UHeart Organizing: Ice Ice Baby - Getting Organized with Ice Cube Trays

As an organizing fanatic, there is nothing better than finding a product that can do double duty.  But what if you found a product with at least 25 helpful uses?  Can you imagine the crazy excited cartwheels that would take place?  Serena, the genius behind <a href="http://prettyfluffy.com/" target="_blank">Pretty Fluffy blog</a>, has been having a recent love affair with ice cube trays.  You may be wondering why... Or how ice cube trays can really be all that amazing?<br /><br />Well, no need to question it any longer.  Serena is here to share 25 ways ice cube trays can help you all around the home.  Let's give her a nice and <i>warm</i> welcome!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOMR4Awbg2hsy8PQPy-0MCbNTKrAD8WeDC6UAn85d7Ldmpt7Td2CTV_gDaIwaC_rjdoIP7ewAKnclUv-dNv5NQY3ez3BrizQPxHzQT6W5cxcglyNUi3HfPYc-v5wy3hjQti-8n99I7Nvwr/s1600/PHOTO-1---ICE-CUBES-HEADER.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOMR4Awbg2hsy8PQPy-0MCbNTKrAD8WeDC6UAn85d7Ldmpt7Td2CTV_gDaIwaC_rjdoIP7ewAKnclUv-dNv5NQY3ez3BrizQPxHzQT6W5cxcglyNUi3HfPYc-v5wy3hjQti-8n99I7Nvwr/s1600/PHOTO-1---ICE-CUBES-HEADER.png" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>My love affair with ice cube trays is a new one. While I’ve always used them for ice (duh!) it’s only recently since making baby food for my daughter, that I have jumped deep into the world of ice cube trays and discovered there’s really nothing they can’t do.<br /><br />Over the last 6 months I have frozen so much you can call me Elsa. I’ve tried all sorts of ice cube trays and found the best ones, and trialed everything from freezing baby food to cocktails. I’ve cleaned out my freezer and now that baby is my pride and joy filled with all my frozen goodies.<br /><br />I’ve discovered these handy little trays really are a go-to tool for any organized household. They save you money by preventing wastage, they save you time by helping you prepare ahead, and they save you space by neatly stacking away oh so easily. <br /><br />I hope by the end of this post, you’ll love them as much as me!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEwVDjCYHrjsVF2fnKFPsrbF1EQSsoaNp3Q6K_pwfwBdUAjgWR8yk9ZR_kAePN3pzuAErpty6-meo5D5Midt6hhYqkCcjJZBeZ_3_uHN2iRSIae9Y57T7cNjZ2VfCWrIXuc-4Dd6ocWGan/s1600/PHOTO-2---ICE-CUBE-TRAYS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEwVDjCYHrjsVF2fnKFPsrbF1EQSsoaNp3Q6K_pwfwBdUAjgWR8yk9ZR_kAePN3pzuAErpty6-meo5D5Midt6hhYqkCcjJZBeZ_3_uHN2iRSIae9Y57T7cNjZ2VfCWrIXuc-4Dd6ocWGan/s1600/PHOTO-2---ICE-CUBE-TRAYS.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="color: #999999;"><b>ICE CUBE TRAYS – MY FAVORITES</b></span><br /><br />While any old ice cube tray will do, the ice cube trays below have become my secret freezing weapons. There is literally a tray for every purpose…<br /><br /><i><b>For:</b> Style Savvy At Home Chefs</i><br /><i><b>Choose:</b> <a href="http://www.tovolo.com/" target="_blank">Tovolo Perfect Cube Ice Trays </a></i><br /><br />I love these trays as they produce perfectly square cubes – each equal to 1oz. So if you love cooking at home, or just want to make meal and snack times easy as possible while looking fabulous at the same time, these trays are for you. The BPA-Free silicon design makes it easy to set and freeze, with your cubes sliding out perfectly each time. Dishwasher safe, I love that they come in a range of cute colors too!<br /><br /><br /><i><b>For:</b> Time-Poor Peeps</i><br /><i><b>Choose:</b> <a href="http://www.qubies.com.au/" target="_blank">Qubies</a> </i><br /><br />Whether you’re a busy executive preparing your morning smoothie, or a new mum like me cooking baby food – you want the job done fast, but don’t want to sacrifice quality. With Qubies upside down ice cube trays, there’s no fuss spooning your mixtures into individual squares. You simply pour into the one tray, pop on the molded silicon lid with dividers and you’re done. Qubies are BPA, phthalate & PVC free, dishwasher safe and their slimline design means they will fit anywhere in your freezer. I don’t have a deep freeze – just a freezer door on my fridge, so these are a godsend when I’m cramming everything in there.<br /><br /><i><b>For:</b> The Ultimate Entertainers</i><br /><i><b>Choose:</b> <a href="http://www.sunnylife.com/ice-trays/" target="_blank">Sunny Life Ice Cube Trays</a></i><br /><br />Sunny Life makes ice cubes fun! Their trays come in a variety of designs (think pineapple, flamingo and seahorse shapes) and vibrant colors. Made from 100% silicone they are dishwasher and freezer safe. Whether you’re making fruity snacks for a kid’s birthday party or cocktails for a summer soiree, these trays will put the fun in freezing. When I use mine they totally have me thinking I’m in the movie Cocktail with Tom Cruise.<br /><br /><br /><span style="color: #999999;"><b>25 WAYS TO USE ICE CUBE TRAYS</b></span><br /><br />Here are my favorite ways right now I’ve been using ice cube trays…<br /><br /><b><i>For Pets</i></b><br /><ol><li>Make your own Pup-sicles! Possibly the easiest way to make dog treats is to freeze them. You can grab my very own <a href="http://prettyfluffy.com/trends-shopping/shop-it/frozen-30-fresh-fruity-dog-treats-recipes-your-pup-will-love" target="_blank">Frozen Dog Treats Recipes here</a>.</li><li>Kong Stuffers for playtime. Grab your Kong or Treat Ball and stuff it with cubes of your favorite frozen treat flavors. Your dog will love this tasty puzzle and it will keep them entertained for hours.</li><li>Superfood Snacks. Puree and freeze healthy <a href="http://prettyfluffy.com/home-living/health-wellbeing/7-superfoods-for-dogs" target="_blank">superfoods for dogs</a> – such as carrot, kale, and sweet potato – then warm and add to your pup’s dinner for a healthy and tasty boost.</li><li>Two-Ingredient Dog Biscuits. The easiest dog biscuits ever made! Simply mix around 4 thawed treat cubes (this works best with ingredients such as pumpkin, apple or sweet potato) with 2 cups of whole wheat flour and you’ve got yourself an instant cookie dough!</li></ol><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDiRK-apGDDcj8swh9poI_S7Mq7_5Ygjl2d3dg4a8A0ky8MyjeRNsb4OgClzZqMh1m9bN4k62gsUQJJyw_mqKWEUAvxEl6h6FK79mrnev-EXbwn_pW-C9JPIag8qyLGD5Ob7INlTFisOqE/s1600/PHOTO-3---FROZEN-DOG-TREATS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDiRK-apGDDcj8swh9poI_S7Mq7_5Ygjl2d3dg4a8A0ky8MyjeRNsb4OgClzZqMh1m9bN4k62gsUQJJyw_mqKWEUAvxEl6h6FK79mrnev-EXbwn_pW-C9JPIag8qyLGD5Ob7INlTFisOqE/s1600/PHOTO-3---FROZEN-DOG-TREATS.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br /><b><i>For Babies & Young Children</i></b><br /><ol><li>Freeze breast milk in smaller portions. That stuff is like GOLD, so this way you can defrost in smaller batches meaning less goes to waste. (Just always ensure your trays are fully sterilized and you defrost the milk safely for your child according to regulations).</li><li>Freeze Baby Food. A lifesaver to parents, simply whip up a whole batch of purees one weekend and, once frozen, pop into Ziploc bags. There you have it – fresh, healthy baby food done! (PS. For some fabulous baby food recipes check out <a href="http://www.babyfoode.com/" target="_blank">Baby Foode</a>)</li><li>Paint Pops! Pour non-toxic children’s paint into trays and freeze with a paddle pop stick in the middle. Once frozen, pop them out and let your kids create a work of art as the paint melts.</li><li>Toddler Bento Box. I saw <a href="http://www.pinkpistachio.com/toddler-lunch/" target="_blank">this one on Pinterest</a> and can’t love it enough. A great one for picky eaters, just fill each cube with fresh finger food snacks and let your toddler graze away.</li></ol><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW0U5mFOytooncV4dUq2IJldFuBWkX4SNc3EUtnNBDRXJQf5F2AEhcoIRIZp_CSJqHTPuGbMu5ADp16oEHrLO9hrfsZlheQuSaZMqAKpqTdT5gU_hGwJSJ8ecteN9gwX8obXXgNY5iBqmD/s1600/PHOTO-4---BABY-FOOD.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW0U5mFOytooncV4dUq2IJldFuBWkX4SNc3EUtnNBDRXJQf5F2AEhcoIRIZp_CSJqHTPuGbMu5ADp16oEHrLO9hrfsZlheQuSaZMqAKpqTdT5gU_hGwJSJ8ecteN9gwX8obXXgNY5iBqmD/s1600/PHOTO-4---BABY-FOOD.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br /><b><i>For the Home</i></b><br /><ol><li>For craft lovers, use trays to organize your bits and bobs associated with your crafting and sewing.</li><li>A regular ice cube tray is also the perfect size for round eye shadow palettes and lip-glosses. Simply stack them in order of color and clean up that makeup drawer in the process.</li><li>And because Jen is always one step ahead of the organization game, I cannot forget to mention her fabulous tip for using <a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com.au/2010/02/bragging-rights-bling-bling.html" target="_blank">ice cube trays to store jewelry</a> – love it!