Tip: Uses for Sheet Set Bags

You know those plastic zipper bags that many sheet sets come in? Have you noticed how most have a pocket or two where the cardstock-weight label is slipped in? Well, you can take that label out, make your own, and slip it right back into the pocket. You have instant organization for no extra money. Some ideas of things to store: playing cards, winter hats/mittens/scarves, stray socks, art supplies, doll clothes... and so on!

Tip: Containers on the Cheap

A fabulous source for inexpensive organizing containers is your local dollar store. You can score some great standards, like plastic baskets, as well as some funky yet useful items, like nylon woven baskets. I use the latter tipped on their sides (with the openings facing out instead of up) and stack my 2 oz. bottles of acrylic paints inside. At 4x4 inches, they're the perfect size.