Many of us need help to organize and keep clutter and chaos under control.
There are so many DIY and smart hacks for organizing your spaces- but I know how to organize things in ways that don’t break the bank!
In this post, I’ll share 57 budget-friendly Dollar Store organization ideas.
These simple solutions will help you declutter your space and bring more organization and stress-free vibes to your daily life, especially if you have a little house!
So, let’s tackle that clutter together and create a more peaceful and organized home.
Key Takeaways
Before we jump into my amazing list of Dollar Tree organization ideas, let’s quickly go over what you can expect:
- Maximizing Storage Space: Learn how to maximize your storage with Dollar Tree buckets and bins.
- Affordable Desk Organization: Discover inexpensive ways to tidy your workspace with Dollar Tree supplies.
- Easy Closet Makeover: See how Dollar Store hangers, bins, and dividers can improve your closet organization.
- Kitchen Simplification: Uncover how useful Dollar Tree’s utensil trays and stackable bins are.
- Bathroom Order Restored: Find out how Dollar Tree products can help maintain an orderly and clutter-free bathroom.
- Children’s Toy Room Organization: Explore ways to organize your child’s playroom for less money.
Dollar Tree Organization
Kitchen Organization
1. Pantry Storage
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Use bins to store food and pantry items like pasta, cereal, and flour for an easy, clean, and sophisticated pantry.
Dollar Tree baskets are perfect- in multiple sizes and shapes, you’ll find one that fits your space.
2. Sink Organization
Use Dollar Tree baskets to store items under your sink, such as cleaning supplies, sponges, and other essentials.
You cna also use shower caddies to store things together, keep them upright, and take them to-go around the house for cleaning messes.
3. Spice Racks
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Next is the DIY spice rack. Hang metal spice racks from Dollar Store cooling trays for your kitchen cabinet or pantry.
Or, use glass jars from the Dollar Store to make a spice rack to keep your spices neatly arranged and last longer than those plastic jugs.
4. Lazy Susan Hack
Turn any cabinet into a revolving tray! This is great for Tupperware organization and more.
Using two cake pans and some marbles, you can easily make a Lazy Susan for easy access to the essentials in your kitchen cabinet.
Fridge Storage Ideas
5. Clear Bins
Consider using clear bins from the Dollar Store to categorize and store similar food items together.
This not only makes your fridge look tidy, but it also helps you find what you need without digging around.
6. Soda Can Organizer
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Dollar Tree’s soda can organizer can be a game-changer for those who love their fizzy drinks!
This organizer stacks your soda cans efficiently, freeing up extra room in your fridge- or it can be used in your pantry for soup cans.
7. Condiment Bottle Holders
Another neat storage idea is to use Dollar Tree’s condiment bottle holders.
These can be a great way to keep your sauces, dressings, and other condiments neatly organized in one place.
8. Stackable Bins
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Dollar Tree’s stackable bins provide a solution for maximizing vertical storage space in your fridge.
These bins are perfect for storing fruits, vegetables, and other small items.
Bathroom Storage Solutions
9. Wall Baskets
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Use Dollar Store wire baskets, wire racks, or floating shelves for wall storage.
Just install them on your bathroom walls to organize and display toiletries, making them easily accessible.
10. Under-the-Sink Storage
You can use plastic bins and baskets to organize the cabinet underneath your bathroom sink effectively.
11. Organize Bathroom Accessories
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Use curtain rings or carabiners to organize hair ties, scarves, belts, etc., nice and tidy.
Curtain rings can serve multiple purposes, too, from holding bathrobes and towels to storing hair styling tools and products.
Makeup Storage Space
12. Lipstick Organizer
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One of the most popular hacks for makeup is trays for lipstick.
Using a Dollar Store desktop organizer, neatly arrange your lipsticks and nail polish by color or brand.
13. Cosmetic Jars
Dollar Tree’s jars and candle holders can be utilized as chic countertop storage solutions for makeup brushes, eyeliners, nail polish, or mascara.
Simply fill the glass jars with decorative stones or beads to hold the brushes upright.
14. Drawer Organizer
Plastic drawer organizers from the Dollar Store are perfect for storing smaller cosmetics such as eyeshadows, powder compacts, and blushes.
Separate your makeup by category and dedicate a specific section in the drawer organizer for each.
15. Magnetic Makeup Board
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Make your magnetic makeup board using a Dollar Tree baking tray and magnetic strips.
Attach the strips to your makeup items and stick them onto the tray, then stick things to the metal tray that you can have on your container or hang on your wall.
16. Basket Storage
Larger Dollar Tree baskets can store bulkier items like hairdryers, curling irons, or larger makeup palettes.
