When it comes to kitchen organization, food containers can be difficult to store long-term. Stacking lids and containers separately according to size may seem orderly, but it is not.Russian doll set saves space but periodically tests your patience and dedication. But before you surrender to the chaos, there may be some good news. After watching this viral home organization TikTok, I realized that the answer to my storage conundrum might be an item I would never keep in my kitchen: a bookcase.
Dollar Tree's plastic bookcases have been a game-changer in classrooms, libraries, and pantries for some time, but shoppers especially love their $1.25 decorative flowers, as seen midway through the video above. We're excited about our new line of patterned bookcases (and you can see them in even more detail with our pantry makeover in this gorgeous video). In addition to storing food container lids and pantry items (canned goods, pasta, snacks, sauces, etc.), this short but roomy bin can be placed around the kitchen to store dishes, napkins, and even cleaning items. You can also store supplies.
Lightweight and gorgeous, the book box can sit on your countertop without becoming an eyesore, thanks to airy cutouts of flowers and other dainty shapes. The Book Box is currently available in muted tones of light blue, sea green, and gray, so no matter your decorating style, you can add a touch of flair to your space. Plus, you can find matching trash cans in other shapes and sizes at Dollar Tree to complete the look.
Various small bookcases
$1.25 at Dollar Tree
“These bins are great because they're so small,” one TikToker said while organizing the lids of food storage containers. “This is super easy to organize your eyelids.” Thus, the storage problem was solved. Unfortunately, these innovative trash cans are currently only available for purchase in-store. If you can't get your hands on those or any other Dollar Tree bins, keep reading.
Do you like these trash cans? Then you will too…
Storex Small Book Bin (Pack of 6)
$28.86 on Amazon
If you don't live near a Dollar Tree (or your local store is sold out), don't worry. Amazon has colorful storage bins for a few dollars more, and Target has several options. There are also decorative storage baskets here. If you want to buy bins in bulk, you can buy a 12-pack of organizing bins in 3 color options for a cheap price on Amazon. In my organizing adventures, I never miss finding storage space in spaces other than the kitchen.
Buy: Storex Small Book Bin 6-Pack, $28.86
This post originally appeared on The Kitchen. Look there: A “gorgeous” dollar tree organizer for any room (especially for kitchen clutter!)
