21 Eco-Friendly Organization Hacks to Reduce Waste and Clutter
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Do you ever feel as if your home could be a “before picture” for an organization blog? It’s not a great feeling! I have great eco-friendly organization hacks you need to see.
Get ready to be an eco-warrior with my 21 eco-friendly organization hacks to reduce waste and clutter.

1. Bamboo Drawer Dividers
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When we talk about eco-friendly, I immediately think ‘Bamboo’!
Bamboo is sustainable, doesn’t harm the environment, and looks ultra-stylish. All great reasons to use bamboo in your home.
Bamboo drawer dividers like these are ideal for organizing a kitchen drawer. Toss old broken pieces, lay down a clean lining, and sort your utensils into categories for easy access.
2. Silicone Containers
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Don’t clutter the planet with single-use plastic containers for lunch boxes, picnics, or kid’s playdates.
Choose silicone containers that can be used multiple times. These cute containers are airtight and leakproof, and have a gorgeous pink color that any little girl will love.
3. Glass Canister Storage
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Glass is another eco-friendly choice that stands the test of time and always looks ultra-stylish.
Glass canisters with bamboo lids like these are fabulous for a kitchen. I use them for baking essentials, dry goods, snacks, sugar, rice, and spices.
By decanting the products into matching canisters, I minimize the clutter of different sized boxes that always look scrappy and untidy.
4. Wicker Storage Baskets
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For green living, I’m lovin’ eco-friendly baskets like these made from natural jute rope. They’re great organizers for pantry items, seasonal clothing, toys, books, blankets, and more.
You can also look for wonderful baskets crafted from palm leaves, bamboo, banana leaves, and grasses like sisal or jute. All these products are sustainable, ethically produced, and will never harm the environment.
5. DIY Fabric Storage Boxes
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Making your own storage boxes is so rewarding! You’ll enjoy the feel-good vibe of this DIY project, and you can customize them to perfectly complement the decor theme of any room.
Reduce waste and clutter (and impress your guests) by storing toys, stationery, magazines, sewing patterns, arts and crafts materials, and even kitchen utensils in fabric boxes that you have hand-crafted.
6. DIY Desk Organizer
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When it’s time to reduce clutter, my first destination is always my desk! Take a look at this fabulous organizing hack to make your own DIY desk organizer.
By upcycling old cereal boxes, toilet rolls, and a touch of paint, you will save money, tidy up, and save the planet from harmful plastic organizers.
To add more personality to your finished product, why not cover the boxes with awesome floral gift wrap paper like this?
7. DIY Hanging Wall Organizer
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I was so tempted to buy a plastic hanging wall organizer, but a little voice said – it’s not eco-friendly!
So, I was over the moon to find this blog post on how to make a stunning wall organizer using natural cotton canvas.
These handy organizers maximize wall space and are ideal for organizing bills, mail, small toys, shoes, kitchen essentials, office supplies, jewelry, scarves, craft supplies, and more.
8. DIY Desktop Organizer
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Here’s another fabulous eco-friendly desk organizer to make on a rainy weekend. You need cardboard tubes, scrapbook paper, and a natural wood slice like this.
Follow the easy steps and then complete the look with beautiful folded paper succulents.
9. Mason Jars
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If your bathroom is crying out for some TLC, you need this eco-friendly organization hack to bring order to the chaos.
Classic mason jars like these add a lovely vintage vibe to a bathroom, and can hold cotton balls, bath salts, Q-Tips, soaps, hair essentials, makeup brushes, face masks, and even mini succulents for a touch of greenery.
10. Upcycled Pen Holders
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Upcycling soft drink tin cans is another great way to reduce waste and clutter, and it’s so much fun to do!
Simply cut off the tops and use them to store your pens, pencils, markers, and gel pens on your work desk or craft table.
11. Crochet Storage Baskets
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Add a sprinkle of grandma’s nostalgic charm to your living space and embrace eco-friendly living. It’s a great combination of memories and sustainable habits.
Make your own crochet baskets, perfect for holding linen, books, clothes, soft toys, remote controls, mail, keys, and fabulous colorful yarn skeins like this to make more baskets!
12. Woven Hanging Storage Baskets
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I’m absolutely hooked on hanging baskets! They look so attractive and take up no shelf or floor space. And, they’re eco-friendly – a win all round.
Make your own or buy some from the dollar store. They’re so versatile – I use mine for everything from fresh produce in the kitchen to storing wool and patterns in my craft room.
13. Jean Storage Bin
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Turn your old jeans into a stylish basket that’s as sturdy as it is unique.
This home organization idea is a fun upcycling project that adds a touch of denim chic to your home while keeping waste out of the landfill.
If you’re looking for a special gift idea for a Mom with toddlers – this is it!
14. Glass Laundry Bottles
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Glass comes to the rescue again when you’re looking for eco-friendly options.
Don’t choose plastic to store your laundry essentials. Lovely glass jars like these look ultra-stylish and bring a touch of elegance to your laundry space.
Use them to store detergent pods, powdered soap, softener, dryer sheets, or even homemade fabric softener.
15. Canvas Shoe Storage
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When you’re looking for eco-friendly products, it’s amazing how many innovative ideas are out there.
This stunning shoe organizer is crafted from canvas which is durable, reusable, and biodegradable, making it a perfect alternative for sustainable storage.
16. Cotton Food Bags
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Did you know that plastic in landfills can take hundreds of years to decompose? That’s a scary thought and made me rethink my use of plastic in the kitchen.
These gorgeous cotton food bags are fresh, fun, reusable, and eco-friendly.
Use them to hold fruits, veggies, nuts, grains, and even snacks for kids playdates.
17. Reusable Produce Bags
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When I considered eco-friendly living, I was amazed at how much plastic I use in the kitchen. It was a wake-up call to make a change!
Reusable cotton mesh produce bags like these are durable, chemical-free, and perfect for a greener lifestyle.
Use them for all your fresh produce, grains, nuts, snacks, picnic lunches, and as a carrier for school and work lunches.
18. Coffee and Tea Mason Jars
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Calling coffee and tea lovers! There’s no reason not to get your early morning boost while still making eco-conscious choices that you’ll feel good about.
Use awesome glass jars to decant your tea leaves, tea bags, coffee beans, sugar, creams, flavored syrups, cinnamon sticks, and definitely – some delicious biscotti.
19. Macrame Plant Hanger
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Macrame may have been all the rage in the 70’s, but it’s still a charming choice for home decor today.
Bring a touch of nature into a small in-city apartment or a family room with nostalgic macrame plant holders.
You can make your own or buy a set of Boho-style ready-made macrame plant holders.
20. Wire Mesh Baskets
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Here’s a challenge for DIY lovers who want to make something eco-friendly, sustainable, functional, and attractive.
Follow the steps in the blog post to make your own DIY wire mesh baskets. They’re a great alternative to plastic and can hold everything from laundry supplies to toys, books, fresh produce, pantry items, linen, and more.
21. Embroidery Floss Clothespin Organization
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Are you an embroidery enthusiast with hundreds of floss skeins in a jumbled drawer?
This is an unusual and fun idea to get organized! Wrap your floss around wooden clothespins and store them in a vintage crate.
By choosing wooden clothespins in place of plastic, you’ll feel good about your eco-conscious lifestyle.