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10 Small Drawers and Clever Clothing Organizations

There are many reasons to be frustrated with your closet. It may be difficult to locate items, or it might be crammed with clothes that are no longer in style – but whatever the problem, we can all agree that organization is a must. We’ve gathered ten clever ways to organize your closet, so you never have to worry about it again!

For Example:

  • Use a curtain rod as an easy way to separate shirts from pants and dresses from blouses
  • Use an old drawer to keep scarves, belts, and belts organized.
  • Use shower curtain rings for easy organization of jewelry
  • Label plastic bins with sticky notes for easy identification.
  • Create dividers from paper towel rolls to keep shoes and clothing separated.
  • Cut labels from plastic wrap to mark drawers for easy identification.
  • Use an old spice rack to easily store belts, hats, gloves, and other accessories.
  • Use a shoe organizer to create sections for different items in your closet.
  • Use a small number of hangers with clothespins or hooks to create easy-to-read sections.
  • Hang bags or purses on the back of the door in a designated spot so you always know where they are, and you don’t have to search through a cluttered closet to find them!

Are you having trouble with limited space for drawer and clothing organization? Don’t worry, please! That’s a common problem that many families have to deal with, especially if the family lives in a small house.

Here we want to help you solve the problem. We have summed up some best solutions and put them on the list of 10 small drawers and clever clothing organization ideas. So spare some time to scroll down and keep reading. As always, Simphome presents you with the list.

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10. Clean Out Your Drawers

Organizing your closet can be as simple as starting fresh. You do not have to buy another storage piece because you only need to spare some time to declutter.

Start your decluttering activity by removing everything from the drawer you are currently working on. You have to take every single thing out of it, even if it is the pieces you plan to keep.
This way, you will know every piece you have, which helps you decide the ones you need to store. Moreover, this is also a chance for you to dust the inside of your dresser drawer.

9. Keep in mind: Less is More

It’s easier to tidy up your closet when you have less stuff. So, after you remove all the pieces inside the drawer, sort them. It would be best to leave
the ones you do not really need.

You might find it tricky when doing it because some items may carry sentimental memories. However, you have to accept that “less is more.” See the positive sides! You can have more space and learn to be more content with what you have.

Decide the pieces you need to keep by making sure that they still fit you, you still like them, wear them regularly in the last six months, and have some sentimental story behind them.
Once you have sorted your items, store the ones you want to keep back in your drawer and closet, donate the ones that are still in good shape, and put the rest into recycle center nearby.

Relevant details:

  • First, divide the drawer into two parts: the top and bottom sections. The top section should be for sweaters, pajamas, and other larger clothes you may want to hang up and air out after every use – it is a good idea to separate your clothes by season. The bottom part of the drawer should be set aside for socks and undershirts – make sure that you have an adequate supply of those or dedicate a few drawers to them if necessary.
  • Pick out a few items that you can use in the top section of your drawers. A small box organizer is perfect for this. Place them on top of your clothes and fill the rest of the space with socks, undershirts, and underwear.
  • Clean out any unnecessary items from your socks drawer or any other drawers that you want to convert into storage spaces for socks. You will also want to pick out a few individual pairs of socks that you can use in this section and at least one drawer organizer to place on top of them.
  • Next, clean out the bottom area of your dresser or nightstand.

8. Learn Better Folding Techniques

Learning a better folding technique is another crucial trick to optimize your drawer space. One of the most remarkable techniques is the vertical folding method, also known as the KonMari method.
Marie Kondo has helped us save some space again with some simple steps of folding clothes. It does not require extra time to do. Most importantly, they will make your clothes less wrinkly.

This technique works on various items, such as t-shirts, shirts, coats, socks, etc. Here is a simple guide on how to fold a long sleeve t-shirt like Marie Kondo:
1. Lay the t-shirt, then fold one-third of a side (about to the collar) in.
2. Fold the sleeve back and in, flush with the side of the shirt.
3. Repeat on the other side.
4. Fold the neckline toward the bottom, but not in half.
5. Fold in thirds to fit in your drawer.

7. Reorganize Seasonally

Another option to create more room is splitting your dresser into the off-season and current drawers.
You can use the bottom drawers for off-season clothes and rotate them according to the weather. But, if the drawers are limited, you can store the non-seasonal clothing in an unused suitcase or a container and place it under your bed.

