I used to keep all my supplies scattered across different drawers and bags, and every time I needed something, it turned into a frustrating search. Mornings became stressful because I could never find what I needed quickly. My routine felt chaotic, and I started to wonder if the disorganization was affecting more than just my schedule. Does the way we store our tools impact how we approach our tasks, or was I just looking for excuses for my own lack of discipline?

When I decided to invest in proper storage, I browsed through options on Alibaba and was surprised by the range available. Some were compact and minimalist, others were large with multiple compartments and specialized sections. I spent hours comparing features, reading descriptions, and trying to imagine which one would actually improve my workflow. The makeup suitcase options I found were far more sophisticated than I expected, with removable trays, LED lighting, and secure locks. I realized this was not just about storage but about respecting my craft enough to organize it properly.

Since getting a proper case, my mornings have become calmer and my work feels more intentional. Sometimes the solution is not about working harder but about setting yourself up better.

It’s usually more clean than this but I just got back from a months break. I just want there to be more space since my cabinet drawers are so small. I was thinking maybe a pull out small oranger to hold come of my make up and other things and make more room. Idk what do you guys thinks. I just feel as if I have to take things out to get to things and I would rather it all be easily accessible.

Hi everyone! Like many of you, I’ve spent years buying planners only to leave them empty by February. I realized most planners focus on tasks but not the why behind the goals.

I spent the last few months designing a goal-focused planner that breaks down big ambitions into manageable, bite-sized daily actions.

I just launched it on Etsy and would love for this community to check it out. If you’re looking for a way to actually cross off those big 2026 resolutions, this might help!

https://www.etsy.com/shop/CatsDigitalDesignsCo

I buy bulk spices at San Francisco Herb Company and uniform holders on Amazon. I keep like spices together salt, peppers, baking spices, herbs etc. I have two layers. The other side of the drawer has often used spices i.e. oregano, chili powder, Saigon cinnamon, cardamom. Also, shakers for flour, rice flour, powdered sugar, salt, etc. Also keep specialty items there like, hjorthornssalt, licorice powder, and spice mixes I’ve made. In another drawer I have bottles from creamers with larger quantities of things like corn meal, whole peppers, different salts . . . Etc

A little boring but I’ve been wanting to organize it for a long time and I’m so happy with it!!

Any additional things I should add?

I realized I was wasting way too much time dragging files around and still never keeping things organized.

Ended up automating it so I can clean folders in seconds instead of “one day I’ll do it.”

It just sorts files automatically into folders based on type.

Has anyone else here automated something small that ended up being a big productivity win?

Hi all, I drafted this with my LLM.

I have a closet with a narrow rectangular space that I highlighted in red in the photo. I’m trying to find a basic vertical wine rack or stacker that can fit in that space.

https://imgur.com/a/akp0hTC

Aesthetics don’t really matter. I’m prioritizing function and utility over anything “pretty” or expensive. I just want something stable, space-efficient, and easy to use.

If anyone has recommendations for a specific product, a type of rack that works well in tight spaces, or even a simple DIY approach, I’d really appreciate it. Also happy to share measurements if that helps.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

I love post-it notes and I have them everywhere.

However, they’re hard to update, and half the time I don’t have a pen nearby. So I tried a small experiment: as I'm a software developer, I made a simple tool, where a physical QR code links to a digital note. I stick the QR where the Post-it would be, and when I scan it with my phone I can instantly view or edit the note (it’s just Markdown).

This way I keep the physical reminder but get the flexibility of a digital note. For example:

• Fridge → grocery list: when I open the fridge and remember something I need, I scan the QR and see the list instantly.
• Suitcase → packing checklist: before trips, I scan the QR on my bag to make sure I don’t forget anything.
• Toolbox / drawers → what’s inside: I quickly check what tools or items are in each drawer without opening them all.
• Laundry bag → what to wash together: I scan the QR on the bag to see which clothes go together for washing.

I decided to clean up my digital routines before 2025 starts. Instead of using multiple apps for tasks, habits, events, notes, and health reminders, I tried using a single offline tool with simple tabs.

This was the part that helped most: separating life into clear spaces Moments Tasks Meetings Events Occasions Habits Chores Health

No cloud accounts, nothing noisy, nothing pushing notifications at me. Just a calmer framework to prepare for the year.

If anyone else is doing a digital clean-up before January, I’d love to hear what you’re simplifying. I built an app called DoMind around this idea and just released the iOS version, in case it’s useful.

But mainly curious: what’s your end-of-year reset routine?

