Give A Basic Toilet Paper Holder A Stylish Upgrade With A Few Low-Cost Materials

Do not underestimate the power of your toilet paper holder. It may seem like a rather bizarre concept, but this item really does yield more potential than you realize. Toilet paper holders have a far-too-often overlooked ability to add personality and flair to your bathroom. If you already own a basic toilet paper holder that doesn't do much for your space, fear not. Plain standing toilet paper holders made of metal wiring can thankfully be upgraded using just jute rope and spray paint. To complete the transformation, you will need to paint the metal wiring, and then wrap jute rope all around the bottom of the holder. 

When you're done, you will be left with a boho-chic toilet paper holder that rivals plenty of considerably more expensive pieces currently on the market. Since this DIY can be completed using only two low-cost items, both of which are easily available for purchase online, it is super beginner-friendly too. In fact, you may want to give this project a shot even if you typically avoid creating your own home decor. Once you have placed the finished toilet paper holder in your bathroom, you might even be inspired to hunt down coordinating boho chic pieces to add to the space to create a more cohesive look.

If you do not already own a toilet paper holder similar to the one shown in the TikTok above, shared by @shellydoesdiy, you can purchase one online. The Simple Houseware holder ($19.97 on Amazon) resembles the one shown in the video. Alternatively, the TomCare Toilet Paper Holder ($23.99 on Amazon) is great for those who want to skip out on applying spray paint. It comes in a matte black color identical to the one that @shellydoesdiy used. If you do need to change the color of your toilet paper holder with spray paint, though, consider using Rust-Oleum's flat black shade ($6.98 on Amazon).

If you prefer bright colors, the Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch 2X ($6.48 from Home Depot) comes in a variety of shades. As for the jute rope, the Tenn Well 5mm Jute Rope ($8.99 on Amazon) is a highly rated option. After rounding up your supplies, begin your DIY by spray painting the toilet paper holder on a piece of cardboard or fabric outside, just as shown in the video. After it has dried, bring it back indoors and follow @shellydoesdiy's jute cord wrapping technique to create a basket-like design on the bottom half. Once you've wrapped the rope all the way around the holder, you should be all set.

Feel free to take your own approach to this toilet paper holder storage decor hack since there are a variety of different ways you can add a bit more personality to it. If you aren't a fan of the boho-chic look, you can switch the jute rope out for Cotton Macrame Cord ($16.49 on Amazon) in whichever color you like. You could even pick a shade that complements your existing bathroom decor. Floral enthusiasts should consider using hot glue to attach plastic flowers to the jute rope portion of the toilet paper holder after it has been wrapped onto the metal wiring. 

The Artificial Daisy Flower Heads ($6.59 on Amazon) are a great option if you are interested in the faux flower look. However, the Floweroyal Artificial Flowers ($25.99 on Amazon) are an even better choice for those who prefer a more realistic-looking plastic flower. Glitz and glam fans, meanwhile, could glue crafting gems onto this DIY. The 200PCS Crystal Gems ($8.80 on Amazon) will make the metal wiring really sparkle. Regardless of which items you choose, any of these customization tools will help you design the best toilet paper holder for your bathroom.