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October 2, 2025 15 mins

These ten tools are the things in my home that help me the most in staying clutter-free. Remember - you don’t need to go to The Container Store to buy a bunch of bins!

Resources Mentioned:

1 Inbox Tray (or vertical file storage)

2 ScanSnap scanner

3 Amazon Basics Shredder

4 Artwork purgatory

5 Label Maker

6 OXO Pop Top Containers

7 Caddy for daily toiletries

8 Amazon boxes for storage/drawer dividers

9 Trashie Take Back bags + Tech Bags

10 "Just for me" box/keepsake boxes for kids' memories

Here's a video about how to use Apple Notes to scan and organize your documents if you're an Apple/iPhone user.

BONUS: Research local resources for donating and recycling - Buy Nothing groups, library for book donations, Staples for e-recycling/school supplies, and more.

 

Related Episodes:

Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine

Episode 115: 5 Must-Have Bins That Keep My Home Clutter-Free

Episode 208: The 13 Apps that Keep Me Organized and Clutter-Free

 

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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 

Podcast -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast

Learn -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

Connect -> Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

Instagram -> @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

 

*** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -> https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -> https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

 

Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

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