I'm a Professional Organizer, and Here's My Gift Guide For a Peaceful Home

SmartStore Tall Insert ($6)

Let me tell you why this is the best gift for the overwhelmed perfectionist: Inserts are a pro organizer's secret weapon. These bad boys go inside your baskets and bins to bring more organization to what's inside them. I've used them in my home — as well as nearly every client's home — and they're usually the missing piece to an organizing project.

There's also no installation, so you can just pop them into your empty basket or bin, allowing you to categorize your things further. The biggest drawback, however, may be not knowing how many inserts to get. (My recommendation is starting with four per bin or basket.)

Banana Clip Hanger ($10, originally $13)

This is the best stocking stuffer for the intentional homemaker who thinks of all the little details. I learned about the existence of banana clip hangers after seeing it on Micah Enriquez's Instagram. I've previously used hanging fruit hammocks in a client's kitchen, and while those work too, this clip hanger made it to my list because it's easy to install, ready to use immediately, and solves a big organizing problem with minimal effort.

Plus, clean and cleared countertops make meal prepping and cooking dinner that much easier. The biggest downside may be forgetting about the bananas now that they're not on the counter . . . but that might be a "me" problem.

Pendalfex Hanging File Folder Combo Kit ($23, originally $25)

This is the best home office gift for the paper collector in your life. Whenever I've worked on paper projects in the past, this is my go-to purchase. It's easy, ready to use, and the magic is in the quantity: Most people underestimate how many folders are needed, under-purchase, and then never finish the organization project. This low-lift solution will help your loved one sort all their paperwork in one shot.

Ailtec Glass Food Storage Containers ($30, originally $35)

There's a reason glass containers never get returned — I've had some containers for over eight years! Not only are glass containers just better for the environment, they enhance your day-to-day experience. Plus, you can use them for meal prepping, marinating meat, and freezing soups. And most are dishwasher and oven-safe — a quadruple win.

"The M.O.O.D. Workbook" ($59)

Yes, it's a shameless (but necessary) plug. Let me tell you about my home organizing workbook and why it's the perfect gift for the disorganized but conscious person in your life.

If you haven't noticed, my perspective on home doesn't start or stop with organizing. So, if you've noticed your loved one struggles with letting go or maintaining systems, that's a sign that it's not just their stuff. You probably know they need to do some unpacking — literally and figuratively. That's where the workbook comes in.

Fancy Homebody E Smooth Jumpsuit ($68)

This comfortable jumpsuit has multi-functional use since it's cozy for at-home lounging but is also stylish enough to wear outside. Part of my mission is to transform how clients "do home," and this jumpsuit takes being comfortable at home to another level. Plus, looking and feeling cute isn't just for the outside world.

Gneiss Spice Magnetic Jars ($70- $160)

I'll never forget when I first saw these spice jars on Pinterest; I knew I had to have them. They've since lived on my fridge for over six years, and they've been a hit.

These jars enhance my everyday cooking experience and will do the same for your meal-prepping friend. I've had the pleasure of installing them in a client's home, and they save so much cabinet and drawer space. (I also love that it's a woman-owned business.)

Our Place Better Bowl Set ($85, originally $115)

If you're reading this and know me personally, feel free to get this for me for Christmas. I haven't used this bowl set myself yet but I can vouch for the quality of Our Place products since I own a pot from the brand.

This product is compact, ideal for small spaces, and multi-functional. As a meal prepper, lemon-tea drinker, and salad eater, there are various items I use regularly that are included in the set. Plus, it replaces other items, like mismatched bowls, that don't save space.

Elfa Utility Mesh Closet Over the Door Rack ($170)

I don't think I've ever talked about organizing without mentioning this Elfa Door Rack. I have three in my home, and I have plans to get five more. They're that good. I've installed them in almost every project I've had, and they're easy to install. What I love most about the rack is how customizable it is.

If you decide to gift this, I highly recommend also getting a few utility hooks, utility boxes for the peg board, and labels for the baskets. This will help your disorganized friend take their organizing to another level.

Yamazaki Steel Rolling Cart ($145)

The way this cart stylishly saves space is "chef's kiss." I speak from personal experience when I say this cart has kept my small New York bathroom all the way together. There's something so satisfying about adding extra storage to a small bathroom and clearing a crowded sink.

Although it fits most bathrooms — measuring at five inches wide and 18 inches long — try confirming measurements beforehand, if you can.

Caraway 7-Piece Cookware Set With Lid Storage ($356, originally $395)

It's the lid storage and organizer for me. When the new ads for this pot set were making the rounds on Instagram, I was immediately interested.

This is a perfect gift for your apartment-owning, renting friend. (It's like the people who designed apartments decided renters don't need cabinet space.) I've owned and used Caraway before I became an ambassador, but we stan organizing products that solve an age-old problem. Plus, they make cooking feel luxurious.

That said, my husband can attest to the drawbacks of these pots, which is the upkeep: They're not dishwasher safe and require maintenance to stay in good condition.

Rebekah Love (she/her) is a home organizer, writer, creative, and the founder of Organize For Love, a home-organizing company. She is passionate about expanding how African American families experience the freedom that organization brings to their home. Through her home-organizing program, products, and educational content, she helps her audience of 40,000 create a healthier and happier home life. Rebekah is a PS Council member.