Keep them in your mud room, laundry room or whatever room you come in from the car. Cubbies are good for this with hooks above for jackets or backpacks. You can buy these pieces individually or choose from many available units that have compartments or spaces for each.
Put the things you reach for most often in the easiest spots, and reserve high, low or deep storage for occasional-use supplies. Group like items together so you can see what is running low before buying more.
Make the system easy for the people who actually use it: visible categories, reachable storage and a clear place for each item to return. For younger children, a picture label can work better than a written one.
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