</li><li>Homemade Bath Bombs. These are great for you and for gifts. I love <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/280275/how-to-make-bath-fizzies" target="_blank">this tutorial by Martha Stewart</a>, and your ice cube tray is the perfect way to make them without needing a fancy pants mold.</li></ol><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_Y2zG1Jefi9CCpdkYZSo_WSpCBMVIdn_XwV3Owo_QdQ5yvkMtnUrUYNsGAPsVaEdvOy289luLVApVVY7I9zO_5CkpuAGgTxqvWjawX59WqkbCZduY4QOImhfQfHrBKR3Er8UwoW-x3aFb/s1600/PHOTO-5---HERBS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_Y2zG1Jefi9CCpdkYZSo_WSpCBMVIdn_XwV3Owo_QdQ5yvkMtnUrUYNsGAPsVaEdvOy289luLVApVVY7I9zO_5CkpuAGgTxqvWjawX59WqkbCZduY4QOImhfQfHrBKR3Er8UwoW-x3aFb/s1600/PHOTO-5---HERBS.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br /><b><i>For Meals & Leftovers</i></b><br /><ol><li>Leftover herbs. I don’t know about you but I hate throwing away perfectly good herbs because I won’t be cooking with them again that week. This way you don’t have to. Simply fill your ice tray cubes about half way with your herbs and then top them up with olive oil or stock. Once frozen pop your cubes Ziploc bags for storage. Then the next time you need that herb simply grab a cube.</li><li>Leftover stock. Don’t let it go to waste – grab those ice cube trays and freeze away!</li><li>Leftover yoghurt and buttermilk. Don’t throw it out or left it go past it’s used by date. Freeze it for future use in desserts and smoothies.</li><li>Leftover wine. In some houses there is NO such thing as leftover wine ha ha! But, if your recipe called for half a cup and you have the rest of the bottle left, freeze it into portions for the next time you’re cooking.</li><li>Freeze onion and garlic in vegetable stock for quick bursts of flavor to add to meals.</li><li>Home made tomato sauce and pesto. Make up a big batch all in one go and then thaw as needed.</li></ol><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTSFWzGNwVU0yaTRXRDBH62_In307Mk8Rhly7KKOdUCQo1ki07AI3AAVO8VoPlLRxkS7psj5rNQPVyDgB_cZTTW4gQo87o3C8kNfnqYFXpWkX7fZDb8GRancghLAn_sU56dXIRJFT6AY8t/s1600/PHOTO-6---SMOOTHIES.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTSFWzGNwVU0yaTRXRDBH62_In307Mk8Rhly7KKOdUCQo1ki07AI3AAVO8VoPlLRxkS7psj5rNQPVyDgB_cZTTW4gQo87o3C8kNfnqYFXpWkX7fZDb8GRancghLAn_sU56dXIRJFT6AY8t/s1600/PHOTO-6---SMOOTHIES.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br /><b><i>For Drinks, Snacks & Sweets</i></b><br /><ol><li>Smoothie ingredients. If you love smoothies, your ice cube tray will become your new best friend. Use it to freeze leftover berries, greens, coconut milk…you name it, save it and freeze it for next time. If you want to get really organized, freeze your smoothie ingredients ahead of time and pop into labeled Ziploc bags. Then each morning there’s no prep required, just grab your frozen smoothie cubes and pop into the blender. As someone who loves a sleep in, I promise you this gives you an extra 15 minutes with your pillow!</li><li>Flavored Ice Cubes. These cubes turn a plain glass of water into a party in your mouth! Ideas include – frozen coffee/tea to make iced coffee and tea, frozen lemon slices for a tangy treat, fresh mint cubes, and even edible flowers in an ice cube! These cubes are also great for adding to pitchers of water when entertaining as a tasty and visual treat.</li><li>Homemade Jello – This one’s great for portion control (just set in the fridge as normal, don’t freeze) and you have ready-made jello cubes in bite sized pieces (no more eating half the bowl in one sitting).</li><li>Homemade Cheesecake & Chocolate. If you’re like me, and one slice of cheesecake turns into eating the whole thing, freezing sweets into cube portions is the way to go so you don’t over do it. I love <a href="http://www.damyhealth.com/2012/03/ice-cube-tray-chocolate-covered-cheesecakes/" target="_blank">this recipe</a> for an after dinner snack.</li><li>Fresh Berries & Yoghurt/Coconut Cream. Pop your berries in the tray and top with fresh yoghurt/coconut cream. For a healthy summer day snack, this is a great alternative to store bought ice cream.</li><li>Hot Chocolate Cubes. So many ice cube tray ideas are for summer, but this one is a winter warmer. Make your own hot chocolate on a stick by simply pouring milk chocolate into your ice cube tray with a paddle pop stick in the center. Let harden in the fridge and then remove as needed to stir into hot milk to make a tasty hot treat.</li><li>Cocktails. Saving the best for last! Puree your favorite fruits (think yummy flavors like watermelon, strawberries, and kiwi) and freeze in cubes. Then just add to your favorite liquor – either blending them all together, or serving straight poured over the cubes. </li></ol><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><span style="color: #999999;"><b>FREEZER ORGANIZATION</b></span><br /><br />Now that I have all of these fabulous way to use ice cube trays, the last step was to make sure my freezer didn’t become a hot mess of trays and bags. Enter a simple filing system:<br /><br /><ul><li>I designed and printed out my own folder dividers (you could totally just use thick cardboard store bought ones though!) – to split my frozen goodies into sections (i.e. baby food, herbs, smoothies etc). I opted to color code them just to make it easy to see the entire freezer contents at a quick glance. I then simply covered my dividers with clear contact (so they are protected and can be wiped down).</li></ul><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip7T5g9nsSu5gj7wtrd4L-IQa1Co9DlZxU924Zo2LOxjXTIQw9ACZJkiApbvfQSxtumRIlIQcigv-kvVQLOxAk_Pr-oQzd3-7gkVDahsjIh3DDm_6C2BcGL-pxN0zgdMG3yeAg7NNhQiGK/s1600/PHOTO-7---FREEZER-FILING-LABELS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip7T5g9nsSu5gj7wtrd4L-IQa1Co9DlZxU924Zo2LOxjXTIQw9ACZJkiApbvfQSxtumRIlIQcigv-kvVQLOxAk_Pr-oQzd3-7gkVDahsjIh3DDm_6C2BcGL-pxN0zgdMG3yeAg7NNhQiGK/s1600/PHOTO-7---FREEZER-FILING-LABELS.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br /><ul><li>I then made sure my ice cubes were stacked neatly into the freezer bags one to two rows wide, so they are as slim line as possible. I labeled each bag just with a marker, however if you wanted to re-use them you could definitely use some colorful washi tape to label the contents and mark the frozen/use by date.</li></ul><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju71DcjDzsNQNjnZV0K_BrXNnrwxz0HXFIDMLiKAYoEMQYjtPhV0-cpJcbsboCIvKtJlnBZzE7p4NjxyD0eLc1JNyrkQJf4b_1FoWJYao5UAvftDeQBUy1p57DCgCZ_6DX-Z5ffPolrBpM/s1600/PHOTO-8---FREEZER-ORGANIZATION.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju71DcjDzsNQNjnZV0K_BrXNnrwxz0HXFIDMLiKAYoEMQYjtPhV0-cpJcbsboCIvKtJlnBZzE7p4NjxyD0eLc1JNyrkQJf4b_1FoWJYao5UAvftDeQBUy1p57DCgCZ_6DX-Z5ffPolrBpM/s1600/PHOTO-8---FREEZER-ORGANIZATION.jpg" /></a></div><br /><ul><li>Lastly, I simply filed each bag in the freezer side by side like they were documents in a filing cabinet, leaving not one ounce of space wasted. My freezer has an inbuilt drawer, but this could be replicated using a simple plastic bin for storage. I now can quickly scan my freezer contents without digging around and getting frozen hands!</li></ul><br /><br />Whew! Who could of thought one tray could do so much?<br />What are your favorite ways to use ice-cube trays in your home?<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz1HgY02-x5DACDKL4UEDJQu0riPv422_zPAeCS6QG9iQelmJ6tQ5fINypR9zw3CrPab7oEvoJK0ZipoQKFSPPWbfcXluSuqvliN2L3Sh5JUq796NSma8vgp85D1DXu3zJKzHTjRou0mDL/s1600/Serena+150.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz1HgY02-x5DACDKL4UEDJQu0riPv422_zPAeCS6QG9iQelmJ6tQ5fINypR9zw3CrPab7oEvoJK0ZipoQKFSPPWbfcXluSuqvliN2L3Sh5JUq796NSma8vgp85D1DXu3zJKzHTjRou0mDL/s1600/Serena+150.png" /></a><i>"I am Serena Faber Nelson, a television producer, writer and fluffy dog owner. Obsessed with home décor, fashion, lifestyle and dogs – I set about creating <a href="http://prettyfluffy.com/" target="_blank">Pretty Fluffy</a> as a go-to guide for the modern pet owner. Featuring a range of stylish products, celebrity pooches, DIY projects and handy hints, Pretty Fluffy is a daily stop for smiles and inspiration, giving readers the tools they need to enjoy full and happy lives with their furry friends. My greatest loves include fresh peonies, Dirty Dancing (Nobody puts Baby in a corner), Banoffe Pie, spending waaay too much time on Pinterest, and hugging random dogs at the park. I currently live in Sydney, Australia with my husband, Andy, and my 11 year old Border Collie, Soda. As a long time fan, I am super excited to be joining the IHeart Organizing Team!"</i><br /><br /><br />

UHeart Organizing: Ice Ice Baby - Getting Organized with Ice Cube Trays

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UHeart Organizing: A Party in the Pantry!

