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If you're thinking about needing a bigger place, you might want to consider these compact and super space-saving options first.
Promising review: "I have a bit of a t-shirt collection and this tool is a must have! I had been folding by hand but could never get a consistent uniform look but problem solved. This shirt folder is easy to use and maximizes the space on my shelf. It works great on long sleeve shirts as well. The plastic is durable and not flimsy to use. Even came with a nice storage bag. Highly recommend this item. My only regret is not getting one sooner." —Lois
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
It's glare-free, and has an adjustable front light so you can read in ANY lighting condition — including outside and in the dark! The battery life is also now extended so you can read for up to SIX WEEKS on a single charge.
Promising review: "I guess technically it’s a downgrade since I am trading in a 2015 Paperwhite and going with the basic Kindle. I love it so far. Dark mode is the best thing ever! It remembers my dark mode setting so once I hit dark mode, it adjusts back to that setting automatically. (On regular mode, I have it at 17, on dark mode I have it at 7.) It’s SUPER light and feels like you’re holding nothing. The cover I got doesn’t add much weight so it’s very comfortable to hold for long periods of time. I’ve had it a week and use it at least 45 minutes every day and the battery is at 63%. At this rate it’ll last me about a month between charges which is really awesome. I hesitated to get this model because it is, technically, a downgrade, as I mentioned but I feel like I upgraded because the features that enticed me to get the Paperwhite all those years ago are present in this model. It was worth trading in my old model for. I’m very happy with this one." —Great upgrade
Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (available with or without lockscreen ads, and also available in blue). You can also get it bundled with three months of Kindle Unlimited!
The pieces just *snap* together for easy assembly, and the design expands to fit whatever size drawer you have.
Promising review: "Okay, admittedly, I am a bit of an organization freak. I purchased two of these organizers (yes, you do need two PER drawer) to organize my underwear drawer. I agree that $20 seems like a lot to pay for a few pieces of plastic to organize a drawer no one else really sees, but...It's totally worth it. The gratification I got from being able to see exactly what I had, neatly organized, easy to find...Wow. I definitely recommend this product. And the actual dividers are well made and super easy to assemble. As a previous reviewer said, the number of times you will look at your drawer and be totally satisfied makes the price well worth it." —Brigette
Get it from Amazon for $8.92 (drawer dividers also available in the same listing).
Promising review: "I live in a studio apt and work at home sometimes, I needed a desk that could fold up behind couch. It was bigger than expected but still fit perfectly. It is easy to move and is very nice and adds a classy, smart feel to a room. Would recommend for someone with small space who needs to fold up for room." —Faith Miletello
Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (available in two sizes and three finishes).
Promising review: "I’m so glad I bought one of these for my fruit. It’s super cute and keeps it off my counter top. Loved it so much I bought another one for my veggies!" —Jessica Bordoni
Get it from Knapps Knots on Etsy for $27.90+ (available in two sizes and 12 colors)
Knapps Knots is a San Diego–based macrame and wood craft shop run by Anastasia Knapp, who is originally from Ukraine.
Promising review: "I’ve had this charger for over a year and still love it! Great quality and beautiful! Being an interior decorator I wanted something pretty that had to be used daily. This is that solution! It holds my iPhone 8 Plus perfectly and even my husbands iPhone X. It’s nice being able to put any photo in that I’d like. I’ve never had an issue with the charge or the stand staying in place. Hopefully more colors are made in the future!" —Larissa Whitt
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in three colors).
It works with men's, women's, and kid's shoes — heels and flats!
Promising review: "I will spare you the horrific 'before' picture of the complete nightmare that was my closet floor. Just imagine a dusty mess with shoes thrown all over each other in a sad attempt at giving some appearance of order, and you will have a good idea of why buying this shoe organizer was one of the best ideas I've had this year. The floor now looks so neat and tidy I can't believe my eyes every time I open my closet doors." —Veronica, just an average reader, you know?
Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $29.95 (also available in multipacks).
Spice racks only *wish* they could. These drawer liners are made of a soft foam to keep your jars in the right position (label up!) so you can quickly grab what you need. And you can trim 'em to fit your drawers!
Promising review: "This is one of my favorite things I've ever purchased from Amazon! I think this will be my go-to gift for all of my friends who love cooking as much as I do! Freeing up cabinet space and having something that can so easily be rinsed off in the sink makes this a for-sure buy!" —momonono
Get a 10-foot roll from Amazon for $13.49+ (also available in beige).
