Keeping a kitchen organized, especially for frequent home cooks, can often be a continuous challenge. As you accumulate more utensils and gadgets, drawer space can quickly diminish. If your kitchen counter is cluttered with small appliances, you may want to clear some space. In either case, a simple DIY project can help — a free-standing, two-tier utensil holder.
Start by using a craft knife to cut the tops off two five-liter plastic water jugs, creating two open cylindrical containers. If you don’t have these at hand, similar-sized containers can be used, such as this plant pot from Amazon. This alternative might slightly raise the DIY cost, but it avoids wasting bottled water unnecessarily.
The next step is to spray paint the plastic containers white. A product like Rust-Oleum’s Painter’s Touch is affordable at around $5. You can also choose a different color to match your home decor or go bold for a statement. Once the paint dries, it’s time to assemble the stand.
Assemble the rest of the organizer
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For the legs, you’ll need some wood pieces. Consider using three wooden broom handles with the ends sawed off to repurpose existing items, or simplify by purchasing plain wooden dowels of similar size. Three 7/8-inch thick and 36-inch long wooden dowels from Michael’s cost a bit over $10. Unless you already have broom handles, dowels are more cost-effective and less wasteful, avoiding the need for a saw.
Secure the legs evenly around the plastic containers using a staple gun. If you don’t own one, options are available online or at home improvement stores for about $20 or less. Once the utensil stand is assembled, add finishing decorative touches. Use brown paper cut into an oval shape and adorned with gold beads for a leather label look, or create custom shapes with card stock or contact paper.
While this DIY might not be significantly cheaper than purchasing a new kitchen organizer, it offers a unique two-tier design and charming appearance not found in stores. If you want a standout utensil organizer, this project may be worth your effort and investment!
