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Part of living a minimalist lifestyle is having "a place for everything, and everything in its place." Bringing order to your life requires storage. Look for convenience and aesthetics. I'll show you some ideas here.

I am not a diehard minimalist, but I do believe in simplifying life, and that's why I am a minimalist to the degree that suits me; I certainly don't plan to pare it all down to just one knapsack!

So, there has to be storage for things that just can't go by the wayside...

Some Storage Ideas

Everything in its place

The old adage about a place for everything is the one that has stayed with me since I was a little girl. I love order. When things are in order, I feel so much better — my mind is less stressed.

Now, here are some of the basic storage items a household might need...

Cedar Chest

Elegant storage

Powell Louis Philippe Cedar Chest

Amazon Price: $609.00 (as of 02/15/2012)

Quilts and blankets store well in cedar chests. And this one has stay hinges so you don't have to worry about smashing your fingers. The interior is sealed so things don't get ruined from seeping wood oils.

Bathroom Storage Cabinet

Stand-alone bathroom linen closet and storage

Bathroom Cabinets - Reserve Deluxe Storage Tower Be9074

Amazon Price: (as of 02/15/2012)

Many bathrooms come with hardly any storage space, but there are many ways to add it. Depending on your space, you can install a cabinet on the wall over the commode, use free-standing ones like the one shown, or even purchase corner modules if you have a free corner.

Nightstand

Bedside night table

Modus Furniture Brighton 2 Drawer Nightstand Cinnamon

Amazon Price: (as of 02/15/2012)

Where to put all the books and candy and other much-needed items when you get out of bed in the morning? With all this space, storing your nighttime stuff shouldn't be a problem.

TV Stand

Entertainment center

Traditional Brown Entertainment Console Plasma LCD TV Stand

Amazon Price: $389.00 (as of 02/15/2012)

All of your electronics in one place and displayed beautifully. This particular stand is made from premium solid hardwood.

Build Your Own Storage

Storage & Shelving: the Shaker Way

by: Kerry Pierce

Amazon Price: $0.01 (as of 02/15/2012)

Shaker furniture is beautiful in its simplicity. This book about building Shaker storage items is simply a must for folks with do-it-yourself ability wanting to build their own pieces. Detailed plans for blanket chests, small chests, hanging cupboards, and even a built-in family center. Excellent choice for beginning DIYers.

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HSSchulte Apr 8, 2011 @ 10:56 am | delete

I learned long ago that I have trouble focusing if there is clutter around me. I try to simplify and have a place for everything to maintain my sanity. ;) Thank you for the stylish storage ideas!

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Ramkitten Oct 3, 2010 @ 3:49 pm | delete

Definitely. I'm allergic to clutter.

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Rewards4life May 24, 2010 @ 2:30 am | delete

Just dropping to say "hi" and that I'm linking your page with my minimalist posters page. Thanks a lot!

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HorseAndPony Feb 12, 2010 @ 6:05 pm | delete

Great info. I also am not a not a diehard minimalist but don't like to have clutter and lots of extras. These are great storage ideas. Thanks for sharing.

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BevsPaper Nov 13, 2009 @ 6:54 pm | delete

Some wonderful ideas for grasping the minimalist lifestyle by using these storage items. Lovely selections! Congrats on your new blog! I look forward to following it. Spreading my Angel Wings for a blessing.
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