How to Organise Your Home Using Baskets (Stylish & Budget-Friendly!)
If you’ve ever looked around your home and thought, why is there stuff everywhere?, you’re not alone. Life gets busy, things pile up, and suddenly, your once-tidy space looks like a chaotic storage unit. The good news? There’s an easy, stylish, and budget-friendly way to get your home back in order – baskets! Here’s how to get started organising with baskets.
Baskets are the ultimate home organisation hack. They keep clutter out of sight, add texture and warmth to your decor, and best of all, they make tidying up ridiculously easy. Whether you’re looking to create a clutter-free living room, streamline your kitchen, or finally tackle that overflowing bathroom cabinet, baskets can help.
So, if you’re busy juggling work, life, and trying to keep your home looking effortlessly put together (without spending a fortune), this guide to organising with baskets is for you!
Why Baskets Are the Best Organising Tool
Before we get into the how, let’s talk about the why. Here’s why baskets are your new best friend:
✔ They’re stylish – Woven, wire, seagrass, rattan… there’s a basket to suit every aesthetic. No ugly plastic storage bins in sight!
✔ They make tidying up faster – Toss things in a basket and you’ve instantly cleared a space. No need for complicated organisation systems.
✔ They’re budget-friendly – You don’t need fancy storage solutions to get an organised home. Baskets from high street shops, discount stores, or even second-hand finds can do the job beautifully.
✔ They work in every room – Whether it’s a tiny bathroom, a cluttered kitchen, or a chaotic hallway, baskets can make any space feel put together.
Now, let’s break down how to use baskets to organise every area of your home.
1. Living Room: Keep Clutter in Check
The living room is often where everything ends up – blankets, remote controls, magazines, random bits and bobs that don’t belong. Baskets make it easy to keep things looking neat without much effort.
- For blankets & cushions – A large woven basket by the sofa keeps cosy throws within reach while looking effortlessly chic.
- For remote controls & tech bits – A small decorative basket on the coffee table stops these items from disappearing into the sofa (or your toddler’s toy box).
- For books & magazines – Instead of piling them on the floor, stack them in a basket next to your sofa for an organised look.
Quick tip: Pick a basket with a lid if you want to hide things completely!
2. Kitchen: Make Everyday Essentials Accessible
If your kitchen counters always seem to be covered in stuff, baskets can help you regain some order.
- For fruit & veg – A wire basket on the counter keeps fresh produce tidy and within easy reach.
- For snacks – If your cupboards are a mess of half-opened crisp packets, use small baskets to separate snacks by type.
- For cleaning supplies – Store sponges, dish soap, and cloths in a basket under the sink to keep everything tidy.
I also have baskets on top of my kitchen cupboards. They look good, but they also hide my collection of vintage cups and saucers that I need to decide whether to get rid of. It’s definitely a case of “out of sight, out of mind” with those!
Budget tip: Check discount stores or charity shops for affordable wire or woven baskets that work just as well as expensive ones – who’s to know the difference?
3. Bathroom: Small Space, Big Difference
Bathrooms are prone to clutter, especially if you’ve got a collection of skincare, toiletries, and mystery products from three years ago (or you have a teenage daughter, like I have!).
- For toiletries – Use a basket for each category (e.g., skincare, haircare, first aid) so you can grab what you need without rummaging.
- For toilet rolls – A large floor basket keeps extra rolls neatly stored and looking stylish. I have a basket for loo rolls that lives underneath my linen cupboard. It works a treat!
- For makeup – A small lidded basket stops your dressing table from becoming a beauty product mess.
Space-saving tip: If your bathroom is tiny, use wall-mounted baskets to free up counter space!
4. Bedroom: A Clutter-Free Sanctuary
If your bedroom is more stressful mess than calming retreat, baskets can help create a peaceful, organised space.
- For laundry – Swap your plastic laundry basket for a woven one that actually looks nice in the corner of your room.
- For accessories – Keep scarves, belts, or handbags tidy in separate baskets on a shelf.
- For bedside table clutter – A small basket can hold hand cream, lip balm, and chargers so they don’t take over your nightstand.
Minimalist tip: The less clutter on display, the calmer your bedroom will feel. Use baskets with lids to keep stuff out of sight and things looking streamlined.
Check out more bedroom decluttering tips.
5. Hallway: The Key to a Tidy Home
The entrance to your home sets the tone for the rest of the space. If it’s a dumping ground for shoes, keys, and post, baskets can help!
- For shoes – A large basket near the door stops shoes from piling up randomly. We each have a shoe basket by the front door as our hallway is small.
- For keys & wallets – A small decorative basket on a console table keeps essentials in one place.
- For post & paperwork – Use a labelled basket to separate important mail from junk.
Easy habit tip: Get into the routine of tossing things into the right basket as soon as you walk through the door. It takes seconds but makes a huge difference!
6. Kids’ Rooms: Tidy Up in Seconds
If you’ve got kids, you’ll know how quickly their stuff seems to take over every inch of your home. Baskets are a lifesaver when it comes to fast, no-fuss tidying.
- For toys – A big basket means clean-up is as easy as throwing everything in at the end of the day. I have some wicker baskets that I use to store my daughter’s old Lego sets – they’re all bagged up with the books, and they go in the baskets under a large cupboard.
- For books – A low basket makes it easier for kids to put their books away themselves.
- For clothes – Use labelled baskets for different clothing categories (eg socks, pyjamas) to make getting dressed easier.
Parenting win: Teach kids to put things back in their baskets – instant tidy-up skills!
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Organising With Baskets = Effortless Organisation
If you’re looking for an easy, budget-friendly way to organise your home, baskets are the answer. They keep clutter contained, make tidying up quick, and add a stylish touch to your space. Organising with baskets is an effortless way to keep on top of the clutter in a busy home.
The best part? You don’t need a full weekend or a big budget to make a difference. Just start with one area -whether it’s your kitchen counters or your bedside table – and you’ll be amazed at how much calmer your home feels.
