Avoid bag + backpack overload!
Are the school and work bags all filled with crumpled paper, empty gum wrappers, snack crumbs, and artwork?
Whether you are coming home with a full bag from work or unpacking kids lunchboxes, having a space to go through your bags and reset for the next day will make a world of difference!
Choose a spot with a large enough surface to place all lunchboxes, water bottles, papers, art, etc.
Whenever a bag comes into the house at the end of the day, go through all of the contents.
Once the bag is emptied, make sure only necessities go back into the bag.
Put all other items where they belong.
This will quickly become second nature and you will be glad to save time on weekday mornings!
A few ideas for small entry spaces:
A small cart can be stored in a closet, under a hallway table, or as part of an office/ homework station.
Each shelf can have a different category and adding a pegboard side can help with extra school/ office supplies.
A simple wall unit can keep papers and small items tidy while taking up zero floorspace!
If you already have a table in your entryway, a desktop organizer can be a great way to sort homework, bills, and miscellaneous items to be put away,
Need a hand decluttering, measuring, researching products, and implementing new systems?