You can even label the dollar store baskets for easier identification.
17. Tiered Tray
You can get a 3 tiered tray for your makeup, jewelry, and more.
Just get the deeper, scallop style so things don’t slip off the edges.
Toy Organizers
18. Stackable Bins
These bins are useful for sorting toys by type or size.
Your child can easily see what’s inside, and they can help in clean-up by putting toys back in the right bins.
19. Laundry Baskets
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Larger toys like stuffed animals or sports equipment can be stored in Dollar Store laundry baskets. Or use them for bath toys to dry out!
These baskets are light and easy for kids to move around, plus my girls empty them to play in their “cars” and then put everything back.
20. Hanging Shoe Organizer
An over-the-door shoe organizer can also be repurposed to store small toys like dolls, action figures, or craft supplies.
Each pocket offers a clear view of its contents, making it simple for children to find their favorite toys.
21. Door Hooks & S Hooks
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Get an over-the-door hook to hang up costumes, hats, lanyards, and other dangly toys you want organized.
You can put these hook hangers over a chair or screw them into a wall for your kids to reach.
22. Plastic Drawer Organizer
Dollar Tree’s plastic drawer units can organize Legos, puzzles, or art supplies.
Storage Closet Organizers
23. Bins and Baskets
You can create a customized closet organization system using Dollar Store bins and baskets that have lids.
These are perfect for storing everything from scarves and belts to shirts and sweaters. Label each bin for easy identification.
24. Over-the-Door Organizer
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An over-the-door shoe organizer can store shoes, hats, or accessories in your closet.
25. Shelf Dividers
Shelf dividers can be used to neatly stack clothing or accessories, preventing them from toppling over onto the floor of your closet.
26. Hooks
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Adhesive command hooks can be attached to the closet walls or doors, providing extra room to hang bags, belts, or scarves.
27. Curtain Rings
Use curtain rings as hangers for camisoles, tank tops, or other lightweight clothing items.
Clip the clothing straps through the rings and hang them on a closet rod or door hooks.
Dresser Organization
28. Jewelry Organizer
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Ice cube trays or small bins from the Dollar Store can effectively organize your jewelry.
They have individual compartments perfect for storing earrings, rings, or other small jewelry.
29. Linen Organizer
Use Dollar Tree’s fabric storage boxes to store your bed linens.
You can also use these for storing off-season clothing, freeing up valuable room in your drawer.
30. Dresser Drawer Organizer
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Keep your dresser clutter-free with Dollar Store trays or boxes.
Create a custom grid with a cardboard poster board from the Dollar store too!
These are perfect for holding clothes, perfumes, lotions, hair accessories, or other items that you use daily.
Organize Cords & Electronics
31. Cord Baskets
Keep your cords untangled and organized by using Dollar Tree baskets.
You can label each basket for different cords, like HDMI, charging, and audio cables. You can also use velvet ties or hair ties to keep them wrapped up.
32. Binder Clips
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These handy little clips can be used to manage and direct your cords.
Simply clip them to the edge of your desk and run the cords through the metal loops.
33. Over-the-Door Shoe Organizer
These organizers are not just for shoes.
You can use the clear pockets to store items like remote controls, game controllers, headphones, and other small electronics.
34. Charger Storage
Repurpose Dollar Tree sunglass cases to store and protect your small electronic devices or chargers.
35. Plastic Bins
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These can be used to store larger electronic devices like tablets, cameras, or gaming consoles when not in use.
The bins can be stacked to save room or tucked under furniture for space saving.
Store Holiday Wrapping & Gift Stuff
36. Ribbon Storage
Empty Dollar Tree water bottles can be used as ribbon dispensers.
Simply cut a slit in the side of the bottle, insert the ribbon roll, and pull the end of the ribbon through the opening.
37. Card Storage Ideas
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Use Dollar Tree’s photo storage boxes to store your greeting cards.
You can sort them by occasion or recipient, making it easy to find the perfect card when needed.
38. Ornament Storage Ideas
Protect your delicate holiday ornaments by storing them in Dollar Tree’s plastic apple containers.
They provide a perfect fit for most standard-sized ornaments and will keep them from getting damaged.
39. Gift Wrap Storage Bag
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Use a Dollar Store garment bag to store your gift wrap, contact paper, and other rolls.
It will keep the paper clean, dry, and wrinkle-free, ready for the next holiday season.
Drawer Organizers
40. Utensil Storage Ideas
Dollar Tree’s utensil drawer organizers can be repurposed for organizing drawers in any part of your home.
These are ideal for arranging cutlery in the kitchen, cosmetics in the bathroom, or office supplies in your home office.
41. Plastic Bins
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These small containers are perfect for keeping small items together and organized in your drawers.
