I need shoe storage solutions

[emoflamingo]

Currently, we have one of these:



And I hate it. It, for some reason, is missing the back piece so it's wobbly, there's not enough space for people to store their shoes (My H and both kiddos keep their shoes out in the living room, I keep most of mine in my closet), and the baby keeps taking them all out. He dismantled the damn thing this week and it was a pain to put back together.

I really want this one from Ikea but we're 6+ months still from the Ikea opening, but I can't do this a lot longer. Any short term suggestions?

[housegeek]

Just read about this-
stylebyemilyhenderson.com/blog/customize-it-entryway-shoe-organizer/

[housegeek]

Although that would probably be even more fun for babe...

[housegeek]

Serial poster! We use two of these, they are stackable.
www.target.com/p/closetmaid-31-horizontal-organizer-white/-/A-11187107#prodSlot=medium_1_1
One shelf for each of us for the most often worn shoes, the less often ones go in the closets.

[emoflamingo]

LOL housegeek, it probably would! Problem is with that first one is that baby shoes won't fit in there (he has monster feet, but the shoes are still much smaller). I've considered one of those benches with the baskets underneath, but then finding a "pair" would be next to impossible for some people in my house (coughMonkeycough). I probably should get the stackable things and redo my coat closet. SO MANY COATS AND WE WEAR THE SAME ONES ALL THE TIME!

[msmerymac]

I actually came in to recommend that one from Ikea, which I have!

[emoflamingo]

Well, msmerymac, do you like it? Because I have wanted one for awhile. Now I swear, if they discontinue it before Ikea Merriam opens, I'll lose my damn mind.

(We have a Hemnes dresser and nightstand from a trip we took to Dallas - not for Ikea specifically, just a nice bonus- and I like them a lot. We'll probably replace our dresser with one.)

[msmerymac]

Apr 21, 2014 14:28:10 GMT -5 emoflamingo said:

Well, msmerymac, do you like it? Because I have wanted one for awhile. Now I swear, if they discontinue it before Ikea Merriam opens, I'll lose my damn mind.

(We have a Hemnes dresser and nightstand from a trip we took to Dallas - not for Ikea specifically, just a nice bonus- and I like them a lot. We'll probably replace our dresser with one.)

I like it and I like the whole Hemnes series, really (we have 3 dressers, 2 night stands and a secretary so far in addition to this). BUT it's not obvious that this particular piece doesn't have legs on the back and therefore has to be secured to the wall with some kind of anchor. Which sucks if you have plaster walls. My husband and I didn't realize this until we got it home and put it together, but had we realized it in store, it might have been enough for us to pass. I have no idea why they did this, except that it allows you to put it right against a wall with a baseboard.

My husband currently keeps his shoes there, because we share a pretty small closet that's only big enough for my shoes. It's also narrow (about 12 inches deep), so it works in the entryway of our apartment, which is what I needed - narrow profile, lots of storage. And the top drawer is great for keeping keys and coupons and other little things we need to grab on the way out.

[emoflamingo]

Apr 21, 2014 14:32:36 GMT -5 msmerymac said:

Apr 21, 2014 14:28:10 GMT -5 emoflamingo said:

Well, msmerymac, do you like it? Because I have wanted one for awhile. Now I swear, if they discontinue it before Ikea Merriam opens, I'll lose my damn mind.

(We have a Hemnes dresser and nightstand from a trip we took to Dallas - not for Ikea specifically, just a nice bonus- and I like them a lot. We'll probably replace our dresser with one.)

I like it and I like the whole Hemnes series, really (we have 3 dressers, 2 night stands and a secretary so far in addition to this). BUT it's not obvious that this particular piece doesn't have legs on the back and therefore has to be secured to the wall with some kind of anchor. Which sucks if you have plaster walls. My husband and I didn't realize this until we got it home and put it together, but had we realized it in store, it might have been enough for us to pass. I have no idea why they did this, except that it allows you to put it right against a wall with a baseboard.

My husband currently keeps his shoes there, because we share a pretty small closet that's only big enough for my shoes. It's also narrow (about 12 inches deep), so it works in the entryway of our apartment, which is what I needed - narrow profile, lots of storage. And the top drawer is great for keeping keys and coupons and other little things we need to grab on the way out.

I think the two legs is what I like about it. It'll fit snug up against our wall and not be a huge obstacle like the one we have now. PLUS the drawer on top for keys. Right now, my H tosses his wherever (and sometimes mine) so then I have to search. 99% of the time, he's put them on the mantel and I'm not tall enough to see that easily. (I'm really short lol.)

[magdala]

www.woodlore.com/cedar-shoe-racks/

We have these. Even though they are/were an investment, they look nice, organize easily and make our closets smell good.

[orangeblossom]

Zulily has some closed in cabinets like that this week.

[emoflamingo]

Those aren't bad, orangeblossom, but they're way too modern without handles.

[orangeblossom]

Apr 21, 2014 16:19:46 GMT -5 emoflamingo said:

Those aren't bad, orangeblossom, but they're way too modern without handles.

Ah, got it. Hope you find something soon

[emoflamingo]

sierramist03 sent me a link to the Ikea hack by Ana White. Anyone built it? I haven't built anything by myself before.

[sierramist03]

Apr 21, 2014 19:05:09 GMT -5 emoflamingo said:

sierramist03 sent me a link to the Ikea hack by Ana White. Anyone built it? I haven't built anything by myself before.

