Organization ideas are something I actively seek out. So, I thought I would share with you my back-of-the-door storage ideas today! That often-unused space on the back of your door can help you stay organized in a variety of ways. Some of these ideas may surprise you, but there really is so much that you can store on the back of the doors in your home. Additionally, these options are all budget-friendly, so they won't break the bank.
Back of the Door Storage Ideas
Over-the-door shoe organizers have a ton of possibilities. I love using these on the doors in my home. If you are looking for unique storage ideas, look no further than these inexpensive solutions. An over-the-door shoe organizer might be just what you need in your home!
Today, I will be sharing seven back-of-door storage ideas for organizing specific items. Some of the ideas below come straight from my home, while others are from some of my favorite bloggers, which I thought needed to be shared!
With that in mind, remember that you can always use these ideas as inspiration when organizing your home, and can tweak them to best suit your space!
Back of the Door Storage Idea 1: Wrapping Paper Storage
All of these ideas started when I turned the back of the door organizer into a wrapping paper organizer! You can click here to get instructions on making your own version of this organizer.
I have used mine for years now, and it still hangs on the back of one of the doors in my home. This is truly the best way I have found to organize my gift wrap and keep it out of the way!
Storage Idea 2: Hat & Purse Storage
Storage ideas in the remainder of our home are varied. On some doors, we have simple hooks, such as the one shown below. These are great for hats, purses, towels, robes, kitchen accessories, and more. Think beyond the obvious use, as these are usually sold as coat hooks. You can do so much more with storage on the back of your doors!
Back of the Door Storage Idea 3: Scarf & Necklace Storage
Need more hooks? They also make the version pictured below, which has an entire row of hooks. You can also click here to see a wide variety of hooks for the back of your door.
In the example below, we used this row of hooks to organize scarves. I love that all of these hooks will not damage your door as they just slip over the top. This version would also work great for organizing necklaces.
NOTE: They also make jewelry organizers that hang over the back of your door.
Storage Idea 4: Seasonal Storage
If you are someone who likes to rotate your wardrobe for different seasons, a back-of-the-door organizer is perfect for storing those accessories!
For example, The DIY Village filled her organizer with winter scarves, hats, and gloves. However, you could also store your spring, summer, or fall items.
Back of the Door Storage Idea 5: Toy Storage
We can't forget about the kids!
When their room is already filled up, it's time to use the back of the door! Grab a shoe organizer in your kids' favorite color and use it to organize their toys. As an example, I love how A Girl And A Glue Gun used a pink back-of-the-door organizer for Barbies!
If your little one doesn't play with Barbies, you could use this same organizer for plush animals, toy cars, action figures, games, and more!
Storage Idea 6: Party Supply Storage
Do you throw a lot of parties, but have nowhere to store your party supplies? Then add a storage organizer over the back of a closet door.
Like The Simply Crafty Life, you can use a back-of-the-door storage organizer to store tissue paper, party streamers, straws, and even plastic silverware.
Back of the Door Storage Idea 7: Craft Storage
I saved my best weapon for last!
Below, you can see a back-of-the-door organizer in my craft room holding craft supplies, but there is so much more that you can do with one of these beauties! Regarding craft rooms, I have seen organizers like these be used for kids' art supplies, spray paint, craft tools, and more!
I hope you have enjoyed these storage ideas for the back of your door. You can use one of our ideas to come up with your own way to utilize that space on the back of your door!
Tips and Tricks for Back of the Door Storage
Now that you’ve seen these fun back-of-door storage ideas, are you ready to use the back of your doors for organizing? Here are a few tips and tricks to help!
- Measure Your Door – Not all doors are the same size, so be sure to measure your door before purchasing any door organizers.
- Start With Your Items In Mind – Before you buy a back-of-the-door organizer, think about what items you actually want to store. This is because knowing the items you want to store can help you pick the best organizer for you!
- Think Outside The Organizer – Use a back-of-the-door organizer for every area of your home! If you need some more inspiration, check out the ideas below!
- Office – Planner Supplies, Office Supplies
- Bathroom – Toiletries, Hair Care Items
- Kitchen – Food, Snacks
- Laundry Room – Laundry Supplies, Cleaning Supplies
- Garage – Tools, Car Supplies
- Garden – If you have a greenhouse or an outdoor area with an extra door, you can always organize your herbs to create a hanging herb garden!
- Get Creative – Customize your door organizer even more using your Cricut machine! You could use your machine to create labels, designs, and more!
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Did you love these back-of-door storage ideas and are looking for more organization and storage help? Then check out the ideas below!
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