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Home ยป Blog ยป Silverware Caddy Organization

Apr 6, 2012

Silverware Caddy Organization

Silverware caddies are a popular gift from me because they can be almost as useful as shoe bags are in the world of organization.

Silverware Caddy Organization, Joyful Homemaking

So here is the traditional use for a silverware caddy. I started using one years ago to make it easy for the kids  to get their own silverware, and to make it super simple for them to put it away when emptying the dishwasher. It's also accessible for any guests to find what they need.
However, this divided storage has lots of potential beyond holding silverware.

Silverware Caddy Organization, Joyful Homemaking

I snagged this one online to use for our remote controls, because between the two televisions in our living room (one is exclusively for ESPN), the cable boxes and DVD players, we have 5 remote controls, which is just crazy. They end up missing and a frantic search begins, and usually ends, in the couch cushions somewhere, so I thought a designated spot (at least as a goal) might help.

remote control caddy
It has worked pretty well with a few additions finding their way in, like my hand lotion and fingernail file.

I saw a great idea at Knot All That I Seam for making a caddy of your own from a basket and coffee mugs, and so I put together one of my own for our home school needs.

Silverware Caddy Organization, Joyful Homemaking

I started out with a sturdy basket with a handle,

Silverware Caddy Organization, Joyful Homemaking

and added 4 short mason jars.

Silverware Caddy Organization, Joyful Homemaking

Then I just filled it with pencils, pens, markers and scissors... The handle makes it extra convenient to move around and use.

Silverware Caddy Organization, Joyful Homemaking

I ended up switching the glass jar with the scissors in it for one of these empty frosting containers, to minimize the chance of breaking.
Incidentally, these little containers that store bought frosting come in, are great for storage and organization. My mom won't throw even one away because she uses them for all kinds of things.

After looking at my blah wooden silverware caddy for this post, I decided to pretty it up a little with some fabric and mod podge.

Silverware Caddy Organization, Joyful Homemaking

 

Silverware Caddy Organization, Joyful Homemaking

It's now a bit more fancy!
So do you have any silverware caddies lying around to repurpose? I'm sure you creative ones could come up with lots more ideas for their use.

Blessings,

Silverware Caddy Organization, Joyful Homemaking
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  1. Debbie says

    April 6, 2012 at 4:03 pm

    Margo,

    I have been following your blog for several months now by e-mail....for some reason I no longer am receiving the emails....just wondering what has happened.

    Debbie

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    • Margo says

      April 6, 2012 at 5:55 pm

      Hmmm, I don't know. I did switch to a dotcom address but I would think it would have just transferred. I'll try to figure it out, but I have noticed a few glitches lately. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.

      Reply
  2. Julie says

    April 6, 2012 at 2:08 pm

    Thank you for participating in Show Your Stuff Blog Hop, You are invited to come back:
    http://www.jwirecipes.com/2012/04/safe-cooking-habits-and-tips-show-your.html

    Reply
  3. Robyn says

    April 8, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    Hi Margo!
    I LOVE the idea of the caddy to hold the remotes.. I have GOT to get one of these now.. My husband has remotes all over the place and this would be perfect. Thanks so much for posting it! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  4. 4you-withlove says

    April 9, 2012 at 9:29 pm

    Great organizational ideas

    Reply
  5. Janette - The2Seasons says

    April 10, 2012 at 1:22 am

    Isn't it great to be organized at cute at the same time???

    Reply
  6. Libby Rodriguez says

    April 10, 2012 at 4:36 pm

    I LOVE it! I HAVE to do this for the remotes! Thanks for a fabulous idea ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  7. Lauryn Clemmer says

    April 13, 2012 at 5:28 am

    awesome! i love organization stuff. i would LOVE for you to link this post or any other posts you want to my weekend link party http://lovenotesbylauryn.blogspot.com/2012/04/spread-love-link-party-6.html it opens at midnight tonight, hope to see you there!
    {love} lauryn @ lovenotesbylauryn.blogspot.com

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  8. Organize with Sandy says

    April 16, 2012 at 11:16 am

    Great ideas. Thanks for linking up to my party, I'm featuring you in my post today.

    Reply
  9. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon says

    April 16, 2012 at 4:31 pm

    Margo these are all great ideas! I love the remote idea and we could certainly use some help in that area! Thanks for sharing!

    Take care,

    Trish

    Reply

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