If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Life Life Strategies Smart Finds Machine-Washable Shoe Inserts—and More Clever Items to Simplify Your Life Shop a collapsible suitcase, compostable sandwich bags, keyboard cleaning putty, and more. By Teddy Willson Teddy Willson Teddy Willson is a New York-based writer who covers culture, home and entertainment. Her favorite day is new music Friday and she considers Pinterest the ultimate life planner. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines and Hannah Baker Hannah Baker Hannah is the Senior Home Editor at REAL SIMPLE magazine. She's worked in media for over a decade and previously worked at BRIDES magazine, Rachael Ray in Season magazine, and Reveal magazine. Her other bylines include Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, Shop TODAY, Better Homes & Gardens, Martha Stewart Weddings, and more. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on November 16, 2023 10:05AM EST Photo: Protect My Shoes With the holidays around the corner, we're betting you're in the mood to simplify your life as much as possible. Plus, you're probably already on the hunt for genius holiday gift inspiration. Whether you're searching for a side table that's also a small space solution or desperately need to clean off your keyboard (when was the last time you did that?), here are some of our favorite clever products to solve all your problems without dropping a ton of dough. 01 of 06 C-Shaped Side Table theyamazakihome.com View on Theyamazakihome.com Snuggle into your favorite position on the couch, then snuggle this sleek side table right up to you. It has a wide surface for a laptop or, better yet, a book or journal and big mug of something warm and comforting. Price at time of publish: $125 02 of 06 Washable Shoe Stuffer Inserts protectmyshoes.com View on Protectmyshoes.com Tuck these machine washable—and extremely adorable—shoe inserts into the toes of your most precious pumps and flats to maintain their shape, prevent creases, and make them last. Price at time of publish: $15 03 of 06 Compostable Sandwich Bags holdonbags.com View on Holdonbags.com For those hoping to use less plastic in the kitchen, here’s a better zip-top storage bag—it's plant based, shockingly sturdy, reusable, and destined for compost. Price upon request: $16 04 of 06 Collapsible Suitcase rollink.com Buy on Rollink.com What has swivel wheels, a built-in lock, and collapses when not in use? This brilliant hard-shell suitcase! The smallest size fits in airplane overhead compartments, and all of them fit into even the smallest of storage spaces. Price at time of publish: $249 05 of 06 Tech and Keyboard Cleaner containerstore.com View on The Container Store Press this magical goo between the letters on your keyboard (or in your car’s cup holders) to remove dust, crumbs, and lint. You'll wonder how you ever functioned without it. Price at time of publish: $14 06 of 06 UV Toothbrush Sanitizer getbril.com View on Getbril.com Fact: There are many germs on your toothbrush. Another fact: This little device kills up to 99.9 percent of them in just three minutes. One charge can last an entire month. Price at time of publish: $30 Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit More Must-Shop Products I’m Fascinated by This Pizza Oven That’s the Size of a Plate and Makes a Personal Pie in 6 Minutes What to Wear to the U.S. Open, According to an Attendee 10 Amazon Comfy Pants That Might Be Better Than Pajamas—All on Sale for Under $50