50+ Amazing DIYs to Organize the Home

Try these DIY projects to bring order to every room in your house.

If creating and maintaining order is one of your aims, these DIY projects can finally help you accomplish it!

Try these DIY organization solutions to create a tidier home. You will also appreciate how much simpler it becomes to keep your orderly home clean and attractive.

There are countless wonderful ways to arrange every room in your house.

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DIY Projects for Organizing the Kitchen & Dining Room

A well-arranged kitchen makes a huge difference during hectic days. The dining room can also serve as an extension that helps maintain a tidy kitchen.

I dislike using valuable time to hunt for items that ought to be right where they belong.

These simple kitchen organization projects are ideal for keeping you calm while preparing meals!

DIY Drawer Dividers for Neatly Arranged Drawers

Close view of the T, X, and end cap clips attached to the wooden drawer organizer.

Struggling to locate utensils in my kitchen drawers used to be a major issue. That is no longer the case!

I fixed it using a piece of 1/4″ MDF along with several small carved parts to keep everything secure. Now my kitchen drawers look so attractive.

You can adjust the drawer dividers to suit virtually any drawer. I also created a personalized knife block that fits inside the drawer to keep the knives organized.


DIY Sliding Drawers for the Pantry

Pantry beside a refrigerator with two doors open, revealing the homemade sliding drawers inside.

One of the most effective ways to create extra kitchen storage is replacing shelves with pull-out drawers!

Installing drawers in the pantry meant nothing stayed concealed or difficult to access. Since everything is now easy to locate, I can fill the drawers to capacity.

Also, there is no need to construct a brand-new pantry cabinet before adding drawers. I explain how we modified my sister’s kitchen pantry as well.


Wooden Spice Rack Construction Plans

Try these incredible DIY projects to organize your home this year. I adore this hanging spice rack! It is an ideal solution for arranging spices in the kitchen. Find the plans for this simple wooden spice rack at Housefulofhandmade.com.

Another area of our kitchen that required serious organizational attention was the spice collection.

Our enjoyment of numerous cuisines had left the spice cabinet chaotic. Now, this beautiful wooden spice rack has turned them into a kitchen centerpiece.

You can create one yourself as well by following the straightforward building plans!


How to Make a Pull-Out Spice Rack Cabinet

Homemade pull-out spice rack cabinet with three shelves inside a kitchen featuring blue cabinets.

If you prefer to keep your spices out of sight, consider building a cabinet that contains a sliding rack for them.

This insert works for a newly built DIY cabinet, or you can adapt it to a compact cabinet you already own.

Either option gives you plenty of room for your spices and oils. We certainly enjoy having it!


How to Make a Pull-Out Trash Can Cabinet

Sliding trash can cabinet opened to show the two spacious garbage bins stored inside.

My second favorite kitchen project involved concealing our trash and recycling containers.

This not only gives the kitchen a cleaner appearance by hiding the trash can, but it also helps reduce the garbage odor.

Once again, you can incorporate this project into a current cabinet or construct a new one on your own!


Simple Storage Tray Made from Leftovers

Tray with a marble tile base containing oils and spices.

These uncomplicated trays use leftover wood and spare tiles. You can also purchase one individual tile from a home improvement store.

I especially like the bigger organizer tray beside the kitchen stove for storing my oil and salt container. The smaller tray works wonderfully for the sponge and soap near the sink.

These straightforward trays will help keep countertop clutter under controland make it beautiful!


Wooden Vegetable and Potato Bins

Divided wooden produce bins filled with apples and oranges, with a basket resting on top.

Whether you grow your own produce or simply purchase fruits and vegetables in large quantities, these vegetable and potato bins are a must-have.

They are made to sit neatly at the end of your kitchen cabinets while storing a generous amount of produce.

They are ideal for fruit, vegetables, potatoes, winter squash, onions, and much more!


Modern Rolling Kitchen Cart Build Plans

Side view of the rolling kitchen cart with its leaf lowered.

