Halloween Party Favor and Treat Bag 2012 Ideas from HGTV

Send Halloween guests home with one of these adorable party favors or treat bags. Our free printable labels, embellishments and photo booth accessories will make it a snap to throw a kid-pleasing monster mash.<br /><ul class="article-info clrfix" sizcache="54" sizset="321"><li class="byline" sizcache="54" sizset="321"><cite sizcache="54" sizset="321">By Kim Stoegbauer; Photography by Vicki Lynn Photography</cite></li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJAA9U4IPluHcTUxRTNIiKP8gEAG0YILNIUNr7YaXaMfAoS8v9nRqQcGcNEY4mK2otvrkVhay_IM1BFrX_8Y33ZBDLaququG3V8cys2O_h0FAOghiXc7i_LMMpOY3EwFy-N7Gt7unCm7EP/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-15.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJAA9U4IPluHcTUxRTNIiKP8gEAG0YILNIUNr7YaXaMfAoS8v9nRqQcGcNEY4mK2otvrkVhay_IM1BFrX_8Y33ZBDLaququG3V8cys2O_h0FAOghiXc7i_LMMpOY3EwFy-N7Gt7unCm7EP/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-15.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Indulge Their Sweet Tooth</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Kids love lollipops, especially old-fashioned swirly ones. To make these easy party favors, remove original packaging and pop the lollipops into clear cellophane bags. Tie a bow to close each bag, then finish with a printed and punched tag design, template attached below.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfU2LhXlulLF_mGy1OK8ozSw99M0PcymdMtlD7c7Ff8Njir5y90R78dRip8sBblqbOl_1lTU9J6jKjzENGJ2zgPDBRSDGKh70eK9vTwxhOktZ95tuOX49jsAu9ta9QwYMPyfPXDj_6tQnQ/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfU2LhXlulLF_mGy1OK8ozSw99M0PcymdMtlD7c7Ff8Njir5y90R78dRip8sBblqbOl_1lTU9J6jKjzENGJ2zgPDBRSDGKh70eK9vTwxhOktZ95tuOX49jsAu9ta9QwYMPyfPXDj_6tQnQ/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-14.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Thank Them for "Popping" By </span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">With so much candy around at Halloween parties, a salty snack will hit the spot. Whip up some homemade kettle-popped corn or one of our popcorn recipes below and place in scallop-edged cups. Embellish with dimensional scrapbooking stickers (found at craft stores) or one of our free printables. If you're sending a cup home with your party guests, wrap it in cellophane and tie with ribbon so the popcorn will stay fresh.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBhG_F_BWdFor_F4vDTVuKNrddtBe74j9tZy1dzd9j0GLNxM3VPtgVdijLtdHbPoaOdFTX_7JhX9wyPAuSSOIOtfdztW9BnhaevPKZv6h21ZaZMSMw_WsGHT0R249cTuK6IBAG3wcf-cYH/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBhG_F_BWdFor_F4vDTVuKNrddtBe74j9tZy1dzd9j0GLNxM3VPtgVdijLtdHbPoaOdFTX_7JhX9wyPAuSSOIOtfdztW9BnhaevPKZv6h21ZaZMSMw_WsGHT0R249cTuK6IBAG3wcf-cYH/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-13.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Go a Little Batty </span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Easily turn wooden clothespins into cute Halloween bag clips. Download our bat-shaped template, print it onto card stock, cut out, then attach it to the clothespin with hot glue or double-sided tape. Fill a clear bag with Halloween candy or gumballs and attach the clip for a fun favor</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkl_pktw_l_BPdPF_BxEPp8Bj9vlCYw0Izx_o96y6_MFRgMGt9mTBfp0QNM_dKvaujUAyeAhyphenhyphenzVk9NMK1LwCH9rTI6nySHXoHdOHuqAd4LSfLbqln4Rtgj-HXpbeKeD0I8-WjWfz28qFNO/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkl_pktw_l_BPdPF_BxEPp8Bj9vlCYw0Izx_o96y6_MFRgMGt9mTBfp0QNM_dKvaujUAyeAhyphenhyphenzVk9NMK1LwCH9rTI6nySHXoHdOHuqAd4LSfLbqln4Rtgj-HXpbeKeD0I8-WjWfz28qFNO/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-12.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Cupcakes To Go </span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Everyone loves cupcakes, especially kids! Place cupcakes in paper or plastic bowls and wrap with cellophane for a portable container they can take with them. Add one of our free printable Halloween tags to dress it up.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoxcPHsO3o3Gns9Hd_XCI8uZeYygLqB7US6gVM24yLJB1xiFTMEWavCHcJVfaPX6Gtnm_OGPl5MM25KWUeZuLvg4zqOj_6LulXCpT2TG6o6N8WCg40iKLkTr7RzR3S2N8osBjETljj424u/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoxcPHsO3o3Gns9Hd_XCI8uZeYygLqB7US6gVM24yLJB1xiFTMEWavCHcJVfaPX6Gtnm_OGPl5MM25KWUeZuLvg4zqOj_6LulXCpT2TG6o6N8WCg40iKLkTr7RzR3S2N8osBjETljj424u/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-11.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;"></span> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Follow the Ball </span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This classic game with a Halloween twist is sure to provide tons of fun for the kids. Give each child a set of three white paper bowls with "eyes" made by hole-punching black paper and attaching the punched dots with glue. Give kids a gumball and show them how to play the game with a partner by hiding the gumball under one of the ghosts, moving the ghosts around and having his/her partner guess which ghost has the gumball.