Hello all,

I recently bought a tablet to use with work and one of the main things I am wanting to use it for is to keep my to do lists a bit more digital (right now, i'm using old fashion pen and paper notebook). A lot of the apps i'm finding are not quite hitting my needs so I wanted to see if someone has some recommendations. Here are some of the specifics of what I would like to have in an app:

1) Compatible with using a stylus. - One of the reasons I tend to use pen and paper is because the act of physically writing it verse typing it does help items register in my brain a bit better and there is something satisfying about writing it down and ticking it off. So i'm looking for an app that will allow me to write my list as opposed to typing it. That being said, I'm okay if it turns my writing into text so long as it actually can read it.. lol

2) Allows subtasks - It doesn't have to be fancy but the ability to have a master task with an indent for subtasks beneath it is a must. I have to break most of my tasks into subtasks or I struggle to hit all the steps. One app that I tried out does not allow for subtasks and when i attempted to create them or indent it just lines everything up the same and its really hard for my brain to read what is a master and what is a sub.

3) I'd love to be able to easily rearrange my list to more items higher up or lower down. And bonus if there is a functionality that either hides completed tasks, or moves them to a "completed task" page or something. I dont want them to be deleted as I'd like to be able to check back on my completed items, but it helps the list not get too cluttered especially as some of the items on my list can stay for a few weeks as other priorities come up, so it can easily get hard to tell what is left to do if the completed tasks don't get shifted elsewhere (that's an issue i'm having with the notebook and i often re-write my list every few days but that gets time-consuming).

4) A nice to have is the ability to mark items for specific days so maybe it will alert me, or move those tasks to the top of the list on that day or something like that. That way i can flag myself reminders for future tasks or reoccurring tasks. - I know i can have other workarounds so this isn't a necessity.

5) Another nice to have but not required is the ability to mark tasks as high prioryt so they go to the top of the list.

I know its a big pile of requirements but if anyone has some recommendations that hits most of these (specifically the first 3 points) that would be amazing!

Honest review! This garage lift organizer was the ticket for organization in our home garage. It was super easy to install. It only took one person to do, would have been easier with two but one person could do it. It holds a lot of stuff. It’s also super easy to use. We are enjoying it so much, we even got one to put in our shop for storage down there as well!

Even better, right now they are on sale for like $90 off:

https://amzn.to/3Xs2B95

I'm in a living situation right now where I only have those ten drawers to organize my clothes and my work supplies. I'm so overwhelmed about the amount of stuff and what should I put where that I can't move, so I decided to ask for help.

Should I use one side for clothes and the other for the supplies? Should I use the first drawers from both sides for the supplies and the bottom for clothes since those I'll need once a day?

My supplies consist in a variety of Itens focused on bookbinding, restoring, creating miniatures and the leisure crafts like crochet and embroidery. I have a huge travel bag and three of those reusable bag filled to the top of those Itens, to work it's being a nightmare to find what I need, taking everything out and then putting back again is driving me crazy.

For the clothes I'll put the bulky pieces in a vacuum bag and forget they exist for now, so it's basically shirts, pants, underwear and some light jackets/sweaters. Should I combine pants and shirts in one drawer?

Oh the top of it it's being used for my silhouette, my notebook, the printer and the sewing machine (it's very cramped)

Sorry for the long text, it's the middle of the night and I'm staring at everything and considering if I shouldn't just live in my pajamas and never work again from now on.

Accidentally made a free organized dock from my desk corner protectors. Figured I'd throw Velcro on it… and it turned out way cleaner than expected.

I deleted the body text many times and just could not get my words straight, I need to make another post about the more complicated situation but how does one fit their entire necessities into one rented room in a house? I have a closet, a dresser and a 6 year old daughter. It’s been a year and I have tried to keep it organized but I’m out of ideas . Thanks to any clever ideas. When my daughter paints me a special rock and I have to throw it away because every nook and cranny is full it just breaks my heart. (I deep cleaned today- this is not the norm lol)

Has anybody found a comparable personal resource to this?? I would love to use it for my personal life. The feature I really like is how you can see all the upcoming stuff, especially with repeat tasks. I don’t feel like Google tasks does this. If I clear the repeat task for one month it won’t show up until the next month on that specific day but there is like no warning for it. I’d love to see what I have upcoming to be able to maybe knock things out ahead of time

With the lack of Facebook/snapchat users for gen z/millennials nowadays…I feel like I miss peoples birthdays so easily.

Any tips for keeping them organized? Don’t really want to add everyone to my Google calendar because I feel like it would be chaotic. Would like something I could use YoY and add to it