Brilliant Dollar Tree DIYs For Optimal Shoe Storage Organization

Shoes have the power to elevate your OOTD (outfit of the day), help you feel more confident, and assist you in making great first impressions. In some cases, they might even double as a conversation starter and earn you compliments from strangers. However, if the mere thought of diving into the messy shoe pile in your entryway or closet leaves you feeling exhausted, it's time to organize your footwear collection. It's not as hard as it sounds. You just have to pick the right shoe cabinet for your footwear and follow a few tips for organizing all of your shoes. However, if you'd rather not spend too much money on such organizers, try a few Dollar Tree DIYs to arrange your collection.

These DIYs will allow you to customize the organizer per your needs and save you some money in the process since the Dollar Tree materials only cost $1.25 each. For instance, you can build a shoe cubby using just two items: rectangular storage baskets and zip ties. You're free to add as many baskets as you need and arrange them horizontally or vertically based on the available space. Similarly, you can fashion a functional shoe storage solution with wire racks, wall hooks, or basketball hoops. Interested in learning more about the organizers? Here are 11 brilliant Dollar Tree DIYs for optimal shoe storage organization.

Shoe cubbies are a great way to get your footwear off the floor. Alas, you might have to shell out upwards of $30 for a small unit, with larger ones costing as much as $200. Fortunately, you just need a few large storage baskets from Dollar Tree to DIY your own version. The number of baskets you need will depend on the number of pairs you want to store inside the shelf. Zip tie the baskets horizontally or vertically, and your shoe cubby will be ready for use.

Looking for an inexpensive shoe storage solution to organize your kids' footwear? Just go to your local Dollar Tree and get a few of its Bright Mini Plastic Storage Bins. Open the flaps on the side and plug in your hot glue gun to build a vertical shoe shelf. Since these storage bins look big enough only for kid-sized footwear, this particular hack will have to be earmarked for their small sandals and light-up sneakers.

If you like housing your shoes in their packaged boxes, this Dollar Tree DIY is ideal for you. You just need a few wire shelves and cable ties to create an enclosure for your shoe boxes. Once the storage solution is ready, hang them up on blank walls using screw-in hooks. But if you want a renter-friendly solution, use 3M's Command Large Hooks to hang the racks, which can support up to 5 lbs.

Shoes left piled on the floor can become an insurmountable mess. However, if you can keep them in neat, parallel rows, you'll find them much easier to access and much neater-looking. To implement this closet organization trick, lift the bins or baskets currently on the floor and place them on Dollar Tree wire racks. Now, slide your shoes under the racks, and you're done.

Although racks are one of the best ways to store your shoes, it can be hard to create space for them, especially if you have a small apartment. Instead of piling your shoes at the door, check if there's some space under your bed. Then, zip-tie two (or more) of Dollar Tree's Rectangular Slotted Plastic Baskets together. This simple DIY will help organize your footwear collection and hide them from view.

Need a simple solution to organize your footwear and keep it from gathering dust? All you have to do is purchase a few of Essentials' Plastic Storage Boxes with Lids from your local Dollar Tree and put your shoes inside them. This is a great solution for smelly running shoes, as it can prevent the inevitable odors from infiltrating the rest of your home — plus, they're stackable. That being said, each box can hold only one pair, so the costs will quickly add up if you own a considerable number of shoes.

Your limited edition and expensive sneakers deserve a special storage spot. However, if you don't have an opulent walk-in closet, get creative with Dollar Tree's Mini Basketball Hoops. Connect the net and hoop to the backboard, and hang them as directed. Work out a pattern and install multiple boards based on the number of sneakers you want displayed. Now, place one shoe per hoop, and admire your shoes every time you pass by. 

Over-the-door shoe organizers are perfect for keeping your footwear out of sight and maximizing the space you have. However, spacious and sturdy organizers can cost over $20. If you have your heart set on such organizers, DIY a basic closet shoe rack using a few affordable Dollar Tree items. You'll need metal cooling racks, over-the-door hook hangers, and over-the-door hooks. Customize the rack per your closet door's length and the size of your footwear collection. Keep the insides of your shoes from getting damaged with pencil-topper erasers.

Basic single-tier shoe racks can cost you upwards of $20, while saving up for one that will perfectly match your closet decor could be almost double that. With a little effort, you can DIY a shoe rack for a fraction of the price. You'll need two artist canvas boards, two toilet plungers, a pack of wood planks, and a strong adhesive to put it all together. Once your rack is ready, give it a coat of paint to hide its humble origins and make it look high-end.

This is another great way to DIY a single-tier shoe rack using Dollar Tree items. You'll need two of Essentials' Anti Slip Mop and Broom Holders, four stretched canvases (like Crafter's Square Stretched Black Canvases,) and two of Essentials' Black Plastic Broom Handles to create a functional shoe organizer. Grab your trusty glue gun (or another adhesive) to build the organizer. Use it as-is, or paint the canvas frame and broom holder in the same shade for a cohesive look.

Have limited space in your home for a footwear shelf or rack? Create affordable shoe storage with this handy DIY. You just have to install Dollar Tree's Wall-Mountable Metal Hangers with Hooks. This hack is perfect for getting your shoes off the floor and maximizing the available space. Plus, it's super economical since each hanger costs a mere $1.25 and comes with seven hooks. Install the hanger in your closet, behind doors, in awkward unused spots, or other hard-to-notice areas to keep your shoes out of sight.