15 Organizing Essentials to Declutter for the New Year, Starting at $13

Published Jan 3, 2026 1:00 am ET


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When it comes to New Year’s goals, getting organized is at the top of many lists. And whether that means decluttering your car or cleaning up your basement is entirely up to you. But if you’re planning on tidying up in the new year, we’ve created a list of top storage and organization essentials. Think: storage carts, spice rack organizers and even calendar planners.

There’s truly something for everyone looking to tidy up their lifestyle. So, check out our extensive list of storage and organization must-haves for the new year—and cheers to new (and cleaner!) beginnings.

15 Organizing Essentials for 2026

  • Attic Attack: Get HOMZ’ 2-pack storage bins to safeguard your holiday décor, tools, old papers and collectibles from dust, moisture and pests. Since they’re made of shatter-, dent- and blemish-resistant material, they’ll stay intact regardless of the environment — $59
  • Tidy Up: Clean up those cleaning supplies. These multi-purpose pull-out storage organizers keep all your sprays, foams, powders and cloths arranged. And when those deep cleaning days come around, you’ll definitely be thanking us — $20
  • Pantry Planning: Protect your dried goods from pests, moisture and more. Airtight food storage containers safeguard your flour, cereals, pasta, beans… the options are endless. Plus, it’ll make the space look so much better — $36
  • Bathroom Breeze: There’s nothing worse than bathroom chaos. However, you can now bring some order to your loo with Vtopmart’s 4-Pack Bathroom Organizers. Great as an under-sink organizer or cabinet drawer, they’ll keep your extra soap, tubes of toothpaste and makeup in order — $40
  • Craft Corner: Similar to a “man cave” or “she shed,” everyone needs a craft corner. And this storage cart comes with eight spacious drawers to keep your embroidery, knitting, drawing and DIY supplies orderly. Plus, it’s on wheels for even more convenience — $60
  • Garage Get-Up: Although cleaning up your garage may seem daunting, it’ll look so much better with these 68-inch metal garden tool organizers. Featuring mounting hooks for the walls, you can keep all the essentials off the floor — $30
  • Shelf Saviors: Upgrade your workspace with Fleximounts 60″ W Garage Shelving. Since the shelves are free-standing and heavy-duty, they’re able to hold large power tools, bins and equipment safely and efficiently — $190
  • Declutter Your Dresser : With dividers for underwear, socks, bras, scarves and more, Simple Houseware’s drawer organizer set keeps your dresser in order. It’s durable and foldable, too, which will make storage easier than ever — $16
  • Hang It Up: Hang up your pants, skirts and more with Nature Smile wooden pants hangers. Between their uniform look and anti-rust pieces, they’ll make everything look so much neater — $21
  • Deck Dynasty: Store your sporting goods, outdoor cushions and more in this outdoor storage box. Because it’s made from resin and can hold up to 270 gallons, it’s a spacious and hardwearing addition to your outdoor space — $200
  • Categorized Cooking: Amateur chefs need the Lynk Professional Pull Out Spice Rack Organizer. Featuring two tiers, it’s a great way to keep your spices in order, and it’s all made from rust-resistant alloy steel. So, that’s definitely a win-win! — $40
  • Jam Sesh: Find your favorite record in seconds with Udreamer’s 9-slot record holder. Featuring a sleek golden metal triangular design and capacity to hold up to 30 albums, it’s a must for anyone with a record player — $18
  • Car Clear-Out: Trunkcratepro Trunk Organizers are a must for busy moms, outdoor adventurers and beyond. They have multiple compartments for sporting goods, cleaning supplies and emergency supplies. And with secure straps, they won’t move around as you drive — $56
  • Game Plan: Make a game plan for your life. This 2026 Forvencer Calendar Planner features monthly and weekly pages to sort out your to-do list. Meanwhile, it’s also waterproof, which means you can take it absolutely anywhere — $13
  • Office Organization: Separate your tax forms from your utility bills with a simple mesh folder organizer. Anyone with a home office space could use one of these, making for a universally fantastic (and practical) gift — $20

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Lizzy Rosenberg is a Catskills-based journalist, with about eight years of experience in the world of journalism. She has written and edited at People.com, Elite Daily, PureWow, Green Matters, and Distractify. Additionally, she has several freelance bylines with SKI Magazine, Outside Magazine, Cosmopolitan, Hey Alma, Best Products and USA Today’s Reviewed. You may also recognize her name from the book Green Living, which she helped her team write and publish during her time as Managing Editor at Green Matters.

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