Free Organizing Labels for Kids Outfits

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Mornings are not everyone’s thing. Some people dread that alarm clock every morning. I am one of those people and back to school season can be hard on me. Let’s face it: mornings are hectic trying to get kids breakfast, dressed, and to school on time.  It is even worse when Saturday comes and your child waits until it is time to leave for the game to even look for his or her uniform only to be unable to find it.  Sound familiar?  Eliminate some of those headaches by organizing outfits a week ahead.  These free organizing labels, along with bonus tips at the end of this post, will help your mornings go smoother.

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No matter what system you use to organize kids’ outfits, these free printable organization labels will make mornings a lot easier for you.

Materials

 

No matter what system you use to organize kids’ outfits, these free printable organization labels will make mornings a lot easier for you.

Step 1

Print out the free printable (in your choice of black, blue, orange, or purple) on your sheet of card stock. 

Tip:

  • Only insert one sheet of cardstock into your printer at a time even if you have to print multiples. This will ensure that you don’t waste paper getting it mucked up in the feed.

Step 2

Next, cut out all of the labels you need for each child.

 

No matter what system you use to organize kids’ outfits, these free printable organization labels will make mornings a lot easier for you.

Step 3

Punch holes in the top left and right corners using your eyelet setter.  Then set eyelets into each hole.  Do this for each label. (See picture above for reference.)

 

No matter what system you use to organize kids’ outfits, these free printable organization labels will make mornings a lot easier for you.

Step 4

Next, cut strips of craft lace long enough to attach to your outfits.  (This will vary depending on what method of organization for your child’s outfits you use.)

 

No matter what system you use to organize kids’ outfits, these free printable organization labels will make mornings a lot easier for you.

Step 5

Slip craft lace through each eyelet, being sure to knot on the back side of the label.  Now you’re ready to hang on daily outfits for your kids.

 

No matter what system you use to organize kids’ outfits, these free printable organization labels will make mornings a lot easier for you.

Bonus tips:

  1. Don’t just prepare school clothes.  Set out practice outfits, game uniforms, and church clothes as well.  Spending a little bit of extra time early in the week will save you tons of time and frustration later.
  2. If you want to include socks and underwear when putting together outfits but are not using an organizing system that allows for stacking folded clothes, place them in pockets or shirt sleeves to keep them with the outfit.
  3. The same goes for any accessories for the outfit.  Hair bows, hats, and watches can be kept with outfits to prevent that morning scramble when it’s time to get out the door.
  4. Keep theme days in mind when putting together outfits.  Spirit week, Halloween parties, and drug free week are all examples of times when kids can wear different (or specific) fun and crazy outfits.  Cast a quick look at the family calendar to save you some stress and aggravation later.

This is a crazy easy and inexpensive way to organize your child’s school outfits for the week. Use these as tools to make mornings less stressful for both you and your kids.  If you’re lucky, you may even start to look forward to them (as long as you still get that cup of coffee).  You can make breakfast a breeze, too, with these delicious freezer-friendly breakfast burritos!

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DIY Planner Binder

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If you follow DIY Adulation on any of our social media channels, you already know my passion for planning.  (If you aren’t following you should be.  Find DIY Adulation on these channels: Facebook * Twitter * Pinterest * Google+ * Instagram.  Don’t worry, I’ll wait for you here while you do that.)  Now that we’re all on the same page, here is the reveal of this awesome DIY planner binder that is beautiful and sparkly (just the way you love it)!

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August is the start of a fresh planner in my house.  (Find out why here.) This year I’m actually changing from a smaller planner to an 8.5 x 11 planner.  These means needing a fresh new binder to hold it and the result is fantastic!  This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll want to start decorating all of your organizing binders.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

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Materials

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

Step 1

Tip: I chose to put a piece of paper in the top of the clear pocket on the cover of the binder to keep it from sealing.  If you don’t care if the pocket is usable, you don’t have to do this.

Put a coat of Mod Podge on the front cover of your binder.

Step 2

With the binder on a protected surface, pour a generous amount of glitter over the entire front cover.

Step 3

Shake off excess and allow to dry completely.

**Repeat steps 1 through 3 until achieving your desired look.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

Step 4

Fill in any gaps or light areas there might be by covering the areas with more Mod Podge and covering with glitter. Allow to dry completely.

Step 5

Put a final coat of Mod Podge on to seal the glitter and allow it to dry completely.

Tip: If you are still having trouble with glitter coming off on your hands after applying the last coat, spray the cover with a sealant spray.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

Step 6

Place a piece of paper or newspaper over the glittered area and secure in to place with painters tape.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

Step 7

Open binder and place on a protected area with the covers facing up.  Spray paint it and allow paint to dry.

Tip: Depending on the color of your paint and the color of your binder, it could take multiple coats to cover.  The white binder I used took 2 full coats and one touch-up.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

Step 8

Carefully remove the tape and paper covering the glitter.  Fill with your choice of printable planners (I recommend our awesome Family Planner this one is no longer available) and you’re ready to go.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

 

It is that easy to create you own custom DIY planner binder!  Personalize your colors, sizes, and more without the hefty price tag!  How will you personalize your planner?  Let me know in the comments and don’t forget to get a free copy of the Family Planner monthly calendar and cleaning schedule when you subscribe to our Newsletter!

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

 

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DIY Chalkboard Key Organizer

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Organization is about 10% method and 90% convenience.  You can have the best organization systems in place but if they aren’t convenient they will fail.  Keys are a prime example of an item in your home that probably has a specific place in your home but it isn’t convenient when you walk through the door.  Therefore, it isn’t utilized (not that I speak from experience or anything… ahem.)

Key hooks make a great storage solution but if you don’t like the look of them you put them where no one will see them (the back of a cabinet door, for example).  If no one else can see them, neither can you which means you won’t use them.  This DIY chalkboard key organizer totally solves that.

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Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Materials

Step 1

Prepare your frame by removing the glass and all inserts.

Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Step 2

Prop your frame on its side (landscape style) and glue 4 picture hooks to the bottom, evenly spaced.

*You can measure if you want to be exact but I chose to just eyeball it.

*Your props also don’t have to be fancy (like my awesome tissue box and water bottle above).

Step 3

Allow the glue to dry 24 hours.

**This is important.  Do not skip this step or you will compromise the strength of the adhesive and it won’t hold your keys.

 

Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Step 4

While your glue is drying, measure your chalkboard using the paper insert included in your frame.  Place it at the corner of the chalkboard paper and cut out your piece using the paper insert as a guide.

 

Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Step 5

Remove the backing from the adhesive chalkboard and place it directly onto the glass from your frame.

 

Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Step 6

After allowing your glue to dry completely, spray paint both sides of your frame with the metallic spray paint (including the added hooks).  Allow each layer to dry completely before adding another or turning over the frame.

*The color of your frame will determine the number of coats you need.  For the frame I used, it took 2 coats.

 

Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Step 7

Once your frame has finished drying, reassemble and hang it by the door you normally enter/exit your home through.

 

This DIY chalkboard key organizer puts your keys where you need them and saves you time getting out the door. Find out how to make it easily!

Now you have not only have a convenient place to store your keys but also a place to write reminders for yourself and your family. Change up the style easily by choosing a different paint color. You can even buy adhesive chalkboard paper in multiple colors. The combinations are endless so that you can make your organization fit your home decor! 

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