Innovative ideas and solutions for organizing bathroom countertop space are constantly emerging online. These tips are typically affordable, utilizing basic items available at Dollar Tree stores or home goods shops. While many of these ideas are worth exploring, one particular DIY offers multiple compartments for organizing everything from hair tools and toiletries to essentials for guests. By using a few items from Dollar Tree, you can create a countertop storage caddy that is both practical and stylish.
Your shopping list might differ based on the availability of items at your local store and your customization preferences. However, the fundamental items to pick up from Dollar Tree include a lint roller, one jumbo metal pencil cup, three metal pencil holders, and a circular glass cutting board. The lint roller will serve as your handle or a way to move your tray. If you prefer, you can substitute it with a thicker wooden dowel, provided it can be securely glued to the center of the tray for easy handling.
How to create your countertop storage caddy
Once you have gathered all your materials, decide whether you wish to paint them or leave them as they are. If you want to match a specific aesthetic, it’s best to spray paint the pen and pencil holders, and even the tray and lint roller. Note that this might require two different types of paint for plastic and glass materials. Opting for colors like matte black, all white, or gold can add a subtle elegance without a cheap appearance. This approach will also help unify the items, making them look like a cohesive unit rather than a DIY assembly.
After the paint has dried, place the circular cutting board on a flat surface. Arrange the pen and pencil holders around the cutting board’s edge and position the lint roller (or dowel) in the center. If you’re using the lint roller, ensure you remove the sticky paper roll and place the handle at the center of your organizer, as that’s the only part needed. Once everything is arranged to your liking, use superglue to secure the items in place. You can add creativity by incorporating small wooden blocks as feet beneath the caddy or attaching a lazy Susan base to the bottom of the glass cutting board for rotation.
Create your custom countertop storage with different cutting boards
To personalize your caddy, select various sizes of pen and pencil baskets, especially if you need to adjust the contents. Larger baskets are ideal for hot tools, helping to organize your bathroom and protect countertops from heat. Smaller baskets can accommodate items such as Q-tips, cotton balls, and toothbrushes. You might even fit four smaller baskets on the board if you opt out of the larger one. It’s not necessary to use all three baskets or the circular cutting board to store your bathroom items.
If you require more space or have a larger counter, consider purchasing a bigger cutting board in a rectangular shape. Alternate between large and small pen and pencil holders along this board to create space for various toiletries, including spare tissues and soaps that are handy for guests and family members. Some baskets can also store rolled-up washcloths or hand towels if you use the caddy in a guest bathroom. This straightforward and cost-effective DIY will eliminate bathroom counter clutter while enhancing your space.
