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    35 Items To Shop If The Thought Of Getting Organized Seems Overwhelming

    Let's just start with a few basics.

    1. An expandable desktop organizer complete with drawers so you can tidy up your WFH station. You can adjust the organizer to the exact specs you need to accommodate your bustling Funko Pop! collection and your monthly true crime reads. 

    the white desktop organizer with grey linen pull-out drawers
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I love this product so much! It arrived fast, was simple to put together and customize to best fit my son’s needs for distance learning. It’s an attractive alternative to the metal mesh options and there is quite a bit of storage. I feel so much better about the start of the school year now that my son’s desk is set up." —Jules

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in four colors).

    2. A ventilated cable box to get rid of your chaos of cords gathered in a ball on the floor. It'll also help prevent pets and little ones from potential danger.

    before photo of messy cords on the floor
    an after photos of the cords neatly placed inside the ventilated box

    Promising review: "So glad I bought this product! All of the cords under the desk in my home office for the computer, keyboard, speakers, printer, etc were a big jumbled mess. This cable box makes the area look so much more neat now. It’s also a million times easier to clean under the desk because I’m not having to pick up all of the cords to sweep and vacuum around. It also hides the power strip and now my cat can’t accidentally knock a plug out of it when he lays under the desk by my feet. Another plus — when my friends come over with their toddlers, there won’t be a power strip just sitting out and tempting them to play with it and possibly hurt themselves. Definitely recommend!" —Ashley Flaga

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes and two colors).

    3. An velvet storage ottoman you can use in your bedroom, living room, or walkway as a footrest, or a coffee table. What's cool about this one is that it opens to double as a storage.

    a reviewer photo of the ottoman lid turned over to use as a table
    a reviewer photo of someone opening the ottoman to show the deep storage inside

    Promising review: "This was the easiest thing to assemble and it's so nice! It's perfect as a small side table to a chair in our small loving room. It looks more high end than expected because of the velvet pleats. The flip top and storage is versatile and it has an overall stylish look." —Andrea

    Get it from Amazon for $52.99 (available in 14 colors).

    4. A pot lid rack and pan organizer rack so you can avoid all those clanging noises every time you reach for a pan to make mac 'n' cheese.

    Promising review: "This product may have saved our marriage! A simple solution to a complex problem. Our cabinet that held the pans and lids turned into an avalanche of despair every time we wanted to use a pan. We gave up on trying to find the correct lid. Now we have a simple stack of pans in the cabinet with biggest on the bottom and smallest on top with their corresponding lids hanging in the same order from the door on this nifty organizer. My wife is still wondering what to do with the extra time and lack of stress every time she goes to grab a pan or lid." —AmosJK

    Get them from Amazon: the lid rack for $9.67 and the pan rack for $16.97 (available in two colors).

    5. A wall-mount broom holder if you're tired of knocking over all the cleaning supplies in the corner of the closet every time you reach for a broom. It's also great for people who live in studio apartments who need to maximize every ounce of space they can.

    This holder has five spring-loaded slots that can be adjusted to fit any handle size and six retractable hooks.

    Promising review: "These broom holders are amazing. We bought two (put one in our laundry room utility closet and one in our garage) and love them so much we bought a third! Super easy to install, and super easy to use. Love that there are also hooks that fold out! Keeps our long-handled items so much neater and easier to reach." —JennN.

    Get it from Amazon for $14.97.

    6. A tea bag organizer so you can easily see when your stash of peppermint tea starts to get low and realize that you never need to buy English Breakfast for the rest of the year (you have more than enough). You can also use it to organize your condiments!

    a reviewer photo of the tea bag organizer filled with tea bags
    a reviewer photo of the tea bags inside one of the tea compartments from the tea organizer

    This organizer has nine tea rows that can slide in and out or be removed and put back. It also has two additional storage drawers at the bottom for extra bags or to store sugar packets and other tea essentials.

