I could probably spend a whole week in the dollar store alone. I LOVE that place. Especially when you get a little creative, the things you can make with items from there are endless. Being a mom who works full time as well a college student, I feel like I hardly have time to breathe, let alone be organized. These ideas are ones you have to make once, and from then on they are there for you to make life easier. Who wouldn't want that?
1. Ice Cube Trays
There are so many different ways to use these. You can usually find these 3 for $1 too! Earrings, rings, buttons. etc.
2. Shoe Holders
These are great for all over the house, or dorm. Use it for cleaning supplies, toys, shoes, canned food, almost anything.
3. Pool Noodles
I don't know about you, but I hate when my boots don't stand up on their own. It seems to take up more space. Find a pool noddle and cut it into 12 inch pieces or so, depending on how tall your boots are. Stick them in and they stand right up!
4. Small Storage Bins
There are many different varieties of storage bins you can usually find at your local dollar store. Use them like normal, or hang them on your wall with the bottom side touching. Use them as towel holders, toy holders or for decor!
5. Shower rings
Buy a pack of shower rings and simply add them to your closet bars. Hang your scarves or even tank tops on them and save space.
6. Picture frame to-do list
Need a more creative idea for a calendar or to-do list? Look no further than a simple picture frame. Use dry erase markers and cute design paper in the frame for a classy, unique look.
7. Glass jars
These have endless uses. Q-tips, makeup brushes, toothbrushes, cotton balls, etc. Use them in the kitchen, bathroom, office, almost anywhere. Add beads or sand to match whatever room they are going in and there you have it!
8. Shower rod
Use a shower rod, curtain hangers and baskets (all found in the dollar store) to create extra storage in your shower.
9. Silverware holder
These are so great. If you live in a house with roommates, use these to separate your toothbrushes. Organize your makeup, hair ties, bobby pins and whatever else you need.
10. Basket w/ handle
For those of you with kids, these are perfect for traveling. Organize their toys and DVD's. Even better, these are great when you are eating on the go. Put all their food in so it can sit easily on their lap and avoid messes. These are also great for cleaning supplies and easy to carry from room to room.
11. Clothes pins
This is by far my favorite one. Some string/ribbon and clothes pins and you can organize your scarves, tank tops and even leggings. Way better than having them in a drawer, this way you can see everything you have.
