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Storage New Uses for Old Things

Aya Brackett
1 of 100 Photo: Philip Friedman; Styling: Linden Elstran

Pool Noodle as Blade Guard

To create a protective case for a saw, use the saw to shorten a pool noodle to the length of the blade, then slice a slit to the hollow core.

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2 of 100 Photo: Philip Friedman; Styling: Linden Elstran

Glass Vase as Belt Corraller

It's a cinch to keep belts organized and visible: Coil them into spirals and stack them on top of one another in a large clear vase. (Put favorite belts at the top for easy access.)

3 of 100 Photo: Philip Friedman; Styling: Linden Elstran. Photo in box: Renee Keith/Getty Images

Cereal Box as Photo Saver

Sending Grandpa a shot of the all-star soccer team but don't want the postal journey to bend it (like Beckham)? Sandwich the picture between the large panels of a flattened box.

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4 of 100 Photo: Philip Friedman; Styling: Linden Elstran

Candlestick as Bracelet Holder

Bangles bulging out of your jewelry box? Slip them over a candlestick and let them accessorize your dresser.

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5 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Gravy Boat as Unique Soap Dish

Fill an antique gravy boat with a bar of soap to transform it into an elegant soap dish.

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6 of 100 James Wojick

Paper Plates as China Protectors

Prevent good china from chipping by layering paper plates between each piece of your formal dinnerware.

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7 of 100 Photo: Philip Friedman; Styling: Linden Elstran

Ashtray as Condiment Holder

Fill that (clean!) old ashtray with soy sauce instead. The notches make a handy resting spot for chopsticks between bites of spicy tuna.

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8 of 100 Photo, Erica McCartney; Styling, Kristine Trevino

Toilet Paper Tube as Wrapping Paper Holder

Slide empty toilet paper tubes over wrapping paper to keep it from unraveling.

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9 of 100 Photo: Erica McCartney; Styling: Kristine Trevino

Tic Tac Box as Spice Holder

Pack small amounts of your favorite spice (red pepper flakes, anyone?) in old Tic Tac boxes, to season food on-the-go.

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10 of 100 Photo: Philip Friedman; Styling: Linden Elstran

Hair Elastic as Tights Bundler

Roll up pairs of stockings or leggings and wrap hair ties around them to keep the rolls from unraveling. It will be easier to find a specific pair on mornings when you're, well, tight on time.

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11 of 100 Photo: Erica McCartney; Styling: Kristine Trevino

Colander as Toy Scoop

One of the most popular kitchen tools also happens to double as a clean-up aid. Before draining the tub, use a colander to make scooping up small toys fun and easy.

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12 of 100 Photo: Erica McCartney; Styling: Kristine Trevino

Glasses Case as Makeup Organizer

With the cameras flashing and all eyes on you, there’s a lot of pressure to look your very best. Stash extra makeup—think lip gloss and concealer—in an empty glasses case and tuck in your purse for quick touch up’s throughout the day.

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13 of 100 Photo: Nicole Hill Gerulat; Styling: Kristine Trevino

Glass Jar as Arts and Crafts Organizer

Kids can see inside the glass jars to find what they’re looking for, from crayons to pompoms. Leave off the lids for extra long supplies, like pipe cleaners or colored pencils.

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14 of 100 Photo: Nicole Hill Gerulat; Styling: Kristine Trevino

Hanger as Ribbon Organizer

Turn a tangle of ribbons into a neat presentation. Hang coordinating colors over the prongs of a tie hanger.

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15 of 100 Photo: Nicole Hill Gerulat; Styling: Kristine Trevino

Party Hat as Candy Dish

Use extra paper party hats to corral candy on a display table—or fill them with popcorn to hand out to kids.

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16 of 100 Jamie Chung

Colander as Knitting Assistant

To prevent balls of yarn from tangling, string the end of each through a colander hole.

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17 of 100 Photo: Nicole Hill Gerulat; Styling: Kristine Trevino

Gift Box as Sugar Holder

More lovely to look at than the branded box from the store, but it still slides easily into the pantry for storage.

