Turn Thrifted Glass Into The Ultimate Drawer Organizer

Drawers are great for tucking away items to keep countertops free of clutter – especially when company visits. That is, until you open them and see the chaos. Even if you're the only one looking inside your drawers, it makes a huge difference when they're beautifully organized. Sure, plastic bins and containers can help do the trick. But if you want your drawers to have an extra touch of elegance, go peruse the aisles of your local thrift store. There, you'll be able to find a wide variety of glass pieces that can be transformed into organizers.

Be on the lookout for glass bowls, jars, candy dishes, and divided platters to help declutter and tidy messy drawers. Unused ashtrays, egg plates, and little crystal cups also work amazingly for organization. The goal is to find ones that will fit inside your drawers, allowing you to sort all your items. They don't have to be ordinary either. You might be able to score vintage glass pieces or ones with lovely etchings. It's a good idea to measure your drawers prior to going, and also jot down categories of items you'd like to use them for. By doing so, it'll make it easier to select the right containers for the job.

After getting home, make sure you clean your glass pieces before using them as organizers. To be safe, especially if they're delicate, you can hand wash them in warm, soapy water with a bit of vinegar. Dry them off with a soft microfiber towel. Just be very careful handling the glass and avoid using chemical-filled products, which can damage antique glassware. Clean your drawers as well so they're ready for the gorgeous additions.

Your thrifted glass pieces are now ready to be your organizing heroes. Place some in a bathroom drawer to keep makeup, hair, and nail products all separated. Use adorable cups or jars for small items like cotton swabs and bobby pins. Arrange the containers in a way that they maximize all of the space in the drawer. They will be as handy as a traditional organizer, but will look much more luxurious. Plus, you'll be giving thrift store items new purpose — likely for just a few dollars each.

This clever drawer idea doesn't stop at organizing bathroom clutter — you can use it all over the house. Set glass trays inside a dresser drawer for jewelry like necklaces and bracelets. A vintage deviled egg platter, with all its indentations, could hold onto earrings. Designate a stylish glass bowl to be your new hidden change jar. You could also fill a kitchen drawer with glassware to separate party essentials like napkins, candles, and balloons. With how beautiful these pieces look inside drawers, you might find yourself actually showing them off.