How to Build a Stylish and Versatile Wire Rack Display Stand

Emily Counts
by Emily Counts

Cooling racks and paper towel holders are about to become your new favorite organizers.


With just a few Dollar Tree supplies, you can turn those everyday items into a super handy wire rack display stand, perfect for organizing cards, showing off photos, or creating a cute snack station.


Ready to try it? Let’s get started!


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Gather your Dollar Tree supplies for this easy wire rack display stand project

1. Gather Your Supplies

Head to Dollar Tree and pick up a paper towel holder, two cooling racks, and mini clothespins.

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2. Attach the Cooling Racks

Use crafting wire or zip ties to attach the two cooling racks to the paper towel holder.

Cooling rack crafts

Make sure they’re aligned properly and tightly secured.

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Use pliers to twist and cut the wire.

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3. Spray Paint Your Stand

Once the structure is secure, spray paint the entire stand. This gives it a cohesive and polished appearance. Let it dry completely before using it.

Homemade rack for organizing cards

4. Add Your Clips and Display

Once dry, use the mini clothespins to clip your items onto the rack.

DIY stand for organizing snacks

You can use this as a card display stand, a photo display, or even as a candy display stand for parties or snacks.

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Crafting with Dollar Tree supplies

How to Make a Wire Rack Display Stand in Minutes

Your DIY wire rack display stand is complete! From snacks to cards, this versatile project will make organizing easy and fun.


What will you use yours for?

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  • Frances Anderson Frances Anderson on Jan 26, 2025

    Finally a solution to all the hair bows, clasps and fancy bits my granddaughter has for her hair rather than throwing in a tub or a drawer can display them and sort out accessories quicker

  • Bei70759922 Bei70759922 on Jan 28, 2025

    Great idea ! !! And for earrings sunglasses, cheaters...etc. Also you could use the small zip ties with knot in back and still spray paint them.

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