    Promising review: "This is my favorite thing in the world. I love it. We ordered two (actually my husband bought me one for Christmas and then the second shortly after) and drilled holes in the back and hung on the pantry wall. It cleared up a lot of shelf space and made it super easy to see my ~vast~ selection and easier to tell when one is running low. The plastic is sturdy and the bins have little guides on the bottom but they fit back easily if you take the whole drawer bin out. I’ve decided to make little labels for each as well. I’m completely obsessed and have been drinking LOTS more tea since it’s so fun to use." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $17+ (available in three colors).

    7. A set of interlocking bins to customize your drawer with the exact storage solution you need.

    a junk drawer unorganized
    a junk drawer now neatly organized using the interlocking bins

    Promising review: "Love it. What a difference it made to our junk drawer! Before things were so hard to find and falling behind the drawer. Now the same amount of stuff is in there, but we can actually find what we need. Wish I did this earlier. Super configurable." —Alaina

    Get an eight-piece set from Amazon for $11.02+ (available in three options).

    8. Or, a set of clear plastic bins that'll offer the same versatility.

    Promising review: "I bought these to put in my nightstand drawer to store small things, as the drawer is very deep. I've got ChapStick, hand lotions, a small flashlight, and other bedside items in them so they're not just rolling around the drawer. I just bought some more for my bathroom vanity. They fit together nicely but also lift right out of each other. The plastic is sturdy, and they came individually wrapped to keep them from scratching." —Sparkyj

    Get a six-piece set from Amazon for $14.99.

    9. A hanger stacker because you step on a hanger at least once a day. Now, you can neatly stack them, which makes it easier to find a hanger when you rush to your closet to hang up your newest thrift store finds.

    a reviewer photo of a messy box full of hangers
    a reviewer photo of the hangers stacked neatly on the rack

    Promising review: "Working in retail for a million years, I know how amazing these can be in keeping your life less chaotic! I put off ordering for months, and I'm mad at myself that I did, because these beat a box of hangers hands-down! I ordered two — one for dress/shirt hangers and one for skirt/pant hangers. They seem to be made of the same metal that I've used in retail stores, appear to be sturdy, and are super easy to assemble!" —KatieLee333

    Get it from Amazon for $26.27.

    10. A hanging shoe shelf that you can think of as like a bookcase for your shoes. Which genre shall you wear today?

    messy shoes not staying on a small shoe rack
    shoes neatly stacked in the hanging shoe shelf

    Each organizer can store up to 30 pairs of shoes.

    Promising review: "This thing is very sturdy, more than others I have had. As a shoe addict, I have had my trials with other organizers. Most break after too much time or the canvas just sags and collects dirt. Not this one! The top hanger is metal and very sturdy and each shoe compartment has a strong bottom board = no sagging!" —Libby

    Get it from Amazon for $22.75.

    11. Some expandable drawer dividers to help you divide and conquer the mess of your drawers. How did you ever function without it? Mom would be so proud.

    Promising review: "These are the greatest for organizing stacks of clothes in deep drawers. Installation is quick and easy, and they can be moved if you decide to reconfigure. I love this product! I highly recommended." —Lou Powers

    Get a pack of four from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in five colors).

    12. A makeup organizer that'll give you back inches on your bathroom counter, as well as the ability to find your favorite matte lipstick in little to no time.

    gif of someone spinning the makeup organizer to give a 360 view
    a review photo of makeup organized

    Promising review: "Love, love, love it! It was perfect for what I needed. I have a small space in my bathroom to house my beauty needs so I needed something that was compact, but would keep my stuff organized and at my fingertips. This was the perfect fit for me. I liked the transparency of the organizer so there aren't any hidden items and WOW the space you have for all you items is abundant. I'm not a makeup enthusiast so I don't have a ton of beauty products, but I do have a decent amount and a variety. I literally filled this with all my needs and I still have room to put more. It was super easy to assemble and the spin feature was smooth and moved easily. It isn't a cheap piece of plastic, but you wouldn't want to drop it or mishandle it as I'm not certain it could take that kind of an impact. Now time to go shopping and fill it up some more." —Connie Escamilla

    Get it from Amazon for $34.99.

