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Do It On A Dime

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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Declutter Challenge + GIVEAWAY!

by Filed Under: Organization

It’s that time of year…let’s clear our homes of unnecessary clutter!  This will help make room for your home to get organized in 2016.  (A huge video series brought to you by yours truly 🙂 )  I love to do my “NIFTY 50” declutter at least twice a year.  Take 50 minutes and find at least 50 items that are no longer serving you.  Drop off and feel the clutter free RELIEF!!

As further motivation, I’m going to be giving away a $25 Amazon giftcard to one of you! 

*GIVEAWAY RULES*
-Take a photo of YOUR declutter/donation pile
-Tag me on Instagram or Facebook (@doitonadime)
– You must tag me in a photo by 12/22/15 at 11:59pm EST
-You will know I got your entry because I will “like” the post or respond to it!
-Giveaway open to any country that has access to Amazon!
-Winner will be contacted VIA social media account, so please allow message feature to be active.
-18 or older or must have parental permission

GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY DECLUTTERING!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.  Giveaway prize purchased by me, myself and I :)*

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