Because of the velvet coating, spaghetti straps and slippery fabrics won't keep falling off. And unlike similar options, reviewers promise the flocking does *not* come off of these and all over your clothes.
Promising review: "These hangers do all the work for me. I was finally inspired to rid myself of flimsy tacky dry cleaner hangers and bulky plastic ones — I’d have to size up my clothes in order to determine which ones wouldn’t slide off the plastic. With these hangers, everything works, and the velvet is like an easy-to-use magnet for my clothes. Nothing slips. The space-saving design makes a surprising difference. I share a small master closet and thanks to these hangers my side is roomy and organized now." —E. Marshall
Get a set of 50 from Amazon for $29.99 (available in eight colors).
Promising review: "This was a gift for our 93 year-old mother to replace a vintage KitchenAid mixer that had come to the end of its life. We needed this smaller size to fit in a cupboard built specifically for the departed mixer, so it could not be over 13" tall, plus it could not be excessively heavy if mom was to lift and move it around. The mini was perfect and the handle on the mixing bowl also helps as we deal with some limitations caused by arthritis. 3.5 quarts is perfect for the type of baking she loves doing -- totally sufficient for a large batch of cookies, a normal size cake, plenty of dough for rolls to serve at a family gathering (she's obviously not running a bakery) and there really is nothing mini about the mixer! After using the beaters and dough hook that are standard -- mom is ecstatic! She's back to baking and loves the upgrades that have occurred over the last 40 plus years." —peaceful1
Get it from Amazon for $379.95 (available in nine colors, plus bundles with attachments).
Choose from either Command strips or wood screws to attach to your cabinetry (shoutout to renters who want their security deposits back).
Promising review: "Ahhh! Life saver and space saver. These doodads take up so much room in drawers or look hodgepodge in the mixing bowl when not in use. This makes storage purposeful and out of the way. You need this if you have multiple attachments for the mixer. I may need to invest in more hangers as I accumulate an attachment for every purpose." —jlavoie2
Get it from 3D Home Solution on Etsy for $12 (available in three colors).
3D Home Solution is based in Texas and makes all kinds of home organization solutions that'll make you think "Huh, why didn't I think of that?"
Promising review: "This is amazing and I have no idea I didn’t buy one of these years ago!!! My new stove wouldn’t get close enough to the wall to allow me to rest anything on top without it falling behind. This was absolutely PERFECT. I am very happy that the magnets provided were able to be moved. This allowed me to place them perfectly for maximum hold because my top was slightly curved." —JStill
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three colors and three sizes from 24" to 30".) It also comes in a deluxe version for $49.99 with four magnets instead of the standard two).
Stove Shelf is a small biz, and all shelves are manufactured in the U.S.
Promising review: "A simple but very useful product. We have purchased six of them for our own use plus to give as gifts. The bottom line is this product works, does what it claims it will do which is to remove jar lids. It is easy to mount underneath a cabinet, in the kitchen. So far my wife nor I have found a lid we can't remove using this device. With it permanently mounted it is always in the same place and not lost in some drawer. We have one in the kitchen of our house and our motorhome. It is well-built and should last for many years. Everything needed to install is included." —Joe B.
Get it from Amazon $14.16.
It also comes in a version just for knives.
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 $9.99 (available in three colors and two sizes: one just for cutlery and one for cutlery and larger kitchen utensils).
It comes with four hooks attached and can hold up to two pounds. Reviewers use it come
Promising review: "I installed this key rail beside my front door and hang both my keys and my facemarks on it when enter my home. I haven't lost track of my keys since I put it up and don't walk out the door without a mask on. Installation was easy and fast and so far the key rail has stayed on the wall where I put it." —P.B. Reader
Get it from Amazon for $15.96 (available in black and white).
I finally listened to my own advice and bought one of these. It clips easily on my pots, even though the walls are thick and slightly curved at the top. I can dump out pasta water without having to dirty a whole-ass colander (or even store one in my New York City kitchen), and set the pasta aside to dry in the pot until I'm ready to mix with sauce or serve. And I just toss it right in the dishwasher for the next use!
