5 Simple Ways to Organise Your Clothing Cupboard
We all know that renovating your home is a massive and expensive undertaking, so when you feel like you need a little more room, don't start calling the builders just yet. The trick is to make the most of the space you already have, and the easiest and most efficient place to start is the cupboards. Here are a few simple tips and tricks to organise your closet properly:
- Pack last season's clothes away: Summer is on its way in, which means you won't be needing your big boots, heavy jackets, and blankets for a while. Instead of fighting your way through your winter wardrobe this summer season, store your winter items in containers either under your bed or on the top shelves of your cupboards.
- Pack practically: Pack away your most used items at eye level so you know where to find them at all times. Your less used items can be packed on the lower shelves and the items you very rarely use can be packed on the highest shelves. When it comes to the hanging items, colour coding them will save you tons of time when you're hunting for one particular item of clothing. Remember, lay out everything you want to pack away before you start so you know what you're working with.
- Separate your delicates: Small items like socks, swimming costumes, and underwear can create a big mess and take up a lot of space if not organised well. Why not pop a divided container or small baskets into your drawer and store your smaller items in there? Not only will this make your closet tidier, it will also save you time when you're getting ready every morning!
- Add extra shelving if possible: If your cupboard is a little on the small side, try adding extra shelves between the existing ones, or use a hanging shelf divider to add an extra layer and avoid high piles of T-shirts and jerseys falling over. If you have the space, install another clothes rail above or below the one that's already there. These simple DIY hacks will create a lot of space where there wasn't any.
- Store your jewellery without spending a fortune: There's nothing like misplacing a much-loved bracelet or necklace to remind us that we should have stored them away safely in the first place. Taking care of your jewellery should never mean having to spend a fortune. Get creative and utilise items around the house to take care of your most special pieces. For example, an ice tray is the perfect storage solution for earrings, and a drawer magician will work wonders when storing necklaces, bracelets, and watches.