You don't have to have the latest organizing containers or gadgets on the market to get and stay organized. Here are 7 simple ways you can get organized on a shoe string.

1. Get in the box. While I usually recommend plastic containers for storage, there's certainly nothing wrong with using plain, cardboard boxes you have sitting around the house if you are on a budget. As long as they're in top condition, they have not been in contact with food, and you carefully label each side of the box, these are great tools for helping you store things. You can even cover them with wrapping paper or contact paper or have your kids decorate them, to jazz them up a bit. (Note: Never store cardboard boxes where they can get damp or wet.)

2. Use baby storage. If you have a baby, or know someone that has a baby, you may have a plethora of creative storage possibilities on your hands. Empty baby wipe containers are perfect for storing things like first aid, crayons, or spools of thread. Clean, empty baby food jars are excellent for holding small items such as thumb tacks, paper clips or buttons. Changing tables can later be converted to shelves for toys or books.

3. Stop buying calendars. Really, you never have to buy another calendar again. Visit my web site and there's a free one right on my home page, ready for you to print and use. Bonus: It contains organizing TO DOs... what's better than that?

4. Organize with hooks. One of the most inexpensive ways to get organized is to make use of hooks. You can pick up dozens at your local hardware store and use them to hang a variety of items such as pots, mugs, tools, jewelry, and keys. Some hooks are suction-cup hooks that can be attached to mirrors or refrigerators. There are lots of self-adhesive hooks, like Command Strips, on the market too.

5. Shop your local rummage sale. Don't discount the possibilities of finding some great storage tools at local rummage sales. A friend of mine picked up a mug holder for a quarter that she uses to organize silk scarves. Another person I know found an old storage chest that she refinished. It looks like new, and she only paid $20 for it. She uses it to store quilts and throws in her family room.

6. Add some French flair. French memo boards are perfect for holding event tickets, photos, coupons, grocery lists and more. Buy an inexpensive one at your local superstore or make one yourself with corkboard, fabric and ribbon.

7. Shop in your fridge. Once you're done with food containers like margarine tubs and jelly jars, clean them out thoroughly and use them to store anything from hair accessories, to small kitchen items like corn cob holders and spreaders, to extra batteries. Be sure you label them and don't keep more than what you need.

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___ 1. Do today's task on my February Monthly Organizing Checklist. The February 7 TO DO focuses on your kitchen pantry. Visit GetOrganizedNow.com to access my February Monthly Organizing Checklist.

___ 2. Hang something on a hook. Whether it's your dog's leash, a door wreath, or a hook to hold a towel, making use of hooks is a great way to help you get and stay organized.

___ 3. Organize a section of your basement. You walk into your basement and think to yourself, 'I really have to clean up down here.' In fact, the job ahead has been haunting you for months. The good news is, it's not as scary as it may seem. Let me give you a jump start on this project, so you can begin and complete it. Visit GetOrganizedNow.com to access my article, 'Jump Start for Cleaning Out Your Basement.'

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