Grab These Dollar Tree Items For A DIY That'll Keep Your Vanity Organized

If your vanity is looking like a chaotic mess, it might simply be because you're lacking appropriate organization tools. Makeup brushes are a particularly common offender when it comes to cluttered and disorganized vanities. The good news is that you don't need to buy expensive organizers to bring order to the mess. Instead, you can use simple Dollar Tree supplies and a bit of DIY magic to create a stylish brush holder that looks far more expensive and high-end than it actually is. All you need are some Dollar Tree Stoneware Pillar Candle Pedestals (grab one for each organizer you want to make), an equal number of Clear Round Glass Floral Vases, hot glue, and aquarium stones or accent gems of your choice. Dollar Tree sells Black Decorative Accent Stones but also clear ones, blue options, and more.

The idea for this hack is to build a raised container by attaching the candle holder to the bowl-shaped vase. Doing this instead of using the vase on its own will give the DIY a pedestal-style shape, which looks elevated and adds a bit of style to your vanity. Meanwhile, the stones will disguise the base and hold your makeup brushes in place, so they don't fall over as you go through your makeup routine. The best part? Storing makeup brushes upright is actually recommended to keep them clean and in good condition. This hack is a clear upgrade from leaving brushes on the counter or in a makeup bag — not to mention, it's an affordable way to keep your bathroom vanity clutter-free.

The steps to this hack are really simple. First, remove the labels from the vase and candle holder and clean any sticker and glue residue using white vinegar. Then, apply hot glue to the bottom of the vase and press it onto the candle holder. Once the glue has dried, fill the vase halfway up with decorative stones. Stick your makeup brushes into them, and you're done.

Of course, there are many ways to customize this DIY. For instance, you can use different vases, cups, or jars instead of the one from Dollar Tree. You can also try different candle holders as the pedestal, but keep in mind that anything too thin might topple easily, so look for similarly wide and stable ones. Alternatively, instead of aquarium stones, opt for regular beads. Just note that regular pearls can be smaller, making them harder to clean up if you inadvertently topple the pedestal over. And finally, consider painting it to complement your bathroom. You could cover it completely with spray paint, or use a small paintbrush to draw designs like flowers, dots, or stripes.

This DIY doesn't just work for organizing your bathroom vanity – it can also keep your makeup brushes organized in your bedroom, on a shelf, table, or credenza. Better yet, use it for items other than makeup brushes. Anything that needs to be stored upright and that's thin enough to be held by the stones will work. Think eyeliners, mascara, lip liners, or even pens on a desk.