Comments on: Organized tool kits http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/ Daily tips on how to organize your home and office. Sun, 27 May 2012 03:16:33 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 By: twosandalz http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39583 twosandalz Wed, 22 Jul 2009 03:00:23 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39583 I have a camping kit. All the misc items I use live in a plastic bin, ready to go camping. Duct tape, hammer, rope, Mad Libs, flashlight, matches, trash bags, multi-tool, etc. I call it the box of tricks. The bin doubles as a low table too. I have a camping kit. All the misc items I use live in a plastic bin, ready to go camping. Duct tape, hammer, rope, Mad Libs, flashlight, matches, trash bags, multi-tool, etc. I call it the box of tricks. The bin doubles as a low table too.

]]> By: Erica http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39437 Erica Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:34:44 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39437 I am a crocheter, and I work on the go a lot. I needed something to keep my hooks and notions organized but handy. I found a pattern for a hook case, which was enjoyable to make, and has proved SO useful. Here's a link to a picture (which also has a link to the pattern if there are any crocheters reading this). http://www.flickr.com/photos/30305653@N04/2925214935/ I am a crocheter, and I work on the go a lot. I needed something to keep my hooks and notions organized but handy. I found a pattern for a hook case, which was enjoyable to make, and has proved SO useful. Here’s a link to a picture (which also has a link to the pattern if there are any crocheters reading this).

http://www.flickr.com/photos/3.....925214935/

]]> By: jamie http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39228 jamie Thu, 16 Jul 2009 04:39:18 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39228 i have a: - sewing kit - medicine/first aid kit - computer cleaning kit - office supplies kit - contact lens kit my guitar stuff is accumulating so i probably have to put them together in one kit someday. for now, they just go in the pocket of my guitar bag. the cables and wires i've accumulated over the years, i put them in a kit too. i have a:

- sewing kit
- medicine/first aid kit
- computer cleaning kit
- office supplies kit
- contact lens kit

my guitar stuff is accumulating so i probably have to put them together in one kit someday. for now, they just go in the pocket of my guitar bag. the cables and wires i’ve accumulated over the years, i put them in a kit too.

]]> By: Krys http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39127 Krys Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:34:35 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39127 Laptop travel kit! In a *small* laptop bag, I keep a charged wireless mouse + extra mouse battery, power cord (I have 2, one for the house, one for travel) extension cord, DVD for airplane entertainment, and an extra laptop battery. Laptop travel kit!

In a *small* laptop bag, I keep a charged wireless mouse + extra mouse battery, power cord (I have 2, one for the house, one for travel) extension cord, DVD for airplane entertainment, and an extra laptop battery.

]]> By: gypsy packer http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39086 gypsy packer Wed, 15 Jul 2009 11:31:23 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39086 Hate to repeat myself--the link to McDonald's site is superb! Emergency preparedness kit in a 3 gal bucket is next. Hate to repeat myself–the link to McDonald’s site is superb! Emergency preparedness kit in a 3 gal bucket is next.

]]> By: gypsy packer http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39085 gypsy packer Wed, 15 Jul 2009 11:21:15 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39085 I keep several--a tool kit in a 3-gal square bucket with the purchased canvas apron--square bucket takes up less space in a pickup truck. My cleaning kit, though, is round, has another purchased apron with slots. I use a purse-style bifold travel caddy with meds on one side, toiletries on the other. I keep a purchased kit of Sears battery-operated power tools from a Black Friday sale and intend to supplement that with a ratchet and socket set for auto emergencies. I also have a USB-end kit if needed. My purse could qualify as a kit-multipocketed, multi-functional, carrying sunglasses, meds, camera, phone, and a few cosmetic items. I keep several–a tool kit in a 3-gal square bucket with the purchased canvas apron–square bucket takes up less space in a pickup truck. My cleaning kit, though, is round, has another purchased apron with slots. I use a purse-style bifold travel caddy with meds on one side, toiletries on the other.

I keep a purchased kit of Sears battery-operated power tools from a Black Friday sale and intend to supplement that with a ratchet and socket set for auto emergencies. I also have a USB-end kit if needed.

My purse could qualify as a kit-multipocketed, multi-functional, carrying sunglasses, meds, camera, phone, and a few cosmetic items.

]]> By: Angela Acosta http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39069 Angela Acosta Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:06:03 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39069 I like to go backpacking and I keep all my gear together in one bag. I can't think of anything better that could double as an emergency kit! My backpack includes: a radio, first aid kit, sleeping gear, water treatment tablets, durable clothing and shoes, hygiene kit, a small flashlight or headlamp, granola bars, nuts and dried fruit and water, and spare batteries, etc. It helps that I go by the philosophy of ultralight backpacking, so even my tent and cooking gear weigh no more than 5 lbs. When traveling on long road trips (even if I'm staying in hotels) I grab this bag and my car repair kit. If I ever need to evacuate, I just have to grab my backpack along with the items on my valuables list, and I'm set! Having a kit like this on standby really streamlines the process of going on outdoor trips and provides me with great peace of mind. I like to go backpacking and I keep all my gear together in one bag. I can’t think of anything better that could double as an emergency kit! My backpack includes: a radio, first aid kit, sleeping gear, water treatment tablets, durable clothing and shoes, hygiene kit, a small flashlight or headlamp, granola bars, nuts and dried fruit and water, and spare batteries, etc. It helps that I go by the philosophy of ultralight backpacking, so even my tent and cooking gear weigh no more than 5 lbs.

When traveling on long road trips (even if I’m staying in hotels) I grab this bag and my car repair kit. If I ever need to evacuate, I just have to grab my backpack along with the items on my valuables list, and I’m set!

