Do It On A Dime

*NEW* Dollar Tree Organizers!

by Filed Under: Dollar Tree, Organization

Here’s a HUGE haul of some new Dollar Tree organizers and more!  I know I just posted a Dollar Tree video, but this is time-sensitive as I know many of you are looking for these new bins for your organizing projects 🙂

Get a Boogie wipe coupon here!

Check www.dollartree.com to order items by the case (they ship to the store)

Remember I’m all about finding a SYSTEM.  I love these cheap and gorgeous bins, but don’t forget about the system behind using them.  The most important part.  See more on that here.  Love you guys!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.*

NURSERY CLOSET ORGANIZATION….on a budget!

by Filed Under: Money Saving, Organization

When baby #2 rolls around, you resolve to re-evaluate what actually worked.  Not what you thought would work on some idealistic planet (that you quickly discover does NOT exist!)  With our first, we learned a lot and we had so much success with this style of closet organization.  I knew I needed to implement it this go-around.  Ain’t nobody got extra time with two kids 😉

Here are my best secrets to organize a baby’s nursery closet on a budget!

  1. Get an OVER THE DOOR SHOE ORGANIZER.  These are LIFESAVERS in the closet as they create extra storage (especially for pacifiers and teethers).  You can’t mess this system up!
  2. Don’t go big or go home if you need a new closet organizing system.  You can purchase UNDER $100 CLOSET ORGANIZING SYSTEMS for a FRACTION of what you pay at more custom stores.  Install to the ceiling to maximize vertical space!  We purchased a system for a 3-6 foot closet.
  3. NURSERY CLOSET DIVIDERS are the BEST.  We keep the current size clothes and the next size up in the closet and divide them out so they are easy to find.
  4. Create a no-fold system!  We just use bins and throw stuff in.  Pants, blankets, burp cloths.  They stay organized without the hassle.  Trust me!  We got our bins at Aldi, but you can find similar options are the dollar store.
  5. Need more space?  Try undermount organizers for extra blankets or swaddlers.
  6. Store extra diapers and next size up clothes at the top of the closet.
  7. Keep a laundry basket in the closet for clothes that no longer fit.  As you notice an item is getting snug, toss it in– you are sorting and updating your closet as you go!
  8. Cube shelving units are PERFECT for small closets (and you can utilize bins on the top).   The best place to find these is Walmart.  We fill them with Dollar Tree bins and don’t fold anything.  Just toss in and you are on your way!
  9. Keep white onesies separate from the rest of your clothes.  This sounds insane, but it is really helpful.
  10. Keep toys on the bottom bins so they are easy to take out and later easy for your kids to put away.
  11. Utilize side walls with extra hooks and invest in a corner laundry organizer to maximize space (we got ours at Target for less than $20!)

I hope these ideas were helpful.  And I really hope they were simple….because having a kid sure isn’t 😉

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DIY Hidden Storage | Free Book Upcycle

by Filed Under: DIY Projects, Organization

Using resources I already had and books I was about to donate, I created this thrifty, free, and elegant organizer.  Some other options are using old Encyclopedias or outdated textbooks or manuals, or even unused photos albums (come on you know you’ve got ’em!)  Hope you enjoy and give it a try!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are genuinely my own.*

IKEA Office Makeover & Organization

by Filed Under: Organization

Looking for how to organize your office?  In this video I share with you my favorite office organization tips and ideas.  I don’t know anyone at Ikea, we just found the best deals on office furniture and a bang for your buck 🙂  Compound that with my thrifty ways…you don’t have to spend a lot to be organized or have a space you love.

SOURCE LIST:

ALEX Ikea Desk  ;  LACK Ikea Floating Shelf  ;  KALLAX Ikea Cube Bookshelf

 

DIY Acrylic Water Arrangement Video

 

Folder organizer on desk  ;  Filofax Filing System

File Organizing Video

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Real Organizing Secrets: Best Tips for 2016

by Filed Under: Dollar Tree, Organization

Is your New Year’s resolution to get organized in 2016?  I can’t wait for this season to share tons of videos on getting organized the simple way on a budget.  If it’s from Dollar Tree or FREE it’s for me!  Here are my favorite how-to tips for getting organized!  I’m not a professional home organization expert, but I live an genuinely organized lifestyle and truly believe that ANYONE can… even when life isn’t perfect.  Like right now.  And pretty much all the time. 😉  Hope you enjoy!  (…and yes, I totally ended up sick after filming.  LOL!)

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Declutter Giveaway Winner!

by Filed Under: Organization

So excited to see so many of you participate in my declutter challenge and giveaway.  Congrats to the winner!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.  Giveaway hosted and paid for by me.*

Cheap Chalkboard Labels! (65% off!)

by Filed Under: Online Deals, Organization


Just a quick public service announcement on getting CHEAP chalkboard labels.  I’ve gotten lots of comments and messages from you asking why their Dollar Tree didn’t carry chalkboard labels and how I found mine.

Good news, friends!  These chalkboard labels are under $6.95 for 48.  That’s 65% off (down from $19.95)  You read that right.  To get the same amount of labels at the dollar tree you would have to spend over $8 (and they quality is not nearly as good..they struggle to stick to plastic).  These Superchalks are amazing with 5 star reviews.

Need a chalk pen?  There is also a bundle for a couple more bucks that includes a pen.  Also a great deal.

So all you organizing freaks, here you go.  These make a great stocking stuffer, too.  (Full disclosure: I sent these to Charlie and said, “Santa wants me to tell you I want this.  I’m such a weirdo.)  HA!

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