If Clutter Makes You Anxious, You’ll Love These 55 Cheap, Genius Things

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by Maria Cassano

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My space is a direct reflection of my mindset. When my home is cluttered, so is my head — but since I live in a small house with limited storage, keeping things organized is an uphill battle. That’s why I’m always on the lookout for affordable, practical solutions that help me maximize space, minimize mess, and restore my sense of calm. If clutter also puts you on edge, these cheap, genius things can help.

01A 4-In-1 Organizer To Minimize Desk Clutter

This four-in-one desk organizer clamps onto most tabletops (without damage) to maximize space and give everything a designated home. The detachable bin holds your coffee, phone, pens, and other supplies, while the rotating hook holds your headphones — and it has slots and cable holders to accommodate charging cords.

  • Available styles: 3

02A Versatile Bin With A Magnet On The Back

Wish you had a spot to stash laundry pods, dryer sheets, rags, or lint? You can install this laundry bin one of two ways: mount it to the wall with a screw or push pin, or stick it to the side of your machine thanks to its magnetic backing. Its slim design fits in tight spaces and its magnet is “very strong,” according to reviewers. It can also be used around the kitchen, bath, and more.

  • Available styles: 9

03Fridge Caddies So You Can Access All Your Ingredients

Make your own drawers in the refrigerator with this YouCopia fridge caddy. It has built-in handles and smooth-rolling wheels so you can access ingredients all the way in the back — not to mention removable, adjustable dividers for custom-like storage. Made from transparent, durable plastic, it’s earned an average 4.7-star rating from reviewers.

  • Available sizes: 4” Wide — 9” Wide

04A Purse Insert That Comes In Multiple Sizes

“This has made my life so much easier. I don’t have to dig around for anything,” one reviewer wrote about this purse insert, which has an average 4.5-star rating from over 31,000 reviewers. It provides structure and organization in formerly chaotic bags with its felt design and tons of pockets. Get it in several sizes to fit most bags from small purses to roomy totes.

  • Available sizes: Mini — X-Large
  • Available styles: 16

05Game-Changing Drawers With A 4.6-Star Rating

Made from clear acrylic, these stackable drawers go with any decor style or color scheme, so you can use them to organize your bathroom vanity, spice cabinet, crafting area, work desk, or playroom. More than 29,000 reviewers gave them an average 4.6-star rating and wrote that they’re a “game-changer” and a “must-have for a tidy and efficient home.”

  • Available sizes: 4.5” Tall — 6.75” Tall

06Adhesive Hooks To Display Your Hat Collection

Got an impressive hat collection? Display and store it at the same time with these adhesive hat hooks, which are installed without nails or drilling and hold up to 3 pounds when set. Their curved shape is designed to hold baseball hats, flat caps, visors, and fedoras without creasing or damage, but you can also use them for headbands or scarves.

  • Available styles: 2

07A Giant Cotton Rope Basket That Has Reviewers “Obsessed”

Reviewers are “beyond obsessed” with this rope basket and have given it an average 4.8-star rating. Woven from cotton with built-in handles, it’s extra-large with a stylish two-tone design, making it a great way to corral toys, laundry, pillows, bedding, and books while helping all of the aforementioned look intentional.

  • Available styles: 18

08A Roll-Up Organizer For Your Glasses

This travel organizer fits up to five pairs of sunglasses or eyeglasses in its roll-out design, which you can lay flat on a tabletop or hang over a hook. When it’s time for storage or travel, however, it rolls up into a compact pentagon and snaps shut. You can also use it to store jewelry or other small valuables.

  • Available styles: 15

09A Hanger That Holds Up To 20 Bras Or Tanks

Rather than stuffing your bras into a drawer, this bra hanger lets you store them over a closet rod, so you can see your whole lingerie collection at a glance and protect the shape of the cups for prolonged wear. Each hanger has smaller hooks with rounded tips to prevent snagging, and you can use them for sports bras or tank tops, too.

  • Available sizes: 1 — 2
  • Available styles: 2

10Tissue Boxes That Fit In Your Car’s Cup Holder

Never again wipe your nose with the napkins you have shoved in your glove compartment. These car tissues come in stylish cylindrical containers that fit in most cup holders. The “compact tube design is brilliant for travel,” while the “tissues themselves are soft yet strong,” one reviewer wrote.