Promising review: "I cannot say enough good about this strainer. It fits all my pots from small to huge, even frying pans! I have strainers, colanders, every kind of lid converter...........This strainer is the best ever. When the pot is too heavy for me to hold to drain off the water, with this I can still hold on with both hands, and then when it is mostly drained, I set the pot in the sink to continue to drain. Washes up like a dream, or toss in the dishwasher. I do not know how I lived without this strainer. Now I can get rid of probably 20 items out of my kitchen!" —SGA
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in five colors).
Just hang five hangers along the bottom, then release one of the hooks hanging from your closet rod. Look how compact it gets!
Promising review: "I've been struggling for years for find the best way to maximize my closet space, until now! I have been pleasantly surprised and impressed! I find these hangers easy to use (they come pre-assembled. No fighting to get piece to fit just right, etc). It's easy to see exactly what items are on the hanger too which is a big plus! I've already placed an order for two additional sets. I'd definitely recommend this product to someone who fights to utilize every inch of closet space they've got in their home or apartment!" —Emily
Get a pack of 24 from Amazon for $29.99 (available in three colors and in packs of 6 through packs of 50).
That means you'll stop dropping your shampoo bottle on your foot. OW! Just hang this from your shower curtain rod, and voila!
Promising review: "We are apartment living, so storage is always an issue, and the bathroom is no exception. No one in the household could take a shower without crash/boom as you're knocking something down sitting on a shelf or the bathtub rim. This is a game changer. There are so many pockets with so much room in each, I actually have space left over. My husband's back scrubber, my shampoo and hair care, my daughters bubble baths, bath floofies, all fit with room to spare. And the pockets are all a nice height so I'm not crouching to find anything. The curtain is clear so I didn't have to change the 'pretty' one for decorative purposes, and it doesn't affect light that way either. Either way, I am super pleased, and I am keeping this link handy in case another one is EVER needed." —goodnight graci
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in grey).
Aaaaand it has nine temperature options, from 250-410°F, and heat up in just 30 SECONDS so you can get out the door faster.
Promising review: "If you've ever used a curling wand you know different sizes and shapes will give you different looks. This clever product gives you five options in one! The smaller one will give you tighter ringlets while the biggest will give you looser waves. I typically use the bigger ones for my hair. The glove it comes with works great but I've gotten used to the method of just wrapping my hair around the iron with no need for it. How much hair and how long you hold it will also affect the curl. If you use less hair/hold it longer your curls will be tighter and more defined. If you use more or hold it for less time you will get looser more soft waves. This will give you the ability to achieve different looks with less space taken up under your sink." —AFB
Get it from Amazon for $54.99.
And if you already have curls or coils and are looking for a heat-free styler, check out these foam curling rods ($14.99 on Amazon) that reviewers with everything from 3A to 4C hair swear by.
And if the photos above aren't enough, check out these photos to see two massive stacks of tees sealed into a Space Saver the width of a SODA CAN!
Promising review: "This was my first time ever using any type of space saving bag. I went w/ the jumbo size based off other reviews. My closet was over flowing with extra blankets (bulky comforters), sheets and pillows so I needed to do something & this was definitely the something! This was EASY and incredibly space saving. I would 100% but these again, and in other sizes too. I didn't use the hand pump, I just used our vacuum (cordless Dyson) & had no issues at all." —Jamie Emerson
Get a set of six jumbo bags from Amazon for $39.99 (available in six sizes).
I have these, and they ARE SO GREAT!!! I store my off-season clothing in them (and have also used them to help me move before). All my sweaters got *so* compact. Check out my space-saving vacuum bag review for more.
Gotta maximize that vertical space, friends.
Promising review: "Sturdy and lightweight, this closet rod doubled my available space in seconds. There is plenty of space on the top rod for longer shirts and tops and shorter ones fit perfectly on the lower rod, without gracing the floor. Hangers stay in place and don't slide to one end or the other based on how heavy items are and so far the rod hasn't sagged or bowed at all. And I have all my sweatshirts and heavy fleece jackets on the bottom rod. Space will obviously depend on the height of the closet rod you hang this from, but I would highly recommend this for anyone with need of more closet space!!" —CCBunE
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
They can hold planters anywhere from 4" to 10" in size and can hand from nails or hooks in the wall or ceiling..
