Say Goodbye To Cluttered Bathroom Counters With A Dollar Tree Storage Solution

Trying to wrangle an assortment of things that are cluttering the bathroom counter is frustrating. Even more frustrating is spending time searching through the mess on the counter for that one thing you need. The next time you're determined to declutter the bathroom counters, head to the hardware, kitchen, or sewing departments at your local dollar store and pick up an organizer designed to hold nuts and bolts or needles and thread. The compartments in these cases are larger than those in a pill case, are various sizes, and have a lid that closes securely and keeps everything in its place. These features make them easily repurposed to help you say goodbye to bathroom clutter.

The compartments in a product like Dollar Tree's Jot Plastic 9-Compartment Organizer Case are roomy enough to hold a week's worth of items that are part of your morning routine. From hair ties and lip gloss to floss picks and cotton swabs, you'll find a space for it all. Keep the bulk of your bathroom items away in the linen closet and refill the case with what you need just once a week. This method is also helpful when you pack for travel — the personal items you need are ready to be tossed into your luggage. You can also use multiple cases to organize like things with like. For example, keep a box dedicated to nail care supplies and another for first aid materials. Once you've determined a use for each case, label it clearly and resist the temptation to stick something in one of the compartments that doesn't belong.

After you've sorted and labeled your cases don't let them simply become a reimagined form of bathroom clutter. Stack the cases with the labels visible, or buy a small set of shelves to accommodate them, either on the countertop or hung on the wall. If you have drawer space, label the cases on the top so you can easily see what's in each case when you open the drawer. Make a habit of returning the organizer to its designated space rather than leaving it on the counter.

If you've implemented the use of storage cases in your bathroom but are still struggling with overwhelmed countertops, it may be worth looking at other affordable storage solutions. Discount stores often have a wealth of organizing options, especially if you're open to DIYing and working with products beyond the bathroom section of the store. These retailers often have office organization options that work well in bathroom, like the Essentials Clear Plastic Desktop Organizer Drawers from Dollar Tree. They also tend to have kitchen finds that can be used in the bathroom, too. For example, you can make a lazy Susan with a few Dollar Tree staples, including baking pans, cooling racks and marbles. This DIY creates more vertical storage on your countertops, which is essential for organizing a small space with a lot of items.