Do you wish there were simple ways to keep cords organized? It can be frustrating opening a drawer, then having to sort through a tangled mass of cords. It takes time to find that specific one you need.
Well, search no more. Here are 5 simple tricks to keep cords organized and tame the mess!
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- Do you wish there were simple ways to keep cords organized? It can be frustrating opening a drawer, then having to sort through a tangled mass of cords. It takes time to find that specific one you need.
- Well, search no more. Here are 5 simple tricks to keep cords organized and tame the mess!
- 1. Keep cords organized by storing each cord in a toilet paper tube.
- 2. To keep cords organized, use bread tags and label them with a Sharpie.
- 3. Next, use Washi tape so you can easily see whose power cord and charger is whose.
- 4. Next, organize cords by using an inexpensive crown molding wall shelf to hold phones and clear up counter space.
- 5. Or you can easily organize cords by making your own cell phone holder from a lotion bottle .
1. Keep cords organized by storing each cord in a toilet paper tube.
This one is so simple! Just wind the cord around your hand and stuff it in the tube. Tangle-free and neatly stored cords. Boom – done!
They can then be stacked neatly or stored in a box or bin without getting tangled!
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2. To keep cords organized, use bread tags and label them with a Sharpie.
Do you dread trying to figure out which cord goes with which device on your computer desk or power strip? Especially if you are packing them up to move?
Add a bread tag to each cord with the device name written on it in Sharpie! Then it will be easy to know what is plugged into each space on that power strip. Cover both bases. Add a corresponding colored twist-tie at the opposite end, where it plugs into the device to make it even easier.
PRO TIP: If you are getting ready to move, take a picture of the back of all electronics (TV, computer, etc.). That way, you can see how the cords are plugged into them. It will be much easier to hook them back up later!
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3. Next, use Washi tape so you can easily see whose power cord and charger is whose.
You and your 3 roommates all have iPhones and iMacs. It can be hard to tell whose cord is whose. Washi tape comes in so many fun designs and is really inexpensive. Cover each plug with tape of the same color as its corresponding adapter. This method makes keeping track of all those cords and adapters a snap!
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4. Next, organize cords by using an inexpensive crown molding wall shelf to hold phones and clear up counter space.
Two great tips for the price of one! I don’t know about you, but seeing that giant tangle of cords on the counter is so annoying. There are 5 of us who all need to plug in devices at my house. This organizes all the devices and neatly eliminates that problem! Besides, who doesn’t need more counter space?
Speaking of kitchens, here’s how you can get your pantry organized and keep it that way, too!
5. Or you can easily organize cords by making your own cell phone holder from a lotion bottle.
I love this idea! A great storage holder that can be decorated to match any decor. You don’t have to pay extra for it AND you get to recycle! Score!
There you go! 5 ways to organize those cords!
Do you have another way that works for you? Leave me a comment – I’d love to hear it!
Happy organizing!
~ Pam
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