Nothing kills a craft or sewing project faster than a disorganized heap of supplies. Sewing thread, jewelry wire, small ribbon, and embroidery floss are common casualties since they can easily become tangled or knotted. But what if there was an easy and budget-conscious way to get them organized? One crafter on social media shared an easy way to repurpose plastic water bottle for storing thread. You can create your very own thread dispenser for under $20 or for free depending on the supplies you use or already have on hand. For this DIY craft storage idea, youu0027ll need a clear plastic water bottle (colored plastic might make it more difficult to distinguish the shades of thread), and it should be wide enough for spools to fit horizontally along the inside of the bottle.

In addition to the storage vessel, youu0027ll need an electric hot knife to cut the bottle in half and puncture holes (this Lounsweer Electric Hot Knife is $18 and comes with different attachments). Although you can use a heated kitchen knife, a box cutter, or a pair of scissors, the hot knife tool may be safer to use and prevent sharp or jagged edges around the punctured holes. This will keep thread from becoming trapped or frayed when you pull it out. If you use a heated knife or plastic melting tool, wear a mask to limit plastic fume exposure. However, if you donu0027t want to spend the money, you can totally DIY it with the tools you already have. Another key component is what the spools will rest on inside the bottle. Straws or wooden sticks will work, so long as the spools fit through them.