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In an ideal world, storage space would be unlimited. Or, better yet, in a truly perfect world, extra space would appear the moment you realize you need more of it.
Unfortunately, there's no magic way to Mary Poppins your home storage solutions, but we've found that professional organizers can usually get pretty close.
With this in mind, we turned to a few of our favorite experts to ask them for their top tips. After a season of successful spring cleaning, we're dying to know how to instantly create more storage space at home—even when it feels like there’s none left.
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According to Tina Priestly, the founder of Ready, Set, Refresh, the first step she suggests for creating more space is one people often ignore. This, she says, is to declutter—both as you try to free up more room to store things, and on a regular schedule moving forward.
«Clutter takes up unnecessary space and can make smaller areas feel cramped,” Priestly says. “Donate or discard items you no longer need to free up space.»
Once you declutter, Priestly says the key is to keep it this way moving forward. This isn't just for sanity or peace of mind—keeping a clutter-free home will make it feel bigger.
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It might sound counter-intuitive, but Priestly says another great way to create more space is often by adding things. She suggests a functioning storage system, however that looks for you.
It's best to start with any closets or pantries first. “Utilize vertical space by adding shelves or stackable organizers,” Priestly says. “Try installing door racks or hooks for additional
Stay true to your vegan lifestyle with your own homegrown produce! This guide will teach you the basics of vegan gardening, using all-natural methods to get organic and delicious harvest. Let’s get our hands dirty!
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