  • Available styles: 2

11A Countertop Rack For Boards, Lids & Utensils

With an overall 4.7-star rating from more than 2,300 reviewers, this countertop rack has been called “sleek,” “versatile,” and “super convenient.” Its steel design is shaped like a house and has multiple tiers to hold cutting boards, pot lids, and cooking utensils — all in a sturdy, compact fashion that makes your tools easily accessible while cooking.

  • Available styles: 4

12A Self-Draining Sink Caddy With A Clever Design

Great addition to my kitchen,” one reviewer wrote about this sink organizer, while another raved, “This cleverly designed caddy has proven to be a game-changer.” It has three adjustable compartments to hold dish soap, sponges, brushes, and drain strainers, while its stainless steel wire construction and sloped base allow for self-drainage that directs moisture right back into the sink.

  • Available styles: 6

13A Collapsible Basket & Cutting Board In One

Wash, cut, and store your produce with the same kitchen gadget thanks to this collapsible silicone basket, which is great for camping or homes with limited storage. When it’s expanded and the drainage hole is open, it functions as a colander for rinsing, but plug up the drainage hole and it becomes a soaking tub or a display bowl. Finally, when laid flat, it becomes a cutting board for food prep.

  • Available styles: 5

14Suction Hooks That Can Support Up To 11 Pounds

Reviewers are “really surprised” by the strength of these suction hooks. They’re waterproof, hold up to 11 pounds, and attach and detach to most flat surfaces without leaving behind any residue or damage. Stick them to your shower wall to hold razors and sponges, your backsplash to store kitchen accessories, or your mirror to hang accessories.

  • Available styles: 9

15Adhesive Shower Shelves That Are Seriously Strong

I’ve had these drill-free shelves in my shower for over two years now, and the adhesive is still holding strong. They’re made from rust-resistant stainless steel and offer plenty of wall-mounted storage for soaps and bottles, so the rim of my bathtub stays clutter-free. They also have movable hooks for loofahs, scalp brushes, washcloths, and razors.

  • Available styles: 4

16An Adjustable Filing System For Your Lids

“This is the longest my Tupperware drawer has stayed organized,” raved one reviewer who called this expandable lid organizer the “best invention ever!” It stretches from 9.8 to 17.3 inches to fit most kitchens and has six adjustable dividers with 30 labels (both blank and pre-printed), so you can create an accessible filing system for your food storage lids.

  • Available sizes: Large — Extra-Large

17A Caddy That Slips Under Your Mattress Or Sofa Cushion

Slip this felt caddy organizer under your mattress, sofa cushions, or the base of a bunk bed. It’s a convenient stand-in for a side table because its six pockets hold your devices, reading materials, remotes, glasses, and charging cords — all in compact, easily accessible compartments.

  • Available sizes: 13.4” x 18.1” — 17.3” x 18.1”
  • Available styles: 2

18Slip-Resistant Clip Hangers For Your Leggings

Each one of these leggings hangers holds up to 10 pairs in its slip-resistant, rubber-coated clips, which are curved to create a cascading effect so you can see your whole collection at once. “I have limited space so these are a godsend to me,” one reviewer wrote. “They hold quite a few leggings and free up space in my dresser drawers.”

  • Available sizes: 1 Pack — 4 Pack
  • Available styles: 3

19Adhesive Drawers You Can Install Almost Anywhere

Stick this adhesive drawer anywhere you need additional storage. It’s great for holding office supplies under your desk, but you can also use it to store remotes under side tables, cosmetics under vanities, tools or craft supplies under workspaces, or loose packets under spice cabinet shelves. Each one can support up to 3 pounds and comes with adhesive tape for installation.

  • Available sizes: Single layer — double layer
  • Available styles: 3

20A Hanging Diversion Safe That Tucks Inside A Jacket

This hanging diversion safe is much easier to hide than a clunky metal one — not to mention easier to grab in case of emergencies. Compatible with most standard hangers, it holds up to 20 pounds of cash, jewelry, and important documents in its zippered pocket, and its sloped sides tuck discreetly inside jackets so it’s hidden in plain sight.

21Under-Sink Organizers With Pull-Out Drawers

Designed to maximize storage while still leaving room for your plumbing, these under-sink organizers have an offset two-tier configuration with a pull-out drawer on the bottom, so you can access toiletries or cleaning supplies in the back. They’re made from durable, easy-to-rinse plastic, and they come with movable hooks and baskets to store smaller accessories.

