How 6  pretty trays help me hold it all together.

Trays are fun – they create mini-vignettes that bring form and function together. They keep things organized, and look great doing it. Here are just a few real-life ways I’m currently using trays to contain clutter in my own home. {Shopping Tip – I found all of the trays shown in this post at HomeGoods!}

In the Kitchen

Kitchens are notorious for spreading clutter! Cooking essentials are a frequent offender of clutter. This melamine tray is just the right size to corral frequently used essentials by the stove.

The coffee corner is popular – this smaller tray gives the tins and my favorite cup a place to belong.

Fruit has a high turnover. Placing it front and center in a colorful tray hopefully reminds the kids of this snack choice before they head toward the pantry.

In the Home Office

The prettier the inbox tray, the more likely I’ll keep it cleaned out so I can look at it. Well, it’s a working theory.

In the Bathroom

Not only are trays pretty, they make it easier to move toiletries out of the way for cleaning day.

In the Bedroom

I like to save bedside for the little things that make me happy. Well, the alarm clock doesn’t make me happy, but it prevents the inevitable unhappiness I would feel if I overslept.

These are just a few ways I’m using trays – for more ideas, visit my Pinterest board dedicated to trays!

How are you using trays in your home?