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18 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Suitcase as Toiletry Container

Keep extra travel-sized toothpaste, shampoo, cotton balls and other personal items in an old suitcase. With a trunk full of toiletries, you'll never run out of necessities. Plus, you'll save valuable shelf space for the things you use every day.

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19 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Locked Cosmetic Bag as Childproof Storage

Put medications in a locked cosmetic case for an easy way to keep curious kids away from poking around the medicine cabinet.

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20 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Belt Hanger as Kitchen Towel Hooks

Hook extra dish towels and pot holders on a belt hanger for easy retrieval.

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21 of 100 John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Confetti as Packing Material

Don't ditch excess confetti or shredded paper. Use it to cushion breakable items so they arrive in one piece.

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22 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Magazine Files as Kitchen Storage

Corral boxes of waxed paper, aluminum foil and plastic wrap in a magazine file. Submitted by chels926 

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23 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Silverware Holder as Bathroom Drawer Organizer

Use a utensil tray in your bathroom drawer to keep small items like tweezers, nail clippers, and makeup brushes organized. Submitted by: Margaret2580

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24 of 100 John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Sandpaper as Sole Scuffer

Fall for new shoes, not in them. Rub medium-grit sandpaper over the bottoms to give slippery soles some traction.

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25 of 100 Photo: Nicole Hill Gerulat; Styling: Kristine Trevino

Wristband as Wine Protector

Toting more than one bottle to a party? Slip a wristband over one to prevent banging or breaking.

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26 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Hanging Wash Bag as Cord Storage

Store chargers, power cords, and extra headphones in the clear pouches of a hanging jewelry organizer. You'll be able to find exactly what you're looking for and packing your tech is that much easier. Submitted by: jloper 

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27 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Collapsible Laundry Bins as Garbage Bins

During seasonal cleaning binges, soft-sided, handled laundry bins can double as trash cans. Submitted by: HookemSuz 

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28 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Metal Magazine Rack as Towel Holder

Roll pool towels and store them vertically, so your kids can grab one before taking a swim.

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29 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Sugar Dispenser as Kitchen Twine Holder

Keep kitchen twine from tangling and jamming your drawers by using a glass sugar dispenser as a spool. Simply place the twine in the jar and thread through the open hole.

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30 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Paper Clips as Wrapping Paper Holder

Use paper clips to keep wrapping paper from unraveling.

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31 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Luggage Tag as Decorating Aid

Avoid decorating mistakes. Tuck fabric, wallpaper, and paint swatches inside so you can ensure a perfect match.

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32 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Tie Rack as Mail Organizer

Prioritize bills and mail in a rack positioned flat on a desk or countertop.

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33 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Tissue Paper as Purse Shaper

Help a purse or boots to keep its shape with tissue stuffed inside.

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34 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Baby Wipe Container as Yarn Holder

Don’t let your yarn get crossed. Use an empty baby wipes container to keep yarn clean and tangle-free.

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35 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Easter Grass as Packing Material

Don't trash that plastic Easter grass (but do keep it away from your pets; it can be dangerous if consumed). Use it as packing materials for delicate items—so you won’t need to worry whether Uncle Bob's favorite Chianti will make it to his wine cellar unscathed.

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36 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Cake Stand as Counter Organizer

Curb countertop clutter. Drop keys and bills on the stand instead.

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37 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Plastic Drinking Straw as Knot Preventer

For tangle-free jewelry during your travels, unclasp the chain, thread it through a plastic drinking straw, and reclasp. For a shorter chain, cut the drinking straw to the desired length.

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38 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Ice Bucket as Hair Dryer Holder

Store your hairdryer in an ice bucket to add a decorative touch to your bathroom and keep the counter tidy.

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39 of 100 Photo: John Lawton; Styling: Linden Elstran

Cake Stand as Display Stand

Show off. Display small photos and mementos, which look more important on a platform.

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40 of 100 Antonis Achilleos

Dish Rack as Art Supply Organizer

Organize coloring books in the main basket and corral crayons, pencils, and markers in the silverware holder.

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41 of 100 Aya Brackett

Zippered Bed-Linen Bag as Art Supply Carrier

Stash supplies for scrapbooking, knitting, or sewing in one of these sturdy, transparent pouches so all of your materials and tools are in one place.

