DIY gift wrap organizer in 5 minutes
Gift wrap organization is sorely lacking around here. To be completely honest, we’re lacking in almost EVERY kind of organization around here. BUT, thanks to a screw gun and a $2 plastic bag organizer from Ikea, we now have a small sliver of storage sanity in ONE small corner of the house.
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And this DIY gift wrap organizer was SO inexpensive and easy, I’m actually throwing a few more in the closet, as well. One directly above this one, to be exact (*making sure to install it high enough so that getting the wrapping paper in and out of the bottom bin is still possible 😉
Want the DIY scoop? Below is the whole process in a one-minute video tutorial. And if you need a few more details, just read on!
video tutorial wall-mounted gift wrap organizer Ikea hack
- Ikea Variera plastic bag dispenser
- If you don’t have a local Ikea, you can also get this product online HERE just note it’s more expensive
- *If you do not have access to an Ikea, here are some similar/alternative/other cost-effective options:
- plastic bag dispenser…almost identical!
- Aaron Kelly bag dispenser
- screws
- hammer
- wall anchors (this inexpensive kit is awesome for a variety of anchors/options)
- power drill/driver or hand held screwdriver
how to install a wall-mounted gift wrap organizer:
1. Assemble plastic bag dispenser as directed.
It’s one step, friends. It snaps together. No muscle or brain power required. And none of those annoying little Allen wrenches, either.
2. Drill hole for your drywall anchor.
If you’re attaching this to a wall made from drywall, determine the size anchor you want to use. If you’re not sure, a GREAT and inexpensive tool set to purchase is an anchor and bit set. (This one costs under $10, and has bits and anchors for drywall, masonry, AND wood).
3. Insert plastic anchors, and hammer into place.
You don’t need super heavy-duty anchors for this project. There won’t be a lot of weight hanging on these screws.
4. Insert screw into anchor and drive into place.
The screw just needs to be maybe 1/4″ out from the wall to allow your bag dispenser to sit on it.
5. Hang bag dispenser.
Just hang it right onto your screws.
6. Insert gift wrap. You’re done!
One of the Ikea Varieras will hold approximately 5 rolls of wrapping paper. So if you’re like us, you may need a couple 🙂
Ikea hack gift wrap organizer in our guest room
Want some more quick and easy DIY organization ideas? Here are some more of ours. Don’t see what you want? Check out some over at DIY Idea Center, as well. They’re a great source for DIY inspiration, too 🙂
Tracey says
Loved the video, it was really helpful in seeing how it was all done.
Heather says
I always like to watch your videos to see what music you’ve chosen. This one’s pretty funny! The video explains the project perfectly, too. (Now if only I had an IKEA anywhere close…)
Patty says
I love this idea. I always have paper left over but when I go to get it I always have to cut some wrinkled paper before I can wrap it. This is wonderful.
Dana Byerwalter says
Thank you so much for this lovely tutorial! I’ve linked out to you from the FaveCrafts Blog: https://www.favecrafts.com/blog/fc/new-diy-storage-solutions/ Have a great day!