I love to give new life to old items. If you are looking for ways to reduce waste, save money, and keep your home organized, you will find inspiration in these ways to repurpose household items to organize your home.

Below are 25 clever ways to repurpose household items that you already have on hand into things that will help you get more organized!

1. Utensil Key Organizer

Source: @upcyclethat

I would never have thought of using a utensil organizer to hang keys. This is such a smart idea, don’t you think?

If you have an old utensil organizer that you aren’t using anymore, you can hang it in your entryway, foyer, or mud room for a go-to place to hang keys and store sunglasses, wallets, and more!

2. Container Underwear/Sock Organizers

Source: @i.and.yu

I am obsessed with this clever underwear organization idea. Turning old Pringles containers into individual storage bins in your underwear drawer will keep you organized for sure!

If you don’t have any Pringles containers on hand, you could buy this pack of 12. They are the perfect size for underwear or a pair of socks.

You can enjoy a delicious snack and then go organize your closet!

3. Glass Jars for Food Storage

Source: @cbrealtysocal

I always use glass jars and other airtight containers to store cereal, snacks, and more. It keeps things fresher for longer and looks nicer.

If you like this idea and have some mason jars like this on hand, you can easily repurpose them into food storage containers!

4. DIY Earring Organizer

Source: @craftibilities

I have a ton of picture frames that I no longer use. If you do too, you will love this DIY earring organizer idea.

You can make your own with one of your old frames. This is such a smart idea and will give you easy access to all your earrings!

5. Document Holders for Foil

Source: @the_stingy_mama

Do you have an entire drawer dedicated to foil, parchment paper, and saran wrap? If you have some old document holders like this, you can stash them under the sink and toss your foil (and more) in there.

You will save space in your drawers and keep those kitchen essentials out of the way, but easily accessible!

6. Pill Bottles for Hair Accessories

Source: @upcyclethat

Do you (or your kiddo) have a ton of hair clips and bows? I can relate to this!

These get super disorganized in drawers and are easy to lose because they are so small! Pill bottles are the perfect storage solution for these.

7. Fruit and Veggie Jars

Source: @livecomposed

How clever is this veggie jar idea? You can store tons of fruits and veggies in old spaghetti sauce jars.

This will help you stay organized and will keep your fruits and veggies fresher for longer!

8. Eyeglass Storage Rack

Source: @homeroad

Don’t you think this DIY eyeglass storage rack is super cute? You can make your own with an old cabinet door or picture frame and some pretty metal ribbon like this.

What a great project if you have lots of eyeglasses.

9. Magazine Rack Kitchen Caddy

Source: @sadieseasongoods

This DIY kitchen caddy holds tons of supplies including foil and Ziploc bags. You would never guess that it used to be a magazine rack!

What a smart way to reuse an old item!

10. Over-the-Door Cord Organizer

Source: @mamasavesmoney

We all have a ton of cords. It is almost unavoidable in this day and age.

To me, the worst part of having so many devices is the tangled chaotic cord clutter. An over-the-door cord organizer is a brilliant solution.

Each cord will have its own pocket for tangle-free storage. If you don’t have an old shoe organizer around, you could get something like this.

11. Earring Strainer

Source: @kristydaum

If you have an old strainer, you can give it a new purpose by using it for earring storage. This is such a smart idea.

It will look beautiful on your wall with your earrings!

12. Wood Pallet Tool Storage

Source: @write.travel.repeat

Do you have wood pallets just sitting in your garage, shed, or basement? Give them new life by using them for tool storage.

These will keep your rakes, shovels, and more super organized!

13. Bottle Bracelet Holder

Source: @simplychicthrift

I am obsessed with this simple yet stylish bottle bracelet holder idea! Old bottles with the labels peeled make such pretty organizers for your bracelet collection.

Bottles like this would work great if you don’t have any old ones lying around!

14. Charger Tupperware

Source: @pineapple.pepper.organization

No idea where to store your many chargers? Consider using a large Tupperware container!

What a clever way to organize chargers. I love smart, simple solutions like this.

15. To-Do Frames

Source: @movingforwardco

If you have an old frame lying around, you can easily and quickly turn it into a dry erase board. All you need is a frame with glass, some colored paper, and dry erase markers.

This will look beautiful and help you organize your daily life and stay on track with your goals!

16. Magazine Holders for Veggies

Source: @composed_living

I have a lot of magazine holders like this in my office. If you have too many of these, you can use them to store veggies in your pantry.

17. Metal Tea Tins for Desk Organizers

Source: @erinspainblog

Don’t you think these pen and pencil organizers are so pretty? I agree completely!

These are easy to make out of old metal tea tins. The best part is that you can customize them in whatever way your heart desires.

18. Scarf Organizer

Source: @upcyclethat

If you have some old scrap wood and clothespins like this, you can make a scarf organizer. I love how charmingly rustic this is!

You could also use it for handkerchiefs, baseball caps, etc.

19. Bath Bomb Jar

Source: @pineapple.pepper.organization

I love to add a soothing and aromatic bath bomb to my tub for a luxurious touch. If you like your bath bombs as much as I do, consider storing them in an old jar for easy access.

20. Toilet Paper Cord and Wire Organizers

Source: @julie_eigenmann

I know that you probably have a lot of cords and wires at your house. I have the exact same problem.

Finding good ways to keep cords neat and tidy is a struggle for many people. If this has been a challenge for you, try making these toilet paper cord and wire organizers.

They are so easy and simple, but super effective. These will keep your wires organized while putting those old toilet paper rolls to excellent use!

21. Accordion Shoe Rack

Source: @sonya__organization

Do you have any old organizers that you are no longer using? Think about what you can do to put them to good use.

As this picture shows, you don’t have to use organizers only for their intended purposes. An accordion coat rack like this works perfectly for garage shoe storage.

22. Key Holder Coffee Station

Source: @upcyclethat

Don’t you think this key holder coffee station is so creative? What a great way to reuse an old item!

The mugs look great hanging from the key hooks. I also love that the small shelf is the perfect size for coasters and a couple of coffee mugs.

23. Magnetic Picture Frame Makeup Organizer

Source: @upcyclethat

Here is another brilliant use for an old picture frame. If you like to have your makeup super easy to see and access, you will love this picture frame makeup organizer.

You can get adhesive magnetic squares like this to hang your favorite products on your frame.

24. Muffin Tin Organizers

Source: @memrybug

If you have muffin tins that you aren’t using anymore, they work great to store small objects. You can use them for crafting supplies like beads and buttons or for jewelry.

25. Repurposed Flowerpot

Source: @wandering.every.which.way

This pretty flowerpot looks great with colorful pens and markers inside, don’t you agree? You could also do this with a bowl or mug that you are no longer using.