    13. A bamboo counter organizer to give your bathroom more of a spa-like feel. It can hold your daily ~can't live without~ products and bathroom decor, too.

    a review photo of the wooden counter organizer with body products on a bathroom counter
    Abby / Wayfair

    Promising review: "Very nice swivel bamboo organizer . Really tidies up the sink area . Can be used for make up, toiletries, shaving products and much more. Great quality" —Stacy

    Get it from Wayfair for $45.99.

    14. A Battery Daddy because it's more like a battery ~zaddy~ that can hold up to 180 batteries, saving you the time you would normally spend rummaging through random drawers searching for a AAA for your Fire TV Stick remote. At a glance you'll be able to notice which batteries you need, and it comes with a battery tester so you'll know when your batteries are about to die.

    Promising review: "If you have a bunch of batteries sitting in boxes, blister packs, or an open container, this will help you organize them and find them later. The case is big and provides a good AA-heavy storage setup. The included tester is a great addition, and let me know which ones to throw away or recharge instead of just storing them. It holds the batteries securely in place but still keeps them easy to extract." —Aphoid

    Get it from Amazon for $15.60.

    15. A set of clear drop-front shoeboxes for ultimate sneaker protection, to eyeball your selection while piecing together your OOTD, or to use as a pretty rad backdrop for selfies. They'll keep your favorite kicks dust free and pristine until the next time you rock them.

    a reviewer photo of the drop front shoeboxes stacked in two columns in a bedroom
    a reviewer photo of the clear shoeboxes opened to show how the case opens

    Promising review: "I’ve been a shoe person for many years and every time I move, I’m confronted with the problem of packing up my shoe obsession. This has been a great way to show me all of my shoes so I don’t have to read the box to find the pair I want to wear (I own a lot of Nikes hence many orange boxes). It feels good being able to easily put shoes away when I'm done wearing them for the day, and it’s great feeling organized." —N.O-S

    Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $39.99.

    16. A shoe rack organizer that'll make for a great entryway catch-all for your work bag, shoes, and more. It even has a place to store your umbrella or yoga mat.

    the entry way organizer that has shoes an umbrella a purse a plant and a stack of magazines on it
    Wayfair

    Promising review: "Great for small spaces that need organization. Have a wall heater by my back door so getting something larger wasn't optimal. It lines flush with the wall, so no bumping into it. I use the top shelf with basket and keep our dogs stuff there. Then use the other shelves for my outside shoes. The umbrella holder can also hold winter gear like ice scrapers as well." —Arya

    Get it from Wayfair for $51.19 (originally $84.99).

    17. A water bottle organizer so you can quickly grab your favorite water bottle before sprinting out of the door without having to search in the sea of mugs, glasses, cups, and NOT water bottles in your pantry. And look how much space it saves!

    a reviewer photo of water bottles in the water bottle storage organizer inside of a pantry
    a reviewer photo of water bottles inside the water bottle storage organizer inside of a pantry with room for other glasses and coffee mugs

    Promising review: "I love this product. So excited to get my water bottles organized! Using these stackable shelves, I can store the same amount of bottles in much less space. All four will stack on top of each other but due to the height of the shelves in my cabinet, I only stacked two per shelf. All my water bottles fit. I have several 30-ounce Thermos bottles, which fit fine. I have a couple of CamelBak Insulated Podiums and they fit too. My other random brands of bottles fit as well. What I was really surprised to find is my wide Nalgene 32-ounce bottles also would fit IF I place them on the top (they wouldn't fit if you were stacking another tray on top of them but sit nicely in the top three slots)." —KGM

    Get it from Amazon for $40.99+ (available in two sizes).