  • Available styles: 4

22Shoe Storage Boxes That Fit Under Your Bed

“This is genius,” one reviewer wrote about these under-bed shoe storage boxes, which are “a fantastic solution” because they’re a “space saver” that’s both “easy to pull out” and “tuck back in.” They’re waterproof with reinforced side handles, adjustable velcro dividers, and clear zippered tops. You can also get them with larger cells for boot storage.

  • Available sizes: 16 + 4 — 16 + 16

23A Portable Lockbox For Safe Travel

Set your own four-digit combination to open this portable lockbox and use the cable to secure it to a pole, desk, car, suitcase, or other fixed object. Water-resistant with shock-absorbing foam on the inside, it’s large enough to hold phones, keys, watches, and passports, but compact enough for on-the-go use. “It has quickly become my go-to travel accessory,” one reviewer wrote.

  • Available styles: 2

24A Power Strip Holder For Under Your Desk

Rather than leaving your power strip out on the floor, this under-desk organizer hides it in plain sight to minimize visual clutter and keep kids and pets away from outlets. It installs on most smooth surfaces using a durable adhesive and has multiple cut-outs for wires, plus it comes with zip ties and adhesive cable clips.

  • Available styles: 2

25Clear Organizers That Are Extremely Versatile

At first glance, these shatter-resistant organizers look pretty simple. Once incorporated into their homes, however, reviewers “wish [they had] gotten these sooner!” They’re transparent with built-in handles and removable dividers, so you can use them to store and display snacks in the pantry, ingredients in the fridge, cosmetics in the bathroom, and cleaning supplies under the sink.

  • Available styles: 4

26Temperature-Safe Mixing Bowls That Can Handle It All

Made from borosilicate glass that’s safe in the dishwasher, microwave, oven, fridge, and freezer, these mixing bowls are versatile workhorses for your kitchen. They’re durable enough for food prep, stylish enough for serving, airtight with the included lids, and nest inside of each other for compact storage.

  • Available styles: 5

27Under-Cabinet Hooks For Tumbler Lids

For those with extensive tumbler or water bottle collections, these lid organizers offer an innovative solution. They stick to the bottoms of shelves or cabinets and have metal prongs that slip through the mouth holes of most lids, so you can decrease the height of tumblers or stack them for more compact storage. Get them in silver or black.

  • Available styles: 3

28A Utensil Crock That’s Weighted, Sturdy & Sleek

This utensil crock has earned an average 4.6-star rating from reviewers who called it “sturdy” and “roomy” with a “clean, sleek design.” Its weighted bottom and large capacity hold up to 15 of your most-used kitchen tools, so you can clear up space in the drawer and grab the one you need at a glance while cooking. It comes in five color options, all made from stainless steel.

  • Available styles: 5

29An Adjustable Shelf For Food Storage Boxes

Change the shelf height as needed on this adjustable box organizer to create customized storage for aluminum foil, plastic wrap, food storage bags, parchment paper, and garbage bags. Thanks to its tiered design, you can grab a single box without creating an avalanche, and it has non-slip rubber feet to keep it steady in your pantry or cabinet.

  • Available styles: 4

30Stackable Storage Bags That Hold A Ton

Each of these large-capacity storage bags holds 90 liters of seasonal clothing, coats, bedding, or pillows. The non-woven fabric is breathable but keeps your items free from dust and dirt, the stainless steel zippers are durable, the clear panels allow you to see what’s inside at a glance, and the side handles make for easy portability.

  • Available sizes: 2 x 60L — 10 x 90L
  • Available styles: 6

31Vertical Hangers That Maximize Your Closet Space

If you’re running low on clothing storage in your closet, these space-saving hangers offer a cheap and easy solution. Their vertical design holds up to five hangers in a cascading pattern, so you can store more items across the rod. “My closet organization solved!” raved one reviewer who wrote that they’re “well worth the money” and sturdy enough to hold “winter coats.”

32A Chic Ottoman With Hidden Storage

This storage ottoman increases the functionality of your space threefold: It has a hollow interior with a foam-cushioned lid and a 286-pound weight capacity, so you can use it as a footstool, an impromptu seat, and a discreet place to stash your clutter. Get it in your choice of four colors, all upholstered in chic faux leather.

  • Available styles: 4

33Elastic Bands That Compress & Label Your Sheet Sets

These bed sheet organizers help you compress andyour sheet collections at the same time. They’re made from stretchy, durable elastic that wraps around entire sets while labeling them as Twin, Full, Queen, King, or Blanket. One reviewer called them a “game-changer for linen closet organization,” while others raved that they save time and space.

