Yahoo Lifestyle How to declutter your junk drawer, according to a professional organizer
Get that clutter under control with dividers, bins and multiple-size compartments from Wayfair, starting at just $20.
As an interior designer, organization plays a key role when taking on a new project. There's no sense in making things pretty if your home is covered in clutter, right? Keeping organized is a skill that needs to be honed — my grandmother taught me this years ago. She would visit and announce, "We're going to clean your drawers today!" as if it were a trip to Disney World. But it worked and I've kept my drawers neat ever since.
Okay, perhaps that's a stretch. They do need reconfiguring and editing every now and then, especially the dreaded "junk drawer." We all have one — whether it's in your kitchen, your office or even your bedroom (top drawer of your nightstand a disaster, anyone?). It's easy for little items to pile up, but, thankfully, there are tons of tools at Wayfair to keep your goods nice and neat. My favorites below start at just $20, so get clicking and get organized.
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I have a set of these Welaxy organizers and they're lovely and luxurious — all while keeping the drawers in my hallway console tidy with tools, glue and other items I don't want to trek to the basement for when I need something in a pinch. They make great dividers for your desk drawer, holding everything from pens to paper clips.
Made of recycled felt, the compartments are earth-friendly as well as flexible and soft to the touch (read: you can fit them into tight spaces).
At only 2 inches high, these stackable storage bins fit nicely in shallow drawers. The larger size allows for bigger items — a pair of long scissors, notebooks, pens and to-go menus. Clear plastic allows you to see inside, while a gold trim gives them enough glam to keep them on display when needed.
"They have nonslip grips on the bottom to keep them in place and stop them from sliding," said a five-star reviewer. "They're also stackable which is a great convenience for saving space if needed. A ten in my book!"
While this sturdy bamboo organizer is designed for utensils, it works equally well in your junk drawer with multiple slots for pens, matches, rubber bands, remote controls and charging wires. I love how it's adjustable to fit different-sized drawers. When fully expanded to 17 inches, there are seven spaces total to use.
Nearly 2,500 Wayfair shoppers give it five stars. Said one: "Love the expansion capability of this organizer. I took items from two drawers and placed them in the organizer — it freed up one drawer."
Here's a super easy and efficient way to max out your storage space. These go-anywhere dividers simply stick in place— no messy adhesive required. They expand up to 24 inches to fit a variety of drawers and are a no-brainer for every drawer in your house.
"I've been looking for a way to organize my 50+ spices in a drawer for longer than I'd care to admit. These worked easily to put everything in order," raved a fan. Added another: "A very easy and intuitive install and it makes my junk drawer look super organized!"
This gold drawer insert has plenty of compartments — six! — for all the little doodads that get thrown into your drawers. Think of it as a one-and-done option. Separate, discard and organize what you need to keep in this handy divided caddy that fits into most standard drawers. Mesh design means no dust will collect in the bottom. That's a huge plus in my book.
Many reviewers noted that it's not just functional. Said one: "I had nowhere to put my kids' markers and pencils and other little things until now. It’s so cute and adds style while also organizing. I love the size as well."
Trust me: There is a home for all the little and not-so-little things that clutter your drawers. Each of these bins, in five varying sizes, can store all of those knick-knacks you have, creating an organized utopia in your drawers. Use these in the office, vanity or kitchen.
Take it from this five-star reviewer: "I love these. My house is so much more organized."
Your unmentionables drawer can easily turn into just as much of a junk drawer as your junk drawer. Grab this set to organize your bras (and extend their life!), undies, socks and stocking Keeping them tidy will make dressing in the morning a breeze.
Tons of Wayfair shoppers have used them to tidy up their personal items. "Excellent organizers. They fit snug in my drawer and make everything so much easier to locate," wrote one.
If you're overwhelmed by multiple junk drawers, I've got a solution for you: Buy a whole set of junk drawers. This little storage treasure is on wheels so you can tuck it into a closet or anywhere there's an empty nook in your office or kitchen.
Organize each drawer by category — office supplies; tools; scissors, tape and fasteners; etc. You can roll it into different rooms as needed and keep all of your stuff in one neat little portable capsule.
