10 Stylish Dollar Tree Cutting Board Hacks To Instantly Declutter Your Countertops

While every store has its hot product — that one item that goes viral, or a household staple that no one can live without — DIYers abide by their own list of essential items that serve a million uses, while flying largely under the radar for the rest of society. One such underrated item is the Dollar Tree cutting board. 

If you're a crafter, you are no stranger to Dollar Tree's Cooking Concepts Bamboo Cutting Board. For many, it's one of the best all-purpose craft blanks out there — a beautiful base to turn into whatever the crafty mind can imagine. Measuring 9.8 by 6.9 inches, this little cutting board features smooth, rounded corners and high-quality bamboo that is a total steal at just $1.25. It is a simple essential with the perfect combination of size, aesthetic, quality, and functionality that makes it a DIY unicorn item.

Its versatility seems endless, as makers continually find new ways to incorporate the cutting board into home projects. If you are looking to declutter your countertops with solutions that are both affordable and adorable, Dollar Tree cutting boards will be your new DIY BFF. Check out these 10 stylish cutting board projects that will add form and function to your countertops.

If you're aiming for a clean, minimalist, natural aesthetic, Dollar Tree's bamboo cutting board makes an ideal organizer tray. Pair it with four wooden craft dice and paint or stain them all to match. Glue the dice to each corner on the bottom of the board and keep your sink-side essentials neatly organized on top. You can also adjust the height using different Dollar Tree legs, like wood planks or wood beads.

Say goodbye to kitchen counter clutter with this cutting board and lazy Susan hack using all Dollar Tree items. Upcycle a lazy Susan or make your own by gluing a round wooden sign to a plastic version, both available at Dollar Tree. Depending on the size, take one or two cutting boards and glue mason jars to the center of the boards on each side. Glue the jars and boards securely to the lazy Susan and finish by wrapping decorative rope around the edge for a polished look. Fill the jars with kitchen utensils and essentials.

Create a charming mail holder with two bamboo cutting boards, wooden craft blocks, and peel-and-stick wall decals — all from Dollar Tree. Using wood glue and hot glue, attach the blocks between the cutting boards to create a thin storage container. Attach the wall decals to the cutting boards and smooth them out to remove any air bubbles. Place your finished holder on the counter to prevent mail from piling up and overtaking your space. The decals easily peel off, so you can change the design with the seasons.

No one will suspect you made this stylish countertop shelf yourself using Dollar Tree supplies. All you need are two bamboo cutting boards and two 8-by-10-inch canvas boards. Remove the canvas from its frame by detaching the staples along the back — you'll only need the wooden frames for this DIY. Stain the cutting boards and frames to match, then glue the cutting boards to the inside of the frames. While this little shelf can't bear too much weight, it will help declutter the counters by making the most of the vertical space in your kitchen and bathroom.

Keep hand towels off the counter with a luxe towel hook with the help of a Dollar Tree cutting board. Attach a decorative hook to the center of a cutting board for a quick, stylish towel hanger. The board is fairly dense, so drill pilot holes first before carefully screwing in the hook to avoid splitting the wood. Add triangle hooks to the back of the board and hang it on the wall. For a two-towel option, mount the board horizontally and use Dollar Tree's sleek Tool Bench Heavy Duty Hooks for a sturdy, modern look.

Decorative trays add both style and organization, and Dollar Tree's cutting board makes the perfect base for one that keeps countertops tidy and portable. The cutting board will be the base of the tray, and you'll need a Crafters Square Wooden Toy Snake from Dollar Tree to make the handles. Cut the snake to make two handles, then attach the handles with wood glue to the board. The natural tones of the cutting board and wood snake complement each other, but you can stain or paint them for a custom finish.

Dollar Tree's bamboo cutting board makes the perfect lid for their Essentials Rectangle Wire Basket. Using a small drill bit, make three holes across the top of the cutting board. Feed zip ties through the holes and attach the cutting board to the wire basket. This storage basket would be great for storing toothpastes below and a toothbrush holder on top, or kitchen essentials such as measuring cups and jars of baking ingredients. It also makes a cute mini tea or coffee station.

Keep toiletries and hair tools organized and off the counter with this simple Dollar Tree DIY. Depending on the size basket you need, grab one or two cutting boards to serve as the base of the basket. In the store, take the boards over to the basket section and pick a wire or plastic basket that will fit the board(s) snugly at the base. Stain or paint the boards for a finished look, then line the basket bottom and attach faux leather ribbon handles for a polished touch.

Organize your coffee bar with this show-stopping mug hanger using a Dollar Tree cutting board and wall hooks. There are endless ways to customize this hanger to suit your space and style — paint a design, attach a small iron scroll decor piece, or use air-dry clay and flowers to create a molded piece of art. You can also peel-and-stick a Dollar Tree decal to the board. Hang this on the wall by the coffee maker to keep mugs off the countertops and ready to use. Alternatively, hang measuring cups or other kitchen utensils for easy access.

Build customizable wooden storage cubes using Dollar Tree cutting boards for a budget-friendly, modular organizer. The key to this DIY is strong adhesive — a combination of wood glue and super glue (like E6000) should support a moderate weight. Make whatever number of cubes is right for your space. Place two to four cubes under the bathroom sink for neatly designated storage for each person's toiletries or tools. Or, make one three-tiered column to rest on your kitchen counter to hold dishware or glasses.