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10 DIY Ideas to Organize Your Desk

By Kim Layton 7 Comments

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Keeping my desk organized is a challenge!  Do you have the same problem?

I’m always interested in fresh DIY ideas to help me keep my desk organized and looking great at the same time.  Oh, and I don’t want to spend a ton on fancy containers…you know what I mean?!

I’ve gathered some awesome ideas that I think you will love as much as I do.  Organize your desk drawer with upcycled cereal boxes, or add a fun geometric pencil holder to brighten your mood.

10 DIY Ideas to Organize Your Desk

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Geometric Pencil Holder – Tiny Prints

Follow an awesome tutorial on how to create a geometric pencil holder of your own.  You’re going to be shocked at how easy it is to make.

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DIY Magnetic Colorblock Desk Accessory – House of Earnest

These magnetic colorblock desk accessories can add the perfect amount of style to your desk…and they would make great gifts!

diy desk idea - sewing

DIY Sewing Supply Mason Jars – Polka Dot Chair

These CUTE sewing supply mason jars are meant to be a DIY gift, but I want some on my desk!  What a great little creative touch for a crafty space.

diy desk ideas - embroidered

Embroidered Pencil Cup – The Crafted Life

What a neat idea…an embroidered pencil cup!  Match any decor in minutes!

diy desk ideas - bowls

Neon Fabric Coil Bowl – The Red Thread

Add a few fabric bowls to your desk to organize those little things you need to keep in reach.

diy desk ideas - jars

Painted Pastel Jars – Kootut Murut

Upcycle those glass jars into a pastel perfection…a simple beautiful way to decorate on a dime {or less}.

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Fabric Covered Memo Boards – Sew Much Sunshine

Don’t forget about the walls…fabric covered memo boards are a must!  You might have the perfect fabric already!

diy desk idea - basket

DIY Gold Berry Basket Organizers – Lovely Indeed

Oh, this is a berry sweet idea!

diy desk ideas - drawer

DIY Desk Drawer Dividers – I Heart Organizing

Use cereal boxes to create amazing desk drawer dividers that fit perfectly.

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Upcycled Cigar Boxes – Just Something I Made

Two more…

Check out these beautiful DIY Marble Mugs that are perfect for holding pens!  Oh, and tinted mason jars are always awesome.  Make your own DIY Tinted Mason Jars.

Keep all your washi tape under control in a cigar box or two…I love this!

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Need more ideas??? How about these 25 DIY Home Organization Ideas?

Here are a few more posts you might enjoy if you’re planning to get super organized on a budget…

  • 22 Tips to Organize Your Craft Room
  • Organizing Craft Supplies
  • Organize Your Craft Room – 8 Quick DIY Projects
  • 13 Great Ways to Organize With Recycled and Repurposed Finds

Grab a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy these creative ideas!

Which idea is your favorite?

~Kim

If you love organization ideas… you should see this beautiful list of DIY ideas:

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Filed Under: Get Organized, Tutorials Tagged With: craft room, desk, diy, diy decor, diy organize, get organized, home office, how to, organization, organize, Tutorials

Comments

  1. Rachel | The Crafted Life says

    April 29, 2014 at 7:41 pm

    Thank you so much for including my embroidered pencil cup! I just love all of these ideas. I need to do a bit of spring cleaning on my desk right now 🙂

    Reply
    • Kim Layton says

      April 29, 2014 at 7:45 pm

      It’s so creative…thanks for sharing it with us!

      ~Kim

      Reply
  2. Grace Keogh says

    April 29, 2014 at 8:26 pm

    These are a wonderful collection of ideas Kim, I love the fact that they are so simple and achievable! Thanks so much for sharing.

    Reply
  3. Carolyn T says

    January 18, 2016 at 12:51 pm

    Great ideas! My desk drawers are my worst nightmare; love the dividers. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Kim Layton says

      January 19, 2016 at 3:56 pm

      Never open a drawer in my house…lol. Just kidding {maybe}. I hope you found some inspiration that will help you out.

      ~Kim

      Reply
  4. Rosie says

    June 2, 2016 at 3:07 am

    Wow I love this!

    Reply
  5. Miss Hanson says

    September 23, 2016 at 1:07 am

    I love the design of the Geometric Pencil Holder… Thanks for sharing these ideas! 🙂

    Reply
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