Today's post is another fab example of how changes in schedules and seasons can cause major organizational updates.<br /><br />Cassie, of <a href="http://www.hisugarplumsblog.com/" target="_blank">Hi Sugarplum</a>, has been writing for me for quite awhile now and I always appreciate that she finds ways to make me laugh, feel inspired and ready to make something with tassels.  She is one stylish chic in all areas of her life; everything from the home she is decorating to her daily wears.  Speaking of!  She is working on a blank slate of a house which means all sorts of pretty organizing.  And today she is here to share how the recent onset of summer has driven her to whip her pantry into shape.  Are any of you working on your pantry as part of this week's organizational challenge?  If so, be ready for some ideas and eye candy to keep you motivated!<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkT7CzaNS-ndcPtbqYHQ_uandYEFFuC0I25QlObqofvUKC0G80osqxjgGP-p0U8zcGLE07x4rgEy9iuGDKZ1xibFs8vWw48JIW4UMrSC_h8E5ztrmpbRk0DAlECpVToofoj7UCWRQ6SBVK/s1600/18462492915_4e6cb8a3e5_header.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkT7CzaNS-ndcPtbqYHQ_uandYEFFuC0I25QlObqofvUKC0G80osqxjgGP-p0U8zcGLE07x4rgEy9iuGDKZ1xibFs8vWw48JIW4UMrSC_h8E5ztrmpbRk0DAlECpVToofoj7UCWRQ6SBVK/s1600/18462492915_4e6cb8a3e5_header.png" /></a></div><br />Hello iHeart friends! I'm thrilled to be back on Jen's rockstar blog sharing my latest organized space. I had the honor of participating in the {<a href="http://www.hisugarplumsblog.com/2015/05/master-bedroom-makeover.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge</a>} with her, and am still blown away by their Living Room! And don't get me started on her Kitchen. We have girl-time planned for next month, and I can't wait to see her cute face.<br /><br />School's out in our neck of the woods, which means it's officially Summer. Which also means our house is a revolving door of hungry kids, constantly hitting up the pantry for snacks. It only took a few days before I realized I needed a better system...for both me when trying to put together a meal, and for the all-day snackers!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd3vHGbFI1ypYqfxbYzXgalI4e1E-YZuSasCDY60d1mmaF4w5HQLqHVt6lKSVZoewRr-hC4cUdSdHJXGVsTXIlVjmOjB6WHmRmuZgBY8VXIhcIA-JLuPKrrsslKyKAm85SZHYQXfazN6Ll/s1600/18436061196_73265fbe93_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd3vHGbFI1ypYqfxbYzXgalI4e1E-YZuSasCDY60d1mmaF4w5HQLqHVt6lKSVZoewRr-hC4cUdSdHJXGVsTXIlVjmOjB6WHmRmuZgBY8VXIhcIA-JLuPKrrsslKyKAm85SZHYQXfazN6Ll/s1600/18436061196_73265fbe93_b.jpg" /></a></div><br />That's the After...you don't want to see the Before! Which is crazy because we've <a href="http://www.hisugarplumsblog.com/2015/01/we-bought-house-yall.html" target="_blank">only lived in this house</a> a few months! But it just proves that without a good system, a space will become prime clutter-zone in no time!<br /><br />I began like I do <a href="http://hisugarplum.blogspot.com/p/organize.html" target="_blank">every organizing project</a>...emptied everything out, got rid of the junk hiding in the back, and started with a clean slate. I thought about lining the shelves or the back with cute paper...but decided to keep it simple since food packages are so busy. And honestly, I just wanted this done before the next wave of kids stopped by!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl5NCd_5ROcYe0rUdb7UG-dEh0I0OQXRtni70kbx0l9wNvVEvLbt0OI2q_nQKqAQk-0xg6rBwCIG96rtIZppUmdvb9SnbKJPQNnjwhX9pzD8hkxC_k9iqb_dL-9Ze2zfPD37GczUqzA2Vd/s1600/18458211102_85e4242b1f_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl5NCd_5ROcYe0rUdb7UG-dEh0I0OQXRtni70kbx0l9wNvVEvLbt0OI2q_nQKqAQk-0xg6rBwCIG96rtIZppUmdvb9SnbKJPQNnjwhX9pzD8hkxC_k9iqb_dL-9Ze2zfPD37GczUqzA2Vd/s1600/18458211102_85e4242b1f_b.jpg" /></a></div><br />Just like <a href="http://www.hisugarplumsblog.com/2012/07/pantry-party.html" target="_blank">our last house's pantry</a>, I used Ikea and Dollar Store bins and canisters to group like items. I've found they keep items from getting lost in the back, and overlooked, especially once they've been opened. It also helps me shop because I can quickly check each category and see what needs replenishing. At the same time, it keeps me from overspending because I only shop for what fits in each bin! #sneaky<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrFNpY2wgCNcmAxdMI6ZkJ3178QDylwA6ppVgY1vVhGN444g4yA-IaRKe0cjUBZwdOcTSjBBWpGJ0kNFB8sykYBFLqbM5-JHKCsUTPjFDf-39Mc-dhwd1aWiboFQ_f-G9vl1uFctulhBFm/s1600/18462492915_4e6cb8a3e5_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrFNpY2wgCNcmAxdMI6ZkJ3178QDylwA6ppVgY1vVhGN444g4yA-IaRKe0cjUBZwdOcTSjBBWpGJ0kNFB8sykYBFLqbM5-JHKCsUTPjFDf-39Mc-dhwd1aWiboFQ_f-G9vl1uFctulhBFm/s1600/18462492915_4e6cb8a3e5_b.jpg" /></a></div><br />The bottom shelves hold the foods the kids reach for most often...cereal, crackers, and snack bars. Labels in my treasured bookplates make finding things easily.<br /><br /><i>Sidenote: Can we pause a moment to mourn the discontinuation of these Martha Stewart bookplates?! What are she and Staples thinking no longer selling them?!? #asyouwere</i><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij9JIUALaua98_MB61SUObDAaIvKuxRGEKuCILs1Gl_Y61eiIexBMHSyihvxiVrIK_D0prZUyS1FH9ZgTA9wYSG3fhCg3Q2fcEVhX513XlWzkIEV4unpONwpbw_FdLRbIX03Scv0r26s8u/s1600/18436063576_8dbc25f39f_z.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij9JIUALaua98_MB61SUObDAaIvKuxRGEKuCILs1Gl_Y61eiIexBMHSyihvxiVrIK_D0prZUyS1FH9ZgTA9wYSG3fhCg3Q2fcEVhX513XlWzkIEV4unpONwpbw_FdLRbIX03Scv0r26s8u/s1600/18436063576_8dbc25f39f_z.jpg" /></a></div><br />Removing individually-wrapped foods from their packages saves a ton of space in bins. And saves you from finding the inevitably empty carton still on the shelf!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVes_2aJv0yvZxPnDPlMboSKvbgP8HClcdhBBV0TaPBsdab47hrNfBwNvSPwGQJMYjB8a2nQWX1nPOfKz3B3Ba0KQ25E6FoUIM47aaZ6YPqvvcA6tlv_VND9t9iU8GAqdUN6XMxnh6vSm9/s1600/18274676478_d4ee2177e0_z.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVes_2aJv0yvZxPnDPlMboSKvbgP8HClcdhBBV0TaPBsdab47hrNfBwNvSPwGQJMYjB8a2nQWX1nPOfKz3B3Ba0KQ25E6FoUIM47aaZ6YPqvvcA6tlv_VND9t9iU8GAqdUN6XMxnh6vSm9/s1600/18274676478_d4ee2177e0_z.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZu4W_nuSry-OZxdAX4PunxJu295fD4Ncah1gN8JrS7fBjpdQ8ioLbrPBoxUFu6vMhQ9mMWWiS0o-nlzKtsncQqGZj90FjnHd-U6tXGZhS6niq4aj3BXGcKIQONRAA9uaV3djtCdUrhAYy/s1600/17841801353_c086fabd89_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZu4W_nuSry-OZxdAX4PunxJu295fD4Ncah1gN8JrS7fBjpdQ8ioLbrPBoxUFu6vMhQ9mMWWiS0o-nlzKtsncQqGZj90FjnHd-U6tXGZhS6niq4aj3BXGcKIQONRAA9uaV3djtCdUrhAYy/s1600/17841801353_c086fabd89_b.jpg" /></a></div><br />A long tiered rack makes the cans and bottles easily seen and accessible.