Are you looking for practical solutions to declutter your home? 40 DIY Container Project Ideas offer innovative ways to organize your space and streamline your life. From stylish storage bins to custom shelving units, these projects can transform any area—from your living room to garage—into a tidy oasis. By utilizing containers effectively, you can not only maximize your storage but also enhance your home’s aesthetic appeal. Explore creative ideas, such as color-coded containers for different rooms or multifunctional storage solutions that blend seamlessly with your decor. Say goodbye to clutter and hello to a more organized, stress-free living environment with these inspiring container project ideas.
Get ready to corral your porch clutter, banish your toiletry mess, and tame your hallway closet chaos with these brilliant storage ideas from clever A&D bloggers.
01. Storage Bench
Stow umbrellas, bike helmets, galoshes, and more in this bright outdoor box. See the full post here.
02. Dish Drawer Organizer
Set a pegboard at the bottom of your drawer and make your own pegs to hold everything in place. See the full post here.
03. Denim Pocket Organizer
Transform your old jeans into adorable wall decor that also serves as a storage space for all your knick-knacks. See the full post here.
04. Mason Jar Twine Holder
Ok, this just took all the annoyance out of crafting with string and ribbon. See the full post here.
05. Space Saving Shoe Rack
Turn cardboard boxes into space-saving shoe storage, and bring order to your closet. See the full post here.
06. Dish Organizer
Cut up boxes and nest them together to create an all-inclusive paper goods storage bin. See the full post here.
07. Beautiful Cubby Storage
Mount it above your mirror, door, or toilet, to keep extra supplies hidden, but nearby. See the full post here.
08. Use Wire Shelves And Bins To Squeeze More Space Into Your Closet
Enhance your closet storage options by adding wire shelves to create extra space. See the full post here.
09. Driftwood Beach Towel Holder
Hang this cute towel hanger by the pool, or put it right outside your bathroom, for fresh towels at the ready. See the full post here.
10. Upright Freezer Organizing Ideas
One of the places that tends to get the most packed in and cluttered is your freezer – not anymore! See the full post here.
11. Wall-Mounted Lint Catcher
Don’t let those lint bunnies run wild in your laundry room. See the full post here.
12. Simple Organization with Coffee Creamer Containers
Once your cream is gone, rinse the container out, and turn it into easy-pour storage for grains and cereal. See the full post here.
13. Make The Kids A Stuffed Animal Pen With Bungee Cords
14. Paper Organizer
Connect three cut-up cereal boxes to create a desktop paper organizer to keep your affairs in order. See the full post here.
15. Inexpensive Drawer Organizers
Save up some tissue boxes for this brilliant (and easy) office drawer organizing hack! See the full post here.
16. Mason Jar Laundry Soap Containers
Make your laundry room fashionable and functional by storing all your detergents, softeners, and soaps in large mason jars. See the full post here.
17. Hanging Book Holder
If you’re a parent, you know how easily children can make a mess with their books. Give them an easy alternative with this! See the full post here.
18. Bath Toy Storage
Add a rod and hanging baskets to your shower wall, so you never have to share your bath with rubber duckies again. See the full post here.
19. TP Craft Caddy
Transform cut-up paper towel rolls or toilet paper tubes into stylish storage for your desk supplies. See the full post here.
20. Tiered Jewelry Stand
This quick jewelry DIY won’t just help you organize your room, it will look great while doing it! See the full post here.
21. Lego Head Storage Container
Turn a large empty container into a happy Lego head, so your kids know exactly where to put their pieces when playtime ends. See the full post here.
22. Turn An Old Book Into A Unique Ring Organizer
Use the pages of an old book to keep your jewelry organized and on display. Bonus: it looks super romantic. See the full post here.
23. Food Storage Ideas
These are convenient storage options either way, but adding some textured spray paint makes them stylish too! See the full post here.
24. Crate Wall Shelf From a CD Organizer
This colorful makeshift shelf occupies just enough space to store some extra supplies. See the full post here.
25. Store Medications And Toiletries In This Suitcase Cabinet
Use an old suitcase (or check your local thrift shop for a vintage briefcase) to make this charming medicine cabinet. See the full post here.
26. Utilize Your Under-Desk Space And Add Some Baskets
27. Inexpensive Kitchen Sink Cabinet
Utilize the empty under-sink space efficiently with clear plastic drawers and buckets. See the full post here.
28. Add Knobs To Glass Jars To Create Cute Craft Or Makeup Containers
Haven’t you always wished for cute desktop storage? You can make your own for less than $1! See the full post here.
29. Mudroom Storage Crates
Grab some supplies and arrange these simple wall bins right beside your door to prepare your front hall before the snow hits. See the full post here.
30. Fan Repurposed Into Industrial Mail Holder
How cool is that? Turn an old fan into a spacious spot for incoming mail. See the full post here.
31. Simple Spice Organization
Enough shuffling through the taller containers to get to the back, knocking spices off the rack as you go – it’s time to spice up your storage. See the full post here.
32. Wall Full of Baskets
33. Cubby Storage Rack
Quickly, before winter, set up a personalized wall cubby so that everyone knows where their gloves and hats belong. See the full post here.
34. Laundry Room Change Jar
Say goodbye to emptying your pockets and losing your change before a wash. See the full post here.
35. Pantry Storage Jars
After you’ve finished making that spaghetti sauce, turn your jar into a pretty storage container for the perfect pantry. See the full post here.
36. Chalkboard Kitchen Canister
Fill in that floor space under your shelves with giant tins of supplies and snacks. See the full post here.
37. Employ The “Crap Basket” System For Your Family
38. Copper Pipe Magazine Rack
Make your own stylish magazine holder to sit next to your couch and corral literary clutter. See the full post here.
39. Laundry Room Organization
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40. Knife Block
Instead of storing them in a drawer or on a magnetic strip, keep your knives organized with this unique wooden block. See the full post here.
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