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42 of 100  John Lawton

Apple Container as Ornament Storage

Store delicate tree decor where the fruit once went to protect items from bumps and bruises. (You can also use wine boxes or egg cartons.)

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43 of 100 Monica Buck

Binder Clip as Linens Organizer

Store sets of napkins clipped together and they’ll always be ready to set the scene at dinnertime. You'll restore order to your linen closet and save minutes searching for elusive matching colors.

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44 of 100 Mark Lund

Business Card Organizer as Gift Card Holder

Reduce handbag clutter by catalogging the family’s club cards and gift cards according to store name. Your back will thank you for toting a lighter wallet around.

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45 of 100 David Prince

Button Bag as Pill Carrier

When you’re on the go, leave the bulky pill bottles in the medicine cabinet and place only what you need in a plastic bag. You can keep your daily dose all buttoned up.

Laura Graham
Stockton, California

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46 of 100 Mark Lund

Cassette Case as Cord Organizer

Neatly coil the cords of your small, tangle-prone cables and earbuds and tuck them into the empty plastic holder. If you have several, label each case with a sticker for clear identification. It'll be the end of crossed wires.

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47 of 100 James Wojcik

Hose as Bucket Grip

For a handle you can comfortably handle: Snip off a section of an old garden hose, make a slit down its length, and put it over a skinny bucket wire.

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48 of 100 Monica Buck

Coaster as Drip Catcher

Catch the sticky stuff from bottles and jars in cupboards. No more shelves that require a full wipe-down after every spoonful of honey, slather of jam, or glug of olive oil.

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49 of 100 Frances Janisch

Coat Rack as Jewelry Holder

Store your best-loved (and most frequently worn) necklaces and bracelets within easy reach on a wall-mounted coat rack. Bonus: they'll stay tangle-free when not decorating your neck.

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50 of 100 Andrew McCaul

Desk Organizer as Cupboard Divider

Sort cookie sheets, cutting boards, and jelly-roll pans in the kitchen for easy access (and no more cymbal-crashing sounds) in an overstuffed cabinet.

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51 of 100 James Wojcik

Clipboard as Place-Mat Holder

Hang a clipboard on the wall (or inside a cabinet) to clamp down on place mats—and that old “I can’t find them!” excuse from the person setting the table.

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52 of 100 James Baigrie

Plastic Easter Eggs as Snack Containers

Give Easter eggs a year-round use (and save on resealable bags) by filling them with snacks like crackers or Cheerios.

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53 of 100 Kirsten Strecker

Eyeglasses Case as Manicure Kit

An unused glasses case makes a convenient storage spot for nail files, clippers and other manicure essentials while on the go.

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54 of 100 Sang An

Picture Frame as an Earring Organizer

Showcase your gold hoops, pearl drops, and chandeliers with this clever caddy. Here's how to make it:

 

  • Step 1: Gather a wooden frame (without the backing and the glass), piano wire, small eyelet hooks (two for each wire), pliers, and a ruler.
  • Step 2: Mark where you want each wire to hang. Screw in the eyelet hooks. Using the pliers, pull the wire taut and twist it around the hooks. 
  • Step 3: Hang your earrings from the wires. Either mount the display on a wall or place it on a dresser. 
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55 of 100 James Wojcik

Rubber Band as Canister Measure

Stretch a rubber band around an opaque container. Each time you scoop out the flour or coffee, move the band down to mark the supply level. No need to lift the lid while making your grocery list—you can see how much is left in a snap.

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56 of 100 Beatriz da Costa

Garden Hose Holder as Holiday Light Organizer

Coil strings of holiday lights round and round for knot-free hall decking. Your reward: You won’t blow a fuse trying to hang next year’s light show.

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57 of 100 Antonis Achilleos

Berry Basket as Bathroom Storage

Corral bathroom essentials in an eco-friendly (but still pretty) caddy.

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58 of 100 Antonis Achilleos

Coffee Filter as Plate Protector

Shield stacked china from scratches and nicks by layering a filter between each delicate piece.

