NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – For most of us living in the Tri-State area, space is at a premium.

From storing things you don’t need right away – to hiding holiday gifts, we can all use an efficient storage system.

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Do-It-Yourself expert Barbara K stopped by The Couch to show us how to create our own DIY storage system for underneath your bed.

“I think that women should not be a damsel in distress, you should know how to do things for yourself,” she said.

For the complete demonstration, check out the video below. Find more information on her website by clicking here.