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10 Nifty Ways to Organize the Family Car

Shar Petit
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Published on: August 20, 2013

Happynings

Create a trunk of all trades
We imagine it would be hard not to be prepared with this trunk organization idea by Happynings. Step one: clear out all the crap. Step two: buy some inexpensive waterproof shower caddies. Step three: load ‘em up with everything under the sun. Head over to the full blog post for Momma Heidi’s extensive list.


The Hope Stack Etsy Store

Never lose your keys again
This cute-as-a-baby-zoo-animal idea for your keys can be yours for about $20 from The Hope Stack Etsy store. There’s even a place to clip handy memos and emergency phone numbers. We suspect this would be a quick DIY for you creative types. You’ll need a decorative frame, screw hooks, and a colorful backing.


The Craft Apple

Maximize the middle seat
Get the most out of wasted space with this idea for a car organizer by Craft Apple. Store books, games, stuffed animals and more. With a built-in loop for a seat belt to hold the bin steady, crayons ground into the carpet and stray LEGOs will be a thing of the past!


Harvest Moon by Hand snack caddy

Tackle the snack mess
Leave the packaging at home and off of the floor mats with this travel snack box idea by Harvest Moon by Hand. Mix and match healthy and sweets, like nuts, dried fruit and tiny chocolates.


A Jennuine Life

Take the show on the road
With this one-stop-shop entertainment organizer by A Jennuine Life, boredom is officially busted. Highlights: phone holster, drink holder, zippered pouches and a coloring folio. Who will ever want to leave the car?


The Procrastination Station

Diaper preparedness
The Procrastination Station has a genius idea for grab-and-go diaper packs. Each one has just what you need for a quick change: a new diaper, wipes, fresh onesie, and a storage bag for the stink bomb. The numbers on the outside let you know when to restock!


I Heart Organizing

A kit for everything
Free the smallest of small items from the bottom of your mom bag, and invest in a pouch organization system like these Sugar Snap bags featured on I Heart Organizing. The labels and see-through pouches make it easy to see all of your lotions, potions and first aid essentials. We love how easy it would be to move the bunch from car to car!


Confetti and Other Fun

Control the paper
Organize the loose leaflets in your car’s compartments with this glove box organizer by Confetti and Other Fun. Put all of your documents in one easy-to-find place with a simple bill or recipe folio.


Hailey Footer Designs

A blankie for your backseat buddy
With this doggie hammock pattern idea by Hailey Footer Designs, your furry backseat driver can ride in style with cozy fleece. The best part is that passengers don’t have to sit in a nest of hair when they ride with you. Just remove the hammock!


Golden Adventures of a Very Dark Horse

Spontaneous beach day
A day at the beach is just a tote away with this DIY towel bag idea by Golden Adventures of a Very Dark Horse. Made from an extra-large towel, a pillow, and some scrap fabric, this tote makes short, effortless work of packing for the beach.

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