Upcycle Dollar Tree Essentials Into A Simple Storage Shelf To Keep Spices Organized

Homeowners often store their spices tucked away inside of their kitchen cabinets to keep the tiny glass and plastic containers neat and organized. However, if you have limited kitchen cabinet space, you can free up room by placing them inside of a rack on your countertops instead. Rather than purchasing a spice rack from a retail store, consider putting your DIY skills to the test by making one yourself with a few affordable items from Dollar Tree. You might be surprised by just how easy it is to upcycle some of the store's essentials into a spice rack. All you have to do is use the Nylon Cable Ties to secure three of the Mesh Desk Organizers between two of the Wire Paper Towel Holders. These materials are only $1.25 each, so this is a super budget-friendly DIY.

When you're done, you'll have a three-tier countertop spice rack that resembles a kitchen storage solution you would find in a store. Keep in mind that you can incorporate creative elements of your own to enhance the look of this DIY spice rack too. For example, you could apply spray paint to the rack and the desk organizers before assembling everything. Don't be afraid to customize this project so that it suits your preferences.

If you'd like to enhance the visual appeal of this spice rack by painting it, that should be your first step. You'll likely find it easier to apply the paint while everything is still disassembled. To do this, just lay the desk organizers and paper towel holders on a piece of cardboard outside and paint away. To ensure this rack complements your kitchen, consider applying metallic spray paint in a finish that matches the hardware used throughout the space.

Once all components dry completely, go ahead and assemble your rack. Set the two paper towel holders upright, leaving just enough room to slide each desk organizer in between them. Place one paper towel holder at the very bottom, secure it on either side with the cable ties, and repeat this process with your two other paper towel holders working your way upward. You can see that the content creator above has to pull the cable ties super tight to ensure that the desk organizers do not slide down.

If you run into this issue, consider using hot glue to keep everything secure. You can also use hot glue to attach two of Dollar Tree's Metal Pencil Cups to either side of your rack at the bottom if you'd like. When it comes time to display the convenient spice rack on your countertop, make sure to place it away from direct sunlight and heat to preserve the shelf life of your spices.