--- title: "A Trip to the Dollar Store and You Can Get Your Whole House Organized ..." description: "DIY File Rack; Organize Tupperware and Storage Containers; Store Purses; Linen Closet Make-over; Inexpensive & Cute Bathroom Storage; More ..." url: "https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/a-trip-to-the-dollar-store-and-you-can-get-your-whole-house-organized/" category: "diy" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # A Trip to the Dollar Store and You Can Get Your Whole House Organized ... I know you love the dollar store and I know you'd love a home or dorm room that was fantastically organized. So we can combine having everything neat and tidy with saving money. Fantastic right? I've pulled together a whole slew of organizational ideas using items from the dollar store with minimal DIY effort involved to put them to work. ## 1. DIY File Rack ![room,wall,interior design,lighting,design,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/de/jh/c796g_room_wall_interior-design_lighting_design_600x803.jpg) Via [DIY Office File Rack | ...](https://web.archive.org/web/http://www.sayshea.com/diy-office-file-rack/) Metal display easels, pencil cups, and butterfly clips. ## 2. Organize Tupperware and Storage Containers ![room,furniture,cupboard,laundry room,home,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zg/sa/pwzk2_room_furniture_cupboard_laundry-room_home_398x530.jpg) Via [16 Easy Kitchen Organization Ideas ...](http://www.raininghotcoupons.com/16-easy-kitchen-organization-ideas-and-tips-with-pictures/) Use plastic bins. ## 3. Store Purses ![clothing,bag,product,handbag,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ck/k3/fr1g3_clothing_bag_product_handbag_499x842.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Who knew shower hooks could be so useful? ## 4. Linen Closet Make-over ![room,furniture,shelf,product,closet,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ek/fx/q1e9d_room_furniture_shelf_product_closet_266x400.jpg) Via [abirdandabean.com](http://abirdandabean.com/2012/03/10-linen-closet-redo.html) So simple. ## 5. Inexpensive & Cute Bathroom Storage ![room,furniture,shelf,product,interior design,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ie/t0/klys6_room_furniture_shelf_product_interior-design_600x899.jpg) Via [Voor in de badkamer Door ...](https://www.welke.nl/photo/TailsMad/Voor-in-de-badkamer.1379205692) Towel bars, dollar store baskets & strong ribbon ## 6. Draw Organizers ![meal,food,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/u6/g3/cq56f_meal_food_500x375.jpg) Via [50 Brilliant, Easy & Cheap ...](https://listotic.com/50-brilliant-storage-ideas/) Use baskets to keep your makeup, cosmetics and toiletries in order. ## 7. Smalls Storage _ Via To organize socks in the ..._ S hooks and dollar store baskets ## 8. Easy Kitchen Organization ![Kool Aid,art,ORANGE,TWININGS,RISH,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ek/zf/oq8qc_kool-aid_art_orange_twinings_rish_480x640.jpg) Via [12 Easy Kitchen Organization Tips ...](https://listotic.com/easy-kitchen-organization-tips/) Get dividing those drawers to keep sachets and small things neat and easy to hand. ## 9. Battery Storage ![hand,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kd/d7/i2nkj_hand_320x320.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) You can usually find all manner of divided plastic containers at a dollar store. ## 10. Puzzle Storage ![bag,product,furniture,baby carriage,car seat,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/i9/zo/poudz_bag_product_furniture_baby-carriage_car-seat_355x400.jpg) Via [The Navy Stripe: Organizing Kids ...](http://thenavystripe.blogspot.com/2011/12/organizing-kids-toys.html) Use zippered pencil pouches to organize puzzles instead of storing the bulky boxes. Cut off the image from the front of the box and store it. ## 11. Extra Storage and Shelf Space in the Kids' Bedroom or Playroom ![product,Quick,Easy,Storage,Shevng,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/q6/wq/ahidn_product_quick_easy_storage_shevng_600x1565.jpg) Via [3 step storage solution](https://www.hometalk.com/diy/bedroom/organizing/3-step-storage-solution-560837?crlt.pid=camp.WEtYCtFfUZYP&crlt.pid=camp.WEtYCtFfUZYP) Told ya it was minimal DIY! ## 12. Fabric Storage ![room,art,product,interior design,textile,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xc/go/xuati_room_art_product_interior-design_textile_499x666.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) For all you sewers out there. Make use of a trouser hanger. ## 13. Nail Polish Storage ![art,dress,pattern,textile,NDW,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/sr/m6/d7mi7_art_dress_pattern_textile_ndw_499x827.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Those pocket organizers are useful for so many things. Did you already think of this? ## 14. Jewelry Organizer ![jewellery,fashion accessory,lighting,chandelier,earrings,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kq/a2/h1qaz_jewellery_fashion-accessory_lighting_chandelier_earrings_448x392.