It’s so hard to believe that it is August already! I seem to say this every summer, but I just can’t believe how fast it is going! Back to school is just around the corner and I always tend to get that “organization itch” at this time of year. It is the perfect time to tackle the kids’ rooms and hopefully create a little organization amidst all of that back to school chaos!
For those of you following along on The Household Organization Diet, here is my list for the month…
For those of you following along on The Household Organization Diet, here is my list for the month…
You can download the above To Do list HERE or a blank August To Do list HERE.
Since we are currently in Mexico, I won’t be getting a start on my To Do list until a little later in the month, but here some organization ideas to get you started…
Create an organization and display station for artwork and other keepsakes {you can also find a DIY version over at Inspiration for Moms}
Since we are currently in Mexico, I won’t be getting a start on my To Do list until a little later in the month, but here some organization ideas to get you started…
Create an organization and display station for artwork and other keepsakes {you can also find a DIY version over at Inspiration for Moms}
Utilize the space underneath the bed for extra storage with old suitcases or bins that slide easily under the bed.
{source: Country Living}
Paint a chalkboard wall to easily label art supplies and create a mini art gallery.
{source:It’s Always Autumn}
Use bins, narrow shelving or this rain gutter shelving to make books easily visible and within reach.
{source: Clean and Scentsible}
Invest in a storage unit with pull out bins like these Trofast Units from Ikea. The kids can carry the drawers to wherever they would like to play and they make clean up so much faster!
{source: Teal and Lime}
The Ikea Expedits {or other cube storage systems} are another great way to use bins for storage and still have some open spaces for display.
{source: Love Grows Wild}
So do you get the urge to organize with the start of back to school? What’s your favorite toy storage solutions?
{source: Country Living}
Paint a chalkboard wall to easily label art supplies and create a mini art gallery.
{source:It’s Always Autumn}
Use bins, narrow shelving or this rain gutter shelving to make books easily visible and within reach.
{source: Clean and Scentsible}
Invest in a storage unit with pull out bins like these Trofast Units from Ikea. The kids can carry the drawers to wherever they would like to play and they make clean up so much faster!
{source: Teal and Lime}
The Ikea Expedits {or other cube storage systems} are another great way to use bins for storage and still have some open spaces for display.
And if your kiddos are still learning to read, use picture symbols to label bins and buckets.
{source: Balancing Home}
Be creative with your storage solutions.
Be creative with your storage solutions.
{source: Love Grows Wild}
So do you get the urge to organize with the start of back to school? What’s your favorite toy storage solutions?
Are you new to The Household Organization Diet? You can find the first post HERE and get caught up on all of our past projects over HERE. Now is the time to get organized!!! I’d love to have you follow along! 😉
Love these ideas! We have toys all over the place here! I really need to get organized. Thanks for sharing such great inspiration!
What great ideas! I found you via the sundae scoop, and SO glad I did! You are so talented and I love your blog! New follower 🙂
Brilliant. I a planning to give my two grandsons an arts and crafts gift for Christmas.
Any ideas please?
Such wonderful ideas! I keep thinking one day I’ll have all my boys things organized, but I haven’t quite gotten there yet. Slowly but surely, I guess. Thanks so much for the round up of ideas. I love them all! Have a great day!
i think labels are the best trick to organizing! especially kid spaces!
So many great ideas for organizing inspiration!
Such a great collection of ideas Jenn! I am in the process of redoing both my sons’ rooms and eventually the playroom so these ideas are very welcome! Thanks:)
Awesome…. household organization tips!!! I love to organize because if things are properly organized then there comes no problem. Like if things are placed at their proper storage place then when there is a need of that particular item then it is easy to find. I have got some new tips for my organizing process. Thanks for such great post.
Love all these ideas, Jenn!
Such awesome ideas, Jenn! I’m loving the Lego bin that says “do not touch”…we so need one of those! I can’t tell you how much trouble I’ve gotten into for breaking up a Lego structure accidentally!! 🙂
Great ideas, Jenn! I’m working on organizing my kids rooms and could definitely use some of these ideas! 🙂
Nice Collection! It includes so many great ideas. I love the old suitcases under the bed for storage, very clever. ;o)