Create Extra Bathroom Storage Space With These Mason Jar Hacks

Do you have a collection of empty mason jars gathering dust? You may keep them because it would be a shame to throw them away, even if you don't necessarily know what to do with them. It's time to fix that, because mason jars might be the solution to your current bathroom organization woes. They can be used to hold anything from homemade bath bombs to liquid soap or spare razor blades. 

These ideas can help you use vertical space and empty areas inside cabinets to provide hidden bathroom storage. And, they're easy to paint so they can be customized to your aesthetic and kept out in the open as accents like macrame plant hangers. Mason jars don't break easily, but don't take any chances by keeping them within reach of little kids. And, avoid any hacks that involve using mason jars in the shower: slippery hands and glass don't mix. Luckily, there are plenty of safe and smart ways to use mason jars to organize and declutter your bathroom.

In a tiny bathroom, every inch of counter space matters, and a mason jar has a smaller footprint than a standard tissue box. You might even save money in the long run by refilling the jar from a bulk box of tissues instead of buying a new box every time you run out. There are a lot of tutorials out there showing off how people have painted their mason jar tissue holders, but we like this creator's tutorial. It's a simple demonstration of the most important part of this hack: correctly placing the tissues into the jar so you can pull them out.

They aren't just for kitchens! Set up a rimmed lazy Susan on your bathroom counter to hold things you use every day like your moisturizer, hair products, and mason jars filled with loose items like makeup brushes and cotton rounds. Or, put it in a bathroom cabinet or linen closet, and use it to hold things you use less frequently. Then, use mason jars to corral loose items, like individual samples of beauty products or extra bobby pins. For an extra perk, add a DIY mason jar air freshener to the turntable to combat mustiness. 

Move your toothbrushes, toothpaste, makeup brushes, and other frequently-used items up to the bathroom wall. Hanging a DIY mason jar organizer is a handy way to free up countertop space around your sink. You don't need strong DIY skills to make your own version, as long as you can use a drill. Tuff Shed's tutorial lays out the process in simple, easy-to-follow steps. They went for a rustic aesthetic with their paint colors and wood choice. Of course, you can customize the project and go glam with metallic paint and dark wood, or keep the jars unpainted and coat the board in a fun shade for a pop of color.

We'll be honest: this TikTok-popular hack is as much about aesthetics as it is function. Yes, a mason jar dispenser holds enough soap that you may not have to keep a jumbo refill bottle in the bathroom cabinet. But, it's also a cute way to customize your bathroom design. Paint the jar to match the bathroom, or make holiday-specific versions to swap in and out throughout the year. This creator also applies a layer of wax to protect the paint. Dispenser lids that fit mason jars sell for around $5 each, so it's a budget-friendly upgrade.

Let's say you've filled multiple mason jars with bathroom supplies. Now, you need to organize all those jars in a space-efficient way. Label the lids using chalkboard labels, decorative stickers, or marker so you know what's what. Then, store mason jars in a bathroom drawers or inside a plastic storage container stored in a bathroom cabinet. Now you can see at a glance what each jar holds. And, they don't roll around in your cabinets or leak because they're all contained and stored standing upright.

If you have dead space at the top of a bathroom cabinet or under a sturdy shelf, a mason jar organizer creates extra storage there. Often used for organizing canned food, these can just as easily hold bathroom supplies. A caveat: the hanger needs to be screwed into place so it's sturdy enough to hold heavy jars. That means this project might not work for renters. And, don't attach a jar hanger to flimsy or damaged wood. Check the instructions that come with it for specific installation guidance.

Swap out a mason jar's regular top for a tapered lid to switch up the function. These lids are concave, perfect for holding small things like Q-tips, tiny hair rubber bands, bobby pins, or even jewelry (things you might need to grab one handed when you're rushing to get ready in the morning). As a substitute for a tapered lid, use a juice glass or other open container that fits into the mouth of the jar. Specially designed mason jar inserts also create easy storage for small items.

Don't be intimidated by the idea of making your own macrame jar hanger. They're super cute, and you can fill the jars with candles, plants, or other things you don't have countertop space for! This creator demonstrates the whole process step by step and you don't need any macrame experience to follow along. The demo's about 90 seconds long; crafting your own macrame hanger will probably take one to two hours. Hang them in the bathroom from wall hooks or ceiling hooks. Just make sure you suspend your plants correctly so they don't fall!