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Accordion hooks make great hangers for jewelry as well as coast. ## 15. Pan Storage ![wheel,automotive exterior,bumper,tire,rim,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/o7/xn/asiq8_wheel_automotive-exterior_bumper_tire_rim_400x600.jpg) Via [Dollar Tree Organizing, Garage Storage ...](http://orgjunkie.com/2014/05/dollar-tree-organizing-garage-storage-wall-learning-to-say-no.html) Storing all different sizes of pans and bakeware is a nightmare ... usually. ## 16. Door Storage ![room,product,shelf,bumper,furniture,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ct/mu/jbtb9_room_product_shelf_bumper_furniture_240x320.jpg) Via [The Hats of a Homemaker: ...](http://thehatsofahomemaker.blogspot.com/search/label/Organizing) Make the use of doors with narrow baskets from the dollar store. ## 17. Hair Pins and Bits ![modern art,gun accessory,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hb/l8/ovyxk_modern-art_gun-accessory_316x436.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) simple magnetic strips = simple storage solutions. ## 18. Charging Station ![product,multimedia,brand,security alarm,presentation,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/a1/qe/iyizo_product_multimedia_brand_security-alarm_presentation_600x455.jpg) Via [My Blue Daisy...: Clear the ...](http://www.mybluedaisy.com/2012/01/clear-counter.html) Go to the dollar store. Pick up a shower caddy with suction cups. No more counter clutter. ## 19. Plastic Caddy _ Via Creative Thriftiness: Food Tote for ..._ Such a neat idea to keep your car clean. ## 20. Refrigerator Makeover ![room,product,shelf,refrigerator,kitchen,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yd/el/ilw9h_room_product_shelf_refrigerator_kitchen_426x640.jpg) Via [Dollar Store Refrigerator Makeover](http://www.thedomesticgeekblog.com/dollar-store-refrigerator-makeover/) Yes - even your fridge can have the dollar store treatment. ## 21. Nail Polish Organizer ![room,furniture,shelf,product,shelving,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/of/ud/lcdfv_room_furniture_shelf_product_shelving_599x400.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) An alternative use for a spice rack. ## 22. Budget Pantry Makeover ![room,pantry,product,Pantry,Makeover,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pk/xk/qejg6_room_pantry_product_pantry_makeover_550x989.jpg) Via [Pantry Makeover - How to ...](https://howtonestforless.com/pantry-makeover/) You could be the proud owner of a pantry like this. ## 23. Box Storage ![product,shelf,furniture,Donate,Deliver,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/dw/my/l0gm9_product_shelf_furniture_donate_deliver_320x519.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Simple and cheap cardboard boxes are great for organizing just about anything. You will need to buy the wire storage frame though. ## 24. Closet Solution ![clothing,room,dress,interior design,textile,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ew/em/fyplj_clothing_room_dress_interior-design_textile_600x800.jpg) Via [20 DIY Closet Solutions - ...](https://alittlecraftinyourday.com/20_diy_closet_solutions/) All those tanks on one coat hanger! ## 25. Metal Dollar Store Planters ![room,product,furniture,laundry,table,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rm/ky/c6d0h_room_product_furniture_laundry_table_600x1017.jpg) Via [Serenity Now: Dollar Tree. Spray ...](http://www.serenitynowblog.com/2011/04/dollar-tree-spray-paint-true-love.html) It's easy to repurpose metal containers with the help of some spray paint - talking of which ... ## 26. Spray Painting ![tent,product,furniture,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/b8/a4/jwzir_tent_product_furniture_600x801.jpg) Via [Use a Garment Bag For ...](http://www.organizedchaosonline.com/2013/08/12/use-a-garment-bag-for-spray-painting/) When you’re spray painting, to contain the overspray, use a dollar store garment bag. ## 27. Jewelry Holder ![Naturopathie,color,room,art,shelf,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qe/eh/p4m0i_naturopathie_color_room_art_shelf_500x755.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) With the smallest amount of effort, you can make cutlery trays into storage for your jewelry stash. ## 28. Hair Tools ![automotive exterior,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vv/no/hphv7_automotive-exterior_320x428.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) An ingenious use for a magazine file. ## 29. Home Medical Kit ![room,pantry,product,shelf,BAND,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rn/jf/otp59_room_pantry_product_shelf_band_499x889.