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9Oxsp6z5WvN4IEmbGUNQ4RGpjvyVtPlTqhQChAHobcSeTBhdWmTIrZCm_u1FPcW9rD0VQ0r9QScqy1qNOVPtKYkfzziBfOiEGbBuR_9lNA4cBet-vwG8ljsrmi3X0J4wlKQ459gHT3Onw/s1600/18436060506_5d85d6b92b_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9Oxsp6z5WvN4IEmbGUNQ4RGpjvyVtPlTqhQChAHobcSeTBhdWmTIrZCm_u1FPcW9rD0VQ0r9QScqy1qNOVPtKYkfzziBfOiEGbBuR_9lNA4cBet-vwG8ljsrmi3X0J4wlKQ459gHT3Onw/s1600/18436060506_5d85d6b92b_b.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4RRj32_Er7RBlor4GzeAQEj0xpuEyo368ifEAZUtUiKFAkm2jcHXgs8RH8SNvzn49kqzFtMBjur1Plp5RjRvc8k_z026Kenuk2n2hTHKD_U2Jjgct2KWTqy-6hqYIqLeIfb2kxdMoZroc/s1600/18464273041_dec62fc419_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4RRj32_Er7RBlor4GzeAQEj0xpuEyo368ifEAZUtUiKFAkm2jcHXgs8RH8SNvzn49kqzFtMBjur1Plp5RjRvc8k_z026Kenuk2n2hTHKD_U2Jjgct2KWTqy-6hqYIqLeIfb2kxdMoZroc/s1600/18464273041_dec62fc419_b.jpg" /></a></div><br />The higher shelves hold items I use for most meal prep...pasta, rice, baking supplies.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggZGx6bonzjhCvc-3gj1QTfy1-qR2HWlKXylrbqYeTRR5ds1O1H8XBuQwVVMyUhj_vJMbHBKjr0aU8H4H8NXcgbxrmjWG6id46iIUkCNb-r1ZIdOnheR9jnScW-hKNrI1-NcIrvLF4puZY/s1600/18436061686_64791e5c3c_z.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggZGx6bonzjhCvc-3gj1QTfy1-qR2HWlKXylrbqYeTRR5ds1O1H8XBuQwVVMyUhj_vJMbHBKjr0aU8H4H8NXcgbxrmjWG6id46iIUkCNb-r1ZIdOnheR9jnScW-hKNrI1-NcIrvLF4puZY/s1600/18436061686_64791e5c3c_z.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3lJKlrTOGhCiRN-fhOLn7MrZK-u1GSb4B7iSYsiubpWI2l7T1VawrbtwixvlN2SLZKsaxGkdDyQ34BWNAWofMmOyve7uJIhz1aaBRthr3nF8tQdjD8lDVooTlqfLT98hLVhb3w8sOJwdp/s1600/17839839354_9cc37c413f_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3lJKlrTOGhCiRN-fhOLn7MrZK-u1GSb4B7iSYsiubpWI2l7T1VawrbtwixvlN2SLZKsaxGkdDyQ34BWNAWofMmOyve7uJIhz1aaBRthr3nF8tQdjD8lDVooTlqfLT98hLVhb3w8sOJwdp/s1600/17839839354_9cc37c413f_b.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmwS3DjKihfz1BZUkYZ_iK6w4R5dtmbP233Bc46ia_2PK_Gx3DdxsDuIdmJhHPBHoEmneBez8OKdnWRjerKYKT_qHusG5C2fjwwFYy6xhhxBUk4k5PVGgTsVuSEGotikYB2IHSss3bmEyi/s1600/18274675638_9cc7d6b660_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmwS3DjKihfz1BZUkYZ_iK6w4R5dtmbP233Bc46ia_2PK_Gx3DdxsDuIdmJhHPBHoEmneBez8OKdnWRjerKYKT_qHusG5C2fjwwFYy6xhhxBUk4k5PVGgTsVuSEGotikYB2IHSss3bmEyi/s1600/18274675638_9cc7d6b660_b.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"></div>Items that require measuring are stored in air-tight canisters. And I recommend labeling them unless you're absolutely sure you can tell the difference between flour and powdered sugar. #oops<br /><br /><i>Tip: Flour and sugar packages are rarely the same size as my canisters, so I store the leftover in ziplock bags in the separate bins on the top shelf.</i><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfSXGsuaJPS_rYEasY87PxBB8X7SEK6jMiu0yJVNDSH7v6HTM7kDEsZyCUtqXGg1ONWyR4J5Ydl0WAAlhAeO4vkhyrxt1yuWmcIy4PB9KL97WGLtXG8RPf40r2sRmjcX8piIYFS4fOr6K0/s1600/18436060706_95d6166409_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfSXGsuaJPS_rYEasY87PxBB8X7SEK6jMiu0yJVNDSH7v6HTM7kDEsZyCUtqXGg1ONWyR4J5Ydl0WAAlhAeO4vkhyrxt1yuWmcIy4PB9KL97WGLtXG8RPf40r2sRmjcX8piIYFS4fOr6K0/s1600/18436060706_95d6166409_b.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDa1t681_9kl0gaG5vxOcpTKyAQHfyX0WYNlusOnRu1PtJdcexZve4aNfbsJ8uGtCOhFAo-NeeCQdM9PldaUtmoOv7sZiX-7fO4N35DMuSurhguWlOAF60DrUjZ_JkROKFyGgyoDAU8svj/s1600/18436058486_1d656ab2c0_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDa1t681_9kl0gaG5vxOcpTKyAQHfyX0WYNlusOnRu1PtJdcexZve4aNfbsJ8uGtCOhFAo-NeeCQdM9PldaUtmoOv7sZiX-7fO4N35DMuSurhguWlOAF60DrUjZ_JkROKFyGgyoDAU8svj/s1600/18436058486_1d656ab2c0_b.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPxI8biBn-VGquHZrSN7ugYlSGSBvhE7G9pHFiBNWEIYP9-NRk6dhROz3NEe0B71pMNCk3uf9imX_Pq1lFOkRGpUxpn04kw-4qiPSN2W2MFVlq7FN5NK1U1iQ4LApdWVOyjCWZDTy-oayf/s1600/17839841724_f70d97dca1_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPxI8biBn-VGquHZrSN7ugYlSGSBvhE7G9pHFiBNWEIYP9-NRk6dhROz3NEe0B71pMNCk3uf9imX_Pq1lFOkRGpUxpn04kw-4qiPSN2W2MFVlq7FN5NK1U1iQ4LApdWVOyjCWZDTy-oayf/s1600/17839841724_f70d97dca1_b.jpg" /></a></div><br />Don't overlook vertical space....the side of the cabinet is a great spot for baskets holding small packets.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig3HN-GYnNQm95sTEFIKmGLaWiaawJlQZVWqtk_Ro7yk5TS5oRyR858pOp0podq3stbB9uLtSdWOHP4xG6Q7lT260m1C0M0xUzwVI19zlT_QJeVlOWUsNQUeLEPZB5OkiPviry5knUKofW/s1600/18274779060_eaa3ced8e0_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig3HN-GYnNQm95sTEFIKmGLaWiaawJlQZVWqtk_Ro7yk5TS5oRyR858pOp0podq3stbB9uLtSdWOHP4xG6Q7lT260m1C0M0xUzwVI19zlT_QJeVlOWUsNQUeLEPZB5OkiPviry5knUKofW/s1600/18274779060_eaa3ced8e0_b.jpg" /></a></div><br />We have a hard-core Crystal Light addiction...yes I'm aware our insides are probably the color of Red Dye #9. #dontjudge<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ8YtCH1IoadrK3psPsoLeTTuROUwosynXcke3T5k9KzrJGabfTAFq5yM3LL6ji1LQBV6WtJ29sr0q7URCIJJ8JYHlynCGP7ajTXvzCJ4wfQvS2N27aH7ZhXBkWg9I4yecuoNZWSSBgIcr/s1600/18464273971_5d1c5d0bb3_b-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ8YtCH1IoadrK3psPsoLeTTuROUwosynXcke3T5k9KzrJGabfTAFq5yM3LL6ji1LQBV6WtJ29sr0q7URCIJJ8JYHlynCGP7ajTXvzCJ4wfQvS2N27aH7ZhXBkWg9I4yecuoNZWSSBgIcr/s1600/18464273971_5d1c5d0bb3_b-2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEAXjYbqqQSEZ6S8S3NydZQQa_dTBSToFipccm-c_o3BUpADIJSTExyRNkvhkm1iSQDFuFN_UmrAaxHCgdPQq-Tp1G0G2X3ux9hpwBFVvTJmjn9YVhabcSY-1fAhj03C-VR9AX3142SPh3/s1600/18276299439_2791eece57_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEAXjYbqqQSEZ6S8S3NydZQQa_dTBSToFipccm-c_o3BUpADIJSTExyRNkvhkm1iSQDFuFN_UmrAaxHCgdPQq-Tp1G0G2X3ux9hpwBFVvTJmjn9YVhabcSY-1fAhj03C-VR9AX3142SPh3/s1600/18276299439_2791eece57_b.jpg" /></a></div><br />The bins at the very top hold extras of the items I buy in bulk. The kids aren't allowed to get a new box of cereal down until one has been emptied! #momlaw<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixxMIDMMwNHGweNbPf1Luy08LL4aN38qqdIpcAmq5Bc2Nj__f_xbYTkeSk7CO1j36EOAEqkRPmW-Nxy3b48SpGrz4UPukIqIAoi_AfoGMWmU-7I2cVEWEdO_rC0Sy7oFgFCbi2kqjiIc1C/s1600/18274675278_44c59a2404_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixxMIDMMwNHGweNbPf1Luy08LL4aN38qqdIpcAmq5Bc2Nj__f_xbYTkeSk7CO1j36EOAEqkRPmW-Nxy3b48SpGrz4UPukIqIAoi_AfoGMWmU-7I2cVEWEdO_rC0Sy7oFgFCbi2kqjiIc1C/s1600/18274675278_44c59a2404_b.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9zLmq6jX47Xsoy_zpfNkUUEUwFbizcd3NGrVS1sYRl3ORoYLtmsKdZZhW5PmK4kMvJhZ4IGfOWWx6Xwt4DW5-v5XYu31jz3ePwdZ4VOx7619YedNskpicpxOAVm3bpera22UdDRInIttC/s1600/18274680128_2ff4946da3_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9zLmq6jX47Xsoy_zpfNkUUEUwFbizcd3NGrVS1sYRl3ORoYLtmsKdZZhW5PmK4kMvJhZ4IGfOWWx6Xwt4DW5-v5XYu31jz3ePwdZ4VOx7619YedNskpicpxOAVm3bpera22UdDRInIttC/s1600/18274680128_2ff4946da3_b.