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhONXwjalD-rVBD6KwQwnIec-1INSeFQ8j9s-LXQDBeezldCFCaj1tkdVix9Fk6ttTAL_xZy0ebw-JV6hyX3kShoAeI__tscx3XOr0bXg7q4w9Op0Sy8GX7xmohc2a8CsPtcANhrKKtugk8/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhONXwjalD-rVBD6KwQwnIec-1INSeFQ8j9s-LXQDBeezldCFCaj1tkdVix9Fk6ttTAL_xZy0ebw-JV6hyX3kShoAeI__tscx3XOr0bXg7q4w9Op0Sy8GX7xmohc2a8CsPtcANhrKKtugk8/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-10.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Candy Favor Boxes </span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Premade Halloween boxes are a quick-and-easy option to fill with candy or small toys. Embellished with one of our printable tag designs, party guests or trick or treaters will be excited to open them to see what's inside.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJI-HsgBgFfz42i1KmuWL7X090uxeTk28xNGmLZSnVCVLweN1oWzFPeQmvG9CisBDNfxa_G0m2fwaQEYYwE5dmlPLtdSz7On32a8NO5kNdyi28KpgvPdslDVp5P5oGFSskJtnO-nyllXqp/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJI-HsgBgFfz42i1KmuWL7X090uxeTk28xNGmLZSnVCVLweN1oWzFPeQmvG9CisBDNfxa_G0m2fwaQEYYwE5dmlPLtdSz7On32a8NO5kNdyi28KpgvPdslDVp5P5oGFSskJtnO-nyllXqp/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-9.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Put Chocolate Under Wraps</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Kids love candy bars after all, who doesn't? For a super simple party favor, use one of our printable wrapper designs to dress up a classic candy bar to match the party decor. Just print the template onto standard copier paper, then cut out the design and use double-sided tape to attach the Halloween wrapper to a chocolate bar.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhxd1M63RG8jKt5kMWEhz8ApTYDem0BBiC79rqwmBdFy7dbGKR-iFkuIOuMXh4lvXgBD9h0j2vC31NBHm-aK0JhyphenhyphenxdSRkNDYjiWGbn2vhD48UkASNKj7dvQvyULxfD5daHO_19_MpEW3ks/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-8.jpg" width="480" /> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Candy-Corn-Colored Gumball Necklace </span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">All you need to make this sweet necklace is gumballs, ribbon and a few tools. Use a skewer to puncture each gumball, one side at a time. Thread ribbon through a large needle and slide through gumball, tying a knot between each as you go. Add a ribbon bow for a little extra finishing touch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZUb9owF_WvJCJ0A_GErZDT9F1g7eZo2PVxKEenlb7__hl0GSeiAhp_cHEytLK-fV9cO_hBf9U8r1KRTYiyy_rldD5ulyGEDY6T9HBKL8P-sflZCjD4P8ZPCYB7aGdJfCJCuAmDYLNWT22/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZUb9owF_WvJCJ0A_GErZDT9F1g7eZo2PVxKEenlb7__hl0GSeiAhp_cHEytLK-fV9cO_hBf9U8r1KRTYiyy_rldD5ulyGEDY6T9HBKL8P-sflZCjD4P8ZPCYB7aGdJfCJCuAmDYLNWT22/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-7.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Spooktacular Sodas</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Being a party guest is thirsty work, and what kid could resist these dressed-up soda bottles? Chill sodas prior to the party and embellish right before it starts with our printable black-and-white striped paper and a punched tag. Tie on a straw with twine; open bottles if guests will be enjoying them during the party, or leave the caps on if they'll be taking them home as a favor.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFra-Y60izeDFwZw89O7E_8h9krGPwXRsnb43LbuQC9-Lu7U08Ub1Jr9zHG4cPk-DGe6yGQD0LNxOr6WU6BblXPtXs92pYgAGNbOMr110hjVi2efeuuZbl8RNhgnDCxsMiUi1UOThGFO2p/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFra-Y60izeDFwZw89O7E_8h9krGPwXRsnb43LbuQC9-Lu7U08Ub1Jr9zHG4cPk-DGe6yGQD0LNxOr6WU6BblXPtXs92pYgAGNbOMr110hjVi2efeuuZbl8RNhgnDCxsMiUi1UOThGFO2p/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-6.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;"><strong></strong></span> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Rock Star Kids love rock candy sticks.</strong></span> </div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Place them by the door and they won't be able to resist taking one for the road as they leave the party. To add a little embellishment, cut strips from our printable black-and-white striped paper, attach with double-sided tape and cut into a flag shape. Display on a white platter so the colors pop. </div><div align="center" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRgj4Ixh7Rxmzw-NUzeeUUOEhPT2_PbiEgWPDnTTKcajcjvxQDz9laHGcWgD0w86YW6I3qPFc2uPbXNEpiYzlooQKQpEY3GeTWXhD_vsNceDG3pBhlyJ541ThOexkbUxL9Y31MPDthurEs/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRgj4Ixh7Rxmzw-NUzeeUUOEhPT2_PbiEgWPDnTTKcajcjvxQDz9laHGcWgD0w86YW6I3qPFc2uPbXNEpiYzlooQKQpEY3GeTWXhD_vsNceDG3pBhlyJ541ThOexkbUxL9Y31MPDthurEs/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-5.