My Favorite Organization Tools
These are the tools I recommend to simplify organizing, reduce feeling overwhelmed, and create systems that are realistic to maintain in everyday life.
Summer Organization Essentials
A few simple systems can make your home run smoother all summer long. Start small. Focus on what you use most.
Easy grab ‘n go bag to throw towels, beach toys, hats, flip flops, and any other accessories for the pool, beach, or lake.
Mesh, waterproof beach bag with compartments for goggles, sunglasses, beach toys, sunscreen, & more!
Keep sunscreen, bug spray, goggles, & first aid together in one portable caddy.
Give kids one place for outdoor must-haves so they can grab things themselves.
Contain goggles, dive toys, & swim accessories so they stop disappearing every outing.
Give wet towels one designated home so they stop ending up on chairs, floors & furniture.
Waterproof wetbags are great to have along for wet swimsuits… or wet clothes from potty accidents (IYKYK)!
Give summer supplies an easy home in designated baskets.
Add simple chalkboard labels to make those baskets even easier for everyone to know exactly where items belong.
Make summer snacks easier by being prepped & ready to go to avoid hearing ‘Mommmm!’ every 10 minutes!
Keep lake day snacks, drinks, & grab-and-go essentials together so packing only takes minutes.
Dedicate one reset station to refill towels, sunscreen, & summer essentials after every outing.
Entryway Organization Essentials
A few small systems can stop the clutter pileup before it starts. Organize based on your natural tendencies and you’ll be more likely to use the system.
Contain sandals & everyday shoes with one easy basket in the entryway.
A simple shoe tray works well as a dedicated shoe landing zone, especially for wet shoes.
Create a simple home for keys, sunglasses, mail & random pocket clutter.
A catchall tray is a great alternative if your natural tendency is to toss things down.
Wall hooks are often easier to use than hangers (especially for kids!)
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