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Save Those Laundry Baskets from the Dollar Store: 10 Brilliant Ways to Reuse Them
Dollar Store laundry baskets might seem like a cheap fix for dirty clothes — and they are! But if you’ve got a few extras lying around (or even cracked ones you’re tempted to toss), hold off. These humble plastic bins have tons of clever second lives beyond the laundry room. With a little creativity, you can turn them into smart storage, garden helpers, and even DIY décor.
Here are 10 brilliant ways to reuse Dollar Store laundry baskets — and save money while you’re at it!
1. Toy Organizer for Kids’ Rooms
Keep stuffed animals, dolls, or balls corralled with lightweight, easy-to-carry baskets. You can even color-code them by type or child for quick clean-up time.
2. DIY Storage Ottoman
Turn a laundry basket upside down, wrap it in fabric or rope, and add a cushion on top — boom, you’ve got a trendy, functional ottoman with hidden storage.
3. Trunk Organizer for Your Car
Use a basket or two in your trunk to keep grocery bags, emergency supplies, or sports gear from rolling around. It’s a super cheap way to stay tidy on the go.
4. Garden Harvest Basket
Poke a few extra holes in the bottom and you’ve got a DIY colander-style harvest basket. Rinse your fresh produce right in the basket before bringing it inside!
5. Under-Sink Organizer
Slide baskets under your bathroom or kitchen sink to group cleaning products, sponges, or toiletries. It keeps everything accessible without the clutter.
6. Outdoor Toy Rinse Station
Kids’ beach toys, pool floaties, or muddy shoes? Toss them into the basket and hose them down — the water drains right out. Easy cleanup, less mess indoors.
7. Pet Toy Holder
Keep Fido’s or Fluffy’s toys in one central place. The open-weave style lets your pet see and choose their favorite toy (which might just keep them from chewing your shoes).