Relevant details:

  1. Keep seasonal clothing in plastic storage bags.
  2. Use large shoe organizers for non-seasonal clothing.
  3. Change Your Shelf Orientation
    If you have a long shelf on the inside of your closet and the clothes are piled upon it, look at this trick: convert it into drawers! If you have metal shelf dividers, simply remove them and replace them with wood dividers or PVC pipes (the size of the container depends on the size of your shelf). You need to count and cut a few pieces of wood/PVC pipe according to the number of shelves you want to use as drawers.
  4. Use a Narrow Shelf for Shoes
    Don’t think about buying a shoe rack to make your shoes stand. Instead, you can use the top shelf of your closet. If the height is too short, simply add a few wooden planks to lengthen the shelf and help it support your shoes.
  5. Create Drawers with Boxes
    You don’t need fancy containers to organize your clothes. You can find cheap boxes at any store; they work perfectly as drawers! You can even manage to fit 4-5 in your drawer. Just make sure they are sturdy enough so they don’t collapse while getting something out or putting clothes in them.
  6. Use a Double Sided Cabinet
    Cabinets like this one work perfectly as drawers, either vertical or horizontal. But, you need to make sure you have enough space in your closet for the long sides to stick out. If you can’t work with that, simply place it horizontally.
  7. Create More Space in Your Dresser with a Folding Shoe Rack
    You don’t need a rack with several different heights options for all shoes. You can easily make a three-tiered shoe rack by yourself.
  8. You just need two shelves, one wooden board that fits the height of your shelves, and two curtain rods. Attach the curtain rods to the wooden board, then hang the two shelves on each rod. These covers will keep your shoes in shape and save you some space!
  9. Get a Narrow Pedestal or Stand for Underwear You might be too attached to your dresser to think about getting another stand or pedestal, but they are so convenient! They usually have multiple drawers where you can fit socks, underwear, and bras. And, some have extra space where you can store accessories.
  10. Get a Tall, Vertical Dresser
    If you have a small room and do not have a lot of closet space, you can still get a vertical dresser. It is one of the most practical storage solutions for small to medium-sized spaces.
  11. Try Foldable Closets
    Closets like these are great for small spaces because they barely take up any space! If you have limited space in your home, you should consider getting one.
  12. Roll Up Your Dresser Drawers
    If you want to save space but do not compromise on functionality, rolling up your drawers might be the solution for you!
  13. Use a Sleeve Organizer as a Dresser Stand
    A sleeve organizer will help you make the most out of your existing drawers by storing seasonal clothes and accessories instead of piling them up on the shelves. It also helps keep all pieces from wrinkling and keeps them neat at all times.

6. Craft your jewelry display

Since you have limited space in the drawer, it’s better only to use it to store your clothing items. Don’t store your jewelry or accessories in a drawer. Instead, showcase them by hanging them in front of your empty wall area.
By applying this idea, your jewelry will keep untangled and more organized. Besides, it can also double as an art on the wall.

5. Don’t leave any space unused

Instead of storing scarves, belts, and other accessories in your dresser drawer, you can hang them behind your bedroom’s or cupboard’s door. It is always good to make the most of every available space.

You can simply install a towel bar or hooks on the door to create such a hanging space.
Once the hooks are up, hang all those items. Don’t forget to arrange them evenly, so it doesn’t create another new problem for you.

Other ideas you can try:

  • No 1. Install a clothes rod and clutter-free hanging area behind your closet for your clothing, utensils, etc.
  • No 2. Turn a single drawer into two by making it about half as deep and creating a small shelf for storing undergarments.
  • No 3. Install one deeper dresser drawer in the center of the room to store shoes. This idea will cut your potential storage area by half while still keeping you organized.
  • No 4. Cut your two standard-size drawers in half, then install a deep wall cabinet/drawer/unit (preferably made of wood) on the right side of your room. Use a shoe organizer to store clothing and other smaller items like belts, socks, etc., on the other half.
  • No 5. Install one deep dresser drawer at the midpoint of your room for storing accessories or scarves, or you can make it somewhat deeper for storing scarves, belts, and jewelry.
  • No 6. Install 2-3 shallow cabinets below the bottom shelf of your closet to store undergarments.
  • No 7. Install a shoe rack above your closet if you don’t have enough storage space. You can store up to 5 pairs of shoes there, so it will reduce the number of sets which you need to take care of at the same time.
  • No 8. Try using two dresser drawers side by side, with 2-3 shelves on top of each to store scarves, belts, and other accessories.
  • No 9. Cut three small holes (for suit jackets and blazers) instead of 1 hole in the clothing bar and hang them from hooks on the wall as shown below
  • No 10. Auctioned-off or donate or recycle all that you can’t fit in your drawer or let others do that for you (you know what we mean)

4. Label, label, and label

Sometimes it might be hard for you to find an item in the correct drawer while you’re in a hurry. So, labeling the storage is the solution to make it easy and save time.

Name each drawer based on the type of clothing stored inside.
You can label each drawer by using various systems of labeling.

For instance, you can use texts, pictures, or color-coded labels. It may also be beneficial for your kids. They can learn how to dress up by themselves without asking too many questions about where they can find their socks and pajamas.