Having a kit like this on standby really streamlines the process of going on outdoor trips and provides me with great peace of mind.

]]> By: Jeannine http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39067 Jeannine Tue, 14 Jul 2009 20:23:15 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39067 Growing up in North Dakota, my parents required us to have a "Winter Survival Kit" in our cars -- they were usually a small duffel bag with wool ski socks, winter boots, a hat and gloves, extra sweater/blanket, and an energy bar. This was a great idea with icy roads and below zero temps, it could be dangerous if you went off the road while on your way to a fancy event that had you in a skirt and heals. These days we could easily use our cell phones to call for help, but if you're caught in a blizzard, you may be sitting there for a while. These items would keep you warm and nourished until help arrives. Even though I'm now in Nebraska (where the winters are much milder), I still carry a kit like this in my car -- you can take the girl out of North Dakota, but not the Dakotan out of the girl! :) Growing up in North Dakota, my parents required us to have a “Winter Survival Kit” in our cars — they were usually a small duffel bag with wool ski socks, winter boots, a hat and gloves, extra sweater/blanket, and an energy bar. This was a great idea with icy roads and below zero temps, it could be dangerous if you went off the road while on your way to a fancy event that had you in a skirt and heals. These days we could easily use our cell phones to call for help, but if you’re caught in a blizzard, you may be sitting there for a while. These items would keep you warm and nourished until help arrives. Even though I’m now in Nebraska (where the winters are much milder), I still carry a kit like this in my car — you can take the girl out of North Dakota, but not the Dakotan out of the girl! :)

]]> By: Carol http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39066 Carol Tue, 14 Jul 2009 20:16:43 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39066 I purchased a tool kit that had a tool bag rather than a hardcase with slots. It's roomy enough I can easily toss in extra tools and if I ever acquire too many tools, I can easily upgrade to a larger toolbox/toolbag. I mainly bought it because it had many of the tools I needed for a fraction of what it would cost to buy everything seperately. I purchased a tool kit that had a tool bag rather than a hardcase with slots. It’s roomy enough I can easily toss in extra tools and if I ever acquire too many tools, I can easily upgrade to a larger toolbox/toolbag. I mainly bought it because it had many of the tools I needed for a fraction of what it would cost to buy everything seperately.

]]> By: cv http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39065 cv Tue, 14 Jul 2009 20:02:31 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39065 I agree with the person who said pre-made kits aren't always the best. Some work fine, but they're not very flexible. I has a tool kit for a while that had a nice little selection with a spot for everything, but when I added new things - a different kind of pliers, a pair of goggles, different drill bits - there was no place to put them. And I pretty much always run out of the regular size bandages in a first aid kit long before I get around to needing the gauze or bee sting stuff or whatever. So kits are great, but homemade ones, or at least ones that are easily modified or expanded, are sometimes better. I agree with the person who said pre-made kits aren’t always the best. Some work fine, but they’re not very flexible. I has a tool kit for a while that had a nice little selection with a spot for everything, but when I added new things – a different kind of pliers, a pair of goggles, different drill bits – there was no place to put them. And I pretty much always run out of the regular size bandages in a first aid kit long before I get around to needing the gauze or bee sting stuff or whatever. So kits are great, but homemade ones, or at least ones that are easily modified or expanded, are sometimes better.

]]> By: Jim http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39064 Jim Tue, 14 Jul 2009 19:51:50 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39064 I have an old Cool Whip container in my car with gauze, Neosporin, ace bandages, band-aids, tweezers, tape, etc. It's water-tight and airtight enough that it will last a long time before needing replacement. I have an old Cool Whip container in my car with gauze, Neosporin, ace bandages, band-aids, tweezers, tape, etc. It’s water-tight and airtight enough that it will last a long time before needing replacement.

]]> By: Nana http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39063 Nana Tue, 14 Jul 2009 19:17:51 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39063 An emergency kit in EACH car. OC Fire & Rescue advised a backpack for each family member (including the dog). Heavy and/or wheeled tote may not be feasible. Include emergency contact numbers (both in and out of area) and some comfort food. Remember to review every year, replace and replenish as necessary. An emergency kit in EACH car. OC Fire & Rescue advised a backpack for each family member (including the dog). Heavy and/or wheeled tote may not be feasible.

Include emergency contact numbers (both in and out of area) and some comfort food. Remember to review every year, replace and replenish as necessary.

]]> By: Celeste http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39062 Celeste Tue, 14 Jul 2009 19:07:04 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39062 These great ideas about disaster kits remind me of that emergency box that Suze Orman sells which keep all of your crucial financial stuff in one spot. These great ideas about disaster kits remind me of that emergency box that Suze Orman sells which keep all of your crucial financial stuff in one spot.

]]> By: mdm http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39059 mdm Tue, 14 Jul 2009 18:53:08 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39059 First aid absolutely. I pack in kids soccer bag.. I am known as the mom with the bandaids.. :) First aid absolutely. I pack in kids soccer bag.. I am known as the mom with the bandaids.. :)

]]> By: Sky http://unclutterer.com/2009/07/14/organized-tool-kits/comment-page-1/#comment-39056 Sky Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:44:58 +0000 http://unclutterer.com/?p=6002#comment-39056 I keep a Rubbermaid box in the trunk of my car with a blanket, water, tools, plastic bags, first aid kit, flashlight, etc. It has come in handy a few times. I keep a Rubbermaid box in the trunk of my car with a blanket, water, tools, plastic bags, first aid kit, flashlight, etc. It has come in handy a few times.

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