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By Meredith Bernstein of Sterilite Corporation

It's Spring, with Summer on its way! Birds are tweeting. Flowers are blooming. Kids are riding their bikes. Baseball is in season. Ice cream trucks are riding around. It's time to prep the garden and plan summer camping weekends. 

May flowers have begun blooming, now that April showers have done their job. However, if more is added to gardens - vegetables, fruit, herbs, flowers, etc. - a trip to the store is needed. Stores are stocked and there are plenty of associates eager to help make the vision become a reality. 

Soil √

Tools √

Seeds/plants √

Pots √

It's most idea to get everything needed in one store visit, but oftentimes, when visions become a reality, last minute needs come up and require more trips to the store. However, if there are extra supplies once the garden is in good shape, Gasket Totes are the ideal storage solution to keep the supplies protected until next year. Extra soil? No problem! Store it in a tote and rest easy knowing the strong latches and gasket are teaming up together to keep the pests, moisture and air out during the harsh winter months, whether it's stored in the basement, garage or attic.

After the gardens are planted and summer vacation and long weekends start, camping is a popular family-friendly option, keeping everyone entertained. Now is the time to start taking the camping supplies out from storage so they are easy to access.

Tent √

Sleeping bag √

Air mattress √

Blankets √

Gasket Totes come in two sizes, making it easy to find the storage space needed for all the different camping supplies - 20 and 30 gallons. Plus, as an added feature, each Gasket Tote has a domed lid which offers extra space when needed. Perfect for taking advantage of every inch of storage space.

Once the Summer is over and kids return to school, it'll be time to store all the camping gear away with the garden supplies. Gasket Totes are built with recessed lids and channeled walls, giving each one added strength and rigidity, which allows secure stacking to help take advantage of the vertical storage space. Be certain all stored items will be well-protected and safeguarded during those harsh winter months with the 20 and 30 Gallon Gasket Totes!

                     

April Showers Bring May Flowers

By Michaela Coyle of Sterilite Corporation

It's that time of the year again. The ground is thawing, the days are getting longer and it's finally warming up! Perfect time to get outside and get your spring cleaning in full swing. What better place to start than the garden?

Getting outside for fresh air and vitamin D is so important for the soul. Warmer days are ahead so what project should jumpstart your spring cleaning? Cleaning up the aftermath of the winter season. The cold winter leaves behind all kind of debris in the garden that needs to be cleaned up so your flowers can bloom and also improve your curb appeal.

Cleaning up can be made easier when you have the best storage solution for your garden necessities! Sturdy clear storage boxes can keep all your gardening tools, hoses, soil and more neat, organized and contained from season to season.

Sterilite's Clear Stacker Line, is available in multiple sizes and is the ideal storage solution for organizational challenges around the home, especially in the garage. The smaller sizes are great for organizing the garage shelves and the larger sizes are perfect for those bigger items that you store in the garage but want to ensure they are still protected. These Storage Boxes were designed to be modular - stack same or different sizes together for efficient use of vertical storage space!

With these Clear Stacker Boxes, your garden essentials will be stored safely and keep your garage space tidy year round! So plant those seeds and let the April showers bring May flowers!

Make Laundry Day a Breeze with Weave!

By Cassie Beigel of Sterilite Corporation

Nobody likes laundry day. It’s one of those chores that seems never-ending, and especially with kids that love to make a mess there are always piles of clothes, sheets, and towels building up that need to be washed. An effective organizational system in the laundry room can make all the difference when it comes to tackling the chore. Sterilite’s Weave Laundry items will not only help to sort and contain, but will add an aesthetic decorative touch to the laundry room!

The Sterilite Weave Laundry Hamper is the perfect stylish solution for concealing dirty or clean clothes in the laundry room. Place two or three hampers against the wall near the washer to hold clothes sorted by fabric type or color, such as by lights, darks and whites. This will make doing a load of laundry much easier, and the baskets’ weave pattern will provide ventilation to help prevent any bad odors from filling the room.

