So as I said in this post, I was completely out of space to store my ever expanding nail polish collection and the solution I came up with was Michael's version of the Ikea Helmer. I got 3 of those and stacked them on top of one another in the hopes that I would be able to fit ALL of my nail polish in them.
Remember, this is what I started out with:
Did it work? Was I able to fit all of that polish into 3 Melmers?
See for yourself!
It did work! And I was able to fit all of my polish into the Melmers!
Here's my new setup:
As you can see, I still had to keep one of the plastic storage units to hold all of my makeup but I knew that was going to be the case. However now that I know just how much I like the Melmers, I'm thinking about getting a couple more and using them to store my makeup as well.
Also, you'll notice that I have a lot of extra space now (one whole shelf behind my mirror is empty and there's a large open space next to the Melmers), so if/when I need to continue expanding, I have plenty of space to do so!
And here's a closeup of the 3 Melmers:
If you guys are interested in a post that shows everything inside the drawers, let me know in the comments. I don't want to seem like I'm bragging so I won't do that post unless you all want it.
Oh and by the way, that's not a roll of toilet paper in that top cubby, haha, those are my lint free polish remover squares. That roll has I think 1000 squares on it, it was pretty cheap, and they're really great for removing polish. I'm actually thinking about getting a toilet paper holder to attach to the inside of the cubby and attach these on it just like you would a roll of toilet paper.
Anyways, I hope you guys like my reorganization project and if you want to see a more detailed collection post, please let me know in the comments.
i think i speak for everyone when i say i am interested in drawer pictures... haha
ReplyDeleteCompletely agree with rebecca
ReplyDeleteI am very impressed. I honestly didn't think it would all fit.
ReplyDeleteAs for seeing what is inside? Hell yes.
The main reason I check out your blog is to ogle nail polish :P
I'd love to see your stash!
ReplyDeleteOf course we'd love to see what's inside! You really have to ask? Lol. :)
ReplyDeletepost it all please!!!
ReplyDeletelove this setup!
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ReplyDeleteWe all want to see pictures of the inside! :)
ReplyDeleteYou did it, I can't believe!
ReplyDeleteOow those melmers are so cute x)
And I do love to see what's inside!
I really love those new drawers you got. I may have to get them soon... So gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I love the little rack thing you used for your MAC (?) palettes!
wow, I don't know what to say...so all the drawers are filled with nail polishes?...I am definitely impressed...
ReplyDeleteJust chiming in with everyone else, I definitely want to see the insides! Great job on reorganizing!
ReplyDeleteas with everyone else...DEFINITELY want to see whats inside each cubby! I love to see other people's collection! :)
ReplyDeleteYes, would love to see!
ReplyDeleteI would love to see everything inside!!
ReplyDeletelove it much "cleaner" look what is for me important
ReplyDeleteLove how everything is super organised in one corner :-)
ReplyDeleteYes, please post what's inside :-)
It looks great! That said I always loved your set-up!:) Would love to see a post on what's inside the drawers!
ReplyDeletejust show us what is inside, pretty please ;-)
ReplyDeletei'd really like to know *.*
Those little melmers end up holding a lot, don't they? I really like the Michael's storage options, I want some for my makeup as well. They're awesome! I'm going to echo everyone else and say I'd like to see your collection :) It looks great!
ReplyDeleteI wish I had a set up like this! It looks awesome :) Stash pictures are always nice to see :)
ReplyDeleteyes:) I agree with everyone who says take pictures of the drawers.
ReplyDeleteAnd you definitely gave me ideas on how to fix my nail polish set up. My beau is mad that my nail polish is taking up most of the shelves in the fridge.
where did you get the "toilet paper" at?? i'm dying for lint free pads!!
ReplyDeleteand yes the insides of the drawers please!!!! lol.
Let us drool over your collection! I'd love to see the way it looks inside (get an idea of how many fit in each drawer, etc.)
ReplyDeleteLooks great! I just re-organized my polishes into helmers too. I love your set up! I wanna see drawer pictures. Curious on how you organize them.
ReplyDelete...I so need a setup like that!
ReplyDeleteJC!: Yup, those are all of my MAC palettes. And tt's actually a DVD holder! They're super cheap and you can get them at places like Wal-Mart and some dollar stores.
ReplyDeletejEniB: Yup, all nail polish! There's some space left in a few of the drawers for expansion purposes but they've all got polish in them.
mini diva: In the fridge!?
tinko :): I got it at a professional supply store but I imagine that Sally's might sell something similar.
And I'll definitely get a full collection post up for you guys soon. I'm so happy that so many of you want to see it!
lol, I totally thought that was toilet paper. And hellz yes, show us teh stash!
ReplyDeleteWow huge collection. I like seeing how others set up their storage. I have one Helmer and it's not even full with polish. I also use the lint free "toilet paper" haha it's xlnt. Really something to try. I separated it into 2 rolls.
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