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The Best Tips to Get Your Home Super Organized

All the solutions you need to declutter your garage, bedroom, kitchen, and more.

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They don't call it the Life-Changing Magic of Tidying up for nothing. Whether you're all in on the Marie Kondo craze or simply need some mess-clearing solutions before guests arrive, follow these expert-approved organizing tips to tackle clutter in every part of your home. There are hacks for spaces of varying shapes and sizes: the most-visited rooms (bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchens), popular nooks and crannies (drawers, closets, and kitchen cabinets), and places that become the catch-all for, well, everything (desks, dresses, and shelves). The choice is yours: Declutter your entire home or pick a few organizing methods to take control of your home one small step at a time. As a result, you might even free up some extra space ... which isn't an excuse to fill it with more stuff, just sayin'.

1

Let Color Handle Sorting

Teal, Aqua, Turquoise, Azure, Publication, Shelving, Book, Collection, Turquoise, Shelf,
A Bowl Full of Lemons

Manilla file folders have nothing on this pristine color-coded set. Finding important papers barely requires reading labels — just a glance toward the right color to find exactly what you need fast.

See more at A Bowl Full of Lemons »

2

Store Lids in a CD Holder

Plastic, Paint, Office supplies, Transparency,
Hip 2 Save

We bet the compact disc holder you bought in the '90s is now collecting dust in your attic. Give this outdated organizer a helpful new purpose by using it to store plastic lids.

See more at Hip 2 Save »

3

Make Car Seating Work Harder

Bag, Luggage and bags, Trunk, Baggage, Vehicle door, Box, Plastic, Suitcase,
The Castro Family Happynings

Plastic shower pockets hold everything a mom could possibly need on a road trip (or, heck, a supermarket run) with kids.

See more at The Castro Family Happynings »

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4

Repurpose a Magazine File

Lipstick, Stationery, Writing implement, Pen, Office supplies, Bouquet, Cosmetics, Cut flowers, Desk organizer, Paper product,
Kathleen Kamphausen

Corral hot tools (once they've cooled!) on a vanity with a decorative magazine holder.

5

Reclaim Garage Ceiling Space

Lighting, Room, Interior design, Red, Floor, Drawer, Ceiling, Light fixture, Cabinetry, Cupboard,
A Bowl Full of Lemons

A utlity space is perfect for hanging sturdy racks overhead. Try this trick for storing seasonal items you don't always need to access quickly.

See more at A Bowl Full of Lemons »

6

Double Up on Hangers

Blue, Textile, Teal, Turquoise, Aqua, Pattern, Azure, Electric blue, Knot, Linens,
The Shabby Creek Cottage

Hooked together with a can tab, two hangers eat up way less closet space.

See more at The Shabby Creek Cottage »

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7

Corral Tools on a Towel Bar

Wood, Cable, Hardwood, Wire, Wood stain, Handle, Hose, Circle, Strap, Electrical supply,
The Cavendar Diary

Make better use of your shed's doors by hanging everything from spades to the garden hose with a towel bar.

See more at The Cavender Diary »

8

Stop Clothing Slippage

Product, Pink, Clothes hanger, Magenta, Musical instrument accessory, Camouflage,
In My Own Style

A few coils of pipe cleaner mean strappy tanks and slippery silk blouses won't wind up on the floor as you flip through them.

See more at In My Own Style »

9

Embrace the "Drop Zone"

Blue, Room, Bag, Teal, Turquoise, Aqua, Clothes hanger, Home accessories, Zipper, Pillow,

It seems counterintuitive to your battle against clutter to create a place where you leave piles of stuff. But just like a piece dark chocolate can satisfy your sweet tooth (and help you avoid a sugar binge later), a dedicated spot for everyday items is the stopgap that prevents your entire home from eventually looking like a tornado hit it..

