I'm a packrat!!! Live alone except for my cat! Have trouble cleaning kitchen. No room under bed for storage. Crocher, have lots of yarn, but have trouble storimg. HET
Hi there, fellow yarn lover! 🧶 First of all, don’t worry-being a packrat just means you love your treasures, and that’s okay! Living alone with your cat can make organizing feel like a big task, but small steps can make a big difference. For your yarn, consider clear bins or stackable drawers. They don’t take up much floor space and let you see your colorful collection at a glance. You could even repurpose a bookshelf to store yarn neatly-rolling the yarn into "cakes" makes it look tidy and lets you show off those beautiful colors. A hanging organizer for closets could also be a great way to keep your yarn sorted by type or project. Since there’s no room under your bed for storage, you might try vertical solutions like a corner shelf or a storage cart on wheels. That way, you can move it around when you’re working on a project and tuck it away when you’re done. For the kitchen, start with one small area-like one drawer or a single counter. Declutter a little at a time, and soon, you’ll feel more space open up. Even a few hooks inside cabinet doors can give you extra room for utensils or towels. Lastly, give your cat a little yarn-free zone-it might help keep your projects safe and give you both some creative space. You’ve got this, and we’re cheering you on! 🐾✨
I do about 85% of these suggestions. My spouse just puts things wherever. I still have to hunt a lot for items. How do you organize a spouse. Been trying forever it seems.
It sounds like you’re doing an amazing job staying organized-85% is no small feat! When it comes to organizing a spouse, it can be a challenge, but here are a few strategies that might help: Start Small: Focus on just one shared area (like the pantry or a closet) and agree on where specific items belong. Once that’s consistent, build from there. Label Everything: Clear, visible labels can guide where things go, even for someone who’s less naturally organized. Set Up “Drop Zones”: Create designated areas for your spouse’s frequently used items. A small tray or basket near the entryway or their favorite chair can help corral keys, wallets, or papers. Communicate the Benefits: Frame it as teamwork-organizing makes life easier for both of you, saves time, and reduces stress. Be Patient: Habits take time to change. Celebrate small wins together, like when an item is put back in the right spot. Your efforts are already making a big difference! Hopefully, these tips make the hunting a little less frequent. 😊
I'm a packrat!!! Live alone except for my cat! Have trouble cleaning kitchen. No room under bed for storage. Crocher, have lots of yarn, but have trouble storimg. HET
Hi there, fellow yarn lover! 🧶 First of all, don’t worry-being a packrat just means you love your treasures, and that’s okay! Living alone with your cat can make organizing feel like a big task, but small steps can make a big difference.
For your yarn, consider clear bins or stackable drawers. They don’t take up much floor space and let you see your colorful collection at a glance. You could even repurpose a bookshelf to store yarn neatly-rolling the yarn into "cakes" makes it look tidy and lets you show off those beautiful colors. A hanging organizer for closets could also be a great way to keep your yarn sorted by type or project.
Since there’s no room under your bed for storage, you might try vertical solutions like a corner shelf or a storage cart on wheels. That way, you can move it around when you’re working on a project and tuck it away when you’re done.
For the kitchen, start with one small area-like one drawer or a single counter. Declutter a little at a time, and soon, you’ll feel more space open up. Even a few hooks inside cabinet doors can give you extra room for utensils or towels.
Lastly, give your cat a little yarn-free zone-it might help keep your projects safe and give you both some creative space. You’ve got this, and we’re cheering you on! 🐾✨
I do about 85% of these suggestions. My spouse just puts things wherever. I still have to hunt a lot for items. How do you organize a spouse. Been trying forever it seems.
It sounds like you’re doing an amazing job staying organized-85% is no small feat! When it comes to organizing a spouse, it can be a challenge, but here are a few strategies that might help:
Start Small: Focus on just one shared area (like the pantry or a closet) and agree on where specific items belong. Once that’s consistent, build from there.
Label Everything: Clear, visible labels can guide where things go, even for someone who’s less naturally organized.
Set Up “Drop Zones”: Create designated areas for your spouse’s frequently used items. A small tray or basket near the entryway or their favorite chair can help corral keys, wallets, or papers.
Communicate the Benefits: Frame it as teamwork-organizing makes life easier for both of you, saves time, and reduces stress.
Be Patient: Habits take time to change. Celebrate small wins together, like when an item is put back in the right spot.
Your efforts are already making a big difference! Hopefully, these tips make the hunting a little less frequent. 😊