If you struggle to find your keys, organizing your entryway is essential. Keeping your keys, sunglasses, wallet, and phone in the same spot every time you enter your home will prevent you from being late due to misplaced items. While you can buy an organizer specifically for this, a great entryway storage solution might already be in your kitchen.
Many people use utensil organizers like the AUJEN expandable silverware organizer to sort their flatware, and you may have an extra one lying around. The compartments are perfect for organizing entryway clutter like keys and sunglasses. If you don’t have an unused utensil organizer, thrift stores and garage sales are excellent places to find one for a low cost. These organizers have various upcycling possibilities, such as organizing makeup, toiletries, jewelry, and craft supplies.
How to style your utensil tray into an entryway organizer
There are two ways to use your flatware tray in your entryway – hanging it vertically on the wall or placing it horizontally on your entry table. Hanging it is great for mudrooms or garage entrances, where you enter the house frequently. A mesh flatware tray can be hung on a pegboard or nailed to a cork board next to important items like invites, a family calendar, or backpacks. You can attach keys or sunglasses to the mesh holes using thumbtacks, pegs, or nails. If your main entryway is more formal, a wooden drawer organizer placed on the entryway console or table is a sophisticated option.
Flatware trays are easy to repurpose as you can use them as they are or paint them to match your decor. Acrylic paint is recommended for plastic and bamboo wood, while spray paint works well on any material. You can also create labels for the sections to distinguish keys and sunglasses for different household members. If you prefer to purchase an entryway organizer, the Lwenki key holder for the wall is a stylish option for both the front and back of the house.
