Dump Pricey Countertop Storage: Upcycle An Old Pringles Can With A Cute And Easy DIY

If you're missing more bobby pins than you can count and have a difficult time tracking down rogue rubber bands, you need to put an organization system in place. Those small knickknacks might be an afterthought, but they can become a big headache when they're scattered all over the house. Instead of shelling out $20 a pop on canisters or upward of $50 to $60 for a set, you can create your own DIY storage solution that's equally stylish and a fraction of the cost. In fact, a simple, wallet-friendly alternative is hiding in your lunch — and Atix Home on TikTok proves it with an empty can of Pringles.

Taking the chip's motto to heart — "once you pop, the pop don't stop" — repurposing the can into a canister will give those gadgets and gizmos a place to call home. Not only will this save you a few bucks — and some aggravation trying to locate those knickknacks — but it provides a fun, creative outlet that serves a purpose and allows you to personalize your decor. You don't need much to get going: a cleaning solution of your choosing (perhaps an antibacterial wipe or a damp cloth) to get rid of any chip remnants, a paint brush, sponge, and glue gun for the heavy lifting, paint in the color of your choosing, a small knob, and decorative adhesive labels to add the finishing touch.

Now that you're convinced not to toss old Pringles cans, it's time to get to work. Clean the container and make sure it's free of crumbs. Then, paint the can and the lid in a color that complements your room's decor. (Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Latex Brush-On Paint adheres to wood, plastic, metal, and wicker and comes in a variety of shades.) After the initial coat dries, Atix Home takes a small sponge to blot paint along the perimeter of the can for a textured look. Once that dries, use a glue gun to adhere a knob to the lid and place a decorative adhesive label on its side of the container to give you an idea of what lives where.

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The final result for Atix Home's bathroom canister sports a modern farmhouse aesthetic that's accentuated with a wooden tray, a towel, and a faux plant. To ensure your DIY home organization and storage solution adds function and flair, add nearby decorative elements to tie the look together, whether that's through textiles, greenery, candles, or small pieces of art. Keep the area clean and mess-free so that your knickknacks are organized and your head isn't spinning while trying to locate a hair tie. All in all, this DIY proves that an empty can of Pringles can become a chic, functional, organizational lifesaver. Who knew?