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />Now I'm ready to face the Summer snackers! What spaces do you need to tackle before the kids descend? You can see more of my organized spaces <a href="http://hisugarplum.blogspot.com/p/organize.html" target="_blank">here</a>, and the rooms we've decorated in the new house <a href="http://www.hisugarplumsblog.com/2015/05/kitchen-last-bit-of-renovation.html" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://www.hisugarplumsblog.com/2015/05/one-room-challenge-shop-my-room.html" target="_blank">here.</a> Happy organizing, lovebugs!<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNrM2rjeP9O3eHHcCGDJqAHGTT_DrNANPmSa8woo-XlsfhXQttldpEEsMYZa0MowlSoIL7neEWyWnagBbuQLQcTq6NaGdAfOnmZrM6gDMroDTxyYc6o2H13lxH5ybcrJobMnsD8jluvDhI/s1600/cassie_sugarplum+150.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNrM2rjeP9O3eHHcCGDJqAHGTT_DrNANPmSa8woo-XlsfhXQttldpEEsMYZa0MowlSoIL7neEWyWnagBbuQLQcTq6NaGdAfOnmZrM6gDMroDTxyYc6o2H13lxH5ybcrJobMnsD8jluvDhI/s1600/cassie_sugarplum+150.png" /></a><br /><i> "Hi, I'm Cassie, a DIY and design-obsessed Texas girl, and lover of travel, fashion, sarcasm and Mexican food. When I'm not hanging with my sweet and funny family, you can find me kicking the '80s out of our home, one budget project at a time, on my blog <a href="http://hisugarplum.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Hi Sugarplum!</a>"  </i><br /><br />

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UHeart Organizing: A Summer Ready Mudroom

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;">Seasonal changes are always welcomed, but I tend to get most excited for the arrival of spring and summer (hello warm weather and pretty lawns!).  Not only does the climate change significantly each season, but our lifestyle changes seasonally as well.  How we utilize our home and our systems are all impacted by the type of weather and activities that correlate with specific times of the year.  With the first day of summer right around the corner, are you prepared for trips to the beach, parks, the longer days and sporting events?  I know I had to get our baseball bleacher bag all stocked up again a few weeks ago. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Megan, of <a href="http://www.honeywerehome.com/" target="_blank">Honey We're Home</a>, is also getting into the summer swing of things.  Although I think she has one of the most amazing mudrooms in all the land, I really appreciate that her tips can inspire and work for anyone (mudroom or no mudroom).  Here she is now to share how she has made a summer-ready home.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYM09JtxlKrf5zP3IzDfI7P0N4a-71_52kxFrUZX5dUXKsbflYbEEu6O_tf_D4o-12eUAzN9yNzxL0ZRYXF00S4kwf6JuElKjVUgSdCj7RTaAAeMh0v60g2b7iNF1t99CZBUfrwKvGIBE9/s1600/SummerMudroomHeader.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYM09JtxlKrf5zP3IzDfI7P0N4a-71_52kxFrUZX5dUXKsbflYbEEu6O_tf_D4o-12eUAzN9yNzxL0ZRYXF00S4kwf6JuElKjVUgSdCj7RTaAAeMh0v60g2b7iNF1t99CZBUfrwKvGIBE9/s1600/SummerMudroomHeader.png" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Hi friends! It's happy summertime over here since our 5 year-old just got out of school for the summer.  He'll be starting kindergarten next year and he told me that he's ready, having worked so hard in Pre-K4!  I swear, these times with our kiddos are so precious and I seriously want to bottle this current age.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">We don't have any major summer vacations or trips planned this year, but in Houston it is super hot and humid, so we will be making multiple trips to the local swimming pool.   Having everything ready to go in a portion of our mudroom makes impromptu pool trips easy.  Welcome to our hardworking  summer <a href="http://www.honeywerehome.com/2012/04/our-mudroom-gets-update-envelope.html" target="_blank">mudroom</a>! <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-5gTqRTwsQgQbGI3B1RpIu-_Vw4c4QHZigvG_KuvILKwPJYdKRSzGJJTz0_YMiyC9sLl9b10EMf1pQgEKc9lpgJF0Y95alqJP4QrHkWn9E2tGj49oCK6Y9VdBqLLsSZyIrpl6Bq20vuOj/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.269.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-5gTqRTwsQgQbGI3B1RpIu-_Vw4c4QHZigvG_KuvILKwPJYdKRSzGJJTz0_YMiyC9sLl9b10EMf1pQgEKc9lpgJF0Y95alqJP4QrHkWn9E2tGj49oCK6Y9VdBqLLsSZyIrpl6Bq20vuOj/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.269.jpg" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The <a href="http://www.honeywerehome.com/2014/09/painted-mudroom-door-sherwin-williams.html" target="_blank">light blue door</a> shown above leads to my garage, so bags and pool supplies are appropriately stored here for quick grab and go.  Everything from our insulated picnic basket, towels, sunscreen, koozies, and pool toys are kept in the upper cabinets. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzQrlSdsV0Bdqsbt1QoohVAahuKrbjMfaIB9-BhLG6atQHxv7YRUxMFY5JX3WRWfTgJjM9v1aheNF1lTwmmdN67oAXggu9sz5cvKPxJCK9uYlQYQRsZS3U_Zeq3xwP-2VfKpwgcKevadwh/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.284.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzQrlSdsV0Bdqsbt1QoohVAahuKrbjMfaIB9-BhLG6atQHxv7YRUxMFY5JX3WRWfTgJjM9v1aheNF1lTwmmdN67oAXggu9sz5cvKPxJCK9uYlQYQRsZS3U_Zeq3xwP-2VfKpwgcKevadwh/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.284.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the cubbies below, we store flip flops in a woven basket that I picked up at Target.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRpsltmtP4JVTIdaEn2htiR6KPwN5JTRbhojsAcZopOSJrGP-9t2SXnzyNl9IyxvfnrVAzObApr4zE9L4Nfv-2uzuhrTyizQQ6TmO0Y4MyMkP1Yv-EdO3T3mbV6rnUD0bDPaSTv5DRh59M/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.258.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRpsltmtP4JVTIdaEn2htiR6KPwN5JTRbhojsAcZopOSJrGP-9t2SXnzyNl9IyxvfnrVAzObApr4zE9L4Nfv-2uzuhrTyizQQ6TmO0Y4MyMkP1Yv-EdO3T3mbV6rnUD0bDPaSTv5DRh59M/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.258.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This giant pool bag is too big to use as an everyday tote, but for the pool, it works perfectly.  I picked it up at a local holiday fair last year and this year I'll have to pick up a few as gifts.  It would be super cute with a monogram too.  I keep sunscreen, an extra pair of sunglasses, my son's goggles, a hat for us both, and a few squirt guns in there at all times so they're never forgotten.  Other things like towels,  change of clothes, snacks, floaties, and magazines can be piled in too and still fit. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO1bIlJGIpODmLukfG-22lWxGPoY_uIl946BHJ2LZHa9exNpDaqAVgcK5ywlWuJEISzYJ0VI__IskAixMEqM21JZZFQKBR9jJn1MdTcR2qiQ50ArAfwe_JMLiQJ6Cs8RkWIRxfcpAT9shQ/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.251.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO1bIlJGIpODmLukfG-22lWxGPoY_uIl946BHJ2LZHa9exNpDaqAVgcK5ywlWuJEISzYJ0VI__IskAixMEqM21JZZFQKBR9jJn1MdTcR2qiQ50ArAfwe_JMLiQJ6Cs8RkWIRxfcpAT9shQ/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.251.