Your desk is the most important part of your home office, so good organization is vital. Improve your office and desk organization with these 25+ DIY desk organizers we’re loving right now!

25+ DIY Desk Organizers We’re Loving Right Now
Your desk is the kitchen sink of your office and as such, it sets the bar for the organization in your entire office or workspace. If your desk is piled high with papers and stuff, then the rest of your office is probably crammed with clutter. If your desk is well organized, clutter-free, and clear of piles, then the other areas in your office probably are, too.

But you don’t have to drop loads of cash on organizing supplies or products. You can DIY your desk organization and customize it perfectly for your workspace and your needs.
Today, we’ve rounded up our favorite DIY desk organizers to help you improve this vital office space!
Let’s jump in!
25+ DIY Desk Organizers We’re Loving Right Now
Desk organization can make or break your home office! If you’ve ever wasted your entire work time searching for those notes, that email address, or [insert your missing resource here], you know what I’m talking about.
Whether you need pen holders, want to work with cardboard, are struggling with small spaces, or need a unique storage idea, these DIY desk organizers can help!
This is one of quickest and easiest of DIY desk organizers, and you probably have all of the supplies at home right now. Plus, this organizer is infinitely customizable! Get the details here: Quick & Easy DIY Desk Organizer.

Sometimes all the DIY a desk organizer needs to make it more functional is a label in your style aesthetic!
Have a board from another DIY project laying around? Then you have the makings for this customizable desk organizer!
Want to put your rockin’ DIY skills to work? Give making this colorful and functional organizer a try!
Wait, don’t recycle that Amazon Prime box just yet! Instead use it to create this versatile organizer!
If you’re handy with wood, then this DIY organizer will be a breeze and give your desk a mountain view! 😉
Don’t discount the power of a makeover to take an old, outdated, unused item and turn it into a functional statement piece that doubles as a desk organizer!
Sometimes you don’t need to do anything to a tin can other than clean it out. The wall mount is a bonus if you need to conserve desktop space!
I love the look of this project, and it’s easier to achieve than you think!
Sometimes all you need to create the perfect desk organizer is paint!
Here are even more side space/vertical organizer options for those of you DIYers who need to conserve desktop space in your home office!
I love this concept, and the customization options are ENDLESS!
If sawing skills are in your wheelhouse, this organizer is perfect for you!
Corral and organize supplies and papers with this DIY desk organizer!
Containerize those little office supplies with this industrial-inspired DIY desk organizer!
Intimidated by the prospect of a DIY desk organizer project? Want to dip your toes in anyway? This is the perfect project for you. Come on in! The DIYing is fine! 😉
Here’s a DIY desk organizer for lovers of cutting machines.
I love the look of the corrugated cardboard on this organizer!
Here’s another take on the DIY desk organizer made with tin cans. Again, the personalization options on this one are limited only by your imagination!
I love the look of these organizers. Imagine them stacked on the corner of your desk!
This project adds such a fun geometric pop to your desk, and it helps you stay organized!
Got paper clutter? Yep, that’s me. This organizer is just what I (and maybe you) need!
25+ DIY Desk Organizers We’re Loving Right Now
And those are the 25+ DIY desk organizers we’re loving right now!
Some of these ideas have been around for awhile and a few are new to the office organizing scene, but they all will help you improve your desk organization and solve your desk organizing conundrums.
Whip the kitchen sink of your office into shape with one of these DIY desk organizers!
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- Organize Your Home Office in 8 Steps
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