Ready to get organized this year? These practical home organization ideas from talented bloggers will help you refresh your spaces, simplify daily routines, and start the year with more order.
There is something about January that always makes me want to get organized.
Maybe it is because the Christmas décor has been packed away and the house suddenly feels lighter, cleaner, and full of possibilities.
Maybe it is because life finally slows down after the busy holiday season, giving us a little more time to look around and notice what is working—and what is not.
Or maybe it is the cold winter weather that keeps us indoors more often, making us want our homes to feel more comfortable, functional, and easy to manage.
For me, it is probably a mix of all those things.
What about you?
Are you hoping to get organized this year?
If so, you are in the right place.
Today we are sharing eight amazing home organization ideas that can help you tackle closets, pantries, office spaces, planning systems, and even garden prep.
Our friend Rachel from The Ponds Farmhouse is hosting this organization round-up with some of our favorite bloggers, and each idea is full of inspiration you can use in your own home.
Let’s take a look at these smart, budget-friendly organizing tips and simple ways to make your home feel more put together.
Hey There & Welcome
Happy New Year!
We welcomed 2022 with a champagne toast and lots of excitement for another year of blogging, sharing ideas, and connecting with new friends.
If you are new to our blog, welcome. We are so glad you are here.
We are AnnMarie, wearing black, and Anne, wearing green—the two moms behind this blog.
Together, we love sharing simple and budget-friendly ideas for decorating, recipes, DIY projects, and tips for life with older teens and beyond.
You can also read more about us and our families here.
We would love to learn more about you, too. Be sure to say hello in the comments and tell us where you are visiting from.
Now, let’s get organized.
7 Quick Ways to Organize a Small Walk In Closet
AnnMarie at Simply2Moms
I am sharing my 7 Quick Ways to Organize a Small Walk In Closet.
Last year, we gave my husband’s closet a much-needed closet makeover and completely transformed the space for less than $250.
Organizing his closet was especially fun because, if you know me, you know I love finding great deals. I shopped for baskets, hooks, and other storage pieces that would make the closet more practical for his everyday routine.
I am happy to say that he has been able to keep the closet looking pretty close to this picture. Well, almost. Either way, it is so much better than where we started.
If you have a small walk-in closet that needs help, these ideas are easy to apply and can make a big difference. See all of my closet organizing tips here.
Spice Rack Organizing Ideas
Janine at Happy Happy Nester
Janine is one of our newer blogging friends, and I am so happy we connected with her. Just look at this beautiful spice rack organization. It is truly an organizing dream.
My pantry is back on my to-do list this year, and Janine’s post on Spice Rack Organization Ideas has given me so much inspiration.
Matching jars, clear labels, and easy-to-see storage can make cooking and meal prep feel much less chaotic. When spices are visible and easy to reach, it is also much simpler to know what you already have before buying more.
Janine shares helpful tips that are perfect for anyone who wants a cleaner, more functional kitchen pantry or spice cabinet.
Best Pantry Organizing Tip – and More
Rachel at The Ponds Farmhouse
We met our sweet friend Rachel in person two years ago, and we even went thrift shopping together. It was such a fun day.
We also host a monthly virtual supper club with Rachel and a few other blogging friends.
Rachel has a beautiful home and shares wonderful DIY projects, decorating ideas, and practical home inspiration on her blog.
Her post on Rachel’s Best Pantry Organizing Tip is one you will want to read. The idea is so smart, and it is getting me motivated to tackle my own pantry.
If your cabinets, shelves, or pantry have become cluttered, Rachel’s organization tips may be just the push you need to start sorting, simplifying, and creating a system that works for your home.
Home Office Organizing Tips with Ikea Hacks
Shawna at Willow Bloom Home Blog
Shawna shares brilliant Home Office Organizing Tips with Ikea Hacks that are perfect if you work from home, manage household paperwork, or simply need a dedicated place to stay productive.
Anne and I are both in the process of moving our home offices into our sons’ old bedrooms. Funny how that worked out—my son moved into our bonus room over the summer, and her son moved up to their third-floor finished attic over Thanksgiving break.
If you are looking for budget-friendly home office organization ideas, Shawna’s tips are definitely worth checking out.
You may also be surprised by where Shawna’s beautiful home office is located. It is a great reminder that you do not always need a separate room to create an organized and useful workspace.
New Years Organizational Printables
Wendy at The Curated Farmhouse
Wendy is another dear friend we have been lucky enough to get to know in person over the past couple of years.
Her New Years Organizational Printables are a wonderful way to start planning with more intention in 2022.
She shares free planning printables, including goal-setting pages, a weekly calendar and schedule, and even a yearly action plan.
I love writing down my schedule and making lists. There is something so satisfying about physically checking off a task once it is complete.
If you want a simple way to organize your goals, routines, appointments, and weekly tasks, click here to download Wendy’s printables and start the year with a clear plan.
A Budget Friendly Linen Closet Makeover
Kelly at The Tattered Pew
Kelly shares her Budget Friendly Linen Closet Makeover, and the best part is that it did not cost her a dime.
Can you believe it?
Her closet makeover is a great example of using what you already own, rethinking storage, and creating a more organized space without spending money.
You can find all of her tricks here and get inspired to refresh a closet in your own home.
We join Kelly in seasonal blog hops with other bloggers who share home décor and DIY projects. One of the best things about this blogging community is how it brings us together—we actually met Kelly at the Haven Conference last July.
Master Closet Reveal
Mary at Life at Bella Terra
Mary shares a beautiful Master Closet Reveal, and she truly knocked it out of the park.
Her closet is carefully planned, beautifully designed, and filled with built-in storage that makes the space both functional and pretty.
Even if you are not planning a major closet renovation, her affordable tips for making a closet more useful can work for many different spaces.
I already know I will be borrowing one of her incredible tricks for my own closet, so stay tuned.
7 Simple Tips to Getting Organized Before Starting Seeds Indoors
Stacy – Stacy Ling Bricks ‘n Blooms
Are you a gardener, or are you hoping to become a better one this year?
If so, Stacy’s 7 Simple Tips to Getting Organized Before Starting Seeds Indoors is a must-read.
Our friend Stacy is a master gardener who has developed her gardens over the years. She also creates gorgeous floral arrangements from her cutting gardens, which are always worth seeing.
Stacy recently moved into a new home, and we cannot wait to watch her transform her new gardens.
Getting organized before starting seeds indoors can make the gardening season feel much more manageable. Her tips are a helpful reminder that organization is not just for closets and pantries—it can support hobbies, outdoor projects, and seasonal routines, too.
My friends and I hope these home organization ideas have inspired you to tackle a project in 2022, whether it is a small closet, a busy pantry, a home office, a linen closet, a planning system, or your garden supplies.
We would love to hear your best organizing idea. Drop a comment below and share what works for you.
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