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STORAGE + ORGANIZING

Storage with Style

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Storage…..when it comes to keeping a busy family organized storage is key! It’s not easy (or necessarily affordable to add closet space) but finding the right baskets can keep your space organized and without Mom and Dad doing all of the work.

Storage Baskets for Kids’ Stuff

I love baskets for kids because it is easy for them to tidy up! You can teaching them how to sort by labeling your baskets (one for trucks, one for LEGO…..can you tell I have 3 boys!) Plus with stylish baskets you can keep a shared space like a living room or family room, clutter free and calm.  I have made a rule that if we run out of room in the baskets – we don’t add baskets, we de-clutter!

Storage with Style

You might think that a storage basket may not work with your decor but there are so many shapes, sizes and styles…..I have sourced a number of different options and they are all on amazon (who doesn’t love online shopping?!)

1 – Large seagrass woven basket

2 – Woven wicker basket with handles

3 – 4 piece cube stripe storage baskets

4 – Large cotton rope stripe basket

5 – Round grey storage basket

6 – Grey linen storage basket

7 – Medium nickel wire basket

8 – Round large wire basket (antique copper)

I also love using baskets for smaller spaces that tend to get disorganized – bathroom vanities (in my home anyway) tend to get messy and fast.  I love small wire baskets for storing various products (shampoo, conditioner etc…).  The wire makes it easy to see what’s inside and if there’s a spill – it’s so easy to clean.

I also love to use baskets to keep my pantry organized. Mostly for smaller things like spice packages and my coffee pods.

What do you use to keep your space organized?

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Best Bookcases For Small Spaces

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We love to read and we love home decor but sometimes books lead to clutter which we don’t love.

Clutter is very stressful. It’s messy and can be overwhelming.  When you live in a smaller space you don’t often have the luxury of storage.  So what do you do? Sure, you can minimize your clutter but you can’t get rid of everything.

When you live in a smaller space you need storage but you also need it to be slim and stylish for your space.

We have found some amazing space saving book storage pieces.

The Brosna Bookcase from Urban Barn.  A fun and funky piece in two colours (black or white).  We love the simplicity and clean lines.  A great way to mix up books and some accessories.

 

 

The Sapien Bookcase from DWR is perfect for just stacking books.  Clean, simple, vertical and ideal for even the smallest of corners. The bookcase once filled with books almost disappears!

 

 

We love the metallic finish on this ‘etagere’.  Perfect for mixing books and decor.  The Nook Tower from West Elm.  there are a few variations on this design, some with a more industrial edge but this look transitions well with a few different decor styles.

 

 

When it comes to book storage, get creative!  Books can add a lot of colour to your space, so why not add skinny shelving for book storage and display pieces instead of art pieces on the wall.  Also think about horizontal book storage like you see here.  Under this bench is a great spot for kids books! Easy to access and to put away!

What keeps those 4 bookcases looking light, is that they do not have a backing!  You can see the wall behind the piece so it has an airy feel.  Plus the shelves are slim so they do not add bulk to the room.  Simple, slim storage can make a huge difference in a smaller space.

 

 

For kids, we also love bookcases flanking a headboard.

 

 

When it comes to your space and bookcases, you never want it too look and feel cramped, cluttered and heavy.  To avoid that be sure to not over stuff your bookcases and add some decor/display pieces or photo frames to the book storage – it will lighten up the look and feel.  For kids’ books, some time it is easier to storage awkward shaped books in a basket instead of in the shelf.

And remember for books that you are done with and don’t want to keep there are tons of used book stores, day cares, community centers and schools always looking to add to their inventory!

 

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