Woman Uses A Pizza Pan To Create Countertop Storage With A Unique Dollar Tree DIY

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If you're looking for a modern tray to elevate countertop decor, look no further than the brilliant, low-cost idea from YouTuber Loli Ds Creations. There's no need to go out and splurge on an overpriced tray when you can craft one from Dollar Tree products for under $15. They shared how they affixed the bottom of a hanging garden planter to a pizza pan to make a clever countertop riser. This idea is larger than other Dollar Tree DIYs for organizing countertop clutter, making it a better solution for wide kitchen islands and spacious breakfast nooks.

Crafting this DIY requires a trip to the dollar store to pick up a 10-inch Garden Collection Hanging Wire Basket and a 12-inch Cooking Concepts Tin Pizza Pan. It also requires a pair of pliers and super glue for assembly. You'll also need a glossy spray paint, like the Rust-Oleum Protective Enamel Gloss Paint, that matches your interior or complements the black wire base.

The wire base has industrial appeal, while the sleek pizza pan has a modern-minimalist aesthetic. The simple look pairs easily with most interior designs, and the wide base makes it sturdier for holding countertop clutter or decor. Many tiered organizers, like the easy Dollar Tree DIY that maximizes kitchen counter space, can only hold small, lightweight items because they're made of light plastic and have an unstable base. Loli Ds Creations' counter organizer has neither of these downsides.

Start by removing the chains from the hanging wire basket using a pair of household pliers. Don't toss the chain; it could be useful for other creative home projects, like this woman's unique garden teacup DIY. Next, peel the sticker off of the dollar store pizza pan and don't worry about scuffing it, since it'll be coated in a layer of spray paint. If the sticker is especially stubborn, turn to several household items to remove it, such as rubbing alcohol, vinegar, cooking oil, or Goo Gone.

The next step is to spray paint the pizza pan. If using Rust-Oleum-branded paint, let it dry for about 2 hours. Otherwise, wait for as long as the alternative manufacturer recommends. Use a solid color for a modern, minimalist look, or paint over stencils to add a fun pattern. Another option is to arrange vinyl stickers around the outside or center of the pan, such as the Looresbeul Wildflower Floral Vinyl Stickers. Now, flip the planter basket upside down, dab the super glue along the wiring, center the pizza pan on top, and the project is complete.

You can use this finished countertop organizer on a bathroom or kitchen countertop to elevate products and protect them from food and water spills. Ideas include filling the top with commonly used cooking ingredients or everyday bathroom products. Busy households may want to use the wide pan as a catch-all tray for keys, wallets, sunglasses, and other common clutter. Another option is to use it purely for decoration. For example, the original DIYer placed two artificial planters and a candle on top to add a cozy farmhouse aesthetic to a wooden counter.