    18. An under desk drawer that'll clear up that collection of random objects that have overtaken your work space. If you're working from home and missing your work desk that had so many drawers to hide your snacks and extra scrunchies, this adhesive drawer will make you smile every time you reach for a pack of fruit snacks.

    the drawer being pulled out from under a desk
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This drawer has a nice low profile and is just the right size for storing pens, a small notebook, my AirPods, and a few charging cables. I needed a little extra storage space on my standing desk, and this drawer has been perfect. The drawer organizer that comes with it is handy, but I’m using it elsewhere instead because I wanted to be able to use the entire space. I have the size large, and the interior measurements are approximately 12”x9”x2”. I’ve had it about four months now, and the adhesive seems to be holding up well." —S.P.

    Get it from Amazon $25.99+ (available in two sizes).

    19. A toy organizer so you can have a place for your baby's favorite toys and all of their accessories. It also doubles as a tool to ease them into chores. "OK little one, let's put all our toys away."

    the toy organizer filled with toys
    the toy organizer filled with toys in the corner of a room to show the amount of space it will take up in a room

    Promising review: "Wow. My husband and I usually like to discuss if a purchase was worth it or not when we buy the item and use it for awhile and this toy organizer was perfect for my son's room! We’re both very happy with our purchase. Not only is this sturdy and has that good quality feeling but it was extremely easy to put together! It took us five minutes and that was it. Also the TOYS it can hold! It holds all of the toys in my son's room!! (The ones that fit) My son used to have a cheaper toy organizer that was cloth and he destroyed that thing within months but with this organizer it is sturdy and there’s not much he can do to try and break it. He is 2.5 years old and it’s very easy for him to access his toys and get what he wants so overall this was a great purchase and I highly recommend these for anyone who has toddlers, classrooms, daycares, kids, etc! You can use these things to hold more than just toys; they could be shoe cubbies, snack holders, books, whatever you can imagine! It’s a great size for little ones and it is just a great product to have." —Destiny Jackson

    Get it from Amazon for $46.65+ (available in five colors).

    20. A cutlery organizer tray to help you notice when your cereal bowl collection far outnumbers your clean spoons. Time to run the dishwasher.

    a messy cutlery drawer
    an organized cutlery drawer using the organizer tray

    Promising review: "I thought this would be handy and help with space management in a small apartment. It turned out to be absolutely perfect. It keeps the silverware clean and stores a lot in a very small space. I love it. I got two, because I inherited my grandmother's silverware, so there are two types of forks and two types of spoons, and I wanted things separate and organized. Two organizers fit side-by-side in a standard apartment drawer. After getting these, I picked up the knife organizer, and it’s just as handy and useful." —Jerimi

    Get it from Amazon for $11.99.

    21. A slotted magazine holder with a sleek design that you can use to store magazines, books, and your favorite vinyl records. 

    Reviewer pic of the rose gold triangle file organizer holding books and notebooks
    same organizer in gold holding reviewer's books about plants

    BTW, there are nine slots!

    Promising review: "I didn’t want anything too bulky on my nightstand, but I like to have several books I like to read in bed. I previously had them stacked on top of each other and found this and was afraid it might be cheaply made, but it is sturdy and beautiful! I’m such a bookworm, and I am in love with this added piece to my room." —SP

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three colors).

    22. A super-slim storage cart to slip extra storage in the teeniest of spaces. It can be used to store cleaning products, condiments and anything else you need to cram nearby for easy access. 

    The three tiered cart next to a bathtub
    A reviewer gif of them sliding the cart out from next to the stove to reveal all the spices

    Promising review: "This has transformed the way my bathroom looks in the best way; I have nothing on my floor and top of my toilet anymore, and it really just makes everything look 10x cleaner!! I wish I would have bought this sooner; literally will do wonders for whatever it is you need to keep clean and organized (just make sure you’re getting the right size, and you’ll be golden!!)." —Monika Fia

    Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in three colors).

    23. A super useful caddy so you'll never have to worry about losing the remote again. And, it's handy pockets are the perfect size for storing a few snacks for couch munchies that tend to creep up during the good part of the movie. 

