Think you have to break the bank to bust the clutter? Think again. Home organization for less is easy and achievable! These 10 home organization accessories — each less than $10 — will help you streamline your home and stay on budget.
13-Slot Accordion File Folders
This common office product can be used to file bills, greeting cards, recipes, articles or just about anything else you can think of. It's all about how you label the sections. For example, make each section a month, and you've got a handy place to stash receipts and stubs after paying your bills; at the end of the year, store the entire folder with your tax return. Or label each section with a category (appetizer, entree, dessert) and file recipes. You can also label by category (health and fitness, hairstyles, home renovations) to store articles you want to read or save.
Hooks
This inexpensive hardware can tame the mess of jackets in the hall closet or the dress-up clothes in the playroom. Hooks keep your purse, keys and dog leashes handy at the door. And because they can be hung at varying heights, they're great for short and tall people alike. The new Command hooks by 3M can even be removed in one piece without leaving a sticky residue. And the largest size holds up to seven and a half pounds!
Baskets
Made in every shape, size, shade and material, baskets no longer qualify as strictly country decor; finding designs to suit your style is easier than ever. These lidless beauties offer easy access but can quickly become catch-alls for clutter, so be sure to label them. Tie on a tag with ribbon if you're not fond of sticker-type labels.
You can get the entire family organized by having one big basket per person in the mudroom for shoes, backpacks and umbrellas. Create a welcome basket by putting all those free samples in one place for use by your houseguests. Place a smaller basket near the TV for remotes and program guides, and use a larger one for grab-and-go snacks in the kitchen.