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Kicking the Clutter: Simple and helpful organizing tools

Use these items to make it easier to achieve your goals
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When you start your organizing project, you will need simple and affordable tools to spruce up your space. These tools are readily available at the stores in the qathet region.

Before you go on the shopping spree, make sure to declutter your space. Keep only items you need and love.

Sectional drawer organizers
Are you frustrated with constant rummaging through your drawers, trying to find the things you need? Well, there is a solution to this common problem. Ban the junk drawers.

Our local stores are full of sectional or individual organizing tools. Look for adjustable dividers that fit perfectly in any drawer, from your kitchen drawer to your office desk.

Shoe box storage
Measure your deep dresser drawers and fill the drawer with shoe boxes. Use large paper clips to hold the boxes together and keep them from sliding. This makes a great space to store your scarves, belts, socks or delicate items by providing easy access to the things you need.

Rolling storage carts
These carts are incredibly adaptable and can be used in any room in your home. They typically have multiple tiers and wheels, allowing you to move your storage solution wherever needed. They are perfect for organizing bathroom essentials, office supplies, craft materials or children’s toys.

Helpful hooks
If you have an old-fashioned closet with a door that’s not being used, start using the inside of the door by installing attractive chrome hooks to hang your robes, purses, belts and ties.

Buy baskets
Buy beautiful baskets or containers and place them on the top shelf to store your sweaters, gloves, rolled belts or any seasonal clothes. This is a great and safe place to store your family pictures.

Label maker
A label maker becomes a necessity for people who struggle with disorganization. Labelling containers, shelves and files creates an orderly storage approach.

Stackable bins
These storage bins are essential for becoming and staying organized. They allow you to maximize vertical space in closets, pantries and garages, keeping items accessible and neat.

Lazy Susan
An ideal solution for increasing corner spaces and making items more accessible, whether in your kitchen, fridge, bathroom or craft room. It’s designed to hold a variety of items, helping you to reach everything with a simple spin.

Magnetic spice rack
If you lack space in your kitchen, consider a magnetic spice rack, a perfect solution for your everyday needs. Attach these racks to your refrigerator or a metal surface to free up some valuable counter and cabinet space.

Incorporate all these items into your organizing projects to make it easier to achieve your organizing goals. Each tool offers individual benefits and provides a solution to specific organizational challenges, so your home remains tidy and functional.

If you have a limited budget and can’t afford new organizing tools, a solution can be local thrift stores. They have all kinds of neat containers and baskets to help you make your home functional and beautiful. And it’s another way to support the local economy.

Transformational life coach Ranka Burzan owns a professional organizing company in the qathet region and has written several books on reducing clutter. For more information, email [email protected] or call 604.578.8954.

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