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The key to keeping our shelves organized is not having too much stuff.  As much as I'd love to buy new colorful beach towels, the ones we have suffice, especially since our pool supplies towels.  We mainly take these towels (that we've had for years) to the beach or use them in our own backyard.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And my son likes to bring his own cartoon towel to the pool, so we do bring one of those for him. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL8hndfxNveWYyUglP6FMrxVfrFQF0XrD9bPeE5dhVQPkvdRSxBF42tXDKqzrDyi2Frw1S-JTjW8BoMbUyPwYVJ1vtE0CZz6kDPSS-dvaRhaq3n4Wo1V2T97u-O7Fct11CNTtqgLb63xpx/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.17.31.23.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL8hndfxNveWYyUglP6FMrxVfrFQF0XrD9bPeE5dhVQPkvdRSxBF42tXDKqzrDyi2Frw1S-JTjW8BoMbUyPwYVJ1vtE0CZz6kDPSS-dvaRhaq3n4Wo1V2T97u-O7Fct11CNTtqgLb63xpx/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.17.31.23.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR-IB4vMfWm8a_h11MsRQavVz_2_f2ONiGWfIGcHV0rIhAjFzKEaIPHVy0ViOTWFTn1YYVXTQSO0fnXPPawa9Zzrl3cZSVuXmqxT-1G_wSXwdUgvTCfIhoY1KWeOYyEgE6XMWUp_LIpGxo/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.17.30.26.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR-IB4vMfWm8a_h11MsRQavVz_2_f2ONiGWfIGcHV0rIhAjFzKEaIPHVy0ViOTWFTn1YYVXTQSO0fnXPPawa9Zzrl3cZSVuXmqxT-1G_wSXwdUgvTCfIhoY1KWeOYyEgE6XMWUp_LIpGxo/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.17.30.26.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My label-loving self had to create a couple cute tags for the sunscreen and koozies, but it was easy with my label maker and pre-cut tags from my craft store.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTQOXnMQo1jU3G-X9dRzdu94ozo-ivBl90ZIFrNnlTjBg_hXts-tlldPKWDkoOJ9G-3V4TBIQMCaiFqAvZGBsSEDQab3oE6nVdOy3H48Flte28u_jToEbQSMA0xBCAofByplzieEKQwbIa/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.240.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTQOXnMQo1jU3G-X9dRzdu94ozo-ivBl90ZIFrNnlTjBg_hXts-tlldPKWDkoOJ9G-3V4TBIQMCaiFqAvZGBsSEDQab3oE6nVdOy3H48Flte28u_jToEbQSMA0xBCAofByplzieEKQwbIa/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.240.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgOVygyFG66W6l03e-SYxdzudZJh6nmM6QqX5z7G1h-u7pklaYV_oIBJ0YVNx44vVB1VpUQIy28u3_cSED3561XMulxWwFw0SeD9sHyJQaDCHXbl1HKx1xvtAYNAUmVxptHcHKUzx5mxhN/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.248.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgOVygyFG66W6l03e-SYxdzudZJh6nmM6QqX5z7G1h-u7pklaYV_oIBJ0YVNx44vVB1VpUQIy28u3_cSED3561XMulxWwFw0SeD9sHyJQaDCHXbl1HKx1xvtAYNAUmVxptHcHKUzx5mxhN/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.248.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6QU9pM-FX5nz-B6GkzTT-CHootE6mvVTKN8Ws4pkcDkGoIpng0vKEyyp8buBbFXWEI-sO6FQCrh-PmaoFeunYzK56RlJ_G7Zf3SE_sVUEBM1Ixtui1OU7Bt5YNm37rX-FLj6NZfA5FvW4/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.245.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6QU9pM-FX5nz-B6GkzTT-CHootE6mvVTKN8Ws4pkcDkGoIpng0vKEyyp8buBbFXWEI-sO6FQCrh-PmaoFeunYzK56RlJ_G7Zf3SE_sVUEBM1Ixtui1OU7Bt5YNm37rX-FLj6NZfA5FvW4/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.245.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This summer, my son is signed up at a few different day camps that he can go to each week (although he doesn't have to go if we decide to stay home).  He'll also resume swimming lessons since he still needs help becoming a stronger swimmer.  We'll be starting with an everyday for two-weeks class to give him the most exposure and water time.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To keep track of these summer activities, I made a sign in PicMonkey (free online photo/design editing tool) with clip art and fun fonts.  You can see more of <a href="http://www.honeywerehome.com/2014/03/creating-graphics-in-picmonkey.html" target="_blank">how I use PicMonkey here</a> if you need a tutorial.  I also printed out our <a href="http://www.honeywerehome.com/2014/07/summer-fun-bucket-list-fun-things-to-do.html" target="_blank">Summer Fun Bucket List</a> that we created last year.  It was awesome to see that James can actually read the list now!  He has worked hard in PK4! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAWmH1shROx7AjkDJ09f7eX3auHagIRaJC1kyn8DkhUcVew384Dih6AiHuQl1g2cbwvg83Jow5eaObBNnqJzMtQWBl3RfS2yN9d3UIr0RazI82VQNdVzbZh5QjX0TaMR0Pfj1DV63hJbqX/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.71.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAWmH1shROx7AjkDJ09f7eX3auHagIRaJC1kyn8DkhUcVew384Dih6AiHuQl1g2cbwvg83Jow5eaObBNnqJzMtQWBl3RfS2yN9d3UIr0RazI82VQNdVzbZh5QjX0TaMR0Pfj1DV63hJbqX/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.71.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDgzvpXC3GO7OOpnB6zRICE0OkYn3SR1q8Y6xRyaUD5H7yXB2Ou-ieoqhpS8CzfnbV9Yeae-qxyp1yJAgk0NzhdsuVh9zPuRlfjAcADLpNKxAdp6vyIyzJ8-0GzGyr6wDHdFIkx1lY191x/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.241.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDgzvpXC3GO7OOpnB6zRICE0OkYn3SR1q8Y6xRyaUD5H7yXB2Ou-ieoqhpS8CzfnbV9Yeae-qxyp1yJAgk0NzhdsuVh9zPuRlfjAcADLpNKxAdp6vyIyzJ8-0GzGyr6wDHdFIkx1lY191x/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.241.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My trusty laminator will help keep the pages from tearing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWRetUehNJzHadihdNE0eeQgk2HvPnlHUoh-8WILCBIvm8KChjSSJeLf6e8f5bmVv8PoQc84HN9_l_H1e5xI2eKDK9ed-z0yChBEnFsUHr4LrvWw4QdlaYprleUbvtDP0ODChIbzLcEJYY/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.243.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWRetUehNJzHadihdNE0eeQgk2HvPnlHUoh-8WILCBIvm8KChjSSJeLf6e8f5bmVv8PoQc84HN9_l_H1e5xI2eKDK9ed-z0yChBEnFsUHr4LrvWw4QdlaYprleUbvtDP0ODChIbzLcEJYY/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.243.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I originally planned to hang these signs inside the cabinet doors, but our doors are so high, they would've been hard to read.  I opted to place them on the wall near the door and figured keeping them at my son's height is more appropriate anyway.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7FRk1693wwFNIVxz90glGNRFa4aU4hrs_l9P26GlTnQkQ8RbX8Cq0iO2H8vSXlKjjHRJQTfLrtH_QbM_fTiwL_XgQLwl-2aruYYfFgFRIPKSSY3eXXoYjQVYVN1XetKDDdMuJgttwAnIs/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.282.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7FRk1693wwFNIVxz90glGNRFa4aU4hrs_l9P26GlTnQkQ8RbX8Cq0iO2H8vSXlKjjHRJQTfLrtH_QbM_fTiwL_XgQLwl-2aruYYfFgFRIPKSSY3eXXoYjQVYVN1XetKDDdMuJgttwAnIs/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.282.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Washi tape is practical for hanging since it won't take the paint off the wall, but also adds a fun pop of color to the space!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnS5jNlwUoLW3kIYEkEa0-aAw7-Ze1_ycPhSSi3H1uK4YIEhHJ4YxTuwGhP4uFOjfYYJcNFyM4WSZekmDLgK9h6Lu6LKShPsy5UNM1L0I2-KEsHe1NLFO0yk6xKWHqeXmuyuKBpU_PBYrF/s1600/Summer+Mudroom.275.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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UHeart Organizing: A Summer Ready Mudroom

