This Lazy Susan Hack Is The Perfect Solution For Organizing A Number Of Things

If you don't yet have a lazy Susan in your home, you are missing out on some major storage and organization benefits. These turntables allow you to easily access any items you need without having to rifle through a bunch of other things. And we're not just talking about using them to store spice bottles and cans in the kitchen — they can work for everything from stationery on your desk to beauty products in the bathroom. 

Normally, the round design and low edges can make it difficult to store loose items like pens and makeup brushes, since they may get mixed up or fly off the tray entirely when you spin it. Luckily, there's a simple modification that makes lazy Susans even better organizers: gluing cups to the base of the tray. It's an easy and affordable hack yet can make a big difference in keeping small items organized without hogging space.

First, you need a lazy Susan. One made from translucent plastic can cost around $7 to $10 on Amazon, but you can also DIY your own custom lazy Susan organizer with just a few Dollar Tree staples if you're feeling crafty. Thrift stores are another great place to shop for these turntables, as their popularity peaked in the 1950s and '60s. You may even be able to find gorgeous wooden or glass options. Other than that, you'll need several plastic or glass cups and the appropriate glue. Depending on the materials of the cup and lazy Susan, you'll either need a plastic glue or a more versatile contact adhesive that can handle glass and wood.

When deciding between glass and plastic cups, it's important to consider the weight limit of your lazy Susan and your aesthetic goals. When you load too much weight onto the trays, the turning mechanisms can be deformed over time. The tray will be difficult to turn, which defeats the purpose. Whether you choose glass cups for their stronger sides or more polished look, be sure to load them onto the lazy Susan and test how smoothly it spins before gluing anything in place.

With your decision made, clean and dry the tray and cups thoroughly. You may need to lightly sand the tray or glasses if the surfaces are too smooth and the glue won't properly adhere. Then, arrange the cups inside the lazy Susan to ensure they fit well and do not leave overly large gaps. Glue them into place when you are satisfied with the arrangement. Finally, consider sticking labels to help with organization and add your items. The cups can hold craft supplies, fasteners and other small hardware, entryway clutter, as well as bathroom items such as cotton balls, cotton swabs, flossers, toothpaste, and your toothbrush. If you like the ease of use, there are plenty of other ways to use a Dollar Tree lazy Susan to organize clutter around your home that would benefit from this cup hack and let you get lazy Susan benefits on a budget.