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Mason Jar Favors </span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Mason jars are everywhere these days and they're a great, affordable party favor. For Halloween, fill with white candy to make a ghost or orange candy to make a pumpkin. Top with a circle cut from our printable black-and-white striped paper and replace the lid. Use decals or stickers to create the ghost or pumpkin face. Tie on one of our printable tags with twine to complete the look.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY429uVFjDTJtQTcwfTB0vouxXGu9sbvQQLCboudu2jSbegLKPWcCiaee62Snocx7QEueythT9lmJScvQsQF2DLhq55tiMBV4RCdL1eNl-bjfif43L5jD-eaGXrdGGBg54zs0jztsdvUJf/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY429uVFjDTJtQTcwfTB0vouxXGu9sbvQQLCboudu2jSbegLKPWcCiaee62Snocx7QEueythT9lmJScvQsQF2DLhq55tiMBV4RCdL1eNl-bjfif43L5jD-eaGXrdGGBg54zs0jztsdvUJf/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-4.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Them Bones, Them Bones</span> </span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Mini candy bones give these marshmallow treats a crunchy texture kids love. To create them, skewer a regular-sized marshmallow onto a 6-inch lollipop stick. Dip into melted chocolate and, while the chocolate is still warm, roll in candy bones. For perfect presentation, display in small cupcake liners and top each stick with a little black bow. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-PhgZhp9bp-R-jJWPvsCFWnqCmjYt8wjC6t0Z0rlbeHgfzxugARgI8VfDUtfqEAdKfUcGDXOYO5qGwJ5WqJN0LnFqP192CtQnApph2Y3Z162G3sRgp5tPnqnOctaeseI3gsZ16E6od0gX/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-PhgZhp9bp-R-jJWPvsCFWnqCmjYt8wjC6t0Z0rlbeHgfzxugARgI8VfDUtfqEAdKfUcGDXOYO5qGwJ5WqJN0LnFqP192CtQnApph2Y3Z162G3sRgp5tPnqnOctaeseI3gsZ16E6od0gX/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-3.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Trick-or-Treat Tubes</span> </h2><div style="text-align: center;">These clear tubes are turning up at parties everywhere not only because they're adorable, but because they're so easy! Just fill with candy or gumballs and top with a printable Halloween flag design. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8qwul6JvONHIgmzxIpgiXC9l-VqvdusndhZgVfXrqQ7KGUT-Cn2NWEkUpEORB5xy6oKHOuQp35zxCA4lryAwv28Tanm4h9sbzzjsptvKXxZ828mp2pllN8FKaBW47mShqT1slDnVbdM9A/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8qwul6JvONHIgmzxIpgiXC9l-VqvdusndhZgVfXrqQ7KGUT-Cn2NWEkUpEORB5xy6oKHOuQp35zxCA4lryAwv28Tanm4h9sbzzjsptvKXxZ828mp2pllN8FKaBW47mShqT1slDnVbdM9A/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas-2.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Cookie Monster</span> </h2><div style="text-align: center;">Another simple idea is to send your guests home with a sweetly packaged cookie. Whether you bake them at home or purchase them at the bakery, kids will be happy to have a sweet treat to enjoy after the party. Place cookies in Halloween-themed bags, wrap in twine and attach a printable Halloween tag.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN8yURQRsByvobVfSyBBpB1uUUXLZXkpTMMzj86ib6KHYyb98t8U1QFMwLazfbE4sgGLsWmMHCsyh3bV23f3SRX-UPI7XHpruFoRBX3FzqaRT-w7vDtOPhf42kZPrtVdI1bQffc6KVROTU/s1600/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN8yURQRsByvobVfSyBBpB1uUUXLZXkpTMMzj86ib6KHYyb98t8U1QFMwLazfbE4sgGLsWmMHCsyh3bV23f3SRX-UPI7XHpruFoRBX3FzqaRT-w7vDtOPhf42kZPrtVdI1bQffc6KVROTU/s640/Halloween-Party-Favor-Treat-Bag-2013-Ideas.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Halloween Linen Sacks</span> </span></h2><div style="text-align: center;">These small linen sacks came pre-printed with their Halloween designs, but you could easily dress up plain sacks with foam stamps or a stencil and craft paint. Fill with candy and toys for the party guests to take home</div>

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DIY Curtains and Shades 2013 Ideas

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Do-it-yourself curtains and drapes are easier to make than you might think. With a little bit of fabric, a staple gun and some creativity, you can fashion an interesting look for your home.<br />These projects can all be done without making a single stitch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUqmyLYJxpqSoGi_X7DHYOqYh1G5HmtbNwQ-QbSsxnM3HwY4PF17dh13d5r-d8U8rCj3cmfHvMx-ew2Y1Oc0XKt0VF4vK5bkM49J0zu7lHxeDSIw_JhHOOBrLjKxWQ5flyk5QkGg2ftcLz/s1600/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUqmyLYJxpqSoGi_X7DHYOqYh1G5HmtbNwQ-QbSsxnM3HwY4PF17dh13d5r-d8U8rCj3cmfHvMx-ew2Y1Oc0XKt0VF4vK5bkM49J0zu7lHxeDSIw_JhHOOBrLjKxWQ5flyk5QkGg2ftcLz/s640/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-9.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong>Napkin Cafe Curtains</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Turn patterned cloth napkins into a kicky pair of curtains by joining their edges with jeans rivets spaced every 2 inches. Then add large grommets or rivets along the tops of the panels and thread onto a curtain rod. You can buy rivet and grommet kits at fabric stores. To install, cut a small hole in the fabric, insert both pieces of the rivet or grommet, and use the tool that comes in the kit to press them together.