Seasonal & Hobby

Get tips and smart storage ideas for organizing seasonal items and hobby-related belongings at home or in storage.

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Easter Unwrapped: From Bunny Lore To Smart Storage Hacks For Easter Decorations

Easter has long been a cherished celebration, from cotton tails and bunny ears to eggs overflowing in baskets aplenty. Blending rites and rituals into a mélange of special traditions that endure to this day, this celebration has gathered families throughout centuries. But have you ever paused to wonder where your furry neighborhood friend, the Easter Bunny, truly comes from? Or why did people suddenly decide rolling eggs downhill was a thing?

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21 Strangest Things People Have Put In Self Storage: The Funny, The Odd, The Moving

If you find yourself wondering about the strangest things people put in self storage, then fasten your seatbelt. A third of Americans are currently using self storage — that’s a lot, and odds are that quite a few interesting stories have cropped up in our national cabinet of curiosities.

Couple moving boxes into a self storage unit.

Expert Organization Tips for Self Storage: How and What to Store

Self storage has become more than just a backup plan for people with too much stuff. Its popularity has grown, largely driven by major life events — what we now call the six Ds: dislocation, divorce, death, downsizing, decluttering and distribution. These days, storage units serve as an extension of living spaces, helping people create room for what truly matters while keeping their homes organized and clutter-free.

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How To Store Your Snowmobile: A Step-By-Step Guide

When it comes to how to store your snowmobile, it’s important to go through all the motions. You’ve likely put a lot into it, so the last thing you want is damage from rust, corrosion, or engine wear just because of improper storage. To help you avoid that, we’ve pulled together a few practical tips to keep your snowmobile in top shape when it’s not in use.

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Unleash Your Creativity With 5 DIY Christmas Decorations For 2024

’Tis the season to be jolly and crafty! DIY Christmas decorations aren’t just trinkets — they’re memory keepers, guardians of cherished traditions and carriers of family tales passed down through the years. When crafted with love and a sprinkle of magic, these festive homemade Christmas decorations become timeless treasures, ready to twinkle with the spirit of the season year after year.

Camping Gear Storage 101: From Cleaning to Containers

Feeling the wind in your hair and taking in the fresh air are just some of the perks of spending time in the great outdoors. But when you’re returning from your camping trip or your weekend getaway spent hiking, you’re left with organizing and putting away your gear. It’s not advisable to leave it in your garage among other household items – they can get damaged in time, and next time you embark on an outdoorsy trip you’re likely to dig through piles of tools, camping chairs and other garage “regulars” to find all your camping gear. Proper camping gear storage can help you avoid this situation. That’s why we’ve put together a guide below to help you care for your gear, organize it and properly store it:

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Self Storage Can Help Locals In Baton Rouge To Streamline Their Homes And Businesses

One of the country’s fastest growing economies and a city steeped in rich culture and the trademark Southern sense of community, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is definitely a desirable place to live. But, as the city continues to evolve and expand, residents are often faced with challenges related to storage space, whether it’s temporary storage while moving or remodeling, or long-term storage of seasonal and occasionally used items.

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Easily Find the Perfect Space For Your Belongings With Our Storage Unit Size Calculator

Self-storage is handy for everything from short-term needs when you’re between moves to long-term storage for seasonal items or hobby gear. But how do you know which unit size is the best fit?

Mother and child crafting Halloween decorations.

5 Budget-Friendly Halloween Decorations To Make With Your Kids

When the leaves turn rusty and the air gets misty, it can only mean one thing: Halloween season is upon us! From small tots to grown-ups, All Hallow’s Eve brings the family together for a unique festivity — a dash of mystery, a splash of spookiness and a twinge of excitement. Making Halloween decorations with your kids is one of those creative ways you can participate in the celebration of the fright fest.

A Guide To Storing Collectibles: From Stamps To Furniture, And Everything In Between

The collectibles market in the US(opens in new tab) is currently evaluated at $1.6B, and it’s been expanding steadily over the past few years. From comic books to antiques to vinyl records and even Barbie dolls(opens in new tab), people get attached to a variety of things and end up having sizable collections. And it’s not just a passion – trading collectibles can be quite a lucrative side hustle for some. Of course, you need to be knowledgeable about your chosen field of collectibles, and you must ensure that they’re being kept in pristine condition. Here’s how self storage can help with that:

Elf ears and belt costume

From Stage To Storage – The Ultimate Guide To Storing Your Cosplays

If the perfect weekend activity for you entails finding new ways to precisely replicate Gimli’s armor from Lord of the Rings out of Worbla, lots of hot glue, and altogether too much foam dust, then you’re probably a cosplayer. With a growing assortment of costumes and props, finding adequate storage for your cosplay becomes essential, whether it’s at home or through self storage solutions.

Behind Roll-Up Doors: Why The Rich And Famous Turn To Self Storage

Celebrities are a diverse bunch. Some love the glitz and glam and come with a mountain of stuff which might prove too much even for their mega mansions. Others prefer a minimalist approach in their housing choices and want their homes nice and airy. Then there’s the constant travel between filming or business locations, leaving them in need of a reliable base. Self storage often provides the unexpected stability that A-listers crave, offering a secure spot for their belongings amidst their whirlwind lives.