Baskets are absolutely the BEST organizing tool! They allow you to mix function and beauty at the same time. I'm all about making everything look pretty, while still being useful. I've shared some organizing tips before...
here,
here, or
here. Today I wanted to share a simple way to keep party and gift wrap supplies functional.
I also wanted to share a couple SKINNY MONEY tips, helping any budgets that are on a diet.
I found these delicate white wire baskets at the {beloved} Target dollar section.
WIRE is IT in baskets right now and these ones are adorable! The possibilities are obviously endless.
To dress up any organization I like to
find playful tags to label each thing. These are gently tied with Martha Stewart tags from Michael's.
(I never shop at Michael's without a coupon!)I also stock up on pretty ribbon from Michael's whenever it is on a good sale. Never pay full price for anything at craft stores because there are
constant opportunities to get discounts via online or newspaper coupons.
The basket categories include:
Ribbon, Gift Toppers, Balloons, and more...
Right beside these cabinets in our utility room I keep gift boxes and a gift wrapping/laundry work station. The curling ribbon is threaded through our laundry clothing rod for easy access. Half of the area is still available for laundry too.
I also store a lot of my entertaining and party goods in this room.
Tea Lights and Candles in a Jar:
Once, when I was younger, I packed my holiday candles away in the attic with the rest of my holiday decor only to find a disfigured heap of wax the following year. Now ALL candles are stored inside.
{wink} I have always kept my seasonal and pillar candles in
individual brown paper lunch sacks. This keeps them free from dust and also prevents colored wax from other candles rubbing onto each other. So, if you open that cabinet door, you'll see a row of paper sacks!
Bag them up!
A frugal tip I constantly use is
salvaging the ribbon off of store bags. How often do you return from a shopping trip from the mall with a handful of
beautiful bags? The bags are just as pretty as the items in the bag sometimes. I
hate majorly dislike wasting things! I wish I could reuse the store bags as gift bags
but the stores have their company logo plastered on the front. However, I always remove the ribbon and save it in my ribbon basket! The ribbon can be used when gift wrapping or decorating for a party.
Save the ribbon!
This box is labeled with my favorite:
chalk ink. I've showed it
in action several times throughout my blog. The box is filled with a GIGANTIC variety of party paper goods!
In the box: every color of the rainbow to choose from!
Some years, our kids can anticipate an amazing party for their
birthdays.
I {double love} party planning and throwing events so it's a treat for me too. HOWEVER, it is a lot of
work AND money.
I have 3 kids.
Obviously, we keep those parties to a minimum and most years we simply do sweet family gatherings. On those years our kids get to pick from this party box what papergoods they want for their birthday. It's always a hit! And it saves A LOT of money to help keep the budget SKINNY.
Give it a try! Save your "leftover" party goods in a special box and watch your kids' eyes light up whenever you pull it out to use for
special birthday love or even an easy celebration like the last day of school.
-What are some of your favorite ways to use baskets for home organization?
-How do you incorporate a moderate budget as you party plan and organize?Share your Secrets,
I'm a Secret-loving girl...
This post is linked to:
Organize and Decorate Everything,
Frugal Friday,
Lovin It, Spotlight Yourself,
Weekend Wrap Up,
Inspired Room,
Show and Share Day, Works for Me Wednesday
I won...