Storage space is crucial in the laundry room for holding all laundry needs. Keeping detergent, dryer sheets, fabric softener, etc. out in the open can give the room a cluttered, unorganized feel. Sterilite’s Weave Baskets come in three convenient sizes, Small, Short, and Tall, and are a great solution for holding all of these laundry items. The Tall Weave Basket conveniently fits bigger items such as detergent, while the Small and Short Baskets are perfect for smaller laundry needs. The baskets and hamper use the same modern weave pattern which gives the laundry room a cohesive, attractive look!

With these Weave Laundry items, the laundry room will be transformed into a space that everyone will be envious of!

CLEARing Out the Closet

By Alexi Migneault of Sterilite Corporation

Don't let winter dampen your mood, being stuck inside because of frigid air is the perfect excuse to just lay up in blankets and watch movies! But what's even better than that is organizing one room at a time because with organizing comes great benefits: you'll stay warm from moving around, you'll clear out your clutter in time for warmer weather, and you will feel less stressed with a cleaner, more organized home!

The ClearView Line is the perfect solution for all sorts of organizing needs and wants! With seven different sizes ranging from 6 quarts to 60 quarts - with this amount of size range the opportunities are endless. This line also includes one box that can fit perfectly underneath beds so you can finally utilize that empty space between the frame and the floor!

Here are some items perfect for storing away:

• Clothing for any season
• Wrapping paper
• Children's toys
• Shoes
• Blankets
• Accessories

The options are endless with the ClearView Line and with the clear base and lid, items are easily seen and accessible and the Sweet Plum adds that beautiful pop of color! 

Stackers for the “Win”ter Storage!

By Meredith Bernstein of Sterilite Corporation

Snow days mean no school and it’s the perfect time for playing outside!  The kids will immediately be looking for their waterproof clothes, boots and any other fun items that were stored away last year. The organization of these items from the prior year will quickly be appreciated when working from home because it’ll be easy to find everything in one place!

The Modular Stacker line is offered in 6 convenient sizes – for both Totes and Clear Storage Boxes – and makes the perfect solution for all winter storage needs. Plus, the sizes interstack with each other, allowing you to take full advantage of vertical storage space in the same footprint.

Some ideas for items to store away are:

• Winter clothes and accessories such as gloves, hats and scarves
• Boots for everyone in the house
• Snow toys
• Ice skates
• and more

In addition to stacking, the Stackers are sturdy and rugged so items are well protected during the “off season”. They may be stored in closets in the house as well as the attic, basement, garage. Also, some sizes may be easy to fit under a bed, which is perfect for items that may be needed sooner than others!

Organize After the Holidays!

By Michaela Coyle of Sterilite Corporation

Countdown to Christmas is here! Soon all of that running around, holiday shopping, and food prepping will come to an end and you will be ringing in the New Year!

But first, we need to store the decorations, leftover wrapping paper, ornaments and festive wreaths. It’s so important to organize these items and store them safely from year to year. Here are some must-have holiday storage products!

The new Sterilite 40” Wrap Box is perfect for storing away even those taller rolls of wrapping paper until next season. It’s slim and stands up vertically which makes for efficient storage. When it’s time to start wrapping the clear Wrap Box is easy to identify and keeps contents protected from dust and damage, which is a plus!

Un-decorating the Christmas tree may not be as enjoyable as decorating but it’s a must when trying to get your house back in order. Using the Sterilite Stack & Carry- 2 Layer Ornament Box makes it easy to store ornaments away and it’s adjustable to fit small and large ornaments in the same box.

Totes or storage boxes are great for storing larger decorations, but when you need to store an artificial wreath, it can get tricky. The shape is unique which is where the Sterilite Nesting Wreath Box comes in handy. It has a built-in wreath hanger which will keep the wreath in place and maintain the shape from year to year.

Once you have all of your storage ready to go, you can sit back, celebrate the holiday, and plan for the smoothest transition into the new year.  Appreciate the quality time with friends and family, and enjoy all of the delicious food. Happy Holidays!

How to Throw an Epic Halloween Party!

