7 Tips for beating clutter forever - tip 5

Deal with clutter hotspots. You can't hide all clutter but you can contain it. Look at where it collects and set up attractive ways to deal with it, like a large bowl on the kitchen counter to collect keys, or a big basket by the door for shoes. Discount stores and office supply houses have everything from patterned folders for storing bills to wicker, fabric, and leather boxes to match your decor.

from expert Donna Smallin, January 2009 Better Homes and Gardens