Remember the episodes of Oprah where she shared her “favorite things”? This is my version of that show, the only difference is that you are not going home with a car!

These are some of the items that I find myself buying again and again to help my clients stay more organized in their homes.

Adjustable Drawer Organizer

First up is a bamboo drawer organizer. Isn’t it annoying trying to dig through your kitchen drawers to find the pasta-portion utensil, or the ice cream scooper? With this attractive drawer organizer, all of your favorite utensils and silverware can be sorted and easy to locate. The best part is that it is adjustable to account for all your odd-sized items.

My tip is before you just pile items from your current drawer into this organizer, go through them. Do you really need three carrot peelers? (Answer: you don’t!) Depending on the condition, either toss or donate duplicates. Look at your wooden spoons? Are they splintered or really discolored? Maybe it’s time for a new set.

Square Pantry Basket

A pantry basket is another great kitchen tool. This one is square, and sits so nicely on the shelf. Use it for onions, potatoes, packages of soup and dip mix, your oven mitts, reusable water bottles — the possibilities are endless. As space permits, I like to use them side-by-side. The open-wire design gives your pantry a polished, uniform look and reduces clutter.

You can also use this basket in the bathroom to organize hand towels, soaps, and lotions, and in your closet for scarves, socks, and more. Wouldn’t it look pretty on a closet shelf holding all your flip flops and sandals.

Metal Hooks

One of my secret weapons for organization are Command metal hooks. They come in many sizes and finishes to match your decor. Use them for bathrobes, baseball hats, towels, oven mitts, dish towels, purses, whatever! The jumbo hooks can hold up to 7.5 lbs.

Pro tips: After installing, press on them for 30 seconds. Wait one hour before you hang anything on the hooks. If your walls are freshly painted, wait a week or so before hanging hooks.

Amazon Simple Houseware Pantry Pan Pot Lid Holder

Pot, Pan, and Lid Organizer

Organize your kitchen cabinets or drawers with this nifty pan and lid stacker. You will save a ton of space, and reduce your kitchen noise pollution as you rummage through your cabinets looking for the right pan. Plus, you will protect your non-stick pans as you alleviate the risk of having your pans scratched by storing another metal pan inside it. You can also store your lids this way so you can grab the corresponding cover easily. You can store your pans and lids either horizontally or vertically.

Slim Velvet Hangers

If Marie Kondo were to walk into your closet, she would be impressed to see that you have hung your clothing on these versatile slim velvet hangers. Use in your bedroom for your shirts and pants, and use in the hall closet for coats and jackets. They are great for heavier items, and make your closet look professionally organized! The textured velvet coating grabs onto your clothing so items won’t fall to the floor of your closet. The smooth edges keep your clothing from becoming misshapen.

Shoe Storage Rack

This shoe rack is my favorite. I use it again and again in my clients’ closets. We all have accumulated so many pairs of shoes, and this rack allows you to store them vertically. The best part is that they are stackable — in case you have LOTS of shoes. Each rack holds up to nine pairs of shoes on the rack, and you can store three pairs of low-profile shoes underneath. The sturdy, durable iron frame supports up to 30 lbs. on each shelf.

Garage Storage Shelves

If you are thinking about spring cleaning, the garage is a great place to get started. These adjustable storage shelves hold up to 2,500 lbs. per shelf. That’s plenty of room to store your power tools, garden equipment, holiday decorations, even leftover brick and tile.

Let me know if you have a favorite tool for organizing — I’d love to hear what you use.