10 Everyday Items at Home That Can Turn Into Smart Storage Solutions
Instead of buying expensive storage solutions, try looking around and thinking outside the box. Items you already have at home can easily become smart storage solutions, saving money and being environmentally friendly. All you need is a little creativity.
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Simple and everyday items at home can easily turn into smart and useful storage solutions. With a little creativity, you can make the most of them and keep things organized in a stylish and unique way. Here are 10 surprising ideas for reusing items you might have forgotten about:
1. Glass Jars
Empty jars from jam or honey are a great solution for storing pasta, spices, buttons, or even pens. You can also decorate them with paints or stickers and place them decoratively on a kitchen shelf.
2. Wooden Crates
Fruit or wine crates can serve as unique shelves or storage boxes for books, magazines, or toys. You can paint them in a natural wood shade or combine bright colors to match the room's decor.
3. Plastic Bags
Plastic bags stored in an empty tissue box become an accessible and quick solution for use in the kitchen or utility rooms. This way, you keep them organized and also help the environment.
4. Old Baskets
Old laundry or picnic baskets can be used for storing blankets, pillows, or even dirty laundry in a decorative corner. You can add a colorful fabric lining for a fresher and neater look.
5. Tin Boxes
Metal cookie or tea tins are an excellent solution for storing cables, stationery, or kids' craft materials. You can add small labels to mark the box's contents.
6. Plastic Bottles
Cut large plastic bottles to create small storage compartments for tools, pencils, or even plants. Add decorations like washi tape or hand drawings to enhance their appearance.
7. Shoe Boxes
Your shoe boxes can easily turn into organizers for socks or other small items. Cover them with wrapping paper or nice fabric to make them a decorative item on an open shelf.
8. Kitchen Strainers
Old strainers not in use can serve as storage for fruits, vegetables, or even organize writing tools. You can also paint them in pastel shades to turn them into a charming decorative element.
9. Old Trays
Old plastic or metal trays are a wonderful solution for organizing cosmetics, jewelry, or office supplies. Add a layer of paint or decorative glue to match their room design.
10. Cereal Boxes
Cut cardboard cereal boxes and upgrade them with beautiful wrapping paper for storing documents, magazines, or worksheets. You can arrange them in groups to create a uniform look on the desk or shelf.