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UHeart Organizing: A Handy Craft Station

Pegboard is here to rescue another crafting fanatic!  I must say, it must be about the most functional type of storage in existence.  The lovely Courtney from <a href="http://www.athoughtfulplaceblog.com/" target="_blank">A Thoughtful Place Blog</a>, always has a knack for making her projects look simple yet elegant.  Who knew pegboard could be associated with elegance?  But my girl did it again!  She has created the perfect spot to work on projects for around her home, and now she won't ever lose her favorite "go-to" supplies again.  <br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEz46Wjn9xEHYhrAN8bGFIop_uQVhdWVtaZqnKmY-yx2gtkjfkkgkIwZ71FcicgxxxHyU6HlU-XoOCKVXhZLLIu5QedexEXJSfHV1dQevWm4RriwQ78cu2ni7CcfGOqjlyeHRQsXNkpQIc/s1600/Peg_Board_UHeart_Header.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEz46Wjn9xEHYhrAN8bGFIop_uQVhdWVtaZqnKmY-yx2gtkjfkkgkIwZ71FcicgxxxHyU6HlU-XoOCKVXhZLLIu5QedexEXJSfHV1dQevWm4RriwQ78cu2ni7CcfGOqjlyeHRQsXNkpQIc/s1600/Peg_Board_UHeart_Header.png"></a></div><br><br>So I have a confession to make. I have been in an organizational slump for quite some time. Can any of you relate? I swoon over other people’s spaces as of late, but have had trouble getting motivated to create changes in own home. While we have many procedures in place around our home that do keep us relatively organized, it is my own craft supplies and project necessities that I continue to trip over or lose. I finally took some action and with very little effort refreshed my garage craft station.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKNdSasjyUvP5hnMSunJYHRGWd8wGSjq5L4BJGBiiIFk-vE-d81DbslReNMcK2z331wT9CmTaADu2IGEhOCt2n8OMhMurHyOCKt77uOYkpn88CnY1vZ-Z71cLkxYNvTLd_SGf4Rx5yUwGq/s1600/IMG_9081.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKNdSasjyUvP5hnMSunJYHRGWd8wGSjq5L4BJGBiiIFk-vE-d81DbslReNMcK2z331wT9CmTaADu2IGEhOCt2n8OMhMurHyOCKt77uOYkpn88CnY1vZ-Z71cLkxYNvTLd_SGf4Rx5yUwGq/s1600/IMG_9081.jpg"></a></div><br>So here is the deal. I know not everyone has a little spot in their garage for crafting. Truth be told, there is no real crafting space in my home {every project takes place on my dining room table} but my craft supplies seem to be multiplying. Funny how that happens, right?! A couple of years ago we installed some cabinets in the garage. This was after I took over a rolling cart elsewhere <a href="http://www.athoughtfulplaceblog.com/organized-garage-craft-project-supplies/" target="_blank">in the garage</a>. My husband uses the tall cabinet for tools and the shorter cabinets are for my supplies. But there are so many "go-to" items that I go to grab all the time. I needed an organized spot for them. This easy pegboard solution provides just that.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsYz6n7s5xc55fY9pmtV_nBWl-uSmCSNR5lhOWVvGiZ6Iz7nGW7M9aeglaEXUuQkjegvHO67iJcs2oCB6c8lZkUAHZK85DtgE8ZWPXcWbFB7PPbzfDvqUTiNF8WLQgvea8gg878mxdsrSW/s1600/IMG_9098.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsYz6n7s5xc55fY9pmtV_nBWl-uSmCSNR5lhOWVvGiZ6Iz7nGW7M9aeglaEXUuQkjegvHO67iJcs2oCB6c8lZkUAHZK85DtgE8ZWPXcWbFB7PPbzfDvqUTiNF8WLQgvea8gg878mxdsrSW/s1600/IMG_9098.jpg"></a></div><br>I went to my local big box store and grabbed everything I needed to put this on the wall. In total, I only spent about $36. So worth it to have these supplies so handy. And it means I have a clear work space for putting together my projects.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPACQi5hR9xdY1a0nd3NbANZ1e3-SZu4nHQIhCz1U_CuUh0VztzBPwP2fWHuM7iTClb65PnZGMhY6HNzr3wvWGeZ9vhftxvg0lONz912BqAoubVIwDfv2CfZRYZ7-oLTWqom6To3l91gvu/s1600/IMG_8935.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPACQi5hR9xdY1a0nd3NbANZ1e3-SZu4nHQIhCz1U_CuUh0VztzBPwP2fWHuM7iTClb65PnZGMhY6HNzr3wvWGeZ9vhftxvg0lONz912BqAoubVIwDfv2CfZRYZ7-oLTWqom6To3l91gvu/s1600/IMG_8935.jpg"></a></div><br>They sell the pegboard already in white so I was able to give them the dimensions and they made the cuts for me. I love that. We also picked up wood to use as supports to mount to the wall. I also grabbed a set of three bins and racks to hang supplies from. And no project is complete without my trusted gold spray paint.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMiE7aaB1zpOMyJoHipJtMp8pK9h9QtPBi2wGwOqnfrnIS99y2nq95g6XMO1uk_X8dJE-WSpSP9SVusYvgRH4Dpat1TnUrHKf6IFKL3lZUMO0osy1yjj_U7W32t3Wht7g8_tQyw4nfd_JZ/s1600/IMG_8938.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMiE7aaB1zpOMyJoHipJtMp8pK9h9QtPBi2wGwOqnfrnIS99y2nq95g6XMO1uk_X8dJE-WSpSP9SVusYvgRH4Dpat1TnUrHKf6IFKL3lZUMO0osy1yjj_U7W32t3Wht7g8_tQyw4nfd_JZ/s1600/IMG_8938.jpg"></a></div><br>These were a breeze to spray and dried very quickly. While I sprayed these, my husband worked on mounting the pegboard for me. Just don’t forget to clean your items before you spray them to eliminate any dust or dirt which can create a poor final product.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz-nfOFSyhdavKgWAnHV5unrJ9WGtX5fGeaO_S1NUmuAG7uqo90_O9NeaJr7rK3VB_qSjNIjNhqbsfFVkWzwE2KEC1_Hct3NqIW16Aaox7mbEBiCUBqiuCOwuN4cp8US9R1c9z_QC7ipgd/s1600/IMG_8944.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz-nfOFSyhdavKgWAnHV5unrJ9WGtX5fGeaO_S1NUmuAG7uqo90_O9NeaJr7rK3VB_qSjNIjNhqbsfFVkWzwE2KEC1_Hct3NqIW16Aaox7mbEBiCUBqiuCOwuN4cp8US9R1c9z_QC7ipgd/s1600/IMG_8944.jpg"></a></div><br>We were lucky enough to hit a stud with the support on the right. We mounted three pieces of wood to the wall and then drilled the pegboard directly into those. That was enough to secure it and keep it steady.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVa3KIek96AuSA395dHNyZB2poDKC02b_avup53z3xTO_xHeC08ob7PkBUopK6H4yy7xOU1q4T1-WlQPF1xAZIeIQ6G8_cREZ1huegJSun5Y6BOI9C8nI17fOCplVkIeZhyphenhyphenBoDzLdgSnAb/s1600/img_9059.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVa3KIek96AuSA395dHNyZB2poDKC02b_avup53z3xTO_xHeC08ob7PkBUopK6H4yy7xOU1q4T1-WlQPF1xAZIeIQ6G8_cREZ1huegJSun5Y6BOI9C8nI17fOCplVkIeZhyphenhyphenBoDzLdgSnAb/s1600/img_9059.jpg"></a></div><br>Pretty craft supplies hanging on this white board make me giddy. I am almost afraid to admit that.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDVcphdKxXkUqJ955nmMDYNUschKsqX7-X8oeyu-WrCVjQQrk1-UfxHRv6KWdEUc83Lf_ayzCsCIYqtl77wCKr16MuqSRYQh4B28MoRFo7kMigwQ2QR0HEsMmmrrs5xZq7ab-FOlPOGvIi/s1600/IMG_9063.