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Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Idea: Use Hanging Shoe Holder to Organize Winter Accessories


Consider using a hanging shoe holder to organize scarves and gloves. The pockets are just the right size to hold a scarf, some matching gloves, and a hat (if it's soft and pliable). Since all the items are easy to spy, you won't have to spend valuable time searching for the right set to match a particular outfit--just grab and go! Before, I used shallow totes to hold my winter accessories. I found that these bins took up more space than necessary, and many items (particularly gloves) would get lost in the mass of fabric. With separate organizers for each set, I no longer waste time searching for items that aren't there.  If it's not in its space, I can use the process of elimination to determine where it is (the car, the wash, etc.). Standard shoe organizers hold 8-10 pairs of shoes each, so you'll only need a few to capture all your winter gear.

When winter is over, consider using the shoe organizers to hold your rainbow of summer flip-flops!

The best part?  Shoe organizers can be very affordable.  I found mine at Big Lots for $3 each.  IKEA's SKUBB Organizer, just $4.99, has breathable netting behind each of its 9 sections, perfect for airing out items that are still a little damp.

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