Create Extra Storage In Your Closet With One Brilliant Hanger Hack

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Many of us would love to have more closet space. However, it's not always about owning too many clothes. Even if you're good about keeping your closet organized, a lot of old houses have really small ones — as people back in the day had less "stuff." Living in an apartment or tiny home can also mean there's not a ton of room for storage. That's why it's important to get creative! With just a few budget-friendly supplies, you can transform a hanger into a multi-hook tool to maximize closet space — plus, get it more organized. 

The first thing you're going to need for this clever closet hack is a non-slip felt hanger. Although most types should work, these have a thin, flat design that helps save space. If you don't have one in your closet already, you might be able to find a package in a Dollar Tree Plus section. They're also available at stores like Walmart, such as this 30-pack Better Homes & Gardens Velvet Clothing Hangers for under $10. Next, you need a pair of Tool Bench Hardware Wall-Mountable Metal Hangers from Dollar Tree. Each one features seven hooks, making them great for organization, but it's how you combine them with a hanger that brings them to another level. Lastly, grab a package of cable ties from your local home improvement store.

Start by laying your felt hanger on a table and place a set of metal hooks on top of it. Then, secure the pieces together with cable ties, using one on each end. Trim off the excess plastic. Now, flip over the hanger and repeat the steps with the other set of hooks. In addition to securing both ends with cable ties, add one in the middle, too. Voilà, you now have a double-sided hanger with 14 hooks to help organize any closet in the home.

The possibilities for using this brilliant hanger are endless. If you place it in a bedroom closet, it can hold your spaghetti-strap tank tops, bras, belts, ties, or scarves. Maybe even transform it into a jewelry holder by hanging all of your necklaces from the hooks. Alternatively, it would work great in a utility closet for organizing shopping bags, dog leashes, and aprons. Or, set one in a child's closet to hang some of their little shirts or costume pieces. You can also create multiple double-sided hangers for each closet, giving you even more organization.

Consider finding other ways to maximize your closet space as well. Some Dollar Tree stores sell Pocket Shoe Organizers, which take advantage of the back of a closet door for storage. Moreover, you could rotate seasonal clothes (like sweaters) and keep them in a vacuum-sealed bag during the months you're not using them. Don't forget to go through your closet on a regular basis to see if there are garments you'll never wear again.