Awesome Organization

If you’re like us, we need to take our glasses off to work on the computer screen. You could leave your eyeglasses on the desk to get scratched up, or you could place them on one of Craighill’s handsome metal eyewear stands. They hold any kind of glasses and come in cast brass or stainless steel.

Tel Aviv-based textile artist 125dB makes these great looking organizers for small tools like knives, pens, and flashlights. They come in a few different sizes and fabrics, but they all combine multiple skinny pockets with a larger compartment that can carry paper money, receipts, or other flexible items.

Lifetime Products’ steel-framed workbench folds up and out of your way when not in use, so it’s perfect for garages with limited space. When closed, it’s just 11″ deep, and opens up to provide a 47″ wide x 23-1/4″ work surface. Inside, it has pegboards and cutouts for storing and organizing tools. Review video by Kayak Utah.

With real estate prices like they are today, square footage is at a premium. If you live or work in a small space, this video from Handy Bear shows off a creative way to turn an ordinary desk into a tool and parts organizer, and keeping the desktop free as a work surface. (Thanks, Michel!)

Do you like to keep your workshop neat and organized? Some Skill Studio does too. In order to keep his workbench clear of power tools, he built them into shelves that flip over from underneath its surface. This is such a great idea for working in limited spaces.

Grypmat’s strong, yet flexible trays are made from a material that won’t slip, keeping hand tools and hardware in reach while working on projects. Their high-contrast colors make it easy to spot items too. Their Professional series also resists chemicals, has built-in measurements, and a hook-and-loop storage system.

Keep your desk clutter under control with this tower-style MDF wood organizer from Kuk Design. It has two upright slots for storing notebooks or a tablet, four small shelves for accessories, and a lower cubby that’s perfect for A4 or Letter-size papers. They also make a version for storing lots of pens or markers.

These self-stick wall tiles have metal plates built into them, so you can attach magnetic accessories to them. They come in hexagonal and rectangular versions, along with a desktop model you can take with you. Accessories include storage boxes, a wireless charger, cable clips, pen holders, and more.

Bookniture’s tabletop stand is perfect for readers who enjoy multiple books at once. The illuminated plywood tower can hold up to five books and keeps them open so you can pick up right where you left off. Made from birch plywood with USB-powered LED lighting.

Declutter your workspace and make it just the way you want it with UDLAB’s modular desk mat system. Its sections lock together using magnets and include modules for a keyboard, mouse, wireless charging, trays, a pen/pencil cup, elastic straps, a device stand, wrist rests, and more.

This substantial storage bin is a big upgrade from plastic crates. It’s made from 22-gauge steel and rolls on heavy-duty casters. It’s great for tools, art supplies, or valuables you want out of sight. It has a large main compartment and a removable tray. It measures 20″w x 20″h x 15″d and comes in matte black and classic red.

Smartology sells two kinds of straps for organizing and storing cables, tools, hoses, and other household items. Backed with heavy-duty hook-and-loop fasteners, the Nylon straps have a metal grommet for hanging items, while the elastic ones are ideal for strapping items together. Sold in packs of 9 or 12.

ToughBuilt’s heavy-duty tool bags feature a lightweight yet structured design, and a cavernous interior compartment which can be accessed via a wide-mouth zipper top. There are tool pouches and loops inside, and exterior pockets, and their main section can be locked. They come in sizes from 12″ to 30″ wide.

Never lose a remote or spill a drink on your couch again. This smartly-designed organizer sits on furniture and provides storage for remotes and your phone, a self-balancing drink holder, and a snack cup. Its sections are modular so you can mix and match parts from multiple Couch Consoles. Measures 10.5″ x 10.5″ x 4″.

TOPO Designs’ versatile bag can be worn as a shoulder sling, around your waist like a fanny pack, or attached to your bike. It features a spacious main compartment, a diagonally-zippered exterior pocket, and dual slip pockets. It’s also got a key clip inside. Made from 1000D nylon, 400D nylon packcloth, and 420D nylon pack cloth.

Milk crates are great for storing stuff, but they’re too wide-open for organizing smaller items. Sidiocrate makes half-height milk crates with adjustable dividers. They can be equipped with a snap-on lid or bottom mat to keep things from falling out. They also make premium dividers in a variety of acrylic colors.

UK woodworker Silas & Such make a variety of racks for display and organization. This rustic reclaimed wood shelving can showcase a mix of knives, watches, and other small collectible items. It measures 35.4″ w x 16.9″ h x 4.3″ d and can be wall-mounted into studs or used freestanding.

Savior Equipment’s versatile organizer pouch is perfect for carrying your everyday gear. It has elastic straps to hold pens, tools, cables, and accessories, along with paracord supports to keep it open on a flat surface. Hook-and-loop straps allow for partial access, and MOLLE webbing makes it easy to attach to other packs.

We’ve seen lots of organizers for tools, but they’re mostly pretty boring to look at. Garage Junky Store sells storage units handcrafted from diamond plate aluminum for a shiny and substantial look. They make cordless drill holders, shop towel holders, trash cans, broom holders, document holders, and more.

This four-shelf steel rack can hold up to 1000 pounds without wheels, and up to 300 pounds with wheels. It folds up small enough to stash in a closet when not in use, and unfolds and latches together in under 5 seconds with no tools. Available in black, pewter, platinum, red, and white.

Unlike other roll-up bags, the Tego Adventure Kit can be arranged to hold exactly the kind of items you travel with. Its seven modules slide together to provide just the right mix of pockets in various sizes, elastic mesh compartments, and cord wraps for holding and organizing small items.

Do you have art supplies lying all over your workshop? These interlocking tubes from Marks Mandalas form a grid of cubbies for organizing paints and markers. They come in sets from 20 pieces up to 200 pieces and are ideal for 2oz. craft paint bottles, pens, pencils, other skinny tools. You can use them either horizontally or vertically.

This sturdy and inexpensive carrying case from Keter is made from weather-resistant polypropylene, and offers plenty of space for organizing small tools inside. It’s got tool holders in its lid, along with adjustable dividers in its main compartment, and a removable bin for small parts. Measures 18.9″L x 14.96″W x 6.89″H.