Keep Countertops Organized With A Thrift Store Find That Doubles As Decor

For crafty DIYers, some of the most ordinary objects are like gold. Overlooked items at the second-hand store often have incredible potential, and they can make it fun and affordable to decorate your living spaces. For some, old wooden boxes are the hidden gems of the thrift store world, and they can be used in a variety of different ways. Old wooden boxes could be the solution you're looking for to keep your kitchen countertops organized in style. So, say goodbye to counter clutter, because these interesting finds can provide exactly the aesthetic you envisage and keep loose items nicely stored.

Kitchen countertops aren't exactly black holes— because then everything would just disappear — but the way they attract clutter sometimes feels like they have their own gravitational pull. Old wooden boxes, including things such as rustic wooden crates, cigar boxes, and recipe caddies, can help. While they may not look like much in the thrift store, once you get them home, retro wooden boxes are full of charm. Grouping items such as a plant, candle, or utensil jar together in a wooden box is a good way to create extra counter space and organize everyday items that you need within easy reach while adding rustic charm to your kitchen decor. It's also a sustainable solution that gives forgotten thrift store treasures a second life. As far as style, the sky is the limit. You can leave them as is, paint them with stencils, cover them with fabric, or embellish them with mosaics.

If you're someone who likes to repurpose forgotten thrift store finds, you may have already discovered the value of old wooden boxes. This value isn't always monetary, as some types of old wooden boxes are a dime a dozen. But whether you find an old wooden box that someone made in wood shop class, or you have a vintage ammo crate that you want to repurpose for your industrial style kitchen, they can add instant charm to your space and are a good way to personalize your decor. In addition to popular choices like tea or cigar boxes, look for old wooden tool boxes, sewing boxes, jewelry boxes, cheese boxes, and wine or liquor boxes.

When it comes to keeping your kitchen counters organized, old wooden boxes can be used to hold everything from snacks and mail to plants and seasonal decor. They work to organize towels, books, vases, and spice jars. You can use them to display collections of cookbooks, jars, or rolling pins. While old wooden boxes might be considered too eclectic or rustic for some aesthetics, they fit right in with cottagecore, farmhouse, and Bohemian styles. You can also use them in various positions, such as laying them flat, attaching them to the backsplash, or standing them on their side to create functional and stylish riser shelves for your kitchen countertop organization.