closet junkie...

Now that it's 2012, it's out with the old, in with the new! Are you guilty of keeping everything in hopes of one day putting it to use? Every January I go through all the closets in my home and toss out (donate) any items that no longer have a purpose, meaning or fit into my happy, healthy and stress-free life style.  From my kids clothes to my clothes to the entry way closet, to the game closet, to the bathroom closet...you get the idea! 

START BY ORGANIZING YOUR CLOSET

 A clean closet will make getting ready each day easier. I like to start off by taking everything out, carefully considering each item then putting everything back into it's proper space. Labeling items will give a place for each items, making it easier to find. Therefore, time saving on those rushed mornings!

I keep my floral blouses together, making them easier find!

And any abstract patterns get their own section as well.

I like to keep any pattern items at the front. Then hang items from light to dark. You can also organize your clothes by tank tops, short sleeved, long sleeve, etc. I find that if I sort my clothes by color, it makes it easier to find just what I am looking for and saves time!

 

Stacking bulky sweaters & jeans from a hanging organizer will save room in your closet, leaving more hanging room for other items!  

Little baskets are great for keeping items such as clutches.

Do your belts tend to end up tangled, on the floor?

 

Divided baskets such as this one found at IKEA are great for socks, belts or under-garments.  Rolling your belts and placing them in this basket will keep them organized and easily accessible.

 Transparent clothes covers will keep those dresses/suites crisp and clean for when you are ready to wear them! I like the transparent ones because you are able to see just what you have stored in them. A set of 3 (transparent white) only $2.99 at IKEA!

Does your jewelry look like this?

                 

These containers are only $2.99 at IKEA and are perfect for keeping my jewelry neat. Of course I keep the fancier jewelry in a jewelry box but for every day accessories, these are perfect! They can be placed on a shelve or inside a drawer and are stackable! Always keep you jewelry in a dry place, never inside the bathroom. The moisture can cause discoloration.  

An old belt rack is great for hanging your necklaces, it keeps them tangle free and easier to find! You can also use a utility rack, coat hanger, towel holder or anything else you can think of that will display them!

Placing a hamper in your closet will keep it tidy. You may also get one sorted by lights/darks. I like to keep a separate one for delicate/dry-cleaned items.

Now you are ready to tackle the next closet!