How do I organize our small A frame cabin??
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We have a family of 6 with lots of pets, we live in a small A frame cabin that's been added onto, but we have so much stuff and no where to put it :(. I lack the ability to even begin organizing, I want shelves in the kitchen and possible "hideaway" closets... please if anyone has ideas or thoughts, I'm open to anything. This whole stay at home and home schooling 4 kids in this small house is really challenging with hardly any room. I'll post pictures after breakfast but please keep in mind we are remodeling and trying to figure out where to put our things, its literally like borders in here. :/ its so cramped!!! Help!!!
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Hi Jen, have you checked out Ikea? Ikea has some amazing stuff where they make storage out of floating walls and areas you never thought possible. You might want to check out their website while you are home. They have a whole delivery system. Yes if you can, post some pics so we can help with specifics:). Good luck....I know, this is tough and is forcing us to be creative so we don't go crazy.
Photos will be a great help. These times can be very trying being in lockdown.
Sounds frustrating! Would love to see photos to really help. Have you started with underbed storage?
Hello. I have very limited storage toO-my big favorite place for hidden storage is under beds. Besides using space bag here are some links to look over these under bed storage ideas
DIY Under Bed Storage Drawer - Sweet Pea
https://www.virginiasweetpea.com/diy-under-bed-storage-drawer/
A step further that we took was to get rid of the bed risers.
There are some steel bedframes now that you can use that eliminate a box spring. With the elimination of a box spring with a 14 inch tall steel frame be helpful for underbed use
We did this in our situation to have storage under the bed. It was the perfect solution for us. Using the bed risers in our situation with the box spring and mattress made the bed too tall for many of our guests.
For further details look at the link below it might give you some ideas of what I’m talking about —you can read the reviews and Q&A to see if an option you might be able to consider
Hope you find the perfect solution.
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Sounds like now might be the time to start purging the things you don't really need or use.
I have been doing this in my "spare time" lately. Things I have not used for years are now going away. I didn't think I needed 5 potato mashers.
How are belongings stored now? We really need photos please. Until you complete your renovation, have you considered storing everything in plastic tubs that can be labeled and stacked? That would certainly provide more floor space. Then you can plan out long term shelving and where to add cabinets, closets, etc.
Hi Jen - This is one of my favorite articles on cleaning, organizing and decluttering. It really breaks down the steps of the process, and even includes an interview with TV show Hoarders star Matt Paxton. Hope this helps and stay safe and healthy! Hugs, Holly
https://pinkfortitude.com/hoarder/
PS - We have a FREE eBook with recipes for all of my homemade and all-natural cleaners. You can download it here --> https://pinkfortitude.com/thank#GreenClean