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB30FlUXvx9mpj3BOl1Zz3HK3XkacC8wpgjtotDt6xwwD8GpZjHTM_fuEIV0hcXrdxq9UQgqxIgUF9RuDepJw6bpb_-n1MegoYaFYkOlejFTeq9mWPBdtJZ1_cbXKarecDR0f4B2dZAVit/s1600/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB30FlUXvx9mpj3BOl1Zz3HK3XkacC8wpgjtotDt6xwwD8GpZjHTM_fuEIV0hcXrdxq9UQgqxIgUF9RuDepJw6bpb_-n1MegoYaFYkOlejFTeq9mWPBdtJZ1_cbXKarecDR0f4B2dZAVit/s640/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-8.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong>Towel Window Treatment</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Use kicky kitchen dish towels for fun window treatments. Simply clip drapery hooks to the top edge of a dishtowel and hang from a cafe curtain rod. The towels are easy to remove for washing and can also be changed out seasonally. Plus, when you've decided to move on to a different window treatment, the towels can be used for their original purpose of drying dishes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8Rr0NBPA1C7iXpksygpA6NB7nnjRX04h-dNVs2ixU0DvTKXrAtNsg0SC6rN9gSQkt-Jikper8xFJNV4An8qqiSnt97_pU0WAJWR0aM2I0aKiTLZYLeUU4iMgpFxEYSw-DWYBJPApsU8B8/s1600/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8Rr0NBPA1C7iXpksygpA6NB7nnjRX04h-dNVs2ixU0DvTKXrAtNsg0SC6rN9gSQkt-Jikper8xFJNV4An8qqiSnt97_pU0WAJWR0aM2I0aKiTLZYLeUU4iMgpFxEYSw-DWYBJPApsU8B8/s640/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-7.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong>Buttoned Up</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">The buttons and burlap that jazz up these plain white tab-top cafe curtains come right off when it's time to wash them. That's because the buttons are attached with magnets rather than sewn on. Tie hemp cord through each button, then glue a magnet onto the back. Cut burlap into a strip 1-1/2 inches wide and pull off a few of the long threads to fringe the edge. Lay the burlap on top of the curtain and hold it in place with a magnetic button at each tab.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidAC7bGJ0ga1CPIELzdIlm4kRnCJPBL8PQeg3D8altI3UeWfRPJXDGNeYjitP82HwXLPhqvnKZDZQykY7PMbJLnyuvDLvwMktIucL-ep2Q146G47OnB0fd9wUGPsdk6g5QjJAYpmetAKG9/s1600/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidAC7bGJ0ga1CPIELzdIlm4kRnCJPBL8PQeg3D8altI3UeWfRPJXDGNeYjitP82HwXLPhqvnKZDZQykY7PMbJLnyuvDLvwMktIucL-ep2Q146G47OnB0fd9wUGPsdk6g5QjJAYpmetAKG9/s640/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-6.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong>Trimmed Tablecloths</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Romance a window with a pretty curtain made from a tablecloth. Look for a square or rectangular one with tassels, ruffles, or scallops they'll add instant detail that you don't have to sew on. Cut the tablecloth into two panels. (A 60-inch square cloth is handy because you can just cut it in half.) Hem the cut edges with iron-on seam tape, and hang with drapery clips.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEoQ2eca0JfxTOnVodleYCur6_k4dTu3Vm88AqT2Ig-kUKTyeMbejDfQp9GZ2JJtVtGsw72cAsvhNGBXW3TC-GS6oz81QFf8UxwxJ7O2Vc42a7KR6nWLadcW49Iobxz33IKzy_Pg-3I3qf/s1600/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEoQ2eca0JfxTOnVodleYCur6_k4dTu3Vm88AqT2Ig-kUKTyeMbejDfQp9GZ2JJtVtGsw72cAsvhNGBXW3TC-GS6oz81QFf8UxwxJ7O2Vc42a7KR6nWLadcW49Iobxz33IKzy_Pg-3I3qf/s640/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-5.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong>Wrapped Windows</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Made from shawls found for $8 each, these panels are an inexpensive alternative to custom window treatments. Cut away the fringe from one end of each shawl and hot-glue decorative trim along the raw end. Hang from clip rings.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyRYIUUlVQqdzx-5CdXJsEK-E85ggNJpuD7exhsCyICaEBOoF-1mAZEqe3w-vsDaB0xFBvlbJZui8S8OrzI1pqkJJKmT8sxzkOzU9iXlEuqFIbw3hPe8zLTFdWHx4owOE2qfHmxZA82ucA/s1600/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyRYIUUlVQqdzx-5CdXJsEK-E85ggNJpuD7exhsCyICaEBOoF-1mAZEqe3w-vsDaB0xFBvlbJZui8S8OrzI1pqkJJKmT8sxzkOzU9iXlEuqFIbw3hPe8zLTFdWHx4owOE2qfHmxZA82ucA/s640/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-4.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><strong><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"></span></strong></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><strong><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;">Floor-Length Tab-Top Panels</span></strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Velvet ribbon in three sherbet shades turns plain white tab-top curtains into an elegant treatment. To create the look, lay out the panels and attach horizontal bands of ribbon with fabric glue. To make the ties at the top, cut the tabs off, then cut six evenly placed, 1-inch horizontal slits across each panel. Finish by cutting V shapes out of the ends of each tie.