation can help deter a fight first thing in the morning then do it!