This kitchen cart is one of my most frequently used DIY projects. I store my stand mixer on it, which means I never have to lift the appliance.

When I am cooking, the side shelf folds up to create additional counter space. The two bottom shelves are also excellent for arranging baking supplies and other kitchen essentials.

When it is not needed, the cart simply rolls back into the corner.


DIY Sideboard with Serving Dish Storage Shelf

DIY sideboard table featuring two lower doors and an open upper shelf for serving dishes.

I enjoy having a dedicated spot in the dining room for arranging all my entertaining dishes and platters. This sideboard is an ideal solution!

The open upper shelf accommodates oversized dishes, while the enclosed cabinets keep clutter concealed.


Easy DIY Coffee Bar Console

Use these fantastic DIY projects to organize your home this year. This coffee station is one of my favorites, with everything needed to prepare the perfect cup of coffee or tea, plus plenty of storage! | Housefulofhandmade.com

I had no idea how dramatically this coffee station would transform our daily routine!

It is genuinely the ideal place to store our coffee, tea, and accessories, keeping everything prepared whenever we need it.

The two spacious drawers also contain those troublesome phone and tablet chargers along with homework supplies. It has quickly become the home’s go-to area.


Dining Room Built in Bench with Storage

DIY white beadboard-paneled built-in bench with a cushioned top in the dining room.

This built-in bench offers much more than a place to sit. Lift the upholstered cushions to uncover a roomy storage compartment underneath.

The interior is excellent for storing large kitchen items that I do not use often. It also creates additional room inside my cabinets!


Outdoor Kitchen Island Build Plans

Use these incredible DIY projects to organize your home this year. This attractive outdoor kitchen island offers abundant storage and space for additional seating. Get the free build plans at Housefulofhandmade.com

Organization was one of our main goals when we constructed our outdoor kitchen and dining area.

I wanted a convenient spot for all the outdoor dining necessities so we would not need to keep walking back inside.

That led us to build this outdoor kitchen island, which includes plenty of storage options. It was constructed using 2x4s and cedar fence pickets!

DIYs to Organize the Closet

A well-arranged closet feels like a dream come true! It speeds up your morning routine so you can focus on the rest of your day.

The most effective way to arrange any closet is to install shelves and drawers with a DIY closet system. Whether your closet is spacious or compact, I have an organizer idea for you!

Easy DIY Custom Closet Organizer

An 8' long DIY closet made from plywood, featuring drawers, numerous shelves, and ample hanging space.

This closet has an upscale appearance, yet these custom closet cabinets are simple to construct!

Choose from 4 different closet tower designs and combine them to suit your space. Make the most of your storage with an abundance of shelves, drawers, and hanging rods.

My favorite detail, however, is the toe kick shoe storage. A built-in stop keeps shoes from disappearing while still allowing them to be pushed out of the way.


Cheap DIY Plywood Closet Organizers

DIY closet storage system featuring baskets and shelves crafted from plywood.

I made 2 of these closet organizers for our affordable master closet makeover, updating the entire area for just $100.

Using only 2 sheets of budget-friendly plywood, we added so muchstorage in our compact walk-in closet.

Even with a limited budget, we still managed to maintain practicality. These affordable closet organizers included features typically reserved for luxury designs!


Compact DIY Closet Organizer with Drawers

Clothing closet organized with DIY closet system with drawers.

If renovating the entire closet is not part of your plans, why not install a small organizer instead?

This straightforward closet tower fits into any closet without requiring demolition. It mounts beneath a wooden shelf and against the wall.

Additional shelves or closet rods can then be installed along the side if necessary. You will appreciate the extra drawers and shelving space.


DIY Stackable Shoe Storage Boxes

Five plywood shoe boxes that are stacked and filled with boots and shoes.

After using leftover plywood to make other closet organizers, put those scraps to use by building these wooden shoe boxes.

They are especially useful because they are available in three sizes to accommodate different footwear.

