I LOVE to organize! Especially Preston's room, I love that everything has a place. When we cleared out the guest room for his nursery I was disappointed with all the wasted space in the closet because all that it had was ONE wire self all the way across. SO, being the little designer I am (see Dad, the schooling paid off!) I drew up a closet design for Danny to build. Danny is really handy. The guy can fix or make anything, really!!!
I don't have a complete before picture, but you'll get the idea!!
Danny built this and Mom and I painted it. (YES I wore a mask!!)
I found these plastic hanging file holders at Linens and Things on clearance for about $4 when they were going out of business, and designed the closet around them.The results, LOTS more storage!!!
The supplies I used were # stickers, a stapler, thin sharpie, and foam bookmarks I got at the Dollar Tree!

Just use stickers or write on the top of the bookmark with the sharpie (I used stickers but the sharpie for the -) for all the sizes you need. I did newborn-18-24 mo. I think.. Then wrap the bookmark around the closet rod, loose enough to be able so slide around but still stand up and staple.. see pictures below..







Oh Kelly this is such a great post! I am so proud of you!
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~Momma~
What a great transformation...and the size markers are brilliant! Preston is soooo adorable! Oh, you are in for some wonderful years. I so wish I could shrink my little guy down again for just a day. Little boys are just sooo much fun...enjoy every moment! Happy Met Monday!
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HI!
ReplyDeleteI popped over from your mom's place. Great job on the closet! Looks great! Have a great day!
Sherrie
http://splummer-aviewofmylife.blogspot.com/2009/08/mosaic-monday_10.html
Very smart indeed--like mother; like daughter!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea, wish I had been that organized when my kids were little!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea - very creative. Don't you love it when you find a way to save money? :-)
ReplyDeleteGreat idea- looks too cute!
ReplyDeleteI just popped over from your mom's blog.. This is truly incredible.. You are definetly one creative gal. Preston is a very lucky little man to have a Mom like you. Great transformation. Preston is adorable..hugs ~lynne~
ReplyDeleteMom sent me over for a peek at your first Met Monday project. What a great job, I love the idea of labels. And what a cuteie Preston is, I am particle to boys cause I have one...the only child God blessed us with but he is a jewel...16 yr. old Samuel--Asked of the Lord! Enjoy every minute it goes by too quickly, even the hard times ;-)
ReplyDeleteI cam e over fdorm your Mom's blog ...
ReplyDeleteThis is such a nice idea! I have a 8 month old grandson and I'll pass this idea to tab and seperate his clothes on to my DIL.
Preston is so cute! Congratulatiuons!
Pat in NYC
Very ingenious. And good idea as those size clothes change so quickly.
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I can't wait to see part 2! I love what you've done so far, especially the markers. That was a great idea and very practical. Enjoy your little one, they really do grow up so fast!
ReplyDeleteNeat idea!!!! Thanks for posting!
ReplyDeleteI love your foam bookmark idea! I've been looking for alternative divider solutions like this one for ages--very clever!
ReplyDeleteOH my goodness where were you when my kids were little!??!!? What a fabulous idea!!! LOVE it :-D
ReplyDeleteI LOVE YOUR IDEA!!!!! Brillant. It is true that you don't know what you have unless you organize it so you can see it. The same goes with craft supplies too. Welcome to MET Monday it's fun. Your Mom is one of my followers & we chat often in BLOGLAND> Preston is a cutie. Enjoy him...they grow so fast.
ReplyDeleteKelly, i'm impressed. You've got skills. :) hehe! LOVE his closet! You are awesome!
ReplyDelete~Melissa
www.mandmtresler.com
That is a great idea! I always just hang the clothes that he is currently wearing, but that is a great idea! Nice job! :o)
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