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Entryway
for the baskets that fit on bookshelves or under coffee tables to keep the clutter contained. Use small woven trays to hold remotes, extra charging cords and hand-held devices for gaming consoles. If you don't have bookshelves, storage baskets are great for holding magazines and books giving you more space on side tables. This is also a great idea for board games and video game storage.
The entryway or mudroom is always the first space that collects clutter. Place baskets under a bench for shoe or boot storage, scarves, mittens and hats will be easy to find. A basket on your entryway table is the perfect spot to drop your keys when you walk in the door - no more searching as you rush to work.
Kitchen:
Baskets are a handy storage option for fresh vegetables or fruit on your counter, or as a means to corral larger items in the pantry. A basket under the sink is perfect storage for all of your cleaning supplies, or use a wicker magazine basket to organize pot lids and serving trays. Smaller baskets with handles can be hung on the wall as a catch-all for mail, coupons, flyers and the bits and bobs that seem to collect. Shallow sea grass baskets can be used as trays for serving snacks, or as a gathering place for collections, small potted plants, and to create an organized beverage station for coffee or tea.
Children's Rooms
A place for stuffed toys, books, tiny clothing and all the paraphernalia associated with raising happy children. Stacking baskets are a wonderful option if you're concerned about keeping the floor available for make believe and play.
Bedrooms
Use baskets to organize extra blankets, pillows and bedding. I keep a basket by my bedside for my journal, iPad, books, magazines and charging cords - always in reach.
A 1000 Other Uses:
Bathroom:
Baskets are so versatile you can find thousands of uses for them. I keep a basket in my car with a bottle of water, shopping bags, bungee cords and a measuring tape - for those yard sale finds.
Baskets in the bathroom have an abundance of practical applications. Keep a large basket by the tub or shower for fresh towels. Place extra bath tissue to ensure it's always at hand, or place a basket on the back of the commode to store air freshener, hand cream or extra hand towels. Baskets are an obvious solution for damp towels or laundry of any kind - choose one with a lid if possible. They are perfect for organizing makeup, toiletries, and small appliances. Place a basket by the tub filled with decorative jars of bath salts, face masks and bubble bath.
Family room
I'm sure everyone has at least one basket of cozy throws in their family room or living room. Toy storage is a must and baskets do a great job and look good too. Look
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