Promising review: "Second time I’ve bought these, I love them! The colors are gorgeous and true to the pictures, they are sturdy and the perfect length. Will buy again!" —Zoe
Get it from Olivet Co. on Etsy for $6+ (available in 27 colors).
Olivet Co. is a woman-owned Etsy shop based in L.A. making macrame garlands and wall hangings.
This stylish upholstered one has a ~hydraulic mechanism~ that lifts the mattress up *for you* so you can access the generous storage space beneath.
Promising review: "This bed is an excellent value. I'm pretty handy so I would say it was fairly easy to put together but took around two hours total assembly (I think unpacking every individual piece took up a lot of time too). The hydraulic function works perfectly and the bed feels solid. Storage space is great and we fit a ton of stuff underneath." —Tim Nguyen
Get a queen-size from Amazon for $775.19 (available in sizes twin–queen and five colors and fabrics).
Check out our storage bed review (#6 in the post) to learn more about why she loooves the storage space in this bed!
Promising review: "Don't know what the 'flavor' category means with respect to these wine bottle stoppers but the stoppers work as advertised. A local vineyard was using them in their sample room so I assumed that since a vineyard was using them, they would work as advertised and they do. You can lay a wine bottle flat and it won't leak. Nice that it filters out cork crumbs." —Lawrol
Get it from Amazon for $8.93 (also available in several multi-packs).
If you don't have a free door, you can also mount it on any wall.
Promising review: "I put this on the back of my closet door and it has totally changed my jewelry game! Being so organized and being able to see what I have all in one place and clearly has made it like shopping from my own closet. And the fact that it's a mirror AND a jewelry holder in one is even more awesome. Everything in one place, looking so organized, beautiful, and super functional has made me feel like I am winning at adulting, haha. Get it, you won't be disappointed! Just make sure you air it out." —Dhanashree108
Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in eight colors and finishes).
Promising review: "Excellent shipping, item was packaged exceptionally well to prevent damage. The frame is very thick metal and sturdy with just enough rustic charm to fit with my vintage boho style decor. The baskets have a heavy duty metal frame so these will hold up well to even heavy use. I may need to purchase another as I think this may have been claimed by my cat as a very fancy wall mount cat bed lol. Kitty approved." —Tiffany B.
Get it from Holistic Habitat for $219.
Holistic Habitat is a woman-owned home decor brand based in North Carolina making chic and functional items you'll use all the time.
Just sliiiiide it on your shelf — that's how easy these are to "install."
Promising review: "These are excellent quality, sturdy and well made. I appreciate that when slid in place, the front of the basket lines up flush with the edge of the shelf (some lesser brands protrude a bit beyond the shelf, making it impossible to close the cupboard properly). Look no further — these are the best deal you'll find." —peggydf
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $32.99 (also available in black and in larger sets).
You won't let it get lost in the clutter of your shared space, and it just looks really cool.
Promising review: "So amazing!!!! Love, love, love! My family is constantly making various grocery lists and now it’s so nice to have one hanging on the wall in plain view! Thank you!!!!" —Shannonn
Get it from Infinite Abyss on Etsy for $48 (available with brown or white paper; add extra rolls to your order for $10).
And because the hangers are open-ended, you can just slide pants on sideways rather than feeding them through like traditional hangers. Easy!
Promising review: "Lightweight, space-saving, and very helpful! Since I don’t have a big closet, I used to fold my pants in the drawer, but now I can use the hanger to hold the pants in the closet without any wrinkles. Yeah!!!" —vivianocean
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $14.96.
It works as a contact grill, panini press, full grill, full griddle, and half grill/half griddle. Tl;dr: dinner is all set!
Promising review: "I really like the Cuisinart Grill. It is just the right size and cooks both sides of the food item evenly and at the same time. The grill plates have two sides, one for grilling steaks or panini sandwiches, and the other side for grilling pancakes, eggs, bacon, etc.. It is easy to set the the temperature to handle different items. The grill plates are non-stick and are easily removed for easy cleaning. The grill has a removable try that collects grease and runoff from whatever you are grilling. Very easy to remove and clean. Also, the grill has a floating top grill that automatically adjusts for the thickness of your food item. I am very happy with my purchase, I use this grill several times week." —JW
Get it from Amazon for $93.99 (also available in deluxe and panini models). You can also get removable ~Belgian waffle~ plates for $39.95.