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59 of 100 Antonis Achilleos

Crate as Linen Storage

Use a wooden crate to store extra towels in the spare bathroom, so guests don't have to go hunting for the linen closet.

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60 of 100 James Baigrie

Dryer Sheet as Drawer Sachet

If fabric-softener sheets make your clothes smell nice in the dryer, just think about what they could do in your dresser. Slip a few fresh ones between folded clothes.

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61 of 100 James Baigrie

Dryer Sheet as Book Deodorizer

Prevent your beloved volumes from acquiring a musty smell by inserting a fabric-softener sheet between the pages.

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62 of 100 Anson Smart

Felt Circle as Hanger Helper

Create a support system and help strappy garments stay on hangers. Affix a circle to each end, and your sundresses will stay off the closet floor.

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63 of 100 Mark Lund

Film Canister as Stamp Dispenser

Unspool stamps by cutting a slit in the side of a film canister and threading the end of the roll throught it.

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64 of 100 Ann Stratton

Flower Pot as Garden Tool Holder

Fill a terra-cotta pot with builder's sand (sold at hardware stores), then stir in some mineral oil—just enough to dampen the sand. The mixture will clean the tools and prevent corrosion and rust. (If the pot has a hole on the bottom, cover it with duct tape.)

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65 of 100 William Abranowicz

High Chair as Mail Holder

Free up some counter space by using a clip-on high chair as mail catchall. Great solution for rounding up keys and stashing mail and permission slips.

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66 of 100 James Wojcik

Zippered Plastic Bag as Pencil Case

Always have your pencils and PTA notes (or toddler’s crayons and doodle paper) in the same spot: Just punch holes along the nonzippered edge of a sandwich bag, then click it into a three-ring binder.

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67 of 100 Kathryn Barnard

Jewelry Box as Game Piece Storage

Store game pieces, play money, or other priceless rainy-afternoon distractions.

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68 of 100 James Baigrie

Jar as Knicknack Organizer

Superglue the lid to the underside of a cabinet and gather bits and pieces—thumbtacks, say, or nails—into the jar itself. Then screw the jar into the lid to whisk clutter up, up, and away.

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69 of 100 Antonis Achilleos

Jewelry Box as Drawer Organizer

Those little boxes are so sturdy and tidy that you hate to throw them out, so don't. Instead, clip them together to create a neat divided storage area for pens and pencils, lipsticks, plastic flatware—whatever it is that clutters your drawer.

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70 of 100 KIRSTEN STRECKER

Lunch Box as Toiletries Bag

Keep shampoo from crossing unauthorized borders by packing toiletries in a sturdy lunch box in your luggage.

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71 of 100 Sang An

Milk Carton as Packing Material

Safely deliver fragile trinkets by wrapping them in bubble wrap, tucking them into a clean carton, and pinching the top closed.

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72 of 100 James Baigrie

Newspaper as Packing Material

Wrap frames and figurines with several pieces of newspaper, then crumple the remaining sections to fill extra space in the box.

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73 of 100 Frances Janisch

Peppermint Tin as Tissue Holder

Fold a packet inside the tin to keep tissues dry and intact in your purse or beach bag.

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74 of 100 Monica Buck

Photo Album as Business Card File

File frequently used business cards in a brag book (two will fit in each slot) for a purse-ready Rolodex.

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75 of 100 David Prince

Photo Box as Jewelry Organizer

Organize delicate jewelry by placing necklace chains, charms, and small earrings in individual vellum envelopes inside the box.

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76 of 100 Mark Lund

Plastic Trays as Boot Holders

Contain rain-boot runoff by placing a tray near the entryway when wet weather descends.

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77 of 100 Anna Williams

Rocks as Coat Rack

Construct an outdoorsy coat rack. Use a polyuerthane-based glue (try Gorilla Glue) to attach rocks to old drawer knobs, then screw the knobs into a plank of wood and mount it on a wall at eye-level in an entryway.

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78 of 100 Antonis Achilleos

Shoe Box as File Storage

Give unattractive filing cabinets the boot and store all bills and documents inside shoe boxes covered in decorative paper.

