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Organized Kid's Closet With IKEA Laundry System and Chalkboard Labels
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Andrea | Personally Andrea
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This kid's closet needed a major de-cluttering and reorganization. I used IKEA's ALGOT laundry system as a relatively inexpensive option. It's modular and versatile, and easily customized to the dimensions of a space. The wire mesh bins keep items visible but tidy.
To personalize the system and add a bit of style, I created chalkboard labels for each bin so that clothes are easily found and easily tidied away.
These blank switchplate covers from the hardware store cost only about a dollar. Since they already have holes at each end they're easily attached with any kind of wire, tie or string instead of the screws that come with them. With a quick sanding and two coats of chalkboard paint they become a stylish labelling option.
Seasoning the surface with chalk gives an authentic chalkboard look. I added lettering with a white paint Sharpie.
I ended up with loads of space for a kid's clothes in a way that looks stylish and tidy. Check out the font I used on the labels and how I transferred it, along with more photos. http://bit.ly/1Ey9Kaa
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Published April 15th, 2015 8:34 AM
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Susan Spann on Apr 15, 2015sure like this
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Lyssa Beth Zimmerman on Apr 15, 2015We had this exact same set up growing up, with the same IKEA shelves and all. Once we live closer to an IKEA, I'll be doing the same thing!
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