Desktop Organizing Systems
Inspired by Denise | July 2022
There are a million options for desktop organizers out there, but only a few that pass the Tartan test: chic, functional, and durable.
Russell + Hazel/Mod Acrylic
crisp acrylic look with lots of customizable components
Acrylic bloc system: start here and build out your custom desktop set with the matching pieces! It's very pretty, I just did one for my sister in law and will probably get one for myself now ;)
Stapler: very pretty, but not high capacity
File sorter: for small items like mail; pretty but more delicate
Scissors: not a need, a want...but very pretty
These paper trays are gorgeous: they’re a little delicate for kid usage, but fine if it’s only adults using them
Phone stand: seems "extra," but I use one every day in my bathroom and office
Marie Kondo Harmony Linen
chic linen (coated) look; pricier, but very attractive and serene
Single-unit desktop organizer: space for folders, notebooks, post-its, paper clips and small items, and one drawer
Desktop file box: if you want to have a space for long-term projects, this one has a lid and is very pretty
Letter trays: good for things that need to be done ASAP (if you file things away, you're less likely to get around to them)
This magnetic bulletin board will be neater (visually) than a bulletin board but will provide the same functionality
Poppin Desktop Accessories
cheerful colors, very easy to clean surfaces, high quality material
Combine various accessory tray sizes to hold things like staplers, tape dispensers, pens, etc.
The stackable letter trays are sturdy and low profile
The slate blue desk pad is cheerful, but not childish, and I like the half moon shape
Other items you might appreciate
Monitor Stand
A monitor stand will make a huge difference for your space. Not only can you stash desktop supplies underneath, it will raise the height of your laptop, which will relieve strain on your neck ("tech neck") from looking down for long periods of time. I like this bamboo windowpane design, this plain white design from Poppin, and this minimalist clear acrylic one (all below).
Kawaii Project Pouches
These reinforced legal size document pouches are great for holding big categories of things like kids' artwork, in-progress craft supplies, etc.
Filing Cabinets
If you need a new filing cabinet, these ones from Poppin are worth a few hundred bucks because of how well they work. Nothing like a squeaky, hard to open filing cabinet to put you on edge (for me at least).
Custom TCS 3-Drawer Cabinet: gorgeous custom options; pick your base cabinet and then your drawer handles
Slate Blue Two Drawer Option: bigger, two file size drawers
White Mini Option: smaller, one file size drawer and one accessory drawer
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