  • Available styles: 13

34An Organizer That Fills The Seat Gap In Your Car

“How did I ever live without this?” one reviewer asked about this gap seat organizer, which turns the gap between your car seat and center console from an annoying inconvenience into functional storage. With included spacers, it fits most makes and models, prevents items from slipping into the cracks, and keeps your glasses, phone, cash, and keys at the ready.

  • Available styles: 4

35Adhesive Mounts To Store & Charge Your Electric Toothbrush

Get your electric toothbrushes off the countertop while simultaneously creating a charging solution. These toothbrush holders stick to the wall with an adhesive backing that supports up to 4.4 pounds. They also fit the vast majority of popular electric models and have holes in the bottom so you can connect the charging cords when needed.

  • Available styles: 3

36A Slim Storage Cart To Make The Most Of Tight Spaces

I have one of these slim storage carts between my washer and dryer to hold my detergent and other laundry essentials — but you can also slide it next to your toilet to hold cleaning supplies, in an unused kitchen nook for ingredients, or beside the couch for use as a compact side table. It has three tiers with movable hooks, a handle, and caster wheels for portability.

  • Available sizes: Slim — Standard
  • Available styles: 5

37Woven Baskets You Can Wash In The Machine

Place these woven baskets by the door to collect keys, on your desk to corral gadgets, on your vanity to hold perfume bottles and cosmetics, or on shelves to disguise clutter. The set of two comes in six color options, all woven from cotton rope that you can toss in the washing machine if it gets dirty.

  • Available styles: 6

38Adorable Cable Clips That Look like Peas In A Pod

Designed to look like cute peas in a pod, these cable clips hold up to four wires each in their flexible silicone slots, so your chargers are always at the ready but easily removable when needed. The clips come in a pack of three and have durable adhesive on the back, so you can stick them to desks, side tables, car dashboards, backsplashes, and more.

  • Available styles: 2

39A Gadget That Conceals Outlets & Redirects Bulky Cords

“This innovative product has transformed my outlets into a sleek and unobtrusive design, eliminating the bulky appearance of traditional plug-ins,” one reviewer raved — and judging by its 4.7-star rating from over 37,000 reviewers, others are just as thrilled. The Sleek Socket covers your outlets with a flat, discreet plate and redirects cords to a three-plug power strip, so you can hide wires behind furniture, electronics, and appliances.

  • Available sizes: 3 Ft — 16 Ft
  • Available styles: 3

40Clear, Modular Organizers To Transform Your Drawers

Use these clear plastic bins in drawers to organize office supplies, cosmetics, kitchen utensils, and tools, or leave them out on the counter to create a designated home for toiletries and cooking ingredients. The 24-pack includes four sizes to create modular configurations, plus they come with rubber stickers to create non-slip feet on the bottoms.

  • Available styles: 8

41A Password Notebook To Safely Record All Your Login Info

Rather than saving your passwords on the computer where they’re vulnerable to hacking, this password book lets you record login information for up to 300 accounts, all in one place. Organized by alphabetical tabs, each entry has space where you can write the website, username, password, and updated passwords. The notebook also has software license logins, Wi-Fi and router info, and blank pages for notes.

  • Available sizes: Small — Medium
  • Available styles: 7

42An Organizer That Keeps Your Socks Drawer Neat

Sold in multiple colors and sizes, these drawer organizers are made from non-woven fabric and have compact cells to neatly store socks, belts, ties, underwear, handkerchiefs, or stockings. Since you can see everything at once, it’s a system that works long-term: “My drawer looks beautiful and stays neat when I pull out socks now,” one reviewer wrote.

  • Available sizes: 2×16 cells — 16×24 cells
  • Available styles: 13

43Cable Labels So You Can Identify All Your Wires

“Connecting cables to the correct input and outputs now is so much faster and easier!” wrote one reviewer who uses these cable labels to mark music equipment. Others used them to identify computer wires, entertainment hookups, fish tank plugs, or charging cords in a drawer. They wrap around most cables with their hook-and-loop design and the nylon material is easy to mark with a pen.

  • Available sizes: M — L
  • Available styles: 6

44Pretty Wire Baskets You Can Use For Anything

With their white wire construction and wooden handles, these organizer baskets turn your clutter into intentional decor. Use them to store sponges under the sink, water bottles in the cabinet, ingredients on the countertop, clothing in the closet, snacks in the pantry, toys in the play area, produce in the refrigerator, towels in the laundry room, or toiletries in the bathroom.

