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20 Back to School DIYs for an Organized School Year

August 22, 2021 by Susan

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Back to School is the perfect time for some cute school supplies DIY projects. Back to School season is such a unique time of year. While some of us still have a couple weeks left of summer, others are already back in the classroom. So whether your child goes back to school next week or is already in class, check out these fantastic Back to School DIYs from our blogging friends.

20 Back to School DIYs for an Organized School Year


 

Too many emotions and super excited kids might quickly turn your life into complete chaos for the first few weeks but we have some clever solutions to prevent that. If you want the start of this school year to go as smoothly as possible and make life easier for both yourself and the kids, get inspired with these amazing back to school organization ideas and cute school supplies DIY projects.

These clever DIYs will allow you and your little ones to have an organized school year and also give you one more reason to get crafty. Whether you’re looking to organize school supplies, kids’ clothes, papers or their homework, I’m sure you’ll find these projects helpful. And also if you know how to sew, or you have a friend who sews, make your kids these best fitting face masks.

Many of these back to school DIYs are simple crafts that even beginners can make… so they would be the perfect start if you don’t feel like the handiest person in the world. However, the effort is well worth it as getting organized will make the transition from lazy summer days to busy school days as smooth as possible. With that said, take a look at these incredibly creative back to school DIYs for an organized school year and let us know if you decide to try some yourself.

20 Back to School DIYs

Back to School DIYs

  1. DIY Back To School Desk Organizer from lovelyindeed.com
     
    This desk organizer looks so stylish, right? A simple craft with great results that’s ready in one our thanks to the detailed instructions.
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  3. Back To School Hanging Clothes Organizer For Kids from livingwellmom.com
     
    Is prepping the clothes for your kids in the morning too stressful? Do it the evening before! And with this awesome hanging clothes organizer, it’s going to be even simpler.
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  5. Door Organizer For Back To School from creatingreallyawesomefunthings.com
     
    This door organizer is amazing! It was designed to hold everything your little ones need for school: clothes, hats, backpack, shoes, books, accessories and anything else they might need.
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  7. DIY Rollup Organizer For Back To School from papernstitchblog.com
     
    Pencil cases are great for holding small items needed at school but how about this roll-up organizer? It’s such a cute DIY for school supplies. Instead of having a jumbled mess of pencils, pens, erasers and so on, you can see everything side by side as soon as you open it.
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  9. DIY School Supply Station from sprinklesomefun.com
     
    Avoid having items spread all over the desk with this practical DIY school supply station. All you need is some cardboard boxes, a wooden tray and a few more inexpensive items.
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Back to School DIYs

  1. DIY Pen And Pencil Organizer from yesterdayontuesday.com
     
    Check out this colorful pen and pencil organizer I’m sure any kid will love. Some glue and three plain hexagonal pencil organizers can quickly turn into this awesome looking project.
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  3. Curbside Drawer To Back To School Organizer from confessionsofaserialdiyer.com
     
    An old drawer gets turned into a hanging organizer that will hold the kids’ backpacks. You might have one in the attic, or perhaps you have the chance of snagging one from a yard sale. Either way, this project is one to keep in mind.
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  5. Easy DIY Drawer Organizer from ahelicoptermom.com
     
    Art supplies can take up a lot of space, but not with a frugal and easy drawer organizer like this one.
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  7. DIY Rotating Desk Organizer For An Easy Homework Station from busycreatingmemories.com
     
    This rotating desk organizer seems so practical. It’s made using a cake decorating turntable, which is creative, to say the least.
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  9. DIY Desk Organizer from anikasDIYlife.com
     
    A simple woodworking project with detailed instructions results in a fun and oh-so-useful desk organizer/homework station.
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Back to School DIYs

  1. DIY Homework Command Center from bydawnnicole.com
     
    Say goodbye to your child’s messy desk with this chalkboard-style homework command center that would make any grownup want to be a kid again.
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  3. School Supply Organizer from thekimsixfix.com
     
    This gorgeous wooden school supply organizer can make a thoughtful teacher gift, but who says you can’t make it for your home?
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  5. How To Make A Pocket Folder from damasklove.com
     
    Those ready to buy pocket folders will pale in comparison to this custom one. Your kids will be so thrilled if you decide to make them some.
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  7. DIY Wood Crate Homework Station from lovegrowswild.com
     
    If you’re a fan of the farmhouse style you’re going to love this wood crate homework station. The secret to making new wood look aged is applying some wood stain.
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  9. Make A Terrarium Desk Organizer from abeautifulmess.com
     
    This terrarium desk organizer is proof you can have practical and pretty all in one. The succulents in the middle look absolutely stunning and I’m sure any tween girl would agree.
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Back to School DIYs

  1. Kids Hanging Closet Organizer & Free Printables from makelifelovely.com
     
    Why prep the school outfits for your kids every day when you can do it just once a week? Seems like a dream come true and definitely possible with this hanging closet organizer and free printable tags.
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  3. DIY Homework Caddy from laurascraftylife.com
     
    Take an inexpensive dollar store caddy and turn it into an awesome homework caddy for your children with this simple tutorial.
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  5. DIY Back To School Lunchboxes from awwsam.com
     
    Speaking of organization, school lunch is also incredibly important and what better way to make sure your kids enjoy eating it than with these fun and colorful DIY school lunchboxes?
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  7. Back To School Quilted File Folder from mesewcrazy.com
     
    I’ve always loved fabric file folders thanks to their softness but I never thought about quilting one. You have to admit, this is a brilliant idea and certainly worth trying if you have some basic sewing skills.
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  9. DIY Magnetic Leather Pen Holder from vikalpah.com
     
    I think we can agree this is a true organization hack. This magnetic leather pen holder makes it possible to attach a pen to any binder or notebook so your kids will at least have fewer chances of losing their pens.

Also Try These Back To School DIYs…

Ribbon Bookmark DIY Tutorial – You and your kids can whip together this simple but super cute ribbon bookmark craft in minutes.

Ribbon bookmark

DIY Ombre Cork Board Craft – This DIY ombre cork board is so simple and you’ll have fun making it. Or if you’re feeling extra ambitious and you’re redecorating your bedroom, you could follow our tutorial and make a DIY bed frame and get the school year started with a comfy new mattress.

DIY Ombre Cork Board
 

Pin these cute school supplies DIY projects

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20 Back to School DIYs for an Organized School Year

 

Written by Susan Carraretto, co-founder of 5 Minutes for Mom
Talk with me: @5minutesformom and Facebook.com/5minutesformom
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Susan Carraretto and her identical twin, Janice Croze, created 5 Minutes for Mom in 2006. Susan loves all social media, but her top addiction these days is Pinterest.

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  1. Teena Johnson says

    September 29, 2019 at 7:49 pm

    When I did my back to school shopping, I found a planner to help organize my mom life and keep track of my children’s events. It is called the “Happy Planner.” I just love it and it helps with my chaotic life as a mom.

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