Home Office Organizing Ideas

Repurposed Organizers: Jars

Hot glue mason jars together for instant storage of pens, pencils and other office essentials. But don’t stop there: Corral smaller supplies like pushpins and paperclips in half-pint jars, too. Get more organizing ideas for jars>>

Total Drawer Clean Out

Conquer cluttered drawers with our easy 2-step approach and organizing pointers. For instance, stow tiny items like staples and binder clips in ice cube trays and slip stamps into the first envelope in the box. Get the full drawer clean out guide>>

Homework Station How-To

Set students up for classroom success with a quiet corner organized with learning in mind. Short on space? A homework caddy holds all the essentials, plus gives scholars the flexibility to study anywhere. Get the full homework station how-to>>

Total Desk Clean Out

From paying bills to writing emails, your desk gets around-the-clock use, making it prone to clutter galore. Follow 3 steps to clear it away, and you’ll find concentration comes easier. Get the full desk clean out guide>>

Repurposed Desk Organizers

With creativity and a little know-how, cereal boxes, soup cans and clipboards become chic desk storage. Spin them into paperwork organizers, pencil holders and mini bulletin boards with our quick instructions. Get DIY desk organizer tutorials>>

Organized Folder System

Between tax returns and receipts—not to mention incoming mail—workspaces are prone to heaps of paperwork. But with a few filing basics (and free labels!), you’re one step closer to stopping the overflow. Download folder labels and decorative fronts>>

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Repurposed Organizers: Trays

Consolidate strewn-about supplies on a tray, and your desk instantly looks tidier. Plus, it travels easily when you need a change of scenery. Have an extra? Use it for paperwork related to current projects. Get more organizing ideas for trays>>

Creative Labeling Ideas

From alphabetizing books to labeling magazines, letters and numbers are a fun, whimsical way to organize your office space. Just download our free designs, hit print, and you’re ready to get started. Download your free letters and numbers>>

Organization Basics: Pegboards

Paint makes a pegboard decorative, and accessories make it truly versatile. Put your calendar and clock on hooks, arrange reference books on a shelf and fill wire baskets with office odds ‘n ends. Get tips on buying, painting and hanging pegboards>>

How to Organize Financial Records

Between tax returns, shopping receipts, bills and bank statements, financial records can quickly pile up. Learn what stays and what goes, then fire up the shredder to purge paperwork with peace of mind. Learn how to organize financial records>>

In the age of e-mail and mobile phones, handwritten correspondence carries even more meaning. Gather together some stationery essentials, and you’ll always be ready to pen a thoughtful note. Assemble extras for gifting, too! Create your stationery kit>>

Reuse Shipping & Packaging Boxes

Rather than pitching extra boxes, turn them into stylish office storage with a quick fabric or paper covering. They’re the perfect fit for cords and chargers, mail, paperwork and so much more. Discover more ways to reuse cardboard boxes>>

Organization Basics: Lazy Susans

This classic table organizer deserves a spot on your desk, too. Arrange supplies on top and with just a whirl, you’re able to grab exactly what you need. Slide it into a drawer or corner, and save even more space. Get other ideas for lazy Susans>>

Craft Area Storage Tips

When your desk doubles as a craft table, clutter’s twice as likely. To keep this dual-purpose space neater, consider a rolling craft cart or wall-mounted organizers for materials. Get more craft area storage tips>>