    Reviewer's couch caddy placed over arm rest
    Reviewer's couch caddy placed over arm rest

    This is also a great product for small spaces, like dorms, where you can hang this over your mini fridge and use the pockets to store utensils or condiments!

    Promising review: "I bought this for the sole purpose of keeping all our remotes in one place. (Let's face it; has a universal remote EVER worked?) So, we now have the remotes each in their own pocket and can grab the one we want right away. Nothing gets lost, the table doesn't get scratched from tossing the remote on the table, and due to the color you barely notice it's over the arm of the couch. This is well made of sturdy fabric, and long enough to tuck under the couch cushion." —Kathy

    Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in four sizes and 26 colors).

    24. An innovative yogurt holder because it's obviously designed by a yogurt lord who knows the struggle of finding your last cup of Yoplait among the other kitchen foods. 

    Model sliding yogurt container out of storage holder
    Four tubs of yogurt placed in yogurt holder inside fridge
    Vandue / Etsy

    Vandue is a small business based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, specializing in home decor products.

    Get it from Vandue on Etsy for $12.87+ (also available in a pack of two and three).

    25. A mid-century bar cart boasting two rectangular trays to not only take up minimal space but be the center decor piece during your Stranger Things watch night. A cocktail inspired by the ~upside down~? I'll take it on the rocks, please. 

    Reviewer image of the black and brown bar cart
    Reviewer image of the gold and brown bar cart

    Promising review: "The overall look of this bar cart is fantastic. It was easy to assemble. You don’t need any tools besides a few things that already given to you in the box. For the price you pay, it’s easy, simple, and effortless to put to put together and the overall carts aesthetic is appealing and looks great. Fits right into my home. Pick this up!" —Chad Sabin

    Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in six styles).

    26. Or, a highly-rated two-tier bar cart exuding ✨ mod chic ✨ vibes in eight different colors to give you the best storage option to blend in with your aesthetic.

    Three images of gold, silver, and pink bar carts
    Wayfair

    Promising review: "An absolutely beautiful option to put all my mid-century glass on top of! I am slowly creating a little collection and this makes the colors pop even more because of the mirror on the top of the cart. Super easy to put together and very sturdy." —Kristin

    Get it from Wayfair for $147.99+ (originally $239.99).

    While you're at it, ~wine~ not get some new wine glasses to really upgrade your at-home bar game?

    27. A plastic bag dispenser ideal for the person who has slipped on a random floating plastic bag, more than once. Me, I am that person. Now, you can keep those bags off the floor in a single, compact, location. 

    A person grabbing a bag through the center opening
    The product on a cabinet door holding bags
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I’m really happy with my kitchen organizer. It is out of sight and holds a lot of plastic bags and now, I no longer have a huge bag full of plastic bags in my pantry. Cleared up a lot of space. Awesome!" —Monica

    Get it from Amazon for $20.49 (available in eight colors).

    28. A produce hammock because you're overflowing with spring fruity goodness and it's starting to take over your counter space. Plus, it's only fair that your fruit gets to lounge around in a hammock, too.

    The hammock holding fruit
    Knapps Knots

    Knapps Knots is a woman-owned business based in San Diego, California specializing in handmade macrame crafts.

    Promising review: "It’s LOVELY! The rods are a little long for under my cabinets but I made it work & it still looks beautiful. I couldn’t be happier. Beautiful craftsmanship. I had no counter space left so I had to have it. I posted to Snapchat & my Instagram and Facebook stories. I have already gotten tons of compliments from people saying they have to get one too! The personalized note & packaging was such a cute touch! Oh and super fast shipping, too!" —Hannah Campbell

    Get it from on KnappsKnots Etsy for $27.90+ (available in two sizes and 11 colors).

    29. bifolding jewelry stand to help you keep track of your trinkets and baubbles so you can see which statement pieces you have to work with when dressing for the Harry Styles concert. 

    The gold bi-folding jewelry stand on a counter with baubles hanging off it
    Simple and Neat / Etsy

    Simple and Neat is a small business based in Seattle that specializes in home storage and organization.