Use them to store paper clips, rubber bands, or small craft supplies.
42. Stackable Plastic Boxes
Using stackable boxes can help to maximize the vertical space in your drawers.
These can neatly store items like socks, ties, or scarves.
43. Plastic Cups
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Plastic cups come in all sizes for all sizes of drawers, providing you with a customized Dollar Tree organization solution.
Use them to keep your kitchen utensils, office supplies, or clothing items in order.
44. Plastic Portfolios
Repurpose these Dollar Tree items to organize paper documents, notebooks, or magazines in your drawers.
Their vertical design keeps items upright and easily accessible
Car Organization
45. Trash Bin Bag
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Use a Dollar Tree bag as a portable car trash bin.
Simply line it with a small trash bag, and you have a neat, covered trash solution that fits most car cup holders.
46. Console Organizers
Dollar Tree’s small plastic baskets or bins can be used to keep your car console clutter-free.
These are ideal for holding sunglasses, phone chargers, or small snacks.
47. Backseat Storage Ideas
A clear shoe organizer can serve as an excellent backseat organizer.
Hang one on the back of your front seats to store items like umbrellas, tissues, water bottles, or children’s toys.
48. Change Holder
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Repurpose a Dollar Tree pill organizer to store your loose change.
This is a convenient solution for storing coins for parking meters or drive-through windows.
49. Emergency Kit
Use a Dollar Tree plastic storage box to assemble a small emergency kit for your car.
This could include a first-aid kit, a flashlight, spare batteries, and emergency blankets.
50. Cup Holder Liners
Silicone muffin cups from Dollar Tree make excellent cup holder liners.
These can catch crumbs and spills, making the cleaning process much easier.
51. Glovebox Organizer
Use small plastic envelopes from Dollar Tree to organize your glovebox.
These are great for storing important documents like your car’s registration and insurance information, keeping them protected and easy to find.
Garage Storage Ideas
52. Pegboard Organizer
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Dollar Tree carries small pegboards that can be combined to create a larger organization system for your tools.
Pegboards are a garage storage staple, providing a versatile solution for hanging and organizing tools.
53. Plastic Bins
Large plastic bins from Dollar Tree make for excellent garage storage for seasonal items like holiday decorations or summer sports equipment.
They’re also great for outdoor toy storage.
54. Wire Shelves
Wire shelves from The Dollar Tree can be stacked to create additional storage on your garage workbench or shelves.
They’re ideal for organizing spray paint, automotive fluids, or small tools.
55. Wall Hooks
Dollar Tree’s adhesive command hooks can hang and organize tools, gardening gloves, and more on your garage walls.
This keeps them in easy reach and helps to free up room on your floor.
56. Pool Noodle
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Pool noodles can be put on the wall and hold all sorts of tools- rakes, brooms, fishing poles, and more.
You can cut them to smaller sizes to hold other things, or glue them together in a drawer to hold up tools.
57. Bucket Tool Organizer
Small pails from Dollar Tree can be turned into portable tool organizers.
Or, use them to store smaller items, such as spray paint, paintbrushes, or gardening tools, offering a cost-effective and versatile solution for keeping your essentials easily accessible.
FAQs
Are Dollar Tree bins helpful for organizing?
Yes, Dollar Tree bins are great for organizing. They come in various sizes and styles, making them versatile for different items and spaces.
Plus, they’re affordable and easily accessible at any local Dollar Tree store.
Many bloggers use them besides me, including Dream Green DIY. Neat House Sweet Home, and Restoration Beauty, so you know these cheap finds are useful and durable.
I use Dollar Tree cleaning products to prep my areas and their bins to organize everything after!
How can I make storage solutions from Dollar Tree items?
There are many ways to create more storage with Dollar Tree items.
You can repurpose items like plastic bins, shoe organizers, and cereal containers to fit your needs.
Think outside the box and get creative – you may be surprised at what you come up with!
Is $20 enough to make storage solutions from Dollar Tree?
Yes, $20 can go a long way in creating extra storage with Dollar Tree items.
With items ranging from $1 to $5, you can purchase multiple items to fit your organizational needs.
Plus, many of these storage ideas use common household items you may already have, making it even more budget-friendly.
My Thoughts
Dollar Tree offers a treasure trove of affordable items that can be ingeniously repurposed into effective and creative storage ideas.
With items priced so affordably, you can transform your space without putting a dent in your wallet.
Whether you’re tidying up your kitchen drawers, organizing your car, or maximizing garage storage, there’s a Dollar Tree organization hack to lend a helping hand!
So, let’s spend the weekend decluttering and organizing, turning our living spaces into a neat home.
