Sometimes getting organized can be simple, like using this DIY bathroom tray to corral a few necessary items. I am amazed at the difference such a simple DIY project has made. Take a look at how I made this bathroom tray, and find all kinds of organizing inspiration from fellow bloggers at the end of this post.
When it comes to cleaning and organizing there are a few key parts of my house I like to focus on. If I can get these areas clean and decluttered then I feel accomplished. A stress is lifted from my shoulders! One of these areas is my counter tops; kitchen , office, and bathrooms. I have learned that I don’t need an empty counter, just an organized one. In my kitchen I use a small tray to corral a few necessary items, as long as the rest of the counter is clean I don’t mind a few pieces in my tray. I realized that I can apply this same method to my bathroom. I’m lucky that my bathroom has a lot of storage but there are a few items that I like to keep on my counter top within reach, items we use every day. But a few jars just sitting on my counter was so blah and just looked untidy.
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I used a few supplies in my workshop to make a small bathroom tray to pull this area together and give the items a cohesive look.
Supplies
- Wood box – I upcycled a box from a Melissa and Doug toy, you could also make one out of paint sticks and plywood.
- 3 glass jars with lids
- 4 wood knobs
- 2 handles
- Paint and brushes
- E6000 adhesive
I had intended on making a small wood box but I found this one that a toy came in and it was the perfect size. I started by painting the box white and using a metallic spray paint to coat the wood knobs and lids.
To assemble this tray I used E6000 to glue the knobs to the bottom and the handles to either side. The sides of this box are very thin and I thought thought screwing in the knobs and handles would split the wood. E6000 is a strong adhesive and will hold up well on this tray.
This tray holds 3 jars and corrals everything I need in one place. I use the jars for cotton balls, cotton swabs and my go to cuticle lotion bars, items I use every day. I love how neat and organized my counter appears just from adding a simple bathroom tray.
Get Organized with a DIY Bathroom Tray
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Teri Moore says
February 15, 2019 at 8:28 pmI love storing my Q Tips and Cotton balls in nice jars too! A tray would totally up the sophistication!
Danielle says
February 16, 2019 at 7:07 amI need this for my sons’ bathroom! Nice work!
Carmen says
February 16, 2019 at 8:27 amwhat a great idea using a Mellissa and Doug toy box! I have a couple of those laying around myself! so glad to be a part of this little blog hop with you 🙂
Megan says
February 16, 2019 at 9:34 amI love how simple this bathroom tray is plus it would be perfect for a bathroom shelf too. Thanks for sharing this how-to tutorial!
Kenya says
February 16, 2019 at 1:52 pmSo simple and so cute!
meegan says
February 16, 2019 at 3:14 pmI love using what I already have. This is an amazing repurpose! Thanks for sharing your creativity
Toni | Girl, Just DIY says
February 17, 2019 at 7:10 pmOh my gosh this is so cute, it looks like a little wagon with the handles on the ends an the big feet. Love it!
Christine says
February 18, 2019 at 1:05 pmWhat a beautiful bathroom tray! Such a fun way to store bathroom essentials!
Jacque says
February 18, 2019 at 1:18 pmSmart! I would have never thought about using materials this way! So cute.
Amy says
February 18, 2019 at 8:50 pmThis is perfect! I totally need something like this in my own bathroom. And I can’t believe how easy it was to put together. So cute!
Brittany Goldwyn says
February 19, 2019 at 6:46 amLove that you upcycled the box from a Melissa and Doug toy. We have about a zillion Melissa and Doug toys and I’d be lying if I hadn’t thought of what I could do with all the wooden boxes!
Sherry says
February 19, 2019 at 11:14 amI love using what I already have on hand too and this looks great on the counter!
Anam says
February 19, 2019 at 11:25 amThis tray is so adorable and so easy to make. Looks Great!
STEPHANIE says
February 20, 2019 at 10:17 amEverything looks so nice and tidy organized in that tray! Great idea. 🙂
Lisa says
February 26, 2019 at 12:09 pmThis is such a great use of the Melissa & Doug wooden boxes Sarah! Love the feet on it, perfect for a bathroom!
Amy says
February 27, 2019 at 2:56 pmSuch a great idea and a great way to upcycle! love it!
Christine says
February 28, 2019 at 9:36 amThis is a great up-cycle! Way to reuse- I love your little tray of toiletries! I could totally see that with some circuit cut french font too! Very cute.