DIY Storage Hacks

  ​Is your worst nightmare a guest at your house opening up the fridge door to discover the overflowing mess of whatnots stacked carelessly at every inch of space screaming for help inside the fridge? Well, fret not. Most of us are guilty of having a not-so pristinely organized fridge crying for help in keeping it neat and organized. What gets on your nerves is when you can’t find the item you just stored yesterday, or an expired item just tumbles out from the back of the pile. Carelessly stacked items can also cause leaks, spills and encourage bacterial growth and create an unhygienic condition.  To make your life easy and chilled (pun intended) with your fridge, we’ve got some really useful fridge organization hacks that can literally solve this problem:  ​1) Use Labels Say goodbye to the hassle of sorting through containers and sniffing items to tell whether it's yoghurt or cheese. Use labeled containers for storage or you can simply label sections of the  fridge ...

  Picture ​This paint has become popular in recent years, especially in upcycling and distressing projects. It is used for rendering the vintage look on surfaces with shabby and rustic styles. Although its popularity is more based on producing distressed and brush stroke effects, it’s equally suited for making smooth, opaque and sleek modern paint finishes. The best part about using this paint is that it can be used on versatile surfaces with no requirement of prepping the surface in terms of priming or sanding. It can be used on already painted surfaces like lacquers and high gloss finish without any prepping. The  chalk paint  is beginner friendly in nature with its ease of use. It is thick, with less dripping and easy to clean. It cleans up with water as easy as latex paint. It renders brushstrokes with a beginner-friendly finish. The paint can be easily sanded and used for producing a distressed look. For sealing the paint, soft wax or chalk lacquer can be used. ​What...

  Picture Plastic laundry baskets are just functional and useful items that you either keep your clean or dirty clothes for storage. It receives attention only on your laundry day. Otherwise, it has its overlooked presence tucked in a corner in the laundry room or bathroom. With a little bit of brains and creativity, there are some amazing ways to transform  laundry baskets  into items of show and other utilities and we are here to tell you how exactly you can do that. Get ready for some interesting ways that could change the way you have been using laundry baskets so far: ​1) Alternative Storage Solution Picture ​A plastic laundry basket is a durable and spacious storage item. Why limit it to only laundry? Use it for storing kitchen supplies, toys, cleaners and  gardening tools.  To amp-up your laundry room organization, use a single basket for a neat arrangement of all laundry supplies like detergents, bleach, etc. If the basket has a hanging feature, put the ...

  Picture The joy that you get when bringing a new pet home is accompanied by some great responsibilities. A pet dog, cat or any other animal that is meant to be kept as a pet can be as demanding as a small kid and needs a lot of attention in terms of care and maintenance. Apart from basics like a balanced food plan, toilet training, vet check-ups and physical activities, you need to make sure that you pick the right items for your adorable fur baby. It could be the feeding bowl, the shampoo, or the leash; but what’s important is to know what your pet needs. Here’s our pick of the absolute must  pet accessories  that one must own as a pet owner: ​1) Leash and Collar Picture ​You’ll need a collar for any kind of pet you own and always choose one with tags and microchips so that if your pet goes missing, it’s easy to find him/her back. It should fit comfortably and for dogs, it should have a safe quick release clasp. It should also come with a sturdy D ring for attaching th...

  Picture The origin of the bento lunch box lies in the Japanese tradition of using the bento box for serving food in a beautiful and presentable manner. It is not only about aesthetics, but also about how a bento is organized as per a balanced meal consisting of all kinds of food one needs. Regular lunch boxes which may be your ordinary paper bag, or many small containers bundled into a zip pouch can serve the purpose, but it lacks the organization and compactness of a bento. Also, fruits or wet items can leak and tear the paper bag and using too many containers and zip pouches can cause headache when in rush to pack one’s lunch. Let’s see why switching to a  bento lunch box  can improve the experience of having your everyday lunch:   ​1) Easy Separation of Food Items with the Use of Compartments Picture The compartmentalization in a bento box is what helps it to pack in different kinds of food items into one single box. Traditional bento uses a ratio of carbs,...

  Picture ​The nursery is an evolving space as your child grows up very fast. As exciting as it can get to welcome a baby into the house, it’s equally exhausting to keep up with the baby’s demands, the things and the space in which the baby grows up. It’s a common scene to have a messy nursery while taking care of your baby. However, some simple and effective tips can help you save up a lot of time and get the messy nursery clean and organized. The key lies in understanding how to use the nursery space and also decentralize necessary items while placing them around the house so that you don’t have to keep running around to get a sipper or a diaper. Let’s take a look at the guide to the ways of being an efficient nursery organizer and creating a tidy place for your baby: 1.       Create Zones in the Nursery ​ ​It’s important to create a layout for the nursery separating different zones for different activities. A crib is an important place whe...