By Cassie Beigel of Sterilite Corporation

With Halloween right around the corner, why not get into the spooky spirit even more this year by throwing an epic Halloween party? Have family and friends come dressed in their costumes and make it one to remember, with everything from festive drinks to haunted décor. With these party ideas, all guests - kids, teens, and adults, are guaranteed to have a good time!

The first step to planning an epic Halloween party is decorating. Transform your home into a haunted house with pumpkins, streamers, spider webs and more. The Sterilite 64 Qt. Latching Box is perfect for storing away these spooky decorations. The festive Purple and Orange lids and tinted base make the stored contents easy to identify so there’s no problem locating them year after year.

The Sterilite Ultra•Seal™ 8.1 Qt. Bowl is the perfect container to make a ghoulish punch in for guests to enjoy. Add in food coloring or candy spiders to a favorite drink recipe for a fun Halloween themed twist. Along with other festive treats or candy, place this punch on the table with a ladle in the bowl to make it easy for guests to help themselves throughout the party.

It’s important to have an activity to keep the kids entertained during the Halloween party. Bobbing for apples has been a popular seasonal fall game for years. Not only is this game exciting but it is extremely simple to set up with very few supplies needed! The Sterilite 18 Gal. Tote is the perfect size for the kiddos to bob for apples in. Fill the tote about 3/4ths of the way with room temperature water, and add 5 apples or so to the tote. Have the kids take turns getting timed on how fast they can pick up an apple out of the water with their mouth without using their hands. Of course, make sure the winner gets a prize!

Let the festivities begin - Happy Halloween! 

Snack-eriffic On-The-Go Solution!

By Meredith Bernstein of Sterilite Corporation

Kids are back in school and fall sports are quickly being kicked into high gear! It’s difficult keeping up with schedules and getting kids where they need to be - and all prepared… and fed. Finding time for snacks can be a struggle and sometimes completely forgotten in the hustle to keep up with the day. If the kids remember at home, they are often reaching for the junk food instead of the nutritious options to keep them fueled up.

Plan ahead with the Divided Case and have a good mix of nutritious options with the other favorite snacks. It has removable trays, and one tray is split into separate sections, allowing for the perfect assortment. Plus, if this is being split amongst two children, no one has to keep count of who ate how many and rather just assign certain sections to each kid. Some ideas for snacks include:

• Fruit: Strawberries, blueberries, grapes, mandarin oranges
• Vegetables: Peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes
• Savory snacks: Pretzels, chips, crackers
• Drinks: Juice drinks, water

The Divided Case is designed to be able to stand up on its side so it fits easily in the car and takes up little space when setting up on the sidelines.

Once the game starts, release the latches and open the case. The lid stays open on its own so it’s very easy to start reaching in and enjoying snack time. Plus, with the easy-to-clean plastic, there is no hesitation to place it on the ground.

If there are multiple people snacking at the same time, take out a removable tray as needed. It can be a little easier to take what you want from one removable tray at a time and then switch trays with the person sitting next to you.

Once the All Star is done playing one sport, he can snack with ease in the car on the way to the next game. The variety of snacks will keep him energized and ready for game 2!

Soak Up the Last of Summer!

By Michaela Coyle of Sterilite Corporation

Summer is slipping between our fingers as the end of August quickly approaches and it should be cherished. Whether you’re planning for your fantasy football draft or a Labor Day celebration, a cookout is a great way to soak up the last of summer!

Preparing for a hosting event can be stressful but creating a list and prepping early can make it less stressful and more enjoyable with friends and family.

Getting everyone together can be difficult when coordinating with busy schedules and weekend obligations but make the rest easier by grabbing the Ultra•Seal™ food storage containers. You can store all the extra food and keep the leftovers as fresh as the day they were prepared.

The Sterilite Ultra•Seal™ 16.0 Cup Rectangle is the perfect size for those colorful kabobs. Chicken, steak, peppers, onions all on a skewer and grilled to perfection.

