The $1.25 Dollar Tree Find So Good I Bought 4

I've always approached big projects with a "do it all at once" attitude, which, if I'm being honest, can be both a good and a bad thing. Last weekend, during some scarce free time, I decided to clean out our corner lazy Susan cupboard. Then, I embarked on a much-needed deep clean of several other cabinets and drawers. 

Unfortunately, the next day, I was still knee-deep in pantry items scattered around my kitchen because one of the drawers had fallen off the rails. To repair it meant a trip to the hardware store, pulling out the power tools, and enlisting my husband's help 30 minutes before we headed out to a party. By Sunday night, I had done it all: wiped down shelves, reorganized spices, tossed expired items, and created a box for donations.

I felt so accomplished after, but as I stood back and admired my work, I realized a clean kitchen is one thing, but an organized kitchen is another. I still needed to find a few smart solutions to make my life easier. And that's how I ended up buying four of these pretty, gold-rimmed storage bins from the Dollar Tree!

Why I Love This Dollar Tree Storage Box

It's small, sleek-looking, and has a built-in handle at each end, making it easy to grab from high shelves or quickly pull out of drawers. The thin gold rim on the top edge makes each box feel more elevated than its $1.25 price tag suggests. At 3.75 inches wide, 5.5 inches high, and 7.9 inches long, they're ideal for small spaces, and for corralling the little items that often get lost or buried in my pantry and drawers. The rectangular shape also makes it easy for me to nest them together, side by side, or in rows. Because of its clear design (one of my favorite storage container design features), it's easy to see what's inside. 

In my lazy Susan, they've organized a pile of seasoning packets and mixes into a neat, visible row, making it easy for me to find what I need. I've also put another one to work holding my large collection of extracts and food coloring. I can also see them being helpful for tea bags, hot chocolate packets, coffee pods, or things like condiment packets. 

Beyond the kitchen, they'd be excellent help in a craft drawer, bathroom cupboard, or for grouping makeup. Even my kids' rooms could benefit. That is, of course, if the small toys and art supplies stayed where they belonged. If you're thinking, "I don't need another container"—trust me, you do. And this cutie from Dollar Tree is calling your name.

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