DIY Storage Solutions That Will Change Your Life

This article includes different ways to organize your space with easy-to-find items from around the home. From cabinet makeovers to fridge and kitchen organization methods, these tips are sure to help you get your stuff in order! When you’re able to walk through your door at night and know exactly where everything is, you can genuinely relax after a long, tiring day. Let’s help make that possible!

Invest in a 6-tier wall mount rack.  This towel holder’s open design keeps towels easily available for you and your visitors. It can also add a modern look to your bathroom. Towels of all sizes can easily fit into the holder; just fold and roll them to the right size.

Luckily, we’ve found an easy way to organize those pesky accessories! Here’s what you need: wooden planks, screws, a drill bit, and hooks. Screw the wood into the wall and drill holes for the hooks or pegs. Screw in the hooks, and once everything is ready, hang all your pairs of shoes.

You can use fruit and vegetable racks, available in stores or online. If you’re on a tight budget, consider using an over-the-door shoe organizer. These organizers have various compartments, allowing you to pick out what you need without rummaging through everything else.

A stamped toilet paper roll not only looks neat but also keeps your roll from unfolding. That is why you may have noticed stamped toilet paper at high-end hotels or restaurants.

Simply stick a magnet to the lid or the underside of your spice jars. Then, you can stick them to your brushed steel fridge or any other metal appliances or storage solutions in your kitchen. Use magnets large enough that they won’t come off until you want them to!

If your child has some LEGO toys laying around, you can build a rectangular shape with them. Make sure to have an open area for the placement of the spoons. Done? Now slot in all your big utensils. These little bricks aren’t just fun childhood toys – they can also help you get organized.

You don’t have to spend a lot of money to organize your spices. If you’re a fan of Tic Tacs, you already have everything you need. Clean up the old containers, remove the labels, and add a new labeling system for each spice you wish to store.

Fill the empty tissue box with your plastic bags. To ensure that the bags will come out quickly, roll them as you see in the picture above. Place the box in an easy-to-reach location like a cabinet or drawer. When you need a bag, simply pull it from the box like a tissue.

If you have multiple snacks in small packets, cut some cardboard to size and insert it into the cylinder to create a partition.  Now cut out the top spout of an empty plastic juice container and use this piece to pour your snacks out. This is great when there are children who want different snacks at the same time.

A dark place with very little humidity is perfect. Common places that work well are dark and cool closets or kitchen drawers close to the floor. While in storage, check them often to make sure the onions and garlic are not sprouting.

A slinky can be used to store lids. It is a simple, low-cost solution that just might be the perfect fit for your kitchen. Simply apply some adhesive to the spring’s ends to join it together.  When you’re finished, place all of your lids in the gaps of the spring.

All you need is a power strip, some wire ties, and velcro straps. Simply drill holes where necessary for wires. When you’re done, place the power strip inside the drawer. Use the velcro straps to attach it to the drawer’s side. The wire ties? Wrap up the charger cable so they don’t get tangled. Voila! You now have a hidden charging station.

If you have an unused cereal container, use it as a trash bin for your road trip! The hole in plastic cereal containers is big enough to fit most car-based waste. Also, it won’t take up much of your passenger’s legroom.

Simply buy some Command hooks and measure out their placement using the picture above as a guide. Follow the instructions to correctly secure the hooks to the cabinet door. Then, slide all your pot lids into their new homes.

You can even install a special hook for each person in your home, so no one uses the wrong bath towel. To make it more clear for them, add their initials above the hook. This way, everyone has easy access to their respective towels.

You don’t need to buy any products or use up storage space – just grab a kitchen utensil organizer. It is a perfect way to keep your toiletries in one place! Simply apply some savvy organizing skills, and viola! Your toiletries will take up less space and be easily accessible.

It’s time to transform your pots into stylish holders. Ensure that the pots are dry and clean. Coat them with primer. When dry, add your desired paint color. Once that’s dry, tie the twine around the pots. Label them for forks, spoons, and knives.

To make this device, get a wooden “lazy Susan.” Screw in the hooks first, and once you’re done, use screws and a drill to attach it to the underside of a cabinet. You will likely need someone to help you hold it in place as you work. Hang up your utensils, and you are ready to go!

To ensure you can always see what fruit you have available, take some durable plastic bags and binder clips, put the fruit in each pack, then use the binder clips to hang them. This will ensure they stay fresh and get used in time.

You can use some unused cake lids or cut gallon-sized water bottles in half. Grab the bottom part of the bottle and use it for covering your food. You can even use the middle portions of the bottle to create layers as pictured above.

Using plastic storage baskets inside a crowded freezer is a smart space-saving solution. Use the baskets to organize foods by type, then add a label and dates as a reference. Always put new stuff towards the back and the stuff that needs to be eaten first at the front.

One of these hacks is using binder clips to organize charger cables under a desk. Simply attach the binder clips to the desk, then insert the cord into the openings. Line them up neatly, and the cords will look tidy and stay in place at all times, even when unplugged.

