Ever since clothespins were invented, people have been using them in all sorts of ways that have nothing to do with hanging clothes.

Closing packages, hanging artwork, even as supplies for craft projects; the possibilities are truly endless. But the clothespin is never more at home than it is when being used for organizational purposes.

That’s why, for this list, we’re getting a little creative with this humble household implement. Read on for a breakdown of twenty-one fun ways to organize with clothespins!

1. Ribbon Organization

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We all know the perils of trying to keep our ribbons organized, right? They tend to get tangled, especially when they sit unused for a while between wrapping sessions.

That’s why this clothespin hack is such a lifesaver. Using classic wooden clothespins like these, you can keep any scraps of ribbon nice and neat by wrapping them around wooden clothespins.

2. Days of the Week

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It’s never been easier to keep your appointments clear and visual. This clothesline hack turns the days of the week into slots on a visible string, waiting for you to drop times and dates along it as needed.

I love how easy this is to set up and use. On top of that, you can customize it to suit your unique visual tastes.

3. Daily Task Organization

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Why not make your clothespins match the cards they’re hanging? This is a super simple way to make your daily task organization a little more fun.

The benefit of this idea is that the pins look nice enough to always be in plain sight, drawing your attention to them well enough that you won’t forget your tasks.

4. Chore Reminders

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Keeping your kids on top of their chores can be difficult, but not impossible. With these chore reminders, anything is possible! Transforming wooden clothes pegs into chore reminders is very simple.

Once you have them ready, you can easily shift the pegs around according to which child needs to do which chore.

5. Embroidery Floss Organizer

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If you love to do embroidery, then this organizer is perfect for you. Not only is it a lovely way to display all your floss colors, but it also doubles as the perfect way to keep your floss clean and tangle-free.

The hassle of untangling a reel of floss before getting to work is yours no longer. The key is to pick up a picture frame – like this one – and fill it with enough hooks to hang the clothespins on.

6. Headphone Organizer

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For those of us who still use corded earphones, it can be a struggle to keep them untangled (especially when they’re waiting to be used in your bag or drawer).

This is a super simple clothespin hack that will ensure you never have to deal with tangled cords again. Simply glue two wooden clothespins together!

7. Garage Wall Organizer

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This one goes out to the people who are always losing the little things, like gardening gloves or caps. It’s so simple to create a DIY coat hanger with just a few wooden pegs, a wooden board, and string.

You’ll be needing strong glue to make sure the organizer stays intact while being used, I tend to favor this one.

8. Photo Frame

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Looking for something simple you can make alongside your toddler for a little family-friendly fun? Here’s a clothespin picture frame! This is so easy to make (in fact, easy enough for your toddler to help you make it).

All you need are some wooden clothespins, plenty of paint with glitter, and the photo you want to display proudly.

9. Accessory Holder

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Who knew making an accessory holder was this easy? Whether you’re a jewelry lover or very fond of belts, you can use this organization hack to create some wall space for either one.

A simple wooden panel, painted your favorite color, provides the perfect base for some vintage wooden clothes pegs (like these!).

10. Wall Organizer

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Here’s another take on the same organizer, and this time, the base uses a marble vinyl instead to create a more modern look. All you need to create this look is to pick out some marble contact paper.

While the DIY recipe calls for cardboard, this will absolutely work on a more sturdy base (and will most likely last longer, too).

11. Menu Planning

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For anyone with a lot of balls to juggle and a family to plan meals for, a visual menu planning system is essential. That said, it’s not always easy to maintain one in your kitchen, let alone on the fridge.

That’s where this clever system comes into play. All you need is a paper calendar on one side and a wooden bar on the other, complete with your wooden pegs.

12. Bookworm Clothespin Organizer

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Looking for a DIY organizer the kids will love? This bookworm clothespin organizer is just the thing! Complete with a fun little face on the end, this is a sweet way to track what your little ones are reading.

The base of the organizer is a wooden paint stirrer, like this one, so it’s light enough to put up with some command strips or magnets!

13. Scrunchie Holder

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I’m forever losing my hair bands, and if you’re a scrunchie enthusiast, you’re probably encountering a similar problem. A custom clothespin organizer is a great way to keep them all in one place.

Not to mention, it works for other hair accessories, too!

14. Placecard Holders

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Planning your wedding on a budget? There’s something really special about making the placecard holders yourself. It gives your guests a little something extra to remember the day by.

Once you have the placecards printed, all you need to do is pin them for easy access. You can even stain the wooden pegs beforehand to make them extra special.

15. Reminders

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Keeping a lot of different things organized is tough, especially when you need to designate a priority order for everything. One of the best ways I’ve found to do that is make sure they’re always visible.

Enter: reminder pegs. These simple little additions to your organizational routine will work wonders.

16. DIY Holder

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Looking for a quick and easy way to upgrade a recycled jar into a DIY holder worth decorating your desk? This is it! Using some leftover buttons and pegs with a dash of paint, you’ll have a pencil jar in no time.

Depending on the vessel you put in the middle, this could be anything from a pencil jar to a flower vase.

17. Scarf Holder

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if you have a collection of scarves that needs a place, might I suggest a scarf holder? This is a denser version of the standard clothespin organizer, providing ample space for scarves and other accessories.

This is the perfect way to use vertical wall room instead of drawers to store those little things you want to keep in plain sight.

18. Laundry Room Tags

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You know those labels that often get put on the front of wicker baskets? You can create a DIY, rustic version of the very same thing using some clothespins and a fabric marker.

The secret is to use patterned clothespins like these, as a way to make the labels even more adorable.

19. Kitchen Organizer

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Fielding constant questions about where things are? Takeout menus, invitations, permission slips? Then it’s time to look into creating a kitchen organizer. This is the central spot where everything lives.

With this spot firmly established in your kitchen, neither you nor your family will ever lose another important piece of paper again.

20. Magnets

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While magnets on the fridge work well, they don’t always look the sleekest, and they often drop important things. That’s where these clothespin magnets come in.

Creating the ombre effect is easy with the right tools, and these look so great on the fridge. Not to mention, they can hold so much more than your standard fridge magnets.

21. Basket

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Finally, a clothespin hack for the ages: creating a basket. All you need is a cleaned tin can and a pack of wooden clothespins to upgrade it.

This is a great spot to contain those little pieces of clutter that otherwise get lose all over your home. Think coffee pods, sewing supplies, stationery; whatever your heart desires!