My DH loves Ana white plans because she gives you a buy list a cut list and the plans are super easy to follow

[housegeek]

Plus one for Ana White, just read the comments because sometimes people note mistakes or easier methods.

[cjeanette]

This us a never ending battle in my house. We have such a small space inside the garage. Sort of hoping Ikea brings a sole when they open. Even if I am bummed that they are coming here im the first place.

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[EllieArroway]

Apr 21, 2014 20:45:21 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

This us a never ending battle in my house. We have such a small space inside the garage. Sort of hoping Ikea brings a sole when they open. Even if I am bummed that they are coming here im the first place.

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What? Why? I'm counting down the days until it opens! lol

I have the Ikea cabinet in the OP and I love it! It holds a lot more than it looks like it would.

[emoflamingo]

LOL how many of us from Kansas ARE here? Are you all just ashamed??

I'd consider building one if I knew it wouldn't be a big deal. Maybe I can convince my FIL to help with this too lol. Plus, I can customize the color. The white or brown-black options are kind of boring.

[dr.girlfriend]

Sorry, I was going to suggest the Hemnes one too. I have one in my mudroom and love it, but it doesn't hold a TON of shoes. You have to trim it down to the ones you wear most often. :-) I have the one that's four square drawers.

[cjeanette]

Apr 21, 2014 23:52:35 GMT -5 EllieArroway said:

Apr 21, 2014 20:45:21 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

This us a never ending battle in my house. We have such a small space inside the garage. Sort of hoping Ikea brings a sole when they open. Even if I am bummed that they are coming here im the first place.

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What? Why? I'm counting down the days until it opens! lol

I have the Ikea cabinet in the OP and I love it! It holds a lot more than it looks like it would.

I grew up over there and so did my parents. A lot of homes I spent time in as a child were knocked down to build that building. I know that is a dying city and it is good for it but I was sad to see childhood memories torn down.

[cjeanette]

Apr 22, 2014 9:07:45 GMT -5 emoflamingo said:

LOL how many of us from Kansas ARE here? Are you all just ashamed??

I'd consider building one if I knew it wouldn't be a big deal. Maybe I can convince my FIL to help with this too lol. Plus, I can customize the color. The white or brown-black options are kind of boring.

I am not ashamed!  KSU alum born and raised in KC!  lol

[sierramist03]

Apr 22, 2014 10:02:53 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

Apr 22, 2014 9:07:45 GMT -5 emoflamingo said:

LOL how many of us from Kansas ARE here? Are you all just ashamed??

I'd consider building one if I knew it wouldn't be a big deal. Maybe I can convince my FIL to help with this too lol. Plus, I can customize the color. The white or brown-black options are kind of boring.

I am not ashamed!  KSU alum born and raised in KC!  lol

Another ksu alum here but I was raised in the country our family farms

[emoflamingo]

Apr 22, 2014 10:08:13 GMT -5 sierramist03 said:

Apr 22, 2014 10:02:53 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

I am not ashamed!  KSU alum born and raised in KC!  lol

Another ksu alum here but I was raised in the country our family farms

It's too bad that KSU doesn't have better options for master's programs or I could be too! (Meh, my undergrad was almost a waste lol.)

Is it acceptable that I'm a 4th year season ticket holder and Ahern fund member??

[house]

I got one of those over the door pocket shoe organizers in our coat closet just for DS's shoes and sandals. Our shoes were just on the floor of the closet but was a terrible mess so now I have them in plastic drawers like the one on the left in this pic

[EllieArroway]

Apr 22, 2014 10:01:48 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

Apr 21, 2014 23:52:35 GMT -5 EllieArroway said:

What? Why? I'm counting down the days until it opens! lol

I have the Ikea cabinet in the OP and I love it! It holds a lot more than it looks like it would.

I grew up over there and so did my parents. A lot of homes I spent time in as a child were knocked down to build that building. I know that is a dying city and it is good for it but I was sad to see childhood memories torn down.

Ah that makes sense. I'm sorry about your neighborhood.

[emoflamingo]

Apr 22, 2014 10:01:48 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

Apr 21, 2014 23:52:35 GMT -5 EllieArroway said:

What? Why? I'm counting down the days until it opens! lol

I have the Ikea cabinet in the OP and I love it! It holds a lot more than it looks like it would.

I grew up over there and so did my parents. A lot of homes I spent time in as a child were knocked down to build that building. I know that is a dying city and it is good for it but I was sad to see childhood memories torn down.

Oh I'm sorry. I didn't see this earlier. My uncle used to live right around the corner on Antioch, so it was really weird for a long time to see no houses there.

[cjeanette]

Apr 22, 2014 14:13:45 GMT -5 emoflamingo said:

Apr 22, 2014 10:01:48 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

I grew up over there and so did my parents. A lot of homes I spent time in as a child were knocked down to build that building. I know that is a dying city and it is good for it but I was sad to see childhood memories torn down.

Oh I'm sorry. I didn't see this earlier. My uncle used to live right around the corner on Antioch, so it was really weird for a long time to see no houses there.

My mom was raised on Antioch!

[emoflamingo]

Apr 22, 2014 14:17:38 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

Apr 22, 2014 14:13:45 GMT -5 emoflamingo said:

Oh I'm sorry. I didn't see this earlier. My uncle used to live right around the corner on Antioch, so it was really weird for a long time to see no houses there.

My mom was raised on Antioch!

We are practically neighbors. My mom was raised on the WyCo side and my dad on the JoCo side so I'm super familiar with the areas in-between. My grandparents still live just over the hill off Merriam lane.