Store your squeeze bottles upside down in an egg carton. This will keep them organized and make them squeeze with ease. Egg cartons also keep condiments from sliding around and falling over in the refrigerator door.

A simple wire hanger can help you. Just take some wire hangers and bend the ends into a boomerang-like shape. Bend each arm of the hanger up towards the hook, creating two holders for the shoes. Slide your shoes onto the hanger and hang them in your closet.

Once you’ve washed your brushes in warm water with gentle soap, here’s how to dry them: first, attach some velcro to a clothes hanger. Then place your brushes in an upside-down position into the spaces between the loops. This method will ensure that all parts are completely dry.

If you have many caps, you probably want a way to keep them organized. You can do this easily by using a clothes hanger and some shower hooks. Just slip the shower hooks onto the bottom of the hanger and then clip the caps on. No more scattered hats on the floor!

All you need is to find an empty shoebox and fold the lid to create tiered shelving. Insert it into the shoebox, and if needed, secure it in place with glue. Once done, line up your nail polish on each shelf. Easy, right?

All it takes is a pool noodle and some adhesives! Start by adhering the noodle to the wall, then make slits for the broom’s handle. This method will also help your mop to dry properly and prevent bad odors.

This method is similar to the hat organizer we showed earlier. Simply use a hanger and some clothes pins. Attach the pins to the bottom of the hanger, then clip on your socks. This obviously works better if you clip the socks on in pairs!

Gather the items needed, then glue one of the plates on top of the can and one on the bottom. Let it dry overnight. Now, fill with spices. This is such an easy and inexpensive way to store your spices, and it looks great too!

All you need is a drill with a small bit, some screws, brackets, and some closet rods. Pre-drill a hole for the bracket screw, then attach the round bracket to the wall. Repeat the process until you’ve made three shelves. It’s a great way to cut down clutter and give you more space.

All it takes are some cylindrical containers and glue. Arrange the containers horizontally and use glue to fasten them together. Make two layers for extra storage. Once they’re dry, all you have to do is put your pencils and markers inside.

Get a corkboard or a plain canvas print and hang it in a convenient place in your house. Then, get decorative pins and arrange them so that there’s a place for all your jewelry. You can be done in a matter of minutes. This storage solution saves space and is easy to install. It also serves as a decorative piece in your bedroom.

You don’t have to struggle anymore – just use hooks! Get two Command hooks and stick them upside down on either side of your garbage bin. Hook the handles of the bag around them, and it will stay in place until you’re ready to take the trash out.

If you have lots of nail polish, you’ll need a large one. However, you may also wish to purchase small pockets so you can bring them with you when traveling. It’s really convenient, and you can move it wherever you want.

This paper towel holder will keep your roll in order. Not only is this convenient, but it also saves space and helps you break off the right number of sheets to clean up any mess. Since it’s up off the countertop, the roll won’t accidentally get soggy either.

To solve this troublesome issue, put a magnetic strip either on your bathroom wall or on the inside of your cabinet or drawers. Now you can magnetize your bobby pins, nail clippers, tweezers, and other metal tools to keep them all organized and accessible.

Use this hanging storage solution to organize your snack or baking cabinet or use it to store your produce. The possibilities are seemingly endless!

For example, storing sliced up vegetables in these containers is a great idea when preparing for lunch or dinner. The best part about these containers is the spout lid that makes poring ever so easy. Pour just the right amount of veggies into your pasta sauce, soup, stir-fry or other meals using these convenient storing containers.

Use a binder clip to secure all your cooking packets together. Next, attach the wall clip to the inside of your kitchen cabinet. Then hang the binder clipped packages to the hook for simple storage.

Cut off the handle of an old or new rake and wrap the end for safety and decorative purposes. Now hang it upside down on the wall and slide your wine glass stems through the prongs for a fun storage hack.

Reuse old jars like peanut butter containers and screw their lids to the bottom of a shelf or desk. Now all your small items have a designated space where they won’t get lost or scattered. Every time you need to access them, just unscrew the container while the lid stays in place. Simple!

They run for about $2 at home centers and are perfect for storing out of season clothes, patio cushions, camping gear, or whatever else.

This way you will have layers of storage in one slim area so you can skip getting up at night to get what you need and simply reach over and grab it.

So why is that when we actually need batteries they are nowhere to be found? This hack simplifies that problem. Use a fishing tackle box to store batteries and take away the mystery of fishing for them.

Wherever you or your kids are working on your art, be it outside on a beautiful day or inside on the tile floor, his trolley cart can come along too!

Instead of throwing all your products and items on the ledge of the tub or the bottom of the shower, attach your items to clips or S-hooks. Add an extra tension rod to your shower or hang additional hooks to the back of your shower curtain. Either way, you now can easily access your hanging products without having them scattered around the shower itself. 

This hack is the perfect solution. By storing earrings in the holes of buttons you make them easy to find, store, and keep them all together. What’s not to love?

Hanging your instrument on the wall fixes that problem. Instrument wall hangers cost around $20 a pop. Instead, you could buy plastic coated hooks that come at $2-$4 and are just as tough.

