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Ever taken off your jewelry to wash your face, only to play a game of “Where Did I Put My Rings/Earrings?” 🖐🏼
Ever sprinted out of your house, just minutes away from your destination, only to realize you’ve forgotten your cell phone? Trust me, you’re definitely not alone!
A place for everything, everything in its place.
Benjamin Franklin
Creating a solid “coming home” routine and stacking habits can seriously help you keep track of your ish! Here’s a step-by-step approach that’s easier than finding your keys in your fridge (yes, it happens!):
- Set Up Your Drop Zone: Designate a specific spot by the door for your keys and glasses. Make it a VIP area—no clutter allowed!
- Choose a Fun Container: Get a bright, quirky bowl or hook that practically yells, “Put your stuff here!” Bonus points if it’s something that makes you smile!
- Habit Stack: Pair this new routine with something you already do. For instance, every time you kick off your shoes, drop your keys and glasses in their designated spot. Just like that, you’re building a new habit!
- Celebrate Your Wins: Each time you remember to use your drop zone, give yourself a little fist pump or a happy dance. You’ve earned it!
- Stay Consistent: Stick to this routine, and soon you’ll be tracking your essentials like a seasoned pro—no more frantic searches or last-minute panic!
Bonus Tips
- Routine Check: Before running out the door, take a hot second to check your designated “lost and found” areas for your glasses and keys—aka the usual spots where they like to play hide-and-seek.
- Choose Distinctive Cases: Get yourself some outrageously unique cases for your glasses—maybe something shaped like a dog or a tiny donut—and a keychain so bold it could moonlight as a disco ball. That way, they’ll practically scream, “Look at me!” while you’re frantically searching like a detective in a bad crime drama.
- Reinforce the Habit: Stick to this routine for a few weeks, and soon you’ll be checking for your things like a pro, making it less likely you’ll misplace them. You might even find yourself doing it in your sleep—because nothing says “adulting” like sleep-checking your pockets!
Consistency is Key
The more consistently you practice your routine, the less likely your keys or glasses will be lounging on the couch, sipping imaginary cocktails while you search high and low. Transform your daily chaos into organized bliss—no more lost keys or jewelry hiding in plain sight!
Where Did I Leave My Glasses
But what if your glasses decide to play hard to get? Well, let’s check the obvious first: touch your head; you might just find them perched right there! Not there? No worries! Here are a few of my favorite handmade glasses holders that will ensure they always have a cozy spot to call home.
A felt “tulip” is both colorful and functional. Available in 40 colors, you can choose any color that matches your design aesthetic.
Too folksy? Well, brace yourself—because these are cute AF!! So many ready-made dog breeds are available for immediate shipping but if you’re a cat lady or you love sloths, you can design your own! Dinosaur? Donut? You’re only limited by your imagination.
Are My Keys in the Fridge Again?
You’d think car keys, being the size of a small dog, would be impossible to misplace. But opening your front door to the chaos of kids running around or a dog who acts like you just won the lottery, it only takes one distraction for those keys to end up in the weirdest places – like the fridge because apparently, they wanted a snack too! Here is a small one for your minimalist key ring and a larger one for when you’re trying to keep track of that giant key ring that doubles as a medieval weapon!
Where Did I Put My Rings?
If you’ve recently washed your hands or applied lotion, there’s a solid chance your rings are playing hide-and-seek in the soap dish or having a spa day on the bathroom counter. But if you’re like most people, you might be lounging on the sofa, suddenly realizing your hands look drier than a desert, and next thing you know—POOF—your rings are MIA! They could be anywhere from under the couch cushions to that mysterious dimension where all single socks vanish!
Let’s fix this chaos! If you love glitter and color (who doesn’t?), these two colorful acrylic catch-alls are perfect for holding small items. They’re like little party bowls for your rings, ensuring they never get lost in the sofa abyss again! Because honestly, if your rings wanted a vacation, they should at least send you a postcard!
With books stacked like a Jenga tower, lotion, a candle, a box of tissues for those “emotional” moments, and a magic 8 ball that probably knows more about my life choices than I do, it’s no wonder my rings go MIA!
But fear not! These two colorfully loud dishes are here to rescue your rings from the chaos. They’ll stand out like a neon sign at a dark nightclub, making it impossible to misplace your bling. So let’s get those rings back on your fingers—because they deserve better than to be lost in the clutter like your last good decision!
Did I Leave My Phone at Work?
I can’t even count how many times I’ve had to log onto Facebook just to message a friend, “Please call me, I’ve misplaced my phone… again!” I’ve found it in the most ridiculous places: on top of my washing machine (because obviously, I was doing laundry while watching IG stories), perched on a bookshelf like it’s taking a literary break, and in my fridge because distraction is such a b*tch.
This simple shape, rainbow-esque in design, is beautiful in its simplicity. I’d love the maple color because I could see myself coloring it in. But it comes in 48 color options if a different color suits you.
Say what? You’re a minimalist? Here’s a three-in-one design. Put your glasses, cell phone, and rings all in one place.
Where Did I Put My Remote
I’m grateful I only have one remote for my television because if I had any more, I’d need a GPS tracker! Forgetting where I put things is my specialty—seriously, I could win a gold medal in misplaced items. But somehow, my remote always manages to stay put… or maybe it’s just hiding really well!
If your remote controls are off on a secret mission with my keys, plotting to make your life more complicated, here are two minimalist options:
Want to see more options? Check out more ideas from small businesses on Etsy for keeping track of all your things my Etsy Collection:
