Inexpensive Containers

Baskets make great inexpensive storage items, and they look good at the same time. They can be used to hold board games, magazines, remote controls, towels and toiletries.

TIPical Mary Ellen host Mary Ellen Pinkham provides ideas for inexpensive storage containers.

Milk crates are great for organizing books, binders, notebooks and records. They are also stackable.
Make a handy mini-sewing kit to keep with you at all times. Place small spools of thread, a card of pins and needles, a thimble and a couple of spare buttons in an empty breath-mint tin. Another option is to make a tiny first-aid kit by filling the tin with adhesive bandages, antibacterial ointment, tissues and aspirin.
Film canisters are great for storing smaller items such as buttons, change and screws or nails.
Empty baby wipe containers can be used to keep things organized in the medicine cabinet. Store first-aid supplies, makeup, vitamins, pain relievers and other items in different containers for easy retrieval.
Dishpans work great for storing children's smaller toys such as small blocks, army figures and doll clothes. They fit on shelves or can be stored underneath a bed.
Wooden produce boxes are great for storing items. They are sturdy, look better than cardboard boxes and are also stackable.
Liquor boxes with the cardboard partitions are useful for storing items. They work great for holding children's artwork, wrapping paper and workshop items such as molding and metal rods. Cut the bottoms off two boxes and tape them together to hold longer items such as garden tools or dry umbrellas.

Also in this Episode

TIPical Mary Ellen : Episode TIP-522
•	Indoor Herb Gardens
•	Inexpensive Containers
•	Decorating Cookies
•	Tip of the Day

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