{"id":4459,"date":"2018-07-19T13:06:05","date_gmt":"2018-07-19T18:06:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/?p=4459"},"modified":"2018-07-19T13:06:05","modified_gmt":"2018-07-19T18:06:05","slug":"12-organization-tips-for-your-office","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/12-organization-tips-for-your-office\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Organization Tips For Your Office"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The kitchen is where your body\u2019s nourishment comes from, and your bedroom is where you get your daily dose of good night sleep. Even so, your home office is the nerve center of your entire home as it\u2019s from where you work from so that you can finance all facets of your household. For it to maintain its function, a home office requires <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.coupons.com\/thegoodstuff\/organization-tips-series\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">good organization<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Good news is that you neither need to be an astute do-it-yourselfer nor have a huge budget to create a well-organized office. We are happy to share some simple, smart and cost-effective office organization ideas that will make your working space functional and dazzling.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b> Extra Large Cork Board<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t let the high price tag attached to rolls of cork deter you. You can make yourself a large pin board by making use of cheap IKEA cork placemats and lattice from the local hardware store. Follow this tutorial for insights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4460\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a01.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"434\" height=\"477\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><b> Cover Office Chair with Fancy Fabric<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4470\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a02.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"595\" height=\"606\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a02.jpg 595w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a02-60x60.jpg 60w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 595px) 100vw, 595px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source :\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/littlegreennotebook.blogspot.com\/2014\/09\/diy-fabric-decoupaged-office-chair.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Little Green Notebook<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nothing does a better job at changing that dull-looking office chair to a comfy glamorous office necessity like some fancy fabric and Mod Podge. When making a pick, be sure to choose a fabric that complements your style and color scheme.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><b> Toss Routers into Decorative Paper Boxes<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4469\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a03-469x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"469\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a03-469x640.jpg 469w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a03.jpg 538w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 469px) 100vw, 469px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/sweetsanitydesigns.com\/blog\/2011\/04\/24\/hiding-the-wireless-routers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet Sanity Designs<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While electronics are every home\u2019s must-haves, they can create a mess if their cables are left lying around. Keeping them in decorative paper boxes is a sure way to keep your office space tidy.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><b> Make Printer Storage out of the Dresser<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4468\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a04.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"533\" height=\"537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a04.jpg 533w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a04-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a04-160x160.jpg 160w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a04-60x60.jpg 60w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a04-120x120.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pbjstories.com\/2012\/01\/my-hide-away-printer-project.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PB&amp;J Stories<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Believe it or not, your dresser is one handy piece of furniture that could help get the printer out of the way. Check out this quick tutorial that gives you instructions on how to transform one of your dresser\u2019s drawers into a perfect hideaway for your printer.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><b> Get Crafty<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4467\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a05.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"537\" height=\"382\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/modpodgerocksblog.com\/2013\/03\/recycled-craft-diy-desk-organizer.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mod Podge Rocks<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While cereal boxes and old paper towel tubes are one man\u2019s trash, they can prove to be quite valuable to you. With glue, paint and scrapbook paper, you can easily craft your inexpensive yet alluring desk accessories from them.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li><b> Kick Confusion Out with Cord Tags<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4466\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a06-465x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"465\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a06-465x640.jpg 465w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a06.jpg 532w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 465px) 100vw, 465px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/thechicsite.com\/2014\/07\/22\/cord-labels\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Chic Site<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ever spent a couple of precious minutes trying to make out what plug belongs to which electronic device? We all have. The best way to put a stop to the confusion is to use adorable washi tape tags to each plug.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li><b> Turn Simple Cans Into Glamorous Cups for Pens<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4465\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a07-500x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a07-500x640.jpg 500w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a07.jpg 526w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/creaturecomfortsblog.com\/home\/2012\/12\/17\/diy-leather-wrapped-vases-and-votive-holders.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creature Comforts<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you always throw away soup cans? Don\u2019t underestimate their worth. You can easily turn them into glamorous cups for pens and pencils. Just add metallic leather cording around the cans and secure with hot glue.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"8\">\n<li><b> Make an Office Gem Out of a Used Cabinet<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4464\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a08.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"510\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.twotwentyone.net\/2012\/10\/stenciled-file-cabinet-2\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two Twenty One<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New metal file cabinets don\u2019t come cheap. Sadly, they usually carry some boring look that doesn\u2019t match their hefty price tags. If you\u2019re on a budget, it would be wise if you obtained use-but-good ones from thrift shops. You can then add a fresh coat of paint on them to give them superior aesthetic appeal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"9\">\n<li><b> Adopt a Color-Coded System for Your Files<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4463\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a10.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"523\" height=\"492\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.abowlfulloflemons.net\/2013\/06\/filing-system-organization.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Bowl Full of Lemons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have stack of files you keep meaning to put somewhere? Disorganized files make for a cluttered mess that can make it hard for you to work efficiently. Before you over-think your labeling system, think of how a simple color-coded system will do and try it.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"10\">\n<li><b> Glam up Storage Boxes<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4462\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a11.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"526\" height=\"564\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.firsthomelovelife.com\/2014\/03\/kate-spade-inspired-storage-boxes.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First Home Love Life<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small office and craft supplies make for the most clutter in the office. Putting them in storage boxes is the sure way to get them out of the way. When painted and labeled, the storage boxes can double up as storage spaces and decorative pieces. Talk of hitting two birds with one stone!<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"11\">\n<li><b> Make Use of Wall Space<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4461\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a12.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"512\" height=\"632\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/stylebyemilyhenderson.com\/blog\/customize-it-office-wall-pockets\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Style By Emily Henderson<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Storage boxes can take up lots of floor space. You can free most of that space by utilizing wall space near or above your work desk. With the things you need to put away in mind, you can design simple yet stylish wall pockets to keep all that clutter off your desk.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"12\">\n<li><b> Utilize Bookcases to Store Magazines<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-4471\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a13-491x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"491\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a13-491x640.jpg 491w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/a13.jpg 525w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 491px) 100vw, 491px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><\/i><a href=\"http:\/\/inmyownstyle.com\/2013\/01\/the-container-store-knock-off-magazine-files.html\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In My Own Style<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have a large collection of magazines that you just can\u2019t find it in your heart to discard? Well, instead of letting them lie around, you can tuck them nicely into bookcases. Wrap the storage boxes with pretty paper to add style. Also be sure to add labels to the boxes to ensure that you\u2019ll retrieve any magazine issue you want with ease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>This post is a collaborative effort by St. Louis Dad.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The kitchen is where your body\u2019s nourishment comes from, and your bedroom is where you get your daily dose of good night sleep. Even so, your home office is the nerve center of your entire home as it\u2019s from where you work from so that you can finance all facets of your household. 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