</div><b></b><br /><b><span style="color: orange;">Tip:</span></b> Washable fabric glue will be strong enough to withstand a washing machine and will remain clear and flexible.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4wzCJAKiohCQPTgwm9cYH2wkn4UfnhZ8ZIjHZDuCTfVyGynNqNKXlxdqf5zXZ972lYK-fkugppRPMiQQ8VuqgL5l9Lto-z-9FkxSh-cL6vk26WfC1KSC2EAx9aBy6XxChlYbh0yxS2NPY/s1600/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4wzCJAKiohCQPTgwm9cYH2wkn4UfnhZ8ZIjHZDuCTfVyGynNqNKXlxdqf5zXZ972lYK-fkugppRPMiQQ8VuqgL5l9Lto-z-9FkxSh-cL6vk26WfC1KSC2EAx9aBy6XxChlYbh0yxS2NPY/s640/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-3.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong>Rickrack Panels</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Add drama to a room by hanging tab-top panels embellished with a grid of ribbon and rickrack. Choosing natural colors and textures keeps the boldness of the pattern in check. Measure carefully and plan ahead for proper ribbon placement. Each X design extends from side to side and repeats three times from top to bottom. Glue down all the caramel-color ribbon first, then center and glue on lengths of lime green rickrack. Finish by gluing a large button at each intersection. For a nicely finished edge, cut the ribbon 1 inch longer than needed, wrap it around the edge of the curtain, and glue it on the back. Finish the look with a button of your choice. We chose a wooden button to complement the caramel-color ribbon.</div><b></b><br /><b><span style="color: orange;">Tip:</span> </b>Before adding embellishments, first press the draperies to remove all wrinkles and creases. Accurate positioning of ribbons and trims will be easier on a smooth surface.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbywIoupriryBXhCIPgHLcONcpi8U4Qof86C6_-pqDCRKRHcjvQate55iC3TFGJa946NH-Ubn60XGrIZbBlDt1_8eeH7K-ORO8LhcavnXzbl5kW6ocKseh7ENATNdsVi_eGWJ-BuyFXHOO/s1600/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbywIoupriryBXhCIPgHLcONcpi8U4Qof86C6_-pqDCRKRHcjvQate55iC3TFGJa946NH-Ubn60XGrIZbBlDt1_8eeH7K-ORO8LhcavnXzbl5kW6ocKseh7ENATNdsVi_eGWJ-BuyFXHOO/s640/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas-2.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong>Ribboned Romans</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Confining the embellishment to the edges of this Roman shade keeps the look clean. As the shade is raised, the ribboned edges fall into graceful pleats. We combined several different widths and colors of ribbon. After planning the design, stretch the shade out on a flat surface and glue the ribbons around the outside edges one layer at a time. Allow the ribbons to extend an inch beyond the shade width so they can be folded over and glued to the back for a finished look.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2GL8in0d9a_UpCZQhBU0XLBlpdpNfQJUqTqMAb7oeyJK8pRwEJjeVWb4pgKECcrmMekF0PlI1ZrMvowI5tm6rdRoe6fT4fV8yEm94laG3URkMWOjstDCtUUKtj_P4O7g28jNM_JA4vV6U/s1600/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2GL8in0d9a_UpCZQhBU0XLBlpdpNfQJUqTqMAb7oeyJK8pRwEJjeVWb4pgKECcrmMekF0PlI1ZrMvowI5tm6rdRoe6fT4fV8yEm94laG3URkMWOjstDCtUUKtj_P4O7g28jNM_JA4vV6U/s640/DIY-Curtains-and-Shades-2013-Ideas.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><strong>Stenciled Curtain Panels</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Dress up purchased panels with a fun stencil. Lay a panel out flat, with kraft paper underneath it to absorb extra paint. Place the stencil on the panel and use fabric paint to paint on the design.</div>

DIY Curtains and Shades 2013 Ideas

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Easy Organizing Tips for Closets 2013 Ideas

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Closets are valuable storage space. Make your closet work harder with a clear organization strategy and the right tools from modular closet storage systems to the simplest of shelves and bins. Check out this ideas that can be adapted to any closet space.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilpr8LK9_FI7Zud8r7uPUkjvPuYlunUJPxE5Jer_1bns-LpiHfo-XcCH3EOS_CxivS9MnMgSDoIWR4OX_48Jt-bQ-H1eFxoSr8y4kzs9kVAzOWXkq3ywwRPcIwwyOZeXhnKAqHPW4_-ts2/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilpr8LK9_FI7Zud8r7uPUkjvPuYlunUJPxE5Jer_1bns-LpiHfo-XcCH3EOS_CxivS9MnMgSDoIWR4OX_48Jt-bQ-H1eFxoSr8y4kzs9kVAzOWXkq3ywwRPcIwwyOZeXhnKAqHPW4_-ts2/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-14.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Strategy: Folding Clothes</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you prefer to fold your clothes or have a lot of clothing that is best stored folded, Meryl Starr, a professional organizer in New York and author of <i>The Organizing Workbook</i>, recommends these tips for folding clothes within your closet.