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDVcphdKxXkUqJ955nmMDYNUschKsqX7-X8oeyu-WrCVjQQrk1-UfxHRv6KWdEUc83Lf_ayzCsCIYqtl77wCKr16MuqSRYQh4B28MoRFo7kMigwQ2QR0HEsMmmrrs5xZq7ab-FOlPOGvIi/s1600/IMG_9063.jpg"></a></div><br>These scissors are actually quite special to me. They were my moms and I love having them. They remind me of all of the sewing projects she created while we were growing up. I gave the handles a quick spray of gold paint. I think she’ll like the update. And now I can’t misplace them!<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU1w1K3djSclZOYHmO6cHVMAQklGx4vGx2_5HBaD5b0WbEIpTjwbLia2E7YmC4niy85YFUl8Y5T0q13omc2c9TmCZtK4Qse618PQ3wJDGkoy7F3wwWZr-DM8zwJiWmyKvX5oqnbJk2RuEE/s1600/IMG_9067.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU1w1K3djSclZOYHmO6cHVMAQklGx4vGx2_5HBaD5b0WbEIpTjwbLia2E7YmC4niy85YFUl8Y5T0q13omc2c9TmCZtK4Qse618PQ3wJDGkoy7F3wwWZr-DM8zwJiWmyKvX5oqnbJk2RuEE/s1600/IMG_9067.jpg"></a></div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXUPzUGIVG0Q98lfJ7bwWcIMSnhC6yAeJPuDh5p-yAHJz9PC8qqmjqzMh-_j-xKV0iBnJikEfKpABfNpCmxIpQPiNZVOj-sYnEtg6PLok-ShwmqwE3ua-xf4SDCnJFdovcueq27a_RoUpM/s1600/IMG_9057.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXUPzUGIVG0Q98lfJ7bwWcIMSnhC6yAeJPuDh5p-yAHJz9PC8qqmjqzMh-_j-xKV0iBnJikEfKpABfNpCmxIpQPiNZVOj-sYnEtg6PLok-ShwmqwE3ua-xf4SDCnJFdovcueq27a_RoUpM/s1600/IMG_9057.jpg"></a></div><br>My husband is thrilled that I have these key items in a known spot now. I can’t tell you how many times I have lost that large paint brush {I use it with the vintage décor paint}. The hanging buckets also disguise the outlet. We used a jigsaw to cut out a hole so that we can still use it.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh837hhMzrySUyGrmEJLUlyor0k_p73_vlWKuKCaf_HOqCn06dx9AlogiElRHWCbIW7CRGtx1Cb86CS5XbjLCbzqaNKx5rwcSAYoNWfuUi4FW17FCLPEraLVvw8PWt4dVPPTEgRLi9MaN0_/s1600/IMG_9071.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh837hhMzrySUyGrmEJLUlyor0k_p73_vlWKuKCaf_HOqCn06dx9AlogiElRHWCbIW7CRGtx1Cb86CS5XbjLCbzqaNKx5rwcSAYoNWfuUi4FW17FCLPEraLVvw8PWt4dVPPTEgRLi9MaN0_/s1600/IMG_9071.jpg"></a></div><br>So now I can easily remove the bucket and plug in a glue gun or lamp if I am working without natural light.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaiqBBlUzWfuK6gywGVq5IZM99bWeyN4L5bVBoK8ZTKkN9aP3FN43EWpTciGWI8Cqv9ovl_0BruUOnmNQ2rAASNf_L4d8wYxgSQb7oe7Z_DoSFQPrXhSHOKIQE_uEj0agzmmzjhnpa7pX1/s1600/IMG_9089.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaiqBBlUzWfuK6gywGVq5IZM99bWeyN4L5bVBoK8ZTKkN9aP3FN43EWpTciGWI8Cqv9ovl_0BruUOnmNQ2rAASNf_L4d8wYxgSQb7oe7Z_DoSFQPrXhSHOKIQE_uEj0agzmmzjhnpa7pX1/s1600/IMG_9089.jpg"></a></div><br>Crafting tip: Stock up on those sponge brushes. They are very inexpensive and clean so well. I use them almost every time I use craft paint. I created the Greek Key trim on the work surface with black electrical tape.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGm2l1Tm8O7qgG_LYQWW8uii-NDU8gv-Z2TU4PQ9KZhre5d1zh8kj1eF0-lTogbPaXe4FEqE3Oiiv1KJjW_cVveTzLf5GFQzSMB2VZQLbLC0qZkTLv4rfky1Vmxdubautf2bcnDUYlsujZ/s1600/IMG_9090.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGm2l1Tm8O7qgG_LYQWW8uii-NDU8gv-Z2TU4PQ9KZhre5d1zh8kj1eF0-lTogbPaXe4FEqE3Oiiv1KJjW_cVveTzLf5GFQzSMB2VZQLbLC0qZkTLv4rfky1Vmxdubautf2bcnDUYlsujZ/s1600/IMG_9090.jpg"></a></div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgec0a53m_mZw14qCsli9WyLbzrl8aRWaGTHor6mhCfHGuxH4FLizLMuIZ65-7eYk5gmgZozePHJF_BC4cmYv8r_qA3K_sDI_B_kT6Wigi7JwTJ2UhyQnSV1gdZQCX94UzPuuMngXiw-TO6/s1600/IMG_9095.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgec0a53m_mZw14qCsli9WyLbzrl8aRWaGTHor6mhCfHGuxH4FLizLMuIZ65-7eYk5gmgZozePHJF_BC4cmYv8r_qA3K_sDI_B_kT6Wigi7JwTJ2UhyQnSV1gdZQCX94UzPuuMngXiw-TO6/s1600/IMG_9095.jpg"></a></div><br>This sweet little jar was a salsa jar from Trader Joe's. With a bit of gold spray paint it’s a nice spot for my markers. I always keep a journal nearby when I do projects so I can write down measurements or ideas.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-2UIckUj_PO9-DOK3pQbO14zpRm1xvoobXPt0ItuTwOqVfoF3MhBqqHbUtD1QWnJyyCP5wmsRZTYe6WNI_f5SZc-wcl-TZcMcgmi4QNkMyFwV2n3h6cZL6Cr6m6e48mMzOWPfTvudHZvp/s1600/IMG_9100.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-2UIckUj_PO9-DOK3pQbO14zpRm1xvoobXPt0ItuTwOqVfoF3MhBqqHbUtD1QWnJyyCP5wmsRZTYe6WNI_f5SZc-wcl-TZcMcgmi4QNkMyFwV2n3h6cZL6Cr6m6e48mMzOWPfTvudHZvp/s1600/IMG_9100.jpg"></a></div><br>Here is one last look. And thank you to my sweet friend, Krystine, for the darling “Hey Y’all!” print. It brings a smile to my face when I work in here. And side note. . . the TV is in our garage because we often entertain and the boys migrate out there to watch sports while they play table tennis. It’s the hardest working garage around {if only we had a basement!}. Hoping this newly refreshed space will keep me crating without losing my favorite pair of scissors every five minutes. You can see the other part of our <a href="http://www.athoughtfulplaceblog.com/organized-garage-craft-project-supplies/" target="_blank">garage organization here</a>.<br><br><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #cccccc;">_______________</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><br><div class="pinit-wrapper" style="cursor: pointer; left: 38.5px; opacity: 1; position: absolute; top: 7864.7px; visibility: visible; z-index: 9999;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/2014/07/uheart-organizing-simple-desk-solutions.html&media=https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc_lJR5RrkgvFQxoJzzHpLpWkEqywQRBAJqzcT2oaSpUsb8eO-ErpJoMkIi52oASteTTMRdN5kxuzxqfO5_9JFkO8irHlUADYXVmEamXxSjdCc_w8dJJ0N5pVrw1iFjg0Kgyw15YtbMMI/s1600/courthead1.png&description=26UHeart%20Organizing:%20Simple%20Desk%20Solutions%20for%20Children" style="display: block; outline: none;" target="_blank"><img class="pinimg" src="http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad14/iheartorganizing/Blog%20Images/PinIt75px_zps9d0b45d7.png" style="-moz-box-shadow: none; -o-box-shadow: none; -webkit-box-shadow: none; background: transparent; border: 0; box-shadow: none; margin: 0; padding: 0;" title="Pin on Pinterest"></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1rzJYEX8PoqbrwzFgtKlJnbgG6-bwnB99NTYp1B7TY4A1KesqR5t1RD5MB2HzdeefbOnaUEP7vB56cELkrQ66vTkIrWL9UwXJ39OvjAIR17iQFz2d5gBBwwyUEe2g7316dvwKBF8oscL4/s1600/pink300-round+150.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1rzJYEX8PoqbrwzFgtKlJnbgG6-bwnB99NTYp1B7TY4A1KesqR5t1RD5MB2HzdeefbOnaUEP7vB56cELkrQ66vTkIrWL9UwXJ39OvjAIR17iQFz2d5gBBwwyUEe2g7316dvwKBF8oscL4/s1600/pink300-round+150.png"></a><i>"Do you believe in love at first sight? 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UHeart Organizing: A Handy Craft Station

Pegboard is here to rescue another crafting fanatic!  I must say, it must be about the most functional type of storage in existence.  The lo...

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