I found myself frozen in front of the PVC pipe section in the hardware store the other day because I couldn’t stop thinking of all the things that I could actually make from these strong cylinders. The shape and range of sizing made me realize that there are so many ways to store and organize all my clutter at home. I managed to find quite a few brilliant ideas floating around the internet, so clearly, I’m not the first to be hit with this realization. Who knew that simple, classy and functional storage could be this cheap?!
Power Tool Holders
Do you or the hubby have a garage/workroom that’s littered with power tools and a whole bunch of other attachments and bits and bobs? You can bring the room to some order by making these clever holders so that you can simply slide your tools back in when you’re done with them.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: TheGarageJournal
Wine Rack
Well this really is genius, and there isn’t much work that goes into making this modern wine rack of PVC piping. The white will suit most houses with white walls and cabinets, but don’t be afraid to give it that pop of color if you want to spice it up a little.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: MarthaStewart
Clothing Organizer
Small items of clothing like stockings and scarves can easily get lost among all your other clothes in the cupboard. A good way to store them separately it just to cut some piping down to size and use the pieces as individual compartments in a drawer.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: BetterHomesAndGardens
Desk Organizer
This is really cute and clever actually – just cut some thinner PVC pipes so that you can glue them together and use them as one cohesive desk organizer for all your stationery. It’s whimsical and playful, and best of all, it’s really cheap to make.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: DesignsByStudioC
Shoe Rack
Making a brilliant and functional shoe rack is as easy as going down to your hardware store! You just need to get the right size so that your shoes actually fit in each compartment, and then it’s up to you to decorate it all and make it look pretty. If you really want to go all out then have a look at this impressive DIY Instructions and Project Credit: Lazy Susan for shoes!
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: HomeStoriesAToZ
Hair Dryer Caddy
This is perhaps the easiest of all the projects because you don’t need to cut anything down; all you need is the right Y fitting and you’re good to go! Your hair dryer should fit in perfectly in the larger hole, and there’s even a smaller slot for your brush, straightener or curling iron.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: OnceUponAFamily
Tape Holder
This brilliant little storage solution will work perfectly in any craft room. The pipes make perfect racks for all your technicolored Washi tape rolls. And those who love sewing (I just can’t bring myself to calling you ‘sewers’) can also use this same idea for ribbons.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: SowderingAboutInSeattle
Chalkboard Wine Rack
So not only do you get to store your wine (or other bottles) in an easy-to-grab manner, but you also get this wonderful chalkboard panel that can serve as a grocery list, reminder, or just a fun place to scribble or doodle.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: ApartmentTherapy
Garden Tool Organizer
Garages tend to get cluttered really easily – I think people feel that it’s the one room where it’s ok to just toss everything in. Well, a great (and cheap!) way to keep your garden tools organized is to cut some pieces of PVC through which you can slot the tools. Perfect, right? You can even label everything to really keep it tidy and in order.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: AshbeeDesign
Shelves
These specific cylindrical shelves are actually made from cardboard, but it’ll be a lot easier if you simply get one of the largest sized PVC pipe and just have that cut. The shape is just so interesting and could give any room a modern touch.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: X4Duros
Curling Iron Holsters
If you want to keep your curling iron or hair straightener out of sight completely, then you can simply attach PVC pipes to the inside of your vanity door. You can even get another smaller piece of pipe in which you can keep the cords tidy.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: TheFamilyHandyman
Craft Room Storage
Wall storage is always a great idea when a room is starting to get a little too cluttered – when things are off the floor and desks it already looks a million times better. If you’re stuck with this problem with an overstocked craft room then you can make yourself this lovely PVC pipe shelving unit.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: Today’sCreativeLife
Pencil Case
Here’s a fun back-to-school project for the kids – a PVC pipe pencil case! It’s actually so perfect because it’s hard and sturdy, and you can just cut it to the perfect size. But the thing that I love the most about this crafty little project is the fact that it looks like the handle of a light saber!
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: JadeAndFern
Table Centerpiece
With a bit of crafty ingenuity, you can make a gorgeous multifunctional table centerpiece with a few pipes. This can either serve as a utensil and napkin holder, a vase or a planter. It’s creative, useful, versatile and pretty!