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79 of 100 James Baigrie

Shoe Box as Holiday Light Storage

Trim off the edges of a shoe box lid and wrap string lights around the flat cardboard. Then slide the whole thing inside the box. This will keep lights untangled and tidy during the off-season.

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80 of 100 James Baigrie

Shoe Organizer as Gift Wrap Storage

Arrange gift wrapping supplies so you can easily locate bows, ribbons, scissors, and tape.

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81 of 100 Formula Z/S

Shoe Organizer as Spice Rack

Organize the spice cabinet by transferring canisters to the pockets and mounting the holder inside the pantry.

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82 of 100 Kirsten Strecker

Shower Curtain Rings as Scarf Storage

Sort and hang scarves by threading them through rings hung on a closet rod.

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83 of 100 Antonis Achilleos

Soda Bottle as Boot Supporter

Insert an empty one-liter plastic bottle into a tall boot to keep it from sagging, creasing, or toppling over. Bonus: Upright boots create space on your closet floor to fill as you please (hmm…more boots?).

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84 of 100 David Prince

Spice Containers as Office Supply Storage

Use these squat, clear-topped jars (sold at kitchen supply stores) to keep all those loose bits cluttering your desk drawer—stamps and Post-It notes, thumbtacks and rubber bands, safety pins and stickers—under control.

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85 of 100 Annie Schlechter

Step Stool as Shoe Organizer

Rest your soles. Store shoes on the tiers of a stool in the closet.

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86 of 100 Beatriz Da Costa

Suitcase as Linen Storage

Keep off season linens and other decorations in a suitcase when you're not traveling.

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87 of 100 David Prince

Paper Towel Tube as Plastic Bag Storage

Contain plastic bags in a drawer or under the cabinet by stuffing them into an empty tube and pulling out as needed.

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88 of 100 Antonis Achilleos

Velcro as Remote Controller

Help the remote from getting swallowed up in the couch cushions by adding Velcro to the device and on the side of the TV.

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89 of 100 Monica Buck

Window Box as Towel Storage

Roll several cloths and stack in the box in a guest bathroom so no one has to poke around in your cabinets hunting for them.

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90 of 100 James Wojick

Wine Bottle as Boot Supporter

Preserve the shape of tall leather boots by placing a bottle into each one's shaft for reinforcement.

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91 of 100 James Wojick

Wine Rack as Magazine File

Roll up the most recent issues and slide into the spots usually reserved for your favorite reserves.

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92 of 100 James Wojick

Wire Hanger as Ribbon Dispenser

Dispense ribbon for wrapping gifts. Untwist the hanger—or pop out the cardboard-tube bottom of a hybrid hanger from the dry cleaner—and slide on spools for easy storage.

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93 of 100 Antonis Achilleos

Wristwatch as Earring Holder

Keep track of your earrings while you hit the gym (or the spa). Place the studs through the holes on the watch strap and then attach their backs.

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94 of 100 James Baigrie

Zippered Plastic Bag as Compact Case

Fend off pressed powder by storing your purse compact in a securely zipped plastic bag.

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95 of 100 James Wojick

Zippered Plastic Bag as Soup Saver

Stockpile soup by pouring extra portions into baggies, then laying them flat in the freezer. Once hardened, you can stack them up and save them for a rainy day.

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96 of 100 Rick Lew

Zippered Plastic Bag as Packing Material

Cushion precious cargo in a box. Before closing it all the way, slide a straw into the top, and inflate. Then remove the straw and completely seal the protective bubble.

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97 of 100 James Wojick

Funnel as Twine Dispenser

Dispense yarn or twine at a craft station by placing the spool inside the funnel and pulling the end through the hole.

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98 of 100 Alexandra Rowley

Packing Tape as Nut and Bolt Holder

Gather loose bolts and nails in the garage by sticking them to a length of tape and layering another piece of tape on top.

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99 of 100 Alexandra Rowley

Painters Tape as Snack Sealant

Preserve family-size packages of snack foods. Painter's tape is best because it allows you to seal and reseal a cereal or chip bag without losing its tack.

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100 of 100 Aya Brackett

Paper Towel Tube as Wrinkle Preventer

Ward off wrinkles in silk scarves by wrapping them around the tube between wearings.

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