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10

Store Spices in Tic Tac Boxes

Product, Tan, Plastic, Rectangle, Material property, Packaging and labeling, Box, Cardboard, Personal care, Cylinder,

Streamline your pantry (or create a travel-size spice rack) by ditching cumbersome half-empty bottles for slim, compact Tic Tac boxes.

Get the tutorial at Seattle Sundries »

11

Use Cabinet Sides for Storage

Room, Green, Interior design, Plumbing fixture, Interior design, Floor, Tap, Home, Sink, Plumbing,
Homemade Ginger

Get wet sponges and scrubbers off your countertop by placing them in desk organizers hung on the side of nearby cabinets (an ever-underutilized space).

Get the tutorial at Homemade Ginger »

12

Block Clutter With Something Pretty

Serveware, Dishware, Petal, Room, Bouquet, Flower, Table, Plate, Interior design, Interior design,

Since it's often too easy to just throw things anywhere, flip the script and make it harder to cause a pile-up. "Place a plant, a figurine, or a framed photo on your side tables, or add a table runner or centerpiece to a dining room table," says professional organizer Maeve Richmond.

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13

Hang Jewelry on a Pegboard

Pattern, Circuit component, Resistor, Circuit prototyping, Circle, Electronic component, Passive circuit component, Diode,
The 36th Avenue

Eliminate tangles, dents, and messy piles when each necklace and earring has an individual hook. By framing the pegboard and painting it a soft, inviting color, it doubles as wall art and doesn't come off as utilitarian-style storage.

See more at The 36th Avenue »

14

Organize Pot Lids With a Tension Rod

Serveware, Dishware, Plumbing fixture, Porcelain, Ceramic, Kitchen utensil, Plumbing, Sink, Plate, Silver,
The Complete Guide to Imperfect Homemaking

Find hidden extra space in a drawer by adding just one rod. Lids rest easily on it, and stand out of the way of your other cookware.

See more at The Complete Guide to Imperfect Homemaking »

15

Make Hidden Spaces Look Pretty

Serveware, Home accessories, Plastic, Household supply, Shelving, Food storage containers, Box, Basket, Jug, Pitcher,
Crafts a la Mode

This utility zone might be hidden from guests, but you still have to look at it every day. Choose furniture-like pieces (like this blogger's green drawer-turned-tray) and wrap the interior with patterned contact paper to inspire you to stay tidy.

See more at Crafts a la Mode »

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16

Corral Underwear With PVC Pipe

Purple, Magenta, Easter egg, Violet, Collection, Natural material, Dye, Easter, Basket, Bowl,
Infarrantly Creative

Storing undies in cute compartments helps you instantly see every pair you own. Plus the painted pipes offer an extra bit of fun to your everyday routine.

Get the tutorial at Infarrantly Creative »

17

Wrange Purses on Shower Hooks

Product, Bag, Red, Photograph, White, Fashion accessory, Pattern, Style, Luggage and bags, Beauty,
Courtesy of Ursula Carmona

Bent to the side, these bathroom staples keep your bags off the floor.

See more at Homemade by Carmona»

18

Teach the "One In, One Out Rule"

Purple, Collection, Plastic, Craft, Creative arts, sunflower,

Kids need to understand that storage is finite, and that continuing to collect eventually leads to clutter and chaos. When they get a new toy or new jeans, the old ones can be donated.

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19

Protect Clothes With a Pillowcase

Textile, Linens, Napkin, Home accessories, Clothes hanger,
Bumblebee Linens

Fashion an instant garment bag by cutting a slit in the closed end of the case, and slipping a hanger through.

Get the tutorial at Bumblebee Linens »

20

Contain Pesky Plastic Bags

Petal, Present, Paper product, Hardwood, Rectangle, Gift wrapping, Wood stain, Party favor, Paper, Party supply,
Grow Creative

If a bloated pile of grocery store bags is taking over your cabinet space, stuff them into empty tissue boxes for a handy, compact solution.

See more at Grow Creative »

From: Good Housekeeping US
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