Turn A Few Dollar Tree Kitchen Items Into A Clever Hidden Shoe Storage Solution

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One day, your closet is perfectly organized. Then, as the months go by, it looks like your hangers, racks, and storage bins went on a pay strike ... and your shoes started multiplying. The thing about clutter is that sometimes you may not realize how bad it is until it starts looking like a disaster zone. And believe it or not, it can even have a negative impact on your mental health. The good news is that there is a way to whip your chaotic closet (or other storage areas) into shape, especially if shoes are one of the biggest clutter culprits. And if that's the case, a few Storage Essentials soda can organizers and Jot binder clips from Dollar Tree may be the space-saving shoe solution that you never knew you needed. With the soda can organizers, you have a convenient way to store your shoes while keeping them easily accessible for everyday use. The binder clips help to secure multiple organizers together, creating a sort of DIY sliding rack and the perfect shoe store solution that's also budget-friendly.

At Dollar Tree, the soda can organizers only cost $1.50 each, and a 12-pack of binder clips currently costs $1.25. The sturdy support from the plastic-based organizers is perfect for keeping those mountains of shoes organized and easy to manage inside a closet or any room. You can even use the stackable design to take advantage of empty vertical space when organizing a small closet or any tight storage area. Put this DIY shoe storage solution in the closet, or slide it under your bed or dresser to hide your shoes and make use of an otherwise unused area. You can also use the organizer for accessories or other items in your closet to maximize the storage.

Before decluttering your closet (or any storage area), it always helps to first decide what should go in another space. This will help you clear out space for new items and make more room for the things that you keep in rotation. Before purchasing the soda can organizers, determine how many shoes you plan to store in them to get an idea of how many you need to buy. You may be able to fit more than one part of smaller shoes, like sandals, into a single container. Also, if you have several shoes, consider finding ways to categorize them to make finding them easier. Put the shoes that you wear the least, such as only a few times a year, in storage bins or other rooms. 

Now, take three or more soda can organizers, and place them side by side. Then, position two binder clips on each side of the middle organizer, securing all three together. One way to give the organizers a more stable attachment is to use E6000 craft adhesive or double-sided mounting tape instead of binder clips. Velcro strips will also work well and allow you to pull the sections apart if necessary. The adhesive can be purchased for about $7; the mounting tape and Velcro strips can also be found for under $10 each. 

You can also customize the holders. Spray paint the acrylic compartments or apply wallpaper or shelf liner if desired to give them a different look that matches your decor. Also, placing colored labels (organize them by shade) on the front lip of the organizers can help categorize your shoes by season, how often you wear them, brand, or color.