Pantry/Coat closet

First of all, I must apologize for my poor picture angles- it's hard to shoot good pictures due to the narrow pantry :) Our pantry and coat closet occupy the same room. One corner of our pantry is set up like a coat closet with a double shelf and a hanging rod.

We placed a boot tray on the floor below the rod in case of wet, dripping coats, but also as a space for parking shoes. See Emorie's cute rain boots?

21-day challenge: spring cleaning during spring break

The 21-day challenge UPDATE

I used my spring break to do some heavy cleaning and organizing. My linen closet was a true source of frequent consternation for me, but my very handy daddy helped solve that problem. I also tackled kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets, bedroom closets and under beds. Because I didn't want spring break to be all about cleaning and not at all about family, I didn't get to everything I'd planned.  I've also added a few things to my list that I have not yet tackled.

Spring cleaning: the 21-day challenge!

Surely, if you're on Pinterest, you've seen this.

I know now that spring is upon us, most of us have plans to do some sort of spring cleaning. While I agree with most of the things on the list above, I have a few additions. Here is what I plan to add: 

1. Wash all bath tub toys

2. Wash all cloth toys 

3. Wipe down and disinfect all plastic toys

4. Donate anything unused for more than a year

5. Organize out of season clothing

6. Move furniture and clean beneath it. 

What are your spring cleaning plans?