  • Available sizes: Small — Large
  • Available styles: 9

45Space-Saving Bags That Make Your Stuff Up To 80% Smaller

“I was a little hesitant that these would work well, but was totally amazed how well the air was sucked out,” one reviewer wrote about these large Spacesaver bags. Fill them with bulky blankets, pillows, coats, or sweaters and use a vacuum (or the included hand pump) to suck all the air out, decreasing their footprint by up to 80%. They also keep out dust and moisture for attic, basement, and garage storage, or you can use them to efficiently pack a suitcase.

46A Caddy That Keeps Your Unused Hangers At The Ready

Stack your unused hangers on this stainless steel caddy or hook them over the top bar. Either way, they’re neatly stored and easy to access when you need them. “I have two of these and love them,” wrote one reviewer who keeps one in the laundry room and the other in the closet. “Highly recommend these because leaving the hangers on the rod in the closet just takes up too much room and is wasted time when gathering them.”

47Mug Stackers That Double Your Cabinet Storage

“What a genius little gadget!” one reviewer wrote about these mug stackers, which are also compatible with cups and glasses. “Work like a charm and my cabinets have more storage space now that my mugs are organized in this manner.” They adjust to fit drinkware of most diameters and let you stack one upside-down on the other, so you can make use of vertical space to double your cabinet storage.

  • Available styles: 3

48A Magnetic Shelf For Bonus Stove Storage

Attach this magnetic shelf to most stoves without drilling or damage to create accessible storage for oil, spices, salt and pepper grinders, and other ingredients. It’s made from silicone, so it’s easy to clean in case of spills, and it measures 30 inches across with ridges and raised edges to prevent bottles from toppling over.

  • Available styles: 2

49A Set Of Packing Cubes With Rave Reviews

Packing cubes are a game-changer for staying organized on the go, and these packing cubes have an overall 4.8-star rating from more than 22,000 reviewers on Amazon. They separate and compress your clothing into individual compartments, which fit like blocks in your suitcase and allow you to grab one thing without digging everything out. This set of four cubes includes a laundry bag, too.

  • Available sizes: Set of 5 — Set of 8
  • Available styles: 25

50A Second Closet Rod That Hooks Right Onto The First

Since it hooks right over your existing closet rod, this double rod helps you maximize your wardrobe space in seconds — and without any drilling whatsoever. It also makes clothing more accessible to small children. Crafted from chrome to support up to 25 pounds, it’s reviewers’ “favorite thing [they’ve] purchased in some time!”

  • Available styles: 2

51Steel Wire Baskets With Adhesive Strips

These wire baskets are made from sturdy, rust-resistant steel and come with adhesive strips so you can install them just about anywhere in your home. Reviewers use them to get fruit and oil bottles off the kitchen counter, store fashion accessories in the closet, collect toiletries in the bathroom, or stash food container lids in the cabinet.

  • Available sizes: 2-Pack — 4-Pack
  • Available styles: 5

52A “Game-Changer” If You Don’t Have Space For A Dish Rack

For those with limited countertop space, this over-sink dish rack is a “brilliant idea” and a “kitchen game-changer,” according to reviewers. When rolled out, it fits over most sinks with its stainless steel rods and non-slip edges. Once your items have drip-dried straight into the sink, roll it up and stash it in a cabinet until next time.

  • Available sizes: 17.7 x 12.5 in — 21 x 15.5 in
  • Available styles: 8

53A Sleek Dispenser That Gently Rolls Eggs Forward

Ditch the bulky cartons and store your eggs in this egg dispenser instead. Its two-tier design holds up to 14 eggs on a gravity-fed track that gently rolls them to the front as you use them. “This saves footprint in the fridge,” one reviewer wrote, plus “it makes it super easy to grab an egg or two, instead of wrestling with egg boxes and their lids.”

  • Available styles: 2

54A Charging Station Made From Bamboo

Made from bamboo, this wooden charging station helps you power and organize all your devices in one fell swoop — and without taking up a ton of space. The top has slots and a stand to hold phones, tablets, and smartwatches, while the interior holds a power strip (not included). It also comes with six short charging cords to reduce cable clutter.

  • Available styles: 2

This article was originally published on scarymommy.com.

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