</span></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1- Shelves should be about 12 inches deep, roughly the depth of a stack of clothes. You don't want a lot of wasted space in front or behind.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2- Ventilated shelves promote airflow around folded clothes, which cuts down on the possibility of mold, mildew, and pests.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3- Group like with like (jeans with jeans, etc.). Same-size items stack more neatly. Put clothes you use most in the center at eye level.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">4- Don't stack higher than about a foot, and leave at least 6 inches between the top of the stack and the next shelf for easy reaching in.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">5- Add drawers to collect smaller items. If you don't have drawers, use a basket or two. Position drawers below eye level so it's easy to peer in.</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKo6Qu-sS_KoyAl7GZ_5Vd64qOv7VQGNwBFMG5Yw9J361XB3NrI0EvF32wPr0-MoMr8fDrLEZ5j-sqchMR_xi0O9-c4KBi__udRAZ71bX9nC5iglZJmBvsbuksiGA7zye8GgpgqflTLzxU/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKo6Qu-sS_KoyAl7GZ_5Vd64qOv7VQGNwBFMG5Yw9J361XB3NrI0EvF32wPr0-MoMr8fDrLEZ5j-sqchMR_xi0O9-c4KBi__udRAZ71bX9nC5iglZJmBvsbuksiGA7zye8GgpgqflTLzxU/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-13.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Strategy: Hanging Clothes</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hanging up clothing inside a closet is an easy way to keep clothing organized, especially if you have a lot of dress clothes, suits, or dresses. Lorie Marrero, creator of The Clutter Diet online program, recommends these tips:</span></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1- For the double-hang area, put the shortest clothes on the top rod and hang the bottom one as high as possible under them. Use space freed up near the floor for a shoe rack or storage bins.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2- Organize garments by category and separate with hanging labels; the more specific the categories the better. For example, subdivide your shirts into short- and long-sleeve, or casual and dressy. Bonus points: Organize by color within a category.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3- Keep shoes, purses, and jewelry in hanging organizers there are dozens on the market so you can see them alongside your clothes.</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXU_psGFI5JXmERwAPSPY7o8_KsRuvCyep2HknA02nRrTlKUxp-KcOGqCe9Z89urYceuKE2gLpvsR9gfAYzb8MmozUBtH_J9Mf0aszeNMxcW7sNpODwGbQp4kdYkQ69JSZ6uOB6_ZgzNxc/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXU_psGFI5JXmERwAPSPY7o8_KsRuvCyep2HknA02nRrTlKUxp-KcOGqCe9Z89urYceuKE2gLpvsR9gfAYzb8MmozUBtH_J9Mf0aszeNMxcW7sNpODwGbQp4kdYkQ69JSZ6uOB6_ZgzNxc/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-12.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Strategy: Storage for Shoes</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you love shoes and deciding how to store them is your main closet woe, try these tips from John Trosko, a professional organizer and co-author of The Experts’ Guide to Doing Things Faster.</span></div><em></em><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1- Slim shoes, such as flats and flip-flops, can be stored two to a cubby. Use spare slots for belts, scarves, and clutches.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2- Drawers give the closet a polished, built-in look, plus handy closet door storage for folded clothes. Bulky items like sweaters and purses can go on the open shelves.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3- Eke out another sliver of storage by putting a shallow basket on the shelf below the top row of hanging clothes. Use it for things that fold up small, such as tights, T’s, or socks</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRxODINImYsXr51kYxGlsLqfU_F3T1a9ikUtflgMAkyqCbI31dqNHj_i10NhwK1T6osbxHu6jezkn-XOt6-Y2qFK9Iq-8TlRCg_Hym3kQrsRHatRPqWajV0tMHPq78DLMxwSfzUTDrH6QL/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRxODINImYsXr51kYxGlsLqfU_F3T1a9ikUtflgMAkyqCbI31dqNHj_i10NhwK1T6osbxHu6jezkn-XOt6-Y2qFK9Iq-8TlRCg_Hym3kQrsRHatRPqWajV0tMHPq78DLMxwSfzUTDrH6QL/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-11.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Planning: Clean Up & Clear Out</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Plan a </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">closet</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> makeover by measuring your current closet to determine hanging requirements and storage needs. Next, you'll need to clear everything out of the closet so the new system can be installed. This is a good time to go through items you can no longer use and donate them to charity.