10 Mind Blowing Dollar Store Organization Hacks that are beyond Genius
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It’s easy to put off organizing with excuses like “I don’t have time,” “It’s too hard,” or “It’s too expensive.” But with these brilliant dollar store organization hacks, you can kiss those excuses goodbye!
The truth is, organizing your home shouldn’t be difficult or break the bank. Whatever chaos you’re dealing with, your local dollar store has the perfect solution waiting for you. It’s basically a treasure trove of cheap DIY organization gold!
Get ready to be amazed by these genius dollar store ideas and be prepared to head to the closest dollar store for organization solutions!
1. Scary Closet to Organized Paradise
Every house has at least one scary closet or drawer that becomes a dumping ground over time- you know, the one you pray guests never accidentally open! Instead of living in fear, transform your dumping ground into an organized masterpiece using simple plastic containers from the dollar store.
So, grab some inexpensive plastic containers from the dollar store and keep things organized like in the image above. Give everything a designated home and watch your closet go from disaster zone to Pinterest-worthy in just one afternoon. The best part? You’ll actually be able to find things when you need them!
Related: 10 Smart Linen Closet Organization ideas everyone should know.
2. Brilliant Bathroom File Container Hack
If you have old file containers lying around your house, don’t throw them away. Hang them in your bathroom instead! These unexpected storage heroes are perfect for organizing bathroom supplies, and they’re especially genius for storing hot styling tools like blow dryers and straighteners while they cool down safely.
No file containers lying around? Don’t worry, you can head to the nearest dollar store or get one online from Amazon. This comes in handy to organize your bathroom supplies when you want to keep extra things but don’t have a shelf to keep them. Your bathroom will go from cluttered chaos to spa-like serenity!
3. Tiny Items, Big Organization Solution
How many times have you lost screws, dice, or small game pieces? Too many to count, right? These stackable mini containers from the dollar store are absolute lifesavers for all those tiny items that love to disappear. You can also use these small acrylic containers from Amazon, which cost nearly the same as containers from the dollar store.
Use them for board game pieces, loose change, craft supplies, or hardware – anything small that drives you crazy when it goes missing. Stack them up and label them for maximum organization power!
4. Organize Your Cutlery
Tired of digging through your silverware drawer trying to find the right spoon? This dollar store labeling system will save your sanity! Organize your cutlery by type and size, then label everything clearly.
No more guessing between tablespoon and teaspoon when you’re in the middle of baking. Just open the drawer and grab exactly what you need – it’s that simple!
Check out more Kitchen organization ideas.
5. Game Night Organization Made Easy
Love board games but hate the setup chaos? This game organization system, using dollar store containers, will revolutionize your game nights! Keep all pieces, cards, and instructions perfectly organized in labeled containers.
No more missing pieces, no more digging through boxes – just grab your organized game bin and start playing immediately. Your family will think you’re a genius!
6. Organizing Outdoor Play
After organizing indoor games, it’s time to organize outdoor play. Use dollar store baskets with cute chalkboard labels attached to your fence or shed. Kids can easily find their outdoor toys, and cleanup becomes a breeze.
This system works so well, you might actually enjoy outdoor playtime cleanup (yes, really!).
7. Bathroom Storage Without the Renovation
Short on bathroom storage space? Create instant shelving using sturdy rectangular baskets from the dollar store! Simply screw them to the wall for lightweight, functional storage that holds towels, toiletries, and more.
This hack gives you the organized bathroom of your dreams without spending hundreds on built-in storage or renovations.
8. DIY Ribbon Dispenser & Storage
If you craft, you know the ribbon struggle is real – tangled, messy, impossible to use! This DIY ribbon dispenser, using a dollar store container, will change everything. All you need is a plastic container with holes in it from the Dollar Store, a saw, and a dowel rod.
Now, simply line up the ribbon spools, place a dowel rod through the middle, and allow each ribbon to have its own exit hole in the side of the basket. This can make storing and using each type of ribbon easy.
9. Organizing Kitchen Junk
Inexpensive Dollar Store containers are the most convenient answer to all the clutter and keeping everything organized. That goes just perfect for your kitchen storage as well. Organize everything by putting them into these containers by making separate sections for putting candies, tea bags, etc. and make it a child’s play to find any pantry item. Check out more Pantry Organization ideas.
10. Instant in-the-door Broom Closet
No cleaning closet? No problem! This brilliant over-the-door hook system keeps brooms, mops, and cleaning tools organized and accessible without taking up valuable closet space.
Having a closet is definitely best, but if you don’t, then fret not. This brilliant idea from Pinspired Home to use this in-the-door attachment to keep brooms, mops, and other tools conveniently accessible while looking tidy. The wave design of this hook display adds a little extra design element to the area.
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