Guest Picks: Operation: Organization

I am an interior decorator in Charlotte, NC. I spend half my time running my own business, Bryn Alexandra Interiors, and the other half working at an interior design boutique called Isabella. I also write about design and my life on my blog, brynalexandra.blogspot.com.
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Starting every new year, I always get into an organization mood. There's just something about starting off the new year fresh. These are some of my favorite products to help you do just that — and some that I desperately need myself!
— Bryn from Bryn Alexandra
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modern serveware by West Elm
Small Rectangle Lacquer Trays - $29.00 »
Trays are the best way to corral items. I keep one on my ottoman for magazines, remotes, candles, and I even use it as a place to put a glass. West Elm makes the best trays, and these come in almost any color.
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traditional baskets by World Market
Keira Braided Handle Baskets - $19.99 »
These are some of my all-time favorite baskets. They are so good looking, and the handles are pretty functional. I have two in my house: one at the base of my stairs to put shoes in and the other to hold magazines. They'd be great for kids toys, too.
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modern clothes and shoes organizers by IKEA
by IKEA
by IKEA
KOMPLEMENT Storage with Compartments - $20.00 »
This piece could really be used anywhere and for anything: in your dresser, under your bathroom sink, or even in a kitchen drawer. And it's much better looking than a plastic Tupperware-like divider.
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modern storage boxes by World Market
Grey Gabriella Trunks - $24.99 »
If you want storage to hide something (let's face it, kid's toys aren't usually the prettiest), then these gray baskets with lids are great. I love the unexpected yet neutral color.
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modern storage boxes by IKEA
by IKEA
by IKEA
BYHOLMA Chest, Brown - $59.99 »
This is another favorite basket/trunk of mine. It's inexpensive and really good looking. You could even use it as a coffee table in a small space.
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modern storage and organization by The Container Store
Stacking Acrylic Letter Holder - $19.99 »
If you're like me and you have a pile of stuff on your kitchen counter, this would be a nice way to hold it all.
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modern storage and organization by The Container Store
Acrylic Magazine Sorter - $24.99 »
I love anything made out of acrylic or lucite. I love this organizer; it's so versatile. You could really use it for anything.
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modern storage boxes by See Jane Work
See Jane Work Basic Letter Box - $10.00 »
I use boxes like these for important documents. I have them labeled house, pet, car, etc. for easy access.
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traditional toy storage by Serena & Lily
Rolling Storage Crate - Small - $88.00 »
I love this rolling, vintage-looking crate! It'd be so perfect in a little boy's room.
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modern storage and organization by Serena & Lily
Pandan Bins, Metallic - $28.00 »
I love this glitzy bin. It'd look great tucked into a bookcase or on the lower shelf of a coffee table.
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traditional storage and organization by Walmart
by Walmart
by Walmart
Anchor Hocking Heritage Hill 2-Gal Jar with Lid »
This is a totally versatile jar that could be used in either a kitchen or an office, or both.
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modern storage boxes by Crate&Barrel
Mini Clear Stacker - $3.95 »
These little Clear Stackers are so cute. I could see 3 of them stacked up holding stamps, paper clips and binder clips. Or you could use one for bobby pins in your bathroom.
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traditional storage boxes by IKEA
by IKEA
by IKEA
SAMLA Box with Lid - $1.99 »
I use these inexpensive plastic storage boxes for my house stuff. I have one each for painting supplies, furniture supplies (sand paper, etc.), light bulbs, screws, my drill, etc. It's nice to know exactly where everything is.
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eclectic serveware by Etsy
by Etsy
by Etsy
Milk Glass Covered Candy Dish by Sherwood Vintage - $25.00 »
Little antique dishes are my favorite storage pieces. I have a collection of five on my dresser that holds all my jewelry.
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modern accessories and decor by Etsy
by Etsy
by Etsy
Single Small Grey Dish by Cynthia Vardhan Ceramics - $25.00 »
I also like to store jewelry and things on small open dishes. These are very beautiful and handmade.
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modern storage boxes by Burke Decor
Set of Two Red Covered Boxes - $40.00 »
Decorative boxes are great to have around the house. They are pretty, and you can store random not-so-pretty things, like remotes, etc., in them.
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modern magazine racks by Wisteria
Silver-Plated Magazine Holder - $99.00 »
If you're anything like me, you probably have some magazines laying by your bed. This would be a great solution for that problem.
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modern hampers by The Container Store
Horizon Round Crunch Can by Umbra - $19.99 »
I love these ombre-esque crunch bags from The Container Store. They make laundry a little more fun!
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modern storage and organization by The Container Store
Clear PEVA Storage Chests - $7.99 »
My linen closet is on my own organization to-do list. I would love some of these bags to hold extra bedding and towels.
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modern wall shelves by IKEA
by IKEA
by IKEA
LACK Wall Shelf, White - $14.99 »
I have very little storage in my master bathroom, so I am going to install 3 of these simple shelves for baskets and bins. I'll store things I don't need every day, and then keep the rest under the sink.

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