Plus, they can be arranged in any stacked combination, making them ideal for personalized shoe storage.


Simple Shoe Organizer Tray to Build

Five pair of kids shoes organized on the shoe storage tray in the closet.

Whether your shoes need organizing inside a closet or beside the entry door, this simple tray is an excellent solution!

The pair of angled shelves includes slats that let dust pass through for effortless cleaning while keeping shoes neatly together when they are not being worn.

DIY Projects for Organizing the Bedroom

To create a peaceful space for nighttime rest, it is important to keep the bedroom tidy and free of clutter!

Arrange clothing, bedding, and other bedroom necessities with one of these fantastic DIY projects.

DIY Dressers

Drawers are one of the best organization solutions, and a dresser is an excellent way to add plenty of them!

I am especially fond of these three DIY dressers that I made for our bedroom. Their spacious drawers compare favorably with any dresser I have owned.

Make one, or create all three, to provide your bedroom with the storage and organization it requires.


DIY Nightstands and Bedside Tables

I prefer keeping certain essentials beside the bed to help me fall asleep each evening. A bedside table offers the ideal place to organize them.

Whether you prefer a nightstand with an open shelf above or below, or require several drawers to conceal belongings, I have designs for you.

Create the ideal nightstand to keep everything beside your bed in order.


Bedside Valet Charging Station

DIY nightstand docking station to charge phone, earbuds, and watch.

Clear away tangled cords with an attractive bedside valet.

This simple project keeps your phone, earbuds, and watches, including smartwatches, neatly arranged while they charge.

Best of all, you can make it using wood scraps in only an hour or two!


Simple DIY Platform Bed Frame Project

Close up of the tapered leg on the platform bed frame made from 2x4 and 2x6 boards.

Do not overlook the bedroom’s most useful storage area: the space beneath the bed!

To take advantage of this valuable storage area, you need a bed with clearance underneath. That is one reason platform beds are my favorite.

This easy platform frame provides generous space below and pairs wonderfully with a contemporary memory foam or latex mattress.


Simple DIY Bedside Tray

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This attractive tray provides the ideal spot for emptying your pockets at day’s end without creating additional mess.

I made it using wood scraps and added leather from an old boot as a lining. Now my husband’s belongings stay contained on his dresser.

DIY Projects for Organizing the Bathroom

Bathrooms are often difficult to arrange because they contain so many items while being among the smallest rooms in the house.

Make use of every available square inch in this compact space with these impressive bathroom storage projects.ideas.

Simple DIY Floating Shelves for a Nook or Alcove

Small alcove with chunky wood shelves with no brackets in it.

When your toilet sits inside a nook, the space above it is perfect for shelves!

These shelves are simple to install in a bathroom alcove while providing extra room for organization.

They are ideal for storing spare bathroom essentials or towels, and they add plenty of visual appeal as well.


Simple DIY Wall Shelves with Drawers

Girl standing next to two floating wall shelves with drawers decorated with books, nicknacks and plants.

These charming little shelves bring additional storage and order to your walls.

They are excellent for arranging the many small items kept in a bathroom. The drawers are especially handy for storing tiny essentials.


DIY Bathroom Storage Shelves

DIY bathroom storage shelves to hang above the toilet for extra storage. Wood shelves holding toilet paper, lotion and wash cloths.

These straightforward bathroom shelves are a wonderful way to introduce a bit of order to the room.

Featuring cubbies for arranging bathroom essentials and hooks for towels and other items, they are sure to become a useful addition.


DIY Bathroom Vanity

DIY 42" bathroom vanity made from ash wood with an open shelf for towels and bottom drawers.
White mission style bathroom vanity with DIY wood vanity top.

Since bathrooms are compact, the vanity is often the most practical spot for organization.

A well-designed bathroom vanity allows you to fit plenty of drawers and shelving into a limited area.

I also like incorporating open shelving to keep certain items within easy reach. It is an ideal bathroom organization option.


Hair Accessory Organizer with Mirror

Hair accessory storage with a mirror hanging on a wall.