3. Use Drawer Organizers to Separate Items

If you need to put different items in one drawer, you had better insert drawer dividers first since they will help you keep things organized and stay in their position.

You can purchase the dividers in the houseware store nearby. There are various options available. Consider the size and price before you pay for it.

However, if you don’t want to spend money on a drawer divider, creating one through a DIY project may work. It’s super straightforward. You can reuse some thin-wall food containers and arrange them in your drawer.

  • You can also make them from unused cardboard boxes.
  • You only need a cutter, marker, and ruler.
  • First, you need to measure the size of the inside of your drawers.
  • Then, start to cut the cardboard based on the measurement you’ve made.
  • Before putting them inside, don’t forget to make insert cuts to intersect the dividers.

2. Don’t Fold The Bulky Items

It’s okay to fold your bulky items if your space is big enough to store them. However, It will be different if you do not have enough room in your drawers since most bulky items will take up a lot of your drawer space even though you have folded them neatly.
Thus, it’s better to consider placing your bulky items such as jeans or sweatshirts elsewhere (moreover, if you don’t wear them regularly) or hanging them in your closet.

Also, try, Use Smaller Bags.

Like bulky items, try to put your folded clothes in smaller bags such as bags with a drawstring since this keeps the clothes more organized and prevents them from being crumpled up.

If you don’t want to spend money on new drawstring bags, you can also opt for simply tying up your shirts and pants into knots. Not only is it cheaper but it’s also more convenient!
What else is there more? Buy some shoe storage containers and place them neatly in order so that you won’t have a hard time searching for your shoes the next time you need them (You can buy these at any department store).

Lastly, Number 1. Decorate your dresser top

Don’t use the top area of your dresser as a dumping ground for various odds and ends. It should be a relatively clear and clutter-free zone. That way helps you to maintain the tidy appearance of the room.
Instead, try to decorate it by placing some items which create a more appealing look. For example, you can display some indoor plants, some of your favorite books, artwork, or even your perfume collections.

Other relevant ideas on how to get organized your bedroom clutter even more:

Locate the drawer that is largest in your dresser. This drawer is the best one for dumping unwanted things you will never use again. However, you don’t want to live entirely from this one drawer. For example, if you place a tower of clothes of different hues, go ahead and place some of the accessories in this container.

  1. If the drawer remains empty to clear up more space and prevent unnecessary clutter, it’s time to put your lingerie and swimwear inside here too!
  2. Plus, you can always use it for keeping items you don’t have time to use or wear anymore (for example, old underwear).
  3. Move closet items around to make more of an order and easy to find.
  4. Keep your accessories organized at the same time. Some items are better stored in drawers, while others can be hung on closet hangers or placed in decorative baskets.
  5. If you don’t want to store anything in the dresser, you can use it as a table or desk for your laptop, studies, and other work-related things.
  6. Removing clutter will also make room for storing more objects in its place (for example, a large makeup kit).
  7. Be sure to remove dust from all surfaces of your dresser before stashing things inside it!
  8. Make sure the drawers are evenly spaced apart. This idea will prevent your stuff from falling out of one drawer and getting lost forever!
  9. Finally, to make the dresser more attractive and functional, you can paint it a great color like orange or pink!

Conclusion:

These are ten small drawers and clever clothing organizations.
Remember, you should always use your dresser with dignity and respect. A spacious, clear, clean dresser is the key to a beautiful room and happy life.
If you want more ideas on how to organize your closet more effectively, you can try:

  • No 1. Help your wardrobe stay organized by observing your bedroom condition and then designating the best location for hanging clothing items.
  • No 2. Clear out your closet and then divide it into categories. This idea is a very useful task to help you get more organized.
  • No 3. It’s time to clean your dresser and add new items, like books or decorative accessories!
  • No 4. It’s a good idea to incorporate a furniture organization system into the bedroom! This idea will help your bedroom stay organized and improve its look!
  • No 5. You can try using different types of hangers in this case! For example, spring-loaded hangers are perfect for hanging tops, sweaters, and blouses, while wooden ones will work great for pants and jeans.
  • No 6. Also, don’t forget to use the closet floor for stashing shoes!
  • No 7. You can also invest in some type of storage box, perfect for storing lightweight items, like socks or underwear. You can also use a mesh bag!
  • No 8. Don’t forget to utilize any corners and edges in your bedroom. Why not design a small shelf, table, or cabinet with these locations?
  • No 9. Now, it’s time to get rid of unused clothing items. Don’t you think this is a perfect idea for someone who doesn’t want to stay organized anymore?
  • No 10. Last but not least, you should try to organize your clothing items by category or use or place an organizer in your dresser to keep everything together and easy to find!. This way is much easier and more convenient!

Here is the end of the list. We hope you get some inspiration and start to work on solving the problem. Best luck!

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