How to Quickly Shop at IKEA — The Realistic Organizer

Yes, there are ways to navigate through the maze of IKEA quickly. And it is even possible that your stress level might remain relatively low during this experience. Following these simple steps—as well as knowing about one of the biggest kept secrets in all IKEA stores—will get you in and out in about as much time as it takes to say “wtf” to any IKEA assembly instructions.

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IKEA is not the kind of store you just go strolling through. Or at least it isn’t for me. I get lost. I get stressed. I get panicked. And then I end up spending $25 on a 5 storage bins I don’t even need but I walked right into them and they were only $5 and who doesn’t need an extra storage bin (this girl doesn’t, that’s who).

I have to go to IKEA with intention.

I create a shopping list online before heading out, then send it to myself and adhere to it strictly when I’m in the store.