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifJTUEBzYQ74Oo1SKixsSBvIbe2f-5CkZt4zitjwgACeMjEYlCZn7cElmSDV_UPrdqY7G923vkZ2CCVRl8eR-KR1weR7qwe_JPrF8vrdfNLESz6SOqeiaRvqvMxT4q8cehqV_cRUsPY5Ad/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifJTUEBzYQ74Oo1SKixsSBvIbe2f-5CkZt4zitjwgACeMjEYlCZn7cElmSDV_UPrdqY7G923vkZ2CCVRl8eR-KR1weR7qwe_JPrF8vrdfNLESz6SOqeiaRvqvMxT4q8cehqV_cRUsPY5Ad/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-10.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Planning: Shelf It</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You might think the more shelves, the better but this is not always true. The shelves themselves take up inches of precious storage space, and too many of them can make it difficult to stack or remove items. It's best to design shelves that will fit the various items you have to store.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA-c6KvcUSwrBMFPXF7dwcIW8YcUn82-kmQUe2oh8M3X-YhS9BgvYVPQpkovKTHNIqZvjt7GJJiSNhdrOu189-jnguCZf7fbwWNxyjbyr8EpyAeueplpnQHAZuK1t1FS_UN3Thj5pH2z4v/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA-c6KvcUSwrBMFPXF7dwcIW8YcUn82-kmQUe2oh8M3X-YhS9BgvYVPQpkovKTHNIqZvjt7GJJiSNhdrOu189-jnguCZf7fbwWNxyjbyr8EpyAeueplpnQHAZuK1t1FS_UN3Thj5pH2z4v/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-9.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Planning: Shoe Solution</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If shoes flood your closet floor, develop a smart strategy for storing them. Keep the shoes you wear all the time accessible on shelves if you have room. Store seasonal and special occasion shoes in easy to see clear plastic boxes on the top shelf of your closet. Or simply reuse the original box and attach a picture of the shoes to the front of the box.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXpZj6RTHwE4S0r8Oaoa0Y_V-5TO9oMxi_kn5bp1WBs8zqWCIhjKrhowg4YokN-NvEJgBkMApGsdMzaaXiLmOBNmpy88ofGUXjDW6C78GJ3U16ntScTmFmvQwYsxxlsbEs2BQtSqbYCw0B/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXpZj6RTHwE4S0r8Oaoa0Y_V-5TO9oMxi_kn5bp1WBs8zqWCIhjKrhowg4YokN-NvEJgBkMApGsdMzaaXiLmOBNmpy88ofGUXjDW6C78GJ3U16ntScTmFmvQwYsxxlsbEs2BQtSqbYCw0B/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-8.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Planning: Space Management</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If your bedroom is small, consider placing your dresser inside the closet. You can install shelving above it and still maximize the vertical space a closet has to offer.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCt04p_G4ITquSgWLAANzXjS89wpYumySFeuQrQI2kcVOkrrsenedVYeumvCFwsScPeT1rt45GkWNL6XN1zLjDmPbAuaNJ365qsclS8seuF1n3FISCsmRotY9wcDGfOpiwNfeMczX0rtT6/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCt04p_G4ITquSgWLAANzXjS89wpYumySFeuQrQI2kcVOkrrsenedVYeumvCFwsScPeT1rt45GkWNL6XN1zLjDmPbAuaNJ365qsclS8seuF1n3FISCsmRotY9wcDGfOpiwNfeMczX0rtT6/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-7.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Planning: Closet for Two</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Whether it's for kids or for a his-and-hers, a shared closet works best when territories are clearly defined. Place a tower of drawers in the middle of a reach in closet, which will give each closet occupant their own side of the closet. Assign drawers to each person to achieve shared closet bliss.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMoTm5ITnpeK9jE2PQ-XRfTnrvSBBOvmwcW79PlxxSbUuPbPMLl01aqCtJJE806WQyzW2JqsSwY15Lg16XECn8LCDMdYB7vd8muwOV06cW4C9q2sSh4M8HoI14__MwWCLwercCtYSXu_0m/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMoTm5ITnpeK9jE2PQ-XRfTnrvSBBOvmwcW79PlxxSbUuPbPMLl01aqCtJJE806WQyzW2JqsSwY15Lg16XECn8LCDMdYB7vd8muwOV06cW4C9q2sSh4M8HoI14__MwWCLwercCtYSXu_0m/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-6.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Features: Closet Cubbies</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Organize your own closet or a child's with a combination of double-hanging rods, drawers, and shelves. Drawers corral small items such as socks while cubbies hold folded items. Upper shelves can store out of season shoes and clothing in clear bins with lids.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOEb7HkWeN3qb5ezahaOTm_krkweMpj1JrdbMOorCQ9KgT7knl2s-SchtZaZHsB8mPODSCw4uDkMSSfUMyYajEAyi_jC_hjJnPyA7Uwt6_MZawFXt89qlTRxJ998R62zlog9fJixrKgbFM/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOEb7HkWeN3qb5ezahaOTm_krkweMpj1JrdbMOorCQ9KgT7knl2s-SchtZaZHsB8mPODSCw4uDkMSSfUMyYajEAyi_jC_hjJnPyA7Uwt6_MZawFXt89qlTRxJ998R62zlog9fJixrKgbFM/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-5.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Features: Slanted Shoe Rack</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Storing shoes on slanted shelves makes it easier to see the shelf contents. Before installing slanted shelves, consider how many pairs of shoes you need to store and about what size they are. Ankle boots will need more height than flats. You might want to space the shelves differently, or decide on a set spacing based on the height of your tallest shoes. If you have a lot of tall boots, consider storing them elsewhere, such as beneath a hanging rod. Look for inserts that will help boot shafts stay upright at organizational stores.