    Promising review: "This is way better than throwing all my accessories in my drawer! It looks so neat and makes looking for earrings so much easier. I’ll probably buy another when I run out of room." —Marlena

    Get it from Simple and Neat on Etsy for $22.99

    30. A 2-for-1 over-the-door mirror and jewelry organizer because you shouldn't have to sacrifice your vanity due to a such a pesky issue like not having enough space. This will allow you to store as many accessories as you can afford and a place to try them on and marvel at their shine.

    Jewelry organizer closed to show mirror
    Reviewer mirror and jewelry holder opened

    This organizer can hang over the door or on a wall. It even has battery-powered LED lights inside to help you see all your jewelry and a lock to keep everything safe.

    Promising review: "This is everything!! It does have that fresh paint slash wood smell at first, which goes away if you air it out or just immediately fill it up with your crap, like I did. It holds everything and more. I'm so happy, the best purchase of my life. Helped me de-clutter so much, organized everything and I really, really just am thrilled with it." —Evna

    Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in five colors).

    31. A fire escape shelf perfect for people who no longer live in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city. It's not only a super-cool piece of decor, but it can also provide a bit of nostalgia.

    Promising review: "I LOVE this shelf. It came in two pieces, not broken or anything, great condition! It definitely takes two people to hang it up. It's got some weight to it, but I love it. I've been wanting this shelf for three years and finally bought it. I was hesitant to spend the money on it, but it was a good buy. Many of my friends who are from NY now want this shelf!" —Ashley

    Get it from Amazon for $137.50.

    32. A shower shelf you can place in the corner of your bathroom or shower to utilize every nook and cranny of possible storage space. And, you won't have to do that awkward traipse through the house for a bar of soap when you forget to bring it with you to the bathroom. 

    Promising review: "This is great for my stand-up shower. There is no space for my things and the shower racks that hang over the shower head were not enough. This fit perfectly in the corner and got everything I needed. Would definitely recommend." —Destinie Arguello

    Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes).

    33. An adjustable wrap stand that'll actually make those clunky boxes look kinda visually appealing.

    vertical organizer with adjustable clips on the side for placing boxes
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Where has this been my entire life? I love that the shelves are adjustable so I can fit a variety of wraps and other household cleaning boxes in it. Easily take out needed box and back it goes. My cabinet is finally neat!" —Jill R

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four sizes).

    34. A customizable drawer system with stick-on blocks you can use to keep track of an assortment of tools, molded to fit the exact tools you need.  

    drawer with tools in the drawer
    a reviewer photo of the inside of a drawer customized to fit a variety of different kitchen tools

    Made of dishwasher-safe silicone. Includes a nonslip base mat and 15 reposition-able Divitz in three sizes. My co-worker Elizabeth Lilly wrote a full review. Read it here: DrawerDecor organizer review (#11).

    Promising review: "Highly recommend if you are tidy person like me 😉" —Kyoko Cohen/Ezaki

    Get them from Amazon for $32.95+ (available in four colors).

    35. A set of TikTok-famous adjustable mug organizers to safely stack and store your mugs. Just like that, your cabinet space just doubled. 

    The round adjustable flat organizers in blue, orange, and black, plus a before and after pic of the mugs unorganized and organized
    Amazon

    Psst — if you want to see them in action, check out this viral TikTok of the mug organizers that's clocked millions of views. 

    Promising review: "I love these cup organizers. I have a small cabinet above where my coffeepot is and these have made it a pleasure to open that cabinet. All cups are organized and easy to get to. They stay right where they should be. No more stacking them inside one another and them falling over when I opened the cabinet. I also use these for some bowls in my dish set. Works great. I just ordered a couple more and I am going to use them for my china cabinet. I wondered when I first bought them because the price was a little high. Worth every penny and more. I can not say enough good about these." —ChefGirl

    Get a set of six (to organize 12 mugs) from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two colors). 

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