Anyone with daughters understands how challenging it can be to keep all their hair accessories organized.

I created this straightforward organizer for storing hair clips, scrunchies, headbands and more. It also includes a mirror for checking your hairstyle before leaving the room.

DIYs for Organizing the Office

A tidy office can boost productivity. These simple DIY projects will help you work more efficiently and effectively in a beautifully arranged space.

You may become so productive that you could even earn a raise!

DIY Tall Bookcase with Trim

DIY tall bookcase with 5 shelves with natural wood on the inside and black paint on the outside.

A bookcase is essential for keeping books, documents and other items in order.

This attractive bookcase is simple to construct using a few basic tools. It includes 3 adjustable shelves, allowing you to arrange your belongings to suit your space.

Create one or two to add a significant amount of storage to your home office.


DIY Built in Storage Cabinets

White painted DIY built in storage cabinets with natural wood inside.

If your office is filled with items to organize, these built in bookcases are an excellent solution!

They hold a tremendous amount, and I use mine for all my crafting materials and paper supplies.

I especially appreciate being able to sort small craft materials into clear containers, making them simple to locate and even easier to put away.


How to Build a Built in Desk

One half of the built in desk for two computers with lots of drawers and cabinets for storage.

A built-in desk provides the ultimate office setup for keeping everything organized.

Arrange these desk cabinets in any configuration to design your ideal built-in desk. Include additional drawers, cabinets, printer storage and more.

Finish it with the countertop you prefer. I used a butcher block top to create an attractive, affordable desk.


Printer Stand with Paper Storage & Drawers

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Compact white printer stand with a wooden base. Plenty of shelves for storing paper and 2 drawers.

I love having a designated spot for the printer so it doesn’t occupy room on my desk.

This straightforward printer stand is ideal for creating a place for the printer while also providing storage to arrange paper and office essentials.

It’s an excellent choice for any compact office area!


Faux Brass DIY Desk Organizer

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I can’t stand a messy desk! It leaves my mind feeling distracted and muddled.

To keep all my desk essentials within reach, I created a basic desk organizer from a piece of scrap wood and paper!

You’ll be amazed by how durable the paper is for storing pens, pencils, sticky notes, and more.


Easy Wall-Mounted Desk Build Plans

Try these incredible DIY projects to organize your home this year. Build an ideal homework area with this simple-to-make desk. This rustic industrial wall-mounted desk is easy to construct and fits into any small space. Download the free construction plans today! | Housefulofhandmade.com

Don’t have space for an office? A wall-mounted desk makes it easy to add a workspace to a small home or room.

Plus, its two spacious desk drawers let you keep all those troublesome office supplies concealed and organized.

DIYs to Organize the Entry & Living Room

The entry & living room is where you spend time with your friends and family.

Maintaining order in this area is essential for keeping your sanity! This is especially true when you have children.

Conceal the mess and bring order to your life with these DIY projects.

Simple Upholstered Storage Bench

Close-up view of the side profile of the DIY upholstered storage bench.

This lovely storage bench is a great way to conceal unattractive clutter.

Place it near the entryway to store shoes or jackets. We, however, use ours as a coffee table and tuck all the blankets inside.


DIY Entry Storage Ladder with Mirror

Entryway storage ladder with bins for mail, sunglasses, and gloves.

This compact storage ladder is ideal for creating a drop zone beside the front door.

Thanks to its interchangeable accessory boxes, you can make room for mail, magazines, wallets, keys, and more!


Modular Entryway Organizer from Plywood

Plywood entryway organizer mounted on the wall beside a door.

This plywood organizer is another excellent choice for a small entryway.

Designed in a pegboard style, it includes large hooks, key hooks, shelves, and even a holder for sunglasses.

Use it to arrange anything you want to have handy when leaving the house.


Wall Mounted Ladder for Blankets

Side view of a wall-mounted ladder positioned beside a vintage sewing table with blankets draped over it.

