Any parent who’s ever held onto their kid’s outgrown shoes “just in case” knows how quickly that can turn into a messy pile you dread sorting through. But one clever TikTok mom shared an easy fix – using zip ties to keep the pairs together before storing them away. This way, you never have to worry about the shoes getting separated and lost in the chaos. All you do is line up the pairs, thread a zip tie through the backs or pull tabs, and tie them together securely. Then you can just toss them in a storage container without any hassle. It’s super simple, plus you can use bigger ties for bigger shoes and smaller ones for little ones. This is exactly the kind of smart, practical tip busy parents will appreciate.
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How to use and adapt this zip tie method to keep kids shoes tidy
theriault/Shutterstock This is just one of those crazy simple ideas that makes you wonder why more people don’t do it. It’s similar to the hack of clipping tops and bottoms together to keep items as a set, even when they’re in storage. By creating a connection between paired items, you save time trying to hunt down each piece later on, especially when you’re in a hurry.
I had no idea how to store my daughter’s outgrown shoes until I saw this hack! The cable ties keep the pairs together and we’ll store them away in case we need them for any future babies ☺️
You could even use string or rubber bands instead of zip ties if you don’t have any on hand, though those might not last as long. And this trick could be handy for everyday organization too, not just for storing outgrown shoes. Just reuse the zip ties over and over. For delicate shoes, you’d just thread the tie through the tags or laces to avoid creasing. Whether you’ve got a growing family juggling different sizes or just accidentally accumulated a shoe collection, this simple hack can be a real time-saver.
