Do you have trouble organizing the screws, nails, bolts, and more that seem to take over your life? My DIY hardware organizer will fix that for you! Use this handy organizer in the garage or anywhere in your home to control the clutter and keep everything nice, neat, and labeled.
I am using labels from Online Labels and they have sponsored this post. All opinions and projects are my own, however.
Functional Organization
I am always drawn to those pretty organization magazines and books. Everything looks so lovely and perfect, but I often wonder how well those ideas translate to real life where there are kids and pets all over the place!
Because I live very much in a busy home during this season of my life, I can’t afford to put time or energy into organizing systems that just look nice. I need things to be ultra-functional!
And on those rare occasions where something can be both functional and pretty? I’m sold. Thankfully, this is one of those unicorn projects! You’ll be amazed at just how useful this attractive mason jar organizer is!
How To Make DIY Hardware Organizer
Making this project couldn’t be any easier! Honestly, the hardest part is sorting out all the hardware to put in the jars. My best advice? Turn on a Hallmark movie in the background for a little festivity, and start sorting!
Supplies Needed To Make DIY Hardware Organizer
- Vintage Soda Crate
- Mason Jars – these 4-Ounce jelly jars are the perfect size for this project!
- OL350 labels – optional but highly recommended! I got the label paper from Online Labels, and I think it’s a game-changer for this project.
Step 1: Sort The Hardware
Sort your hardware into the jars. This is the only part of this project that takes a while. But it is worth it! Imagine no longer having to dig through a large mess to find a screw the proper size!
Step 2: Print Labels
Next, print the contents of each jar onto the labels from Online Labels. On the OL350 page, just click blank templates, choose one to work with, type the labels, and print. You can see more about designing your own labels including screenshots of how to do it by clicking here.
Of course, if you have lovely handwriting, you could get the same label paper and then simply handwrite the type of hardware on each. However, I wasn’t going to risk someone not being able to read my letters!
Step 3: Add Labels To Jars
The labels fit a standard-size mason jar lid perfectly. Just peel and stick to the lid portion of the jar. Then screw the band and lid to the tops of each jar.
You now have an organized hardware area!
I love the rustic look of the Coke crate and mason jars in this adorable and functional hardware organizer. I am not going to hide this one in the garage y’all. Stay tuned next week and I will show you the full room pictures of where this one ended up!
FAQs About DIY Hardware Organizer
Here are questions I frequently see readers ask about making this DIY hardware organizer. If you have a question but don’t see it answered down below, please leave it in the comments so I can answer it for you.
Where Can I Find A Vintage Soda Crate?
You can find vintage soda crates at flea markets, thrift stores, or even online at places like Etsy. However, if you don’t have a vintage crate on hand or can’t find one, you could also buy something like this new one, and finish it however you’d like.
What Size Mason Jars Did You Use For This DIY Hardware Organizer?
I used these 4-Ounce jelly jars. Plus, I love how the quilted glass looks—it just adds a little extra something. These are the only size jars that I found to work properly with the crates, so I can’t vouch for any other size!
Do Online Labels Carry Other Colors Besides Kraft?
Yes! I opted for kraft labels for this project because I love the rustic look. However, Online Labels does offer a wide variety of colors ranging from matte white to fluorescent orange.
Do I Need Scissors For This Project?
No! The OL350 labels are pre-cut ”sticker sheets”, so when you print out your labels, all you need to do is peel up each label to use them.
5 More Mason Jar Organizers
If you love this DIY hardware organizer and are looking for more mason jar organizers, then check out the projects below!
- Mason Jar Wall Decor: Bathroom Organizer
- DIY Mason Jar Desk Organizer Using Scrap Wood
- DIY Make Up Organizer
- DIY Mason Jar Activity Organizer: Step-by-Step Tutorial
- Spice Drawer Organization: Mason Jar Spice Jars
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Love the look of vintage storage! I might actually be able to stay organized with this idea!
Love this! Who says organization can’t be pleasing to the eye? Pinning!
This is a cool idea for organizing nails, screws, etc. These items spread all over your home but can never be found when you need it. I especially like the use of the vintage coke bottle crate. It made great use of an item you might find at a yard sale or antique shop.
I love this idea! The crate makes it.
I love mason jars for storage! This is perfect for my craft supplies- going to start looking for a crate!
Such a clever idea! It would be great for beads and crafting supplies too 🙂
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I love the crate but these can be difficult to find – is there a substitute version of the crate somewhere that I can purchase?
There is! I use this one for a ton of things: http://shrsl.com/1tj8u