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Where would you put all that stuff if you didn't put it in an over the door pocket organizer? ## 30. Game Organization ![inflatable,play,product,games,tin can,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/r9/u2/nlq1t_inflatable_play_product_games_tin-can_600x593.jpg) Via [All For the Love of ...](http://all4theloveofteaching.blogspot.com/2014/02/mid-winter-break-creations.html) So much easier than trying to keep loads of boxes of all different shapes and sizes neat and tidy. ## 31. Car Organizer ![car,vehicle,land vehicle,automotive exterior,automobile make,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ot/mc/serum_car_vehicle_land-vehicle_automotive-exterior_automobile-make_600x450.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) A couple of cheap hanging organizers and a few strategically placed Command strip hangers will help you to perfectly organize supplies in your car or minivan. ## 32. Keep Hair Ties Tidy ![pink,head,organ,lighting,ear,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zj/yi/agfv7_pink_head_organ_lighting_ear_600x570.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) With the help of a shower ring. ## 33. Keep Your Cords Tidy ![product,technology,electronics accessory,electronic device,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/p5/fm/fs33f_product_technology_electronics-accessory_electronic-device_600x399.jpg) Via [17 Super Simple Dorm Organization ...](https://www.buzzfeed.com/gabbynoone/17-super-simple-dorm-organization-tricks?sub=2461212_1437354) Pick up a pack of binder (bulldog) clips at the dollar store and you're good to go. ## 34. Keep Jewelry Organized While Traveling ![lighting,technology,electronic device,electronics accessory,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ag/ai/zs15i_lighting_technology_electronic-device_electronics-accessory_499x666.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Use a plastic pill organizer. ## 35. Kids Art Supplies ![food,dessert,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kj/wz/maz05_food_dessert_600x470.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) A muffin tin and plastic cups - oh so easy. ## 36. Tights Tidy ![clothing,fashion accessory,textile,material,TIDY,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hi/d4/o4te9_clothing_fashion-accessory_textile_material_tidy_599x543.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Use Command Strips to put up a magnetic strip, glue magnets onto clothes pins. Works for scarves and belts too. ## 37. Twine Dispenser ![pink,lighting,candle,mason jar,tin can,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ah/uf/vuxh3_pink_lighting_candle_mason-jar_tin-can_499x552.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Pick up a sugar dispenser the next time you're at the dollar store. ## 38. Store Wrapping Paper ![brand,Wrapping,Paper,Rolials,BANANA,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/l3/v0/ica7y_brand_wrapping_paper_rolials_banana_320x488.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Did you ever think to keep your gift wrap in a garment bag? ## 39. Under the Sink ![man made object,product,bottle,drinkware,glass bottle,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yo/ti/glwue_man-made-object_product_bottle_drinkware_glass-bottle_320x349.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Short tension rods can double the useable space under your sink. ## 40. Use All the Dead Space ![room,pantry,shelf,product,interior design,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wr/e3/sohaf_room_pantry_shelf_product_interior-design_526x640.jpg) Via [Style | Babble](https://goo.gl/8GSrg6) Screw little wire baskets which are actually pencil holder drawer thingies to the sides of the pantry to hold spices and other stuff. ## 41. Power Strip Organization ![product,shelf,furniture,lighting,cage,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ls/oi/d4g99_product_shelf_furniture_lighting_cage_320x398.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) OMG - I so love this. Power cords are the bane of my life. ## 42. Organizing Underwear _ Via Home For4 Sweet Home: {Spring ..._ $1 Photo Organizer for underwear drawer ## 43. Crayon Organization ![play,toy,food,beer pong,dessert,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rx/ws/f06oc_play_toy_food_beer-pong_dessert_599x374.jpg) Via [150 Dollar Store Organizing Ideas ...](https://www.diyncrafts.com/2748/organization/150-brilliant-dollar-store-organizing-ideas-and-projects-for-the-entire-home) Finally! A use for popsicle trays other than for popsicles. ## 44. Store out of Season Clothes ![text,product,Use,comforter,bags,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/cc/li/g32f8_text_product_use_comforter_bags_300x400.jpg) Via [12 Creative Ways to Store ...](https://goo.gl/7kWLF3) Then you just need to find somewhere to stack up the bags. 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