Getting organized doesn't have to involve a full weekend of work.
Sometimes just focusing on organizing a small area in your home, like a bedside table in the bedroom or a jumble of beauty accessories, can make a big difference.
These 20 products will help you get organized in every room in the house, all for $ 20 or less!
For the bedroom
Getting organized in the bedroom generally means managing visual clutter;
Two easy ways to do this are to commit to a daily bed-making habit, which will instantly make the room seem neater, and to keep your clothes more or less stored.
But the bedroom is also a place where we keep electronics (like cell phones and tablets), stacks of books to read at bedtime, and small personal care items (like bottles of hand cream or tubes of lip balm).
All of those things can create a confusing-looking space instead of the oasis of calm that you'd like your bedroom to be.
Object plate ($ 16; anthropologie.com)
A pin tray like this tray will help keep those little personal care items under control;
Use it to hold lip balm, cuticle cream, glasses, etc., so those helpful items are always nearby when you need them.
Ceramic tray ($ 19.95; amazon.com)
We are in love with this ceramic tray option also for any surface of regular use, and its message.
Invisible Book Wall Shelf ($ 16; urbanoutfitters.com)
Books and magazines can take up valuable space on nightstands and dressers, but this wall shelf can be mounted to free up surface space while keeping your books close at hand for nighttime reading.
Brighttia Rose Gold Cable Organizer ($ 9.98; etsy.com)
Charger cables are another set of things that can create a chaotic look in the bedroom.
This cable manager is a nice solution to an ugly problem.
Echogear Outlet Shelf ($ 14.99, originally $ 19.99; amazon.com)
If oddly placed plugs mean you have to leave your phone on the ground while charging, a plug shelf will give you a perfect place to store smaller items while plugged in.
For the closet
The secret to an organized closet is first knowing what you have and what needs to be organized.
After all, a closet has more than just clothes!
A few smart and cheap purchases can make a difference when it comes to creating order in a closet.
Closet Shelf Divider, 2-Pack ($ 18.99; wayfair.com)
Many cabinets are equipped with a long top shelf that can be easily mixed.
A shelf divider will create recesses that can be used to store a stack of sweaters or to keep a small collection of bags in order.
Matte Black Hook Scarf Hanger ($ 5; target.com)
Especially in winter, bulky scarves need a place to go so they don't end up strewn all over the place.
This scarf hanger has wide openings that can accommodate heavy knit scarves as well as thinner silk scarves or even belts.
Polyester storage bin (starting at $ 14.99; amazon.com)
We often store things like umbrellas, wrapping paper, reusable shopping bags, etc.
in our closets, and a soft-sided bin can be a great way to keep those things from getting lost in the back of the closet.
Whitmor Gunmetal 4 Pair Boot Stand ($ 20.49, originally $ 24.99; amazon.com)
Bulky and oddly shaped shoes like boots can be another source of closet clutter, but investing in cheap support will solve the problem and help prevent your boots from being damaged due to improper storage.
For the bathroom
The bathroom serves as a storage space for everything from cosmetics to towels to household items like cleaners and toilet paper.
Keeping those items organized can be a real challenge, but finding solutions to specific problems has never been easier.
Here are some of the smartest bathroom storage ideas.
Hair Care Organizer ($ 14.99; containerstore.com)
Hair dryers, flat irons, curling wands, hair brushes ... Styling tools can certainly take up a lot of space!
A hair care organizer will help keep those things in an easily accessible place.
Sriwatana Floating Shelves ($ 16.99, originally $ 22.99; amazon.com)
If you have a bathroom with limited built-in storage, make use of vertical space by placing floating shelves and using mini storage baskets ($ 9.99; amazon.com) to hold small items like hair pins, first aid supplies, or grooming tools.
MDesign Toilet Tissue Bin ($ 9.99; amazon.com)
Storing paper items can take up valuable space in a bathroom, but this toilet paper holder not only provides storage, but using the side of the toilet tank for storage means a replacement roll is always exactly where you need it to be .
For the kitchen
The kitchen is surprisingly a lot like the closet when it comes to organization - there tend to be one or two problem spots, and those spots can vary from kitchen to kitchen.
From the refrigerator to the pantry, here are some smart solutions to messy problems.
Wayfair Basics Wrap Organizer Shelving Rack ($ 12.99; wayfair.com)
A food wrap organizer is a smart way to store boxes of food storage bags, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap, making them more accessible for when storing leftovers or preparing lunch to go.
Evelots Under-Shelf Basket ($ 17.99, originally $ 19.99; amazon.com)
Cabinet space can be expanded by installing an under-shelf organizer that hooks over existing built-in shelves.
IDesign Plastic Drink Can Organizer Binz Refrigerator with Lid ($ 15.29, originally $ 16.99; amazon.com)
Having a ton of cans in your fridge can take up a lot of space.
This organizer stacks them, and has a top so you can put things on top of them.
It can also be used for everything from fruits (so you can see them before they go bad) to other canned goods.
Removable Lid Organizer ($ 12.99; containerstore.com)
The lids on pots and pans are oddly shaped and can be difficult to keep organized.
A lid organizer solves that problem.
For the home office
Home offices aren't just places to work, they often do the double duty of storing items that don't belong in another part of the home.
Having flexible storage solutions can help corral pens, paper, label makers, mailing supplies, etc.
Solejazz 3 Tier Storage Rolling Cart ($ 20.99; amazon.com)
A rolling cart is a favorite of professional organizers for its flexibility and small size.
Use it to store everything from traditional office supplies like notebooks and rubber bands to crafting tools like hot glue guns or ribbons to electronics like printers or labellers.
Fintie Vegan Leather Phone Stand Desktop Organizer (starting at $ 13.99; amazon.com)
Finding desk organizers that do double duty, like a pencil and a cell phone holder, is a smart way to kill two birds with one stone.
Extra Narrow Stackable Plastic Utility Bins (starting at $ 1.99 each; containerstore.com)
Many home desks don't have a lot of built-in storage space, so if drawer space is limited, a set of narrow stackable plastic containers can create storage where there isn't.
Room Essentials Solid Bathroom Wastepaper Basket (US $ 5; target.com)
And finally, don't forget that having a trash place is an important part of staying organized in a home office!
A small basket can also double as a recycling bin if you find that your workspace is forever filled with empty soda cans or water bottles.
Note: The above prices reflect the price at the time of publication of the article.
