To get us started, one of the more compact options on our list. The phone holder doubles as an all-in-one desk organizer, with space for pens, scissors, glue… you name it.

The main feature is the slanted front face of the print that makes a great phone holder (or sticky note holder if you keep forgetting to check your own notes). The size of this model makes it a good choice for anyone who needs to make the most out of their desk space. Behind the phone holder, there’s a small nook to keep erasers and pencil sharpeners, giving you even more value out of this print.

As this is a simple model, feel free to raise your layer height beyond the traditional 0.2 mm and save yourself some printing time. The front lip of the holder should print fine without supports, though feel free to add them if you find your printer can’t handle the overhang as easily.

• Who designed it? sokolik
• How printable/popular is it? This simple design has plenty of potential; it’s been downloaded over 100 times.
• Where to find it? Printables

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If you are constantly changing up your desk setup and need an organizer that is completely modular, these catch-all trays are a good choice. As the name implies, these can be used to organize just about anything on your desk, from small piles of screws to tools and writing utensils.

Each container can be attached to any other one using the dove-tail connectors. This keeps the smaller containers from sliding around and keeps everything compact.

The designer has created quite a few different trays that you can pick and choose from when printing your new organizer. You’ll find plenty of remixes with more personalized trays, including USB storage trays and battery containers.

• Who designed it? HD
• How printable/popular is it? These trays have become quite popular, with over 27,000 downloads, as well as 233 makes and 46 remixes posted to Printables.
• Where to find it? Printables

Aesthetics are an important part of any desk setup, especially when it comes to organization. A woven basket organizer will give you plenty of space to keep small and medium items while tying into the overall theme of your desk.

The designer has created a complete collection of woven basket designs, including a basket pencil holder. And you can find a version of this particular model without dividers, should you want an open storage solution. Print out the whole group for matching arrangements!

When creating these models, the designer ensured that the woven pattern was printable without the need for any support. A layer height of 0.2 mm is recommended for the base of the print, with the option to swap to a smaller 0.1 mm to get a smooth finish on the top of the basket’s rim.

If you’re looking for a model that would benefit from your new spool of wood PLA, these baskets are a great choice.

• Who designed it? JamesThePrinter
• How printable/popular is it? You’ll find over 40 makes of this little basket sitting proudly on the desks of makers.
• Where to find it? Printables

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For a more vertical design, you may want to print some miniature drawers for your desk. This model features four layers of storage space, with three functional drawers, six cubbies, and two open trays on top for loose items. The use of vertical space is a great addition to smaller desk setups, while larger desks can take advantage of a scaled-up print to suit their organizational needs.

All of the files were designed to print without support. This results in a smooth surface finish that helps the drawers slide in and out without too much friction. If you’re only interested in the drawers, there’s a remixed version of this model that just prints the drawers. Alternatively, you could give your desk a bit more color with these stackable brick drawers.

• Who designed it? Hart 3D Prints
• How printable/popular is it? Plenty of people are enjoying these small drawers, as it is currently sitting at just over 3,200 downloads.
• Where to find it? MakerWorld

If you find yourself wishing you could be outside touching the grass instead of sitting at your desk, then we’ve found a good compromise for you. Bring the familiar feeling of grass to your desk and keep your charging cables organized with this very unique print.

The grass strands will conform to any item that is placed on top of them, while the cavity inside of the model has enough space to fit a charging brick. Any cables connected to the charger can be run through the strands. So, not only are you hiding those unseemly cables, you’re also giving your desk a bit more personality.

The grass uses a very unique 3D printing technique, printing thin strands of material between two large, flat surfaces. You will need some scissors or a sharp scraper to cut the grass free from one of the platforms. This leaves you with hundreds of free strands that look and feel like the real thing. If you want, you can use some heat from a heat gun or blow dryer to soften the strands and shape your grass however you choose.

Don’t worry if the technique sounds challenging and you’re just starting your 3D printing journey – the creator included a detailed tutorial, with images, in the design’s site.

To make the process easy, PLA is the material of choice here, as it will give you the perfect amount of flexibility.

• Who designed it? TheMiguelBi
• How printable/popular is it? So far, more than 2,500 users have downloaded this model to create their own desk lawns according to MakerWorld.
• Where to find it? MakerWorld

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Incastro is a collection of organizational prints that aims to maximize the use of any empty desk space with custom-designed containers that all fit on top of a 240 x 100 mm base. This base keeps all of your trays in one place and makes moving the organizer much easier. That said, you can always forgo using the base should you find any of these individual trays suitable for your needs.

While most makers have had no problems printing these models, a few had issues with the SD card and USB slots being too small – especially the latter. Be sure to test your printer’s tolerances and size your prints as needed. And for the base, you’ll want to use 100% infill to keep it sturdy.

Being a modular project, you can expect to get a lot of mileage out of these prints, as you can swap different containers in and out whenever you need and as your desk accessories and tools keep changing.

• Who designed it? Davideantonel
• How printable/popular is it? The 90 makes and over 17,000 downloads show that this is a very popular model for organizing desks. You can also find an additional 11 remixes with customized containers in case the 12 different designs don’t quite meet your needs.
• Where to find it? Printables

Whether you have a hard time keeping track of time or you don’t want to forget a special day, it can be difficult to make space on your desk for both a clock and a calendar without making it feel too crowded.

This model looks to solve this issue by giving you both in a compact form factor, while having the added benefit of a few trays to help tidy things up. The back container is sized for pens and scissors, while the bottom parts are the perfect shape and size for paper clips, sticky notes, or business cards.

To get the clock working, you’ll need to assemble the model using any mechanism (movement or caliber) that has a case size of 56 mm x 56 mm. The designer links to the one they purchased for the original model, and they also include clock hand STL, 3MF, and F3D files in case you want to customize them.

• Who designed it? PhilippHee
• How printable/popular is it? This fun project has earned over 50 likes and 1 make that showcases a different color scheme for the print.
• Where to find it? Printables

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Headphone holders are a must-have for freeing up desk space when not using your headset.

Rather than having your headphones sitting on top of a print that takes up even more space, you may want to consider the option of mounting your headphone holder to the side of your desk. This design will not only keep your headphones safe and out of the way, but you will also gain a nice little basket for all of your pens, markers, and small storage devices like USB sticks.

The model uses a classic threaded screw design to clamp the print to the bottom of your desk. This ensures a secure attachment while making it easy to undo the screw and move the clamp around your desk when needed. The headphone hook is designed to be quite sturdy – the designer recommends opting for 20% infill. For a hook that can comfortably hold the weight of a backpack, PETG, ABS, or even nylon might be a better choice than PLA.

• Who designed it? mishkin2
• How printable/popular is it? This unique organizer has earned over 8,000 downloads, while a total of 15 makes have been shared on Thingiverse so far.
• Where to find it? Thingiverse

If you’re not a fan of the often messy appearance of traditional pen holders but need to keep your writing utensils within arms reach, a Cactus Caddy is what you need.

This multi-tier organizer has a middle section that acts as a functional pen holder during work hours. Once you’re finished, put the lid back on to hide all of your pens from sight, leaving you with an adorable and decorative desk cactus.

The design comes in two styles. For a minimalistic approach, a small planter pot base can be printed. If you want more storage space, a larger pot (available both with and without dividers) allows you to lift the cactus and put away your keys or any other trinkets. And if you want the larger design but you won’t be using it for storage, the maker also included a third option that prints solid.

• Who designed it? cmdesign
• How printable/popular is it? 10 makers have planted this adorable cactus organizer on their desks.
• Where to find it? Printables

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