Save those laundry baskets from the Dollar Store. Here are 10 brilliant ways to reuse them

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### 5. 📦 **Craft Storage Bin**

Keep your yarn, fabric, markers, and paints neat and visible. If the basket has small holes, attach zip ties across them to hold scissors or ribbon rolls. You can even hang them on hooks or pegboards for wall storage!

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### 6. 🐾 **Pet Toy Basket**

Your pets don’t need anything fancy — just a shallow basket to hold squeaky toys, chews, and tennis balls. Dogs love digging through their toy stash, and this keeps everything in one place.

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### 7. 🌬️ **Air-Dry Station for Wet Gear**

In rainy or snowy seasons, use a basket to collect wet gloves, hats, or swimsuits. The holes allow for air circulation, helping things dry faster and keeping your entryway tidy.

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### 8. 🎃 **Seasonal Decoration Box**

Use them to store and separate your holiday decorations — one for Halloween, one for Christmas, one for Easter. They stack easily and are perfect for items that don’t require heavy-duty storage.

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### 9. 🧴 **Cleaning Caddy**

Throw your cleaning sprays, sponges, and cloths into a basket and carry it room to room. It’s lightweight and practical, especially for weekly deep-cleaning sessions.

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### 10. 🧘 **Upcycled Side Table or Ottoman**

Feeling crafty? Flip a laundry basket upside down, cover it with a round piece of wood or a thick cushion, and wrap it with rope or fabric. You’ve just made a **budget-friendly ottoman or side table** with serious personality.

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### 💡 Final Thoughts

Before you toss that cheap, slightly broken Dollar Store laundry basket, take a second look. With just a little imagination, it can become a functional part of your home in new, unexpected ways. Whether it’s organizing, decorating, or helping out in the garden, **these humble baskets deserve a second chance**.

Would you like DIY instructions for any of the projects above? I can help you turn your basket into something beautiful.