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My Top 5 Organizing Products For 2009

by Dena Pasis
for About.com

While getting organized may seem like a difficult task, it can be made easier with the help of organizing products that are budget-friendly, stylish and functional.

1. BusyBodyBook - Personal and Family Grid Organizers

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If you are searching for an easy way to organize your personal life or family's schedule; the BusyBodyBook Personal & Family Grid Organizers are the answer you have been looking for. It will help you to efficiently organize schedules, easily view them at-a-glance, and save you time. This is by far one of the best organizing tools I have come across.

2. Lug Mini Puddle Jumper

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Aren't you tired of lugging around several bags at once in order to accommodate all your daily essentials - wallet, cosmetics, lunch, extra shoes, water bottle, cell phone and daily planner. I was tired of it, until I found the Lug Mini Puddle Jumper, which accommodated my needs perfectly. I now use one bag to hold everything, and I still have extra room to add more. This bag has been an organizational blessing, and my only regret is that I didn't purchase one sooner. If you are looking for function and style, this bag will absolutely fulfill your needs.

3. DYMO Personal Labelmaker

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Whether you are labeling files, storage boxes or food items (just to name a few of the many options), the DYMO Personal Labelmaker is an affordable investment that will help you easily identify your items, save you time and add creativity to your organizing projects. The only drawback is the sudden compulsion to label everything .

4. The LifeSTYLE File Tote

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If you want to keep your files and paperwork organized and easily transportable while carrying them in a stylish handbag, then look no further, the LifeSTYLE File Tote will suit your needs. It perfectly combines affordability, functionality and style in one very cool package. You will wonder how you ever lived without it!

5. Clear Shoe Boxes from Shoe Stör

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I am really impressed with this product. If you are a shoe addict like myself, these shoe boxes are a great way to easily identify our shoes, and keep them protected. It is also great for storing accessories such as purses, belts, scarves and hats. If you want to make a great organizing investment that I am certain will last for many years to come, this is it!
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