Decorating & Design
January 19, 2016
5 Stylish Organizing Solutions
Conquering clutter doesn’t have to mean hiding it away. These clever ideas will keep your life in order and add style to your space.
Hang woven baskets on the wall, leaving the floor space free for parking shoes and bags. Choose baskets with lids: they’re perfect for concealing piles of hats and scarves, while still keeping them accessible.
What’s the sense in tucking away things that are so pretty to look at? Place sturdy wall hooks at varying heights to create a gallery wall of your most beautiful handbags and accessories. Leave plenty of space between each hook so they will accomodate a variety of bag sizes. Use a vintage hanger to hold scarves and long necklaces.
Transform unfinished wooden magazine holders into sophisticated storage pieces. Give each holder one or two coats of paint and affix a gold library drawer pull for a scholarly touch.
Dig out your grandmother’s antique teacups to create a charming vanity-top display. Your jewelry will create a sparkling vignette that’s easy to sort through.
An enviable collection of beautiful footwear deserves to be given pride of place. A traditional glass-fronted cabinet outfitted with shelves is an ingenious way to display dozens of shoes while also shielding them from dirt and dust and allowing for easy access.
Angus Fergusson
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Sarah Hartill