This uncomplicated wall ladder provides the perfect way to arrange blankets and throws beside the sofa.

Because it attaches to the wall, this easy-to-build blanket ladder also preserves valuable floor space.


Modern Display Cabinet with Glass Doors

DIY contemporary display cabinet with alder wood on the inside and a black-stained exterior, two framed glass doors, and a display cubby.

This attractive cabinet is perfect for arranging living room belongings while maintaining a stylish look.

The spacious storage cabinet features glass doors, making it easy to locate the items inside. Perfect forarranging all the lovely items in your life without contributing to the mess.


Contemporary DIY Cube Storage Shelf

Cube storage compartments in a DIY console table finished with modern, moody paint.

If you enjoy having small sections for arranging and showcasing items, this contemporary console will be perfect for you.

It is a sturdier, improved take on the flimsy cube organizer. It still accommodates storage bins while offering a much more attractive appearance.

You can also install doors on the exterior cubbies to make concealed storage.


DIY TV Stand with Concrete Top

Angled view of a medium-brown stained TV stand featuring 2 drawers and a concrete surface.

Storage beneath the television is a must! We needed somewhere to keep the gaming systems and all their accessories.

This console includes plenty of cubbies for arranging DVDs, game discs, and books. It also features drawers for concealing controllers and other accessories.

However, the contemporary concrete top is my favorite feature. It gives an upscale look without the expensive cost.


Affordable Cube Bookcase Upcyle

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Repurpose your old college cube bookcase into an attractive console table. Its many compartments are ideal for arranging books, decorations, and small accessories.

For additional organization, place some simple DIY fabric storage boxes inside the compartments to conceal belongings.

DIYs for Arranging the Laundry & Mudroom

The laundry room and mudroom can become chaotic so quickly! Clothes, jackets, footwear, and other items soon accumulate.

Still, a handful of DIY projects can completely refresh the area. These ideas may even make doing laundry enjoyable.

Stacked Laundry Basket Organization

Try these fantastic DIY projects to arrange your home this year. Organize the laundry room with this stacked laundry basket storage unit. This simple-to-construct shelving system is an excellent laundry basket organizer that keeps dirty clothing concealed. Get the building instructions from Housefulofhandmade.com.

At last, even our dirty clothes have an ideal spot for staying organized!

This laundry basket storage shelf accommodates all our baskets, making it simple to separate the laundry.

It also keeps our dirty clothes out of the hallway, where they were previously left on laundry day.


DIY Washer and Dryer Base with Drawer

Laundry room featuring a washer and dryer placed on a blue-painted base with laundry basket shelves and a drawer.

When there is no room beside the washer for storage, take advantage of the area underneath it!

This washer and dryer base uses a 2×4 frame, making it extremely strong. I then wrapped it in 1/4″ plywood for a cabinet-style finish.

There is space for 2 laundry baskets along with a spacious drawer that is ideal for storing laundry products.


DIY Iron Rack with Ironing Board Storage

Try these fantastic DIY projects to arrange your home this year. Make the ideal storage spot for your iron and supplies. This simple DIY iron rack with ironing board storage is a fast project that helps keep a laundry or craft room tidy. Free building instructions on Housefulofhandmade.com | Laundry Room Storage Ideas | Ironing Board Hanger | Iron Shelf | Things to Build with Scraps | $100 Room Challenge

Having a designated spot for the iron, ironing board, and related items completely changed things for me.

We previously kept everything wherever there was room. Now, it has its own place and looks wonderful as well!


DIY Mudroom Storage Locker Building Plans

DIY mudroom storage lockers with a natural wood finish inside and gray-blue painted exteriors in an entryway filled with coats and backpacks.

You do not need a dedicated mudroom to arrange all your outdoor equipment. Build this attractive mudroom cabinet and place it wherever it is needed!

These mudroom lockers are so attractive that they function as a furniture piece just inside our entryway.

They keep our family of 4 organized, and I also offer plans for 3, 5, and 6 lockers so you can create the right version for your household.


