Templates & Checklists

Storage checklists you can actually use.

Simple checklists for labeling totes, tracking moving boxes, organizing holiday decor, setting up garage bins, and building a home inventory that is easier to search later.

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Start with one container, then reuse the same checklist anywhere you store things.

Start with the storage you search through most.

The best checklist is the one you will actually maintain. These templates are designed to help you capture the basics: container number, contents, photo, location, and the few details that make items easier to find later.

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The essential Totely starter checklist

One-Tote Starter Checklist

Pick one tote, bin, box, shelf, or storage zone.
Add a simple visible number.
Take a photo of what is inside.
Write down 5–10 searchable item names.
Save the exact location.
Search for one item to test the system.
Update the record when contents change.

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Storage Tote Labeling ChecklistUse this when numbering totes, bins, boxes, shelves, or closet zones.

Choose a simple number.
Place the number where it is easy to see.
Keep the visible label simple.
Take a contents photo.
Record the container location.
Add the item names people will actually search for.
Update the record when contents change.

Moving Box Inventory ChecklistUse this before a move, during packing, or when boxes may stay packed for a while.

Number every box.
Assign a room or destination.
Mark open-first boxes.
Photograph contents before sealing.
Add important item names.
Note fragile or priority items.
Save storage unit or temporary location if relevant.

Holiday Decoration Storage ChecklistUse this after decorating or during post-holiday reset.

Group decor by room, setup order, or type.
Number each bin.
Photograph contents before storing.
Note fragile items.
Track outdoor lights separately.
Record where each bin lives.
Update after decorations are returned.

Garage Bin Setup ChecklistUse this for garage shelves, tools, seasonal gear, camping supplies, and household overflow.

Create simple garage zones.
Number each tote or shelf section.
Photograph what is inside.
Add high-search items like cords, batteries, tools, and gear.
Save the shelf or wall location.
Avoid vague “miscellaneous” records.
Review before buying duplicates.

Home Inventory Starter ChecklistUse this to create a simple household inventory without starting a giant spreadsheet.

Pick one storage area.
Record item names in plain language.
Take or attach photos.
Assign items to a container or location.
Add useful details like size, season, or condition.
Keep records practical, not perfect.
Update when items move.

Renter Storage ChecklistUse this for closets, under-bed bins, shared storage rooms, and move-friendly storage.

Choose non-permanent storage zones.
Number bins or shelf areas.
Photograph contents.
Record exact locations.
Track moving boxes separately.
Keep important items easy to find.
Update before move-out.

Craft Supply Inventory ChecklistUse this for vinyl, fabric, yarn, paper, beads, paints, tools, and project supplies.

Group supplies by material or project type.
Number bins, drawers, or shelves.
Photograph contents.
Add searchable item names, colors, sizes, or materials.
Record where each supply lives.
Check inventory before buying more.
Update after big projects.

Small Business Storage ChecklistUse this for shipping supplies, product bins, craft mailers, packaging, and home-based inventory.

Create storage zones for products and supplies.
Number bins, shelves, or containers.
Photograph what is stored.
Add item names people on the team will search for.
Track location clearly.
Check before reordering supplies.
Update when inventory moves.

What every storage checklist should include

You do not need to record every tiny detail. Focus on the details that help you find things later.

Container:: Tote, bin, box, or shelf zone
Number:: 1, 2, 3…
Location:: Hall closet, garage shelf B, under bed
Photo taken:: Yes / date
Top items inside:: Winter gloves, extension cord, …
Season or category:: Winter, holiday, moving, craft
Last updated:: Date
Notes:: Fragile, open first, shared with family

Not sure which checklist to use?

If you are just starting

One-Tote Starter Checklist

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If you are moving

Moving Box Inventory Checklist

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If your garage is the problem

Garage Bin Setup Checklist

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If you store seasonal items

Holiday Decoration Storage Checklist

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FAQ

Questions about these checklists

Are these templates downloadable?

For now, these checklists are designed to be used directly on the page. Downloadable versions can be added later if needed.

Do I need to use every checklist?

No. Start with the checklist that matches your most frustrating storage area. One container is enough to begin.

What is the most important detail to track?

The most important details are the container number, a photo of what is inside, the item names you are likely to search for, and the exact storage location.

Can I use these checklists without Totely?

Yes. The checklists are useful on their own, but Totely makes them easier to maintain by connecting numbers, photos, contents, and locations in one searchable record.

Should I inventory every item in a container?

Not always. Focus on the items you would actually search for later, especially seasonal, expensive, frequently misplaced, or hard-to-replace items.

Turn a checklist into searchable storage.

Start with one container, add a number, take a photo, save the location, and make it easier to find later.

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