There are multiple other sizes of the Ultra•Seal™ food storage containers to choose from for the array of fruit salads, pasta salads, and garden salads you’ll be sharing. For the assorted chips and other snacks, the Sterilite 6 Qt Bowl is the perfect party size.

One of things that will be most missed about summer is the chance to cook outside so take advantage of this weather and soak up the vitamin D while we still can!

Back to College Ready!

By Cassie Beigel of Sterilite Corporation

While enjoying summer days on the beach under the sun, the last thing someone wants to think about is heading back to college for the start of the fall semester. Unfortunately, bags don’t pack themselves and getting prepared to move into a college dorm room needs to happen at some point during the summer fun. Going back to school can be overwhelming and it’s difficult to remember all the things one needs to pack for a new dorm room. Dorm rooms typically aren’t the biggest which is why it’s important not to overpack and be clever with fitting all necessary belongings in that one room. Maximizing storage is essential when there is limited space!

The Sterilite Wide 3 Drawer Cart is a perfect storage solution that doubles as a great nightstand to keep next to the bed in a dorm room. The cart’s three wide drawers can hold anything from textbooks to clothes to bedside necessities. Instead of carrying a heavy nightstand from the car to the new dorm room on move-in day, this cart has casters on the bottom making it easy to transport and move wherever needed.

Community showers can be a new concept to many when moving into college for the first time. The luxury of being able to keep all bathroom and shower products stored in the bathroom doesn’t exist when living in a dorm. The Sterilite Bath Caddy is perfect for holding shampoo, toothpaste, body wash, and all other essentials to and from the bathroom. Keep this caddy somewhere in the room where it can be quickly grabbed on the way to the bathroom to take a shower or brush teeth before class.

Of course if someone lives in a dorm, they’re going to need something that makes bringing laundry back and forth from the building’s laundry room as effortless as possible. The Sterilite 1.75 Bushel Ultra™ Wheeled Laundry Basket was practically made for a dorm room! Its wheels and handle make it extremely simple to transport clothes and take away from the dread of laundry day. This basket can even be used as a hamper for storing dirty clothes.

These three items will make living in a dorm a lot more manageable. Good luck and happy moving!

Rainy Day Art Station!

By Cassie Beigel of Sterilite Corporation

When the kids get out of school for summer vacation, it can be difficult to think of ways to keep them entertained every day. Of course the pool, beach, or park are great spots to go on a beautiful sunny day, but what about on a rainy day? Being a mom stuck inside with the kids all day because of poor weather can be exhausting, which is why it’s ideal to prepare for those days with activities to keep the kids busy indoors for hours. A great idea is to set up a rainy day art station in the corner of the playroom or living room and stock it with all the essential art supplies for your kids. Art and crafts allow kids to express their creativity in a safe and fun way, so it’s a win-win for everyone!

Of course practical storage to contain art supplies is important for keeping this art station neat and organized. Everyone knows how messy kids can get so something that is easy to take supplies in and out of comes in handy. The Sterilite Stack & Carry 3 Layer Handle Box is perfect for holding both smaller and larger craft items. Each layer can be unstacked for easy access to the items in closed. The top layer has a divided tray which is perfect for storing smaller items such as stickers, pompoms, and stamps while the bottom two layers can be used to store larger items like scissors, glue, and paint.

If a child loves to draw pictures to be hung up on the kitchen fridge or wall, markers and colored pencils are probably their favorite art supplies. The Sterilite Pencil Box can hold every color of the rainbow in colored pencils and the lid snaps tight so that the contents inside shouldn’t be going anywhere - no more colored pencils rolling onto the floor!

Paper for the kids to create beautiful masterpieces on is the last essential needed to complete this rainy day art corner. The Sterilite Wide 3 Drawer Unit can conveniently fit paper as big as 12”x12”. Colorful construction paper, scrapbook paper, and printer paper can be held in each of the three clear drawers where it is easy to identify and access.

Now that the art station is complete, all the art supplies needed will be available to the kids at any point they feel the urge to create. This art station is guaranteed to keep the kids busy for hours this summer where their imagination can shine!