Folding Storage Shelves for Mudroom

Side perspective of the collapsible storage shelves supporting children's snow pants, coats, gloves and boots while they dry.

Whenever you need extra shelves and hooks during a certain season, these collapsible mudroom shelves are a practical project to build.

We especially like using them in winter for boots and damp outdoor clothing. During summer, they work wonderfully for pool towels and toys as well.

DIYs for Arranging Toys & Hobbies

If you have children, you know how overwhelming it can be to deal with so many toys! They seem to end up everywhere. Helpful organization ideas for managing them all can truly make life easier.

When a hobby requires plenty of materials, those supplies can quickly spread throughout the house. Below are some of our favorite ways to keep everything in order!

DIY Toy Organization Unit

A stylish adult-inspired alternative to a toy box! Build a console table for arranging toys. This rustic toy storage unit features spacious open bins and rolling carts for plenty of storage. Find the free building plans. | Housefulofhandmade.com

Legos. Legos. Legos! Every Lego mom understands the struggle of dealing with piles of Legos. This toy storage unit offers an ideal answer.

Legos and other little toys fit neatly into the upper bins, while the open design lets children play without needing to empty everything out.

The roomy lower bins are available for storing bigger toys.


DIY Treasure Chest Toy Storage Box

Create excellent outdoor toy storage with this DIY treasure chest toy box. It holds plenty of toys and has an amazing look. Free building instructions from Housefulofhandmade.com | Silhouette Creator's Challenge | Woodworking Plans | Pirate Treasure Chest | How to Build a Treasure Chest | Outdoor Storage Ideas | Toy Storage Ideas

Our outdoor toys were completely disorganized until I made this entertaining pirate chest toy box.

Now the children have a dedicated spot for all their outdoor toys, plus they can pretend to be pirates and search for hidden treasure!


Easy Wooden Craft Cart Plans

Kati standing beside a craft cart with yarn kept in the lower opening while pulling open the drawer.

This craft cart makes an excellent movable organizer for crafting supplies.

An X-shaped shelf below provides convenient storage for yarn, fabric or macrame cord. Above it, a spacious drawer holds needles, hooks and other materials.

It also includes a tray for keeping your current project, allowing you to return to crafting without delay.


Vinyl Roll Organization Rack

Full vertical view of the wall-mounted vinyl roll storage rack filled with vinyl.

Anyone with a vinyl cutter understands how difficult it can be to arrange all those different colors.

I made this straightforward vinyl roll rack to keep all my vinyl mounted on the wall for convenient access. Holes in the lower portion hold sheets, while dowels in the upper section support larger rolls.


Easy Pegboard Storage Cabinet

Wall-mounted pegboard cabinet in a garage, holding tools with additional larger tools positioned beside it.

Maintaining an orderly shop or garage can be challenging. That is why I built this uncomplicated pegboard cabinet to keep all the tools together.

Items can be rearranged whenever necessary, and the lower shelves are ideal for boxes or screws, making projects easier to complete!


Removable Craft Room Pegboard

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Pegboard belongs in more places than just the garage. If sewing or crafting is something you enjoy, consider making a basic removable pegboard organizer for your supplies.

I really appreciate being able to reposition the hooks and bins so they suit the items I use most often in my craft room!


DIY Present-Wrapping Cart

DIY present-wrapping cart featuring four drawers, a cabinet and a leaf on one side.

Arrange all your gift-wrapping materials in one place and keep them ready with a simple plywood cart.

This cart includes four spacious drawers for tape, tissue paper, ribbons, bows and other items, along with a cupboard for storing bags and boxes.

A rear compartment accommodates wrapping-paper rolls, while the side flips up to create a surface for wrapping gifts.

Best of all, its design allows it to fit inside a standard closet, so you can tuck it away until the holiday gift season arrives!

Now you have everything needed to organize your whole home.

Here’s to living your most organized and enjoyable life ever!

-Kati with picture of blog author Kati

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