Reviewers also attach the racks to old furniture to make cool DIY bars!
Promising review: "Had some counter space that was a bit small and no outlet. Wanted to make it into a wine/bar area and this rack did the trick! So easy to install and I love the gold finish. Definitely recommend it." —Raquel M.
Promising review: "I didn't do anything fancy with this but needed to free up some shelf-space in a cramped kitchen. It came as described, the dimensions were as described and the hardware was there so it took a matter of minutes to install. Seems nice and sturdy so far and I like that you have to lift the glasses to take them out so there's less risk of accidentally bumping them and causing them to fall. I do think about wine more now that I see the glasses every time I walk into the kitchen!" —Tollpatschig Aubs
Get it from Amazon for $21.93 (available in four colors and finishes, including brass for a more ~bar cart~ vibe and four sizes/configurations).
If you can't sacrifice the closet space, you can also hang this over a door if you add a rod, according to some reviewers!
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! There are 30 compartments, which means it holds about 30 pairs of shoes for women. I am able to fit three pairs of flat sandals in some compartments but some wedges/heels requires a slot for each shoe because of their height. So it probably averages to holding 30." —Elizabeth
Get it from Amazon for $31.06.
No installation — just sliiiiiide them right on your shelves (they fit any shelves up to an inch thick).
Promising review: "Cannot believe I lived without these. These are seriously amazing! I cannot believe I waited so long to buy these and get my closet in order. Great price and came with eight in the package! Slipped on my shelves easily without any damage. They hold my clothes in place and give me so much more room!" —Cherise Kachelmuss
Get a set of eight from Amazon for $29.99 (also available in a set of four).
Promising review: "I love this makeup organizer! I could not believe how inexpensive it was, because it is very well made! I wanted to wait a while before reviewing it to see how it held up. It's been almost two months and I have not had one problem with it! And, this is the longest my makeup has stayed organized. I highly recommend. I purchased two! One with four small drawers and three large drawers. and one with two small drawers and four large drawers. Both have the same organizer on top. The color is awesome! Of course, I love pink —especially this soft pink. If you are looking for a makeup organizer this is the one!" —Shelly
Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in eight colors, and two configurations: three large drawers and four small drawers or four large drawers and two small drawers).
You can easily take if off the wall and close it with the attached elastic cords for on-the-go use, too!
Promising review: "It’s very nice and organized, I love it. I needed to make room on my desk and this helped a lot. I was gonna use hooks to hang it up but after feeling the weight of it with all the papers in it plus my cats eyeing it curiously I decided to use nails instead. Holds up well so far, and I hang my ID badge from it to grab on my way out hehe. I like the size and that it doesn’t take up a lot of space. Very happy with it, was excitedly waiting for it." —Elizabeth Lopez Corrales
Get it from Amazon for $14.98 (available in four colors).
Aaaaaand the lid doubles as a table!
Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord has to say: "I got one of these for my new apartment to stash my candles and ~candle accessories~ in and it's pretty much become my favorite piece of furniture?? I use it to prop up my feet during work hours and sometimes if I want to eat on my couch I'll use it as a tray. It's also sturdy enough to sit on, if I ever wanted to have guests over and needed an extra chair. It was RIDICULOUSLY easy to set up — I had it done in less than ten minutes, and probably didn't even need the directions. It also just looks so darn cute (and comes in so many colors that I'm tempted to buy another!)."
Promising review: "I was using a small foldable step stool in my bedroom to reach the top shelves of my wardrobe. But you know, those things aren’t pretty. It wasn’t be bringing me joy, just begrudging utility. This ottoman brings me joy. It’s pretty, it’s lightweight so I can move it easily to use it as a step stool, and the storage capacity is perfect for things like my nightly moisturizers, my kindle and journals, and other little miscellaneous things." —Monica N.
Get it from Amazon for $54.99 (available in seven colors).
Because after a hard day of organizing, you deserve to put your feet up!
Promising review: "Exactly as described and color accurate to picture. I absolutely love my storage bench! Already have gotten lots of compliments on it. Bench comes assembled, all you have to do is screw the legs into the bench. No tools required. Super easy, and SUPER satisfied with my order. LOVE this bench!!" —GabyG
Get it from Amazon for $169.99+ (available in nine colors).
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