Genius Ways To Upcycle A Dollar Tree Sink Mat Around Your Home And Garden

Ah, the humble Dollar Tree sink mat. These flexible, inexpensive pads are handy for keeping glass items from slipping and sliding in sinks during washing, but they're also perfect for a variety of home decor DIY projects. Whether you're looking to create wall art, update a vase, organize a closet, or even make furniture, a few of these mats and some extra supplies are all you need. We've got plenty of projects below to get your creative juices flowing.

What makes sink mats so great for DIYs is their ability to add texture and interest to almost anything, all while keeping costs low. With several styles to choose from at Dollar Tree, you can pick the one that best fits your vision. We love these kinds of projects because they encourage us to see everyday items in a whole new light. These ideas are just the beginning — we have a feeling you'll find even more ways to use these mats in your future DIYs.

YouTube creator Yoduvh Essentials created this glam side table with inexpensive supplies. This is a genius idea because side tables can be pricey, and this DIY option is very inexpensive. The square base costs less than $20 with items found at Dollar Tree. The cost for the top varies depending on what you use. 

In this case, they used a thrifted glass top, but you could use a wood tabletop (found at home centers) or even a large tray or cutting board. You can also customize it by painting the base with spray paint. 

A few Dollar Tree sink mats, an over-the-door hanger, some baskets and hooks, and zip ties equal a very affordable door organizer. Hang it on the back of a closet door or behind the door in any room to keep small items organized. What's great about this DIY is it's completely customizable. And, because everything is from Dollar Tree, it's also very affordable. Decide what you'll be organizing, then buy baskets or hooks so there'll be a tidy place for everything.

This DIY Dollar Tree project will add some greenery to your space for very little money. TikTok creator @unicorndustdesigns painted a Dollar Tree sink mat, then created a frame from thin pieces of wood (also available at Dollar Tree). They painted and stained everything, then added faux greenery. This is a great decor idea because once it's on the wall, it looks like a trendy living wall for a fraction of the cost. You can also put together as many as you want to fill more wall space.

One of the trickiest things about arranging real or faux flowers is keeping the stems in place. YouTuber B'OK Media Life put a Dollar Tree sink mat to work to solve this problem. This is a genius solution because the sink mats are cost-effective, and you can cut them to fit any container. Instead of using floral frogs or creating time-consuming grids with floral tape, you just attach a section of sink mat to the top of your container to hold the flower stems in place.

If you're looking for cottagecore decor or wall art on a budget, this is the DIY for you. YouTube creator We Craft Around used a wooden picture frame, a Dollar Tree sink mat, and a printed image to create this adorable wall art. The charming thing about this DIY is the way they made the sink mat look like a wood trellis by painting it a natural color and matching it with the wooden frame. Just add your choice of image, and you're good to go!

You can also create colorful fall-themed wall art using wood Dollar Tree frames, a Dollar Tree sink mat, some paint, and some wood cutout pumpkin shapes. Paint the sink mat in a shade that matches your decor, then paint and decoupage a motif like pumpkins. Combine everything, attach the frames together, and add a few natural touches. This idea is completely customizable, and you can use the same general idea for any season or holiday (like this winter wall art idea).

The most genius thing about this Dollar Tree sink mat DIY is that, when you look at the finished product, you see a wicker basket. You'd never guess this rustic wall basket was made from a plastic sink mat unless you touched it. BiancaAnn D on YouTube gave two Dollar Tree sink mats a rustic, streaky paint job using a couple of shades of brown paint, then attached them together with jute twine. Hang the basket from a wall, fill it with flowers, or use it to hold mail for a touch of bohemian decor.

Plain, straight-sided glass vases are pretty common, but they're not exactly showstoppers. YouTuber BiancaAnn D painted a Dollar Tree sink mat, measured it to fit the circumference of a plain glass vase, and then applied the sink mat to the vase. She also added a band of thin cork to the top of the vase for contrast. This DIY elevates the look of the plain vase for very little money and allows you to customize it to fit your decor. Start decorating your home with vases with these tips.

If you're looking for an inexpensive statement piece with a hint of green, this DIY is perfect. A Dollar Tree sink mat, some thin wood slats to create a frame, a small wood crate from Dollar Tree, and your choice of greenery or flowers are all you need. The amazing thing about this DIY is that not only can you make it any size you want, but you can also customize it in so many other ways. Paint the parts in whichever colors fit your space, and add your favorite flowers. 

Bring some greenery into your home without a hefty price tag. All you need is a wood frame, Dollar Tree sink mat, a wire wreath form, faux florals, and paint or stain. You can find all of these items at Dollar Tree, making this an inexpensive project. This DIY shows how easy it is to customize your decor for the seasons. Make a wreath with faux tulips or hyacinths for spring, lavender for summer, sunflowers for fall, and evergreens for winter.