Working from home can often lead to cluttered and messy desks. Tidying up your workspace can be a challenging task, especially when trying to find storage solutions that match your style and budget. Instead of purchasing expensive organizers, why not try a popular DIY hack circulating on social media?
This hack involves creating a paperwork storage organizer using items from Dollar Tree. All you need are wire or mesh squares, trays, and cable ties or zip ties. This budget-friendly solution can help you declutter your desk and keep your workspace organized.
Creating Your Dollar Tree Storage Organizer
Looking to organize your office on a budget? Most DIY storage organizers on TikTok feature square wire nets joined with wire net connectors. However, Dollar Tree seems to have phased out these items. Not to worry, though! You can still create a fantastic storage organizer using alternatives found at Dollar Tree.
Switch things up by using wire trays or metal cooking racks, both available for $1.25 per piece at Dollar Tree or its website. Get creative with what's available! Then, grab some cable ties to complete your project.
If you were lucky enough to find the square wire-shaped nets at Dollar Tree, you can start by connecting them to form the structure of your organizer. Decide on the number of shelves you want and consider adding shallow plastic trays for storing smaller items. Instead of zip ties, you can use jewelry jump rings for a neater look, as seen in a project by TikToker @madeby_miko. Just make sure to have a pair of pliers on hand to secure the rings properly.
Alternative paperwork storage organizer project
Here's another way to give your home office a makeover: turn metal cooking racks from Dollar Tree into an organizer. Following LifeDIYJosie's tutorial on YouTube, you'll need to use around eight racks. Begin by laying out the racks to form the structure. For the top and bottom shelves, overlap two racks to create a longer horizontal shelf and secure them with zip ties. To construct the back, join two racks vertically. Keep in mind that zip ties alone might not offer enough stability, so a glue gun could come in handy to keep the structure more secure. For the sides of your organizer, use two separate racks. It's crucial to ensure everything is perfectly aligned before securing it with zip ties; pay attention to the small legs on the racks, as they can affect how evenly your organizer sits. Once everything is lined up, use the zip ties to hold your creation together firmly.
For a more aesthetically pleasing look, consider disguising the numerous zip tie locks required for this particular DIY project. One option is to spray paint them to better blend in with the overall design. Alternatively, you can create shelf bases using materials such as cardboard or foam core boards. Cover these bases with self-adhesive shelf liners, which come in a variety of designs and can be found at Dollar Tree for $1.25. Not only do these bases conceal the zip ties at the base, but they also add a stylish touch to your organizer.