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM9ZJYpUiuvuChS-mFt5mNBybwNdHTFjY1U3b_9ntkbc3R40DXFDvKB1VjZimnQK0Oam_NfPJI6teHJrOnxXAscPBe28tp-bID3QHFgnoT0hkdG4aBnOeIjRGJH4BOY3bi9WJOjww1p2J7/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM9ZJYpUiuvuChS-mFt5mNBybwNdHTFjY1U3b_9ntkbc3R40DXFDvKB1VjZimnQK0Oam_NfPJI6teHJrOnxXAscPBe28tp-bID3QHFgnoT0hkdG4aBnOeIjRGJH4BOY3bi9WJOjww1p2J7/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-4.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Features: Built-In Drawers</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Consider built-in drawers for storing sweaters, undergarments, and accessories. Shorter drawers might only store a stack of four T-shirts or two sweaters, which is beneficial because you don’t have to dig through a large stack to find what you’re looking for, but a series of shorter drawers might not offer the same amount of </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">storage</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> space as larger, taller drawers. When you have more drawers, it means you need to have more space for the tracks and other drawer hardware.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy3kdc3TN6TwEQ9ZnO_D5g4pNEO0PDpafvXbmCKnB-Uyqurcw-SUyWXhqZkUYrIo1w3ub9nr-m5GhynbtPEGULXV0qLFGznlmdmK41QOc1XzCF0Vif71ZoJFpQh8oQSa9Jet2JUZVdFg7J/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy3kdc3TN6TwEQ9ZnO_D5g4pNEO0PDpafvXbmCKnB-Uyqurcw-SUyWXhqZkUYrIo1w3ub9nr-m5GhynbtPEGULXV0qLFGznlmdmK41QOc1XzCF0Vif71ZoJFpQh8oQSa9Jet2JUZVdFg7J/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-3.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Features: Lighting</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Whether your </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">closet</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> is big or small, good lighting will make it even more functional. Look for ceiling-mount lighting that doesn’t need to be hardwired as a quick update for a reach-in closet. Lamps can be used in a walk-in closet for extra illumination, which is beneficial for dressing areas. If your walk-in closet has a window, install a light-blocking window covering. That way, you can keep out the natural light when you’re not using the closet. Constant sunlight might cause some clothing to fade.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEish77vFDuNbm0HVkjurencPQuHhjRQqMGbZJbRCjPwyMaWgQ0619O6pxPIgC8TueVpncmpKowk4fr_qIK6KrwSpbcnHUVpLPyPCBFnxn07mWSoO2f-PnG25ozazmh-CmfyWN4TyNSiFrNx/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEish77vFDuNbm0HVkjurencPQuHhjRQqMGbZJbRCjPwyMaWgQ0619O6pxPIgC8TueVpncmpKowk4fr_qIK6KrwSpbcnHUVpLPyPCBFnxn07mWSoO2f-PnG25ozazmh-CmfyWN4TyNSiFrNx/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas-2.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Features: Double Bars for Kids</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For a narrow and short space, stair-step rods for kids’ clothing </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">storage</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">. Since their clothing is short and slender, you can hang one rod higher and further back in the </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">closet</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> and another bar lower and more towards the front to get a double layer of storage. Consider tension shower rods, which can be installed without making holes in the wall and are easier to change as the child gets older.</span></div><div align="center" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcPCEL5tJiWXeTDKopiVC_4ywIbDN39R-HgYbUCX8TTxkhyphenhyphenIRUvybG22KRUPz2axfpVZE9UdKo2sj4iJDwMhVy4TauVmQSaHLJBDfD9_T6Kt3WobVJ5PA6u99S8t879Yy9R44DEFuCQawZ/s1600/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcPCEL5tJiWXeTDKopiVC_4ywIbDN39R-HgYbUCX8TTxkhyphenhyphenIRUvybG22KRUPz2axfpVZE9UdKo2sj4iJDwMhVy4TauVmQSaHLJBDfD9_T6Kt3WobVJ5PA6u99S8t879Yy9R44DEFuCQawZ/s640/Easy-Organizing-Tips-for-Closets-2013-Ideas.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong></strong></span></span> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Features: Double Bars for Adults</strong></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Using double closet rods one over the other  is the best way to squeeze more storage space out of a closet. Be sure to measure the length of each item you'll be hanging there and allow another 6 inches of clearance above and below each rod. Blouses, shirts, skirts, jackets, and kids' clothes will all fit on double rods.</span></div>

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