Place hooks along the wall itself or along planks of wood to create a stylish mug organizer for your wall. Be sure to put your creation near your coffee machine for easy access. Not only will this free up your cabinet or counter space, but this can also give your plain wall some added personality!

Simply cut a hole in the top of a clear plastic bottle. Then, drill a hole in the cap for the hook. After placing your odds and ends inside, hang them in your garage or kitchen.

Not only do they give you way more space in your closet, but they are also an organization dream. You can now organize your clothes however you see fit!

Now slide your books into the baskets for a creative bookshelf alternative. This is a great way to get books off your floors or coffee tables to free up space while still making your novels easily accessible for reading time.

After placing everything into a logical container, get some velcro so you can stick smaller containers to the door and inner walls, maximizing your space. Make sure to use transparent containers for clear visibility.

A file rack shelf can hold up to three bottles horizontally. It doesn’t take up much space in your fridge but can prevent your wine from rolling around when carefully installed.

This ring holder is easy to use because it can be mounted anywhere in the bathroom or kitchen that has a smooth, flat surface. You will never lose another valuable piece of jewelry again!

This simple trick is a great way to free up space while keeping your excess products organized and easy to access. You can try this bungee cord hack in the bathroom as well for storing toilet paper.

Instead of allowing the bags to take up space on the bottom of your cabinet, install two hooks to the wall of the cabinet then use a plastic rod to hold up your garbage bag roll. Now just tug on the roll to rip off a new trash bag each time. A simple trick!

This way, you can store as many washcloths as you need without taking up all of that space that usually comes with storing wash rags.

This hack is very ergonomic and also just practical and nice to look at. You can find a wine holder for pretty cheap, or maybe you have one laying around. Either way, take advantage because this hack makes a space look adorable.

It makes accessing already opened snacks very clear and easy to find and also keeps them stored in an organized way.

This makes your space appear tended for and also offers a lot of free space for you to enjoy. Plus it is an easy DIY.

They are pretty decently priced and will allow you to wrap up your house. Easy and actionable

By raising your bed, you are offering yourself a wide variety of options in what can be stored underneath it. Take advantage.

This little hack not only clears up some much needed counter and sink space, it makes your sink area so much less cluttered. You can achieve this clean and clutter free space by creating your own little sink saddle!

This hack is not only awesome but also super affordable.
If you have an old rake laying around (it can even be missing the handle!) you are going to want to take advantage of the instant organization right at your fingertips.

This hack is great for art projects, toys, or toiletries in your kid’s bathroom. Really, whatever works best for you.

You can keep markers, pens, colored pencils– you name it! The point is they are space saving and affordable, right?

Have a second one lying around as well? Stick another one to your vanity mirror to stash skincare and makeup brushes. So not only will you have an organized shower, your vanity will be organized too!

If you don’t have shelves, you really need to add that to your to-do list.  No time to get to the store? No problem. That’s where this hack comes in handy. Most of us- honestly we don’t know why- have crates lying around. Clean them up and screw them into the wall and  viola! You have super quick, easy, and sturdy storage area.

Just because your closet didn’t come with shelves doesn’t mean it can’t have shelves. Get creative and think outside the box!  Organizing your closet is a therapeutic, or at least we think it is!

You can store things from thread, needles, buttons, down to basic household items in this sturdy and perfectly shaped storage cookie tin. This probably unlocks a core memory for a good chunk of our readers!

When you’ve run out of space in your fridge and you don’t want to play Tetris with casserole dishes and pickle jars, place a baking sheet on top of a flat surface and bam, there you go!

Just grab yourself a drying/cooling rack and a plastic storage bin and then you have yourself a drying rack for those pesky storage lids and an easily accessible/ organized way to store them.

Silicone cupcake liners are also perfect for corralling those small items around your homes like push pins, safety pins, paper clips, or bobby pins. You can take any drawer from chaos to uncluttered in the blink of an eye with this hack.

This makes makes undoing and redoing your small appliance storage space a thing of the past. All you need to do is simply wheel them out when they are in use, clean them up and then out them away.

An added bonus is you will be able to stack multiple egg cartons on top of each other and as long as the stack doesn’t get too high they won’t fall over. The best part? This Christmas decor storage won’t cost you a thing.

Things such as your hair dryer, hair straightener or even styling products can fit into these added bins. If you need a renter friends option for adding storage to your cabinet doors we suggest hanging the bins with command hooks.

Just stick one inside of your refrigerator, and you have instant extra storage for anything that doesn’t have a home. From condiments, to fridge deodorizer, the possibilities are endless for what you can do with that extra fridge real estate!

If you have an old drawer/ silverware organizer lying around, try adding a few command hooks on backside of it, hang it on your wall and now you’ve created a new safe place for your jewelry. Not wanting it on your wall? No problem. Place the organizer horizontal and slide it into a drawer. 

This allows you to see exactly what you need and then you are able to access it with ease. Added bonus, you don’t have to unstack everything on top of it!

Not only does properly storing your rolls of wrapping paper keep them within easy reach, it prevents them from toppling over, and can be hung on an otherwise underutilized wall space in your closet or craft space