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: PrettyHandyGirl
Toothbrush Holders
It looks as if these pipes really come in handy in the bathroom of all places! If your little ones tend to leave their toothbrushes and toothpaste strewn across the sink, then perhaps a bit of organizing is needed. Thanks to these hidden holders, you’ll have more (and cleaner) counter space.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: CraftingInTheRain
Nursery Storage
This clever DIYer made slanted shelves from PVC pipes in her son’s nursery room. Mounted by the changing station, the storage compartments now offer easy access to all things baby, from blankets and towels to bottles and hygiene supplies.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: ApartmentTherapy
Measuring Tool Holder
Many people have hooks on the inside of their kitchen cabinet doors to store their measuring spoons and cups, but someone has come along with the fantastic idea to use pipes as holders instead. I’m pretty sure this save a lot of annoying swinging and clanging every time the door is opened!
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: AshbeeDesign
Pegboard Cubbyholes
If you have a pegboard in your garage, craft room or workshop, then you can save on space even further by making separate compartments with pipes. These are perfect for keeping the smaller items safely together, and in sight.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: TheFamilyHandyman
PVC Planters
Who would have thought that PVC pipe end caps can make such brilliant succulent planters? And they’re so cheap! The fun thing is that you have a white, blank canvas, so you really get to have fun with all the decorating. If you’re an avid plant-lover then you may want to check out our master list of DIY Instructions and Project Credit: 100 gardening tips.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: TheHappierHomemaker
Tape Dispenser
This is one of the more complicated projects; although it isn’t really difficult to make, it just requires a bit more assembly than the others. After putting you PVC pipe puzzle together, you’ll have a sturdy tape dispenser that even has a little holder for your scissors too!
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: LeftBrainCraftBrain
Pen Storage
Here’s another great one for your craft room – if you’re an artist or a scrapbooker with dozens and dozens of pens, pencils and markers, then you’ll love this organizer. And if the white doesn’t appeal to you, all you have to do it wrap some pretty paper around each pipe.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: CreativeCricket
Wrapping Paper Safety
When the times come to wrap up a present, it’s pretty annoying to find your once pristine wrapping paper crumpled up, torn or squashed under a ton of other things. This clever little organizer keeps all your paper safe! Although the tutorial uses soup cans, pieces of pipe would work just as well (maybe even better!).
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: AmyKrist
Paint Holder
If you’re really clever, you can find the right sized pipe so that your paint tubes or bottles fit in snugly. A bit of paint on the caps makes it super easy to spot what is what, so pulling out the one you need is quick and painless.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: ThriftyCraftyGirl
Bracelet Rack
I’ve seen so many lovely bracelet and bangle racks like these, but I quickly realized how easy it actually is to make my own DIY version. Those bars could easily be replaced with PVC piping that you just need to cut to the right length and then keep sturdy with a base.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: HoneyWe’reHome
Tool Organizer
When one side of a pipe is cut at an angle, it’s very simple to lean it against the wall and screw it in place. That’s what this clever DIYer did to organize all his tools. You can even color code the pipes so that finding something is as easy as looking in the designated section.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit: Instructables
Nice want 2 learn how
These ideas are so practical. Thanks for sharing them with me.
Very cute I moved to a Wendy house l shape and need some ideas. For storage and shelves to make place look nice please help
Years ago, I used pvc pipe and fittings to make a canopy for my daughter’s bed. You get the fittings that look like a flattened Y to attach the uprights to a rectangle at the top. It was easy, gorgeous, and a lot cheaper than buying a canopy bed for her. I used recycled sheers to surround the bed, with shower curtain hooks to attach them.
Great idea! How did you attach to the bedframe? Or is it freestanding?
do you have a photo of this
Wow so much to do! I now have many ideas for my garage/workroom
Those are very handy ideas
Veryhandy ideas to know
All of the ideas to be used by PVC pipe is great. It might be better if the process to make them would be available. I might be able to generate them by trial and error but in order to improve of make them, some instruction would be nice.
It would be nice to see how people have attached the end of a pipe to a flat surface, as most of these projects require that. Any tips?
Dig and place hole 1 or more 4 to12 inch pipe you can fill and wick water to plant and trees through dry season may cover top with screen to reduce mosquito larvae.
please send me any new ideas on pvc pipes
PVC is my best friend! I will sometimes be asked to make faux flower bouquets for some of the brides I design gowns for as the want them bling or something special for a handle to match their gown. That’s where PVC comes in. It can be decorated in so many ways. It also makes great napkin rings. I used to play with polymer clay All the time before I started designing full time again. Clay bakes wonderfully to pvc. Then I’d decorate them further for the holidays with florals or I would stitch free standing lace files on my… Read more »