You already saw this little project in the post I did about my home office, but I forgot to share the DIY instructions for it. It’s a wood block utensil holder! I got the idea from this toothbrush holder at Anthropologie. But then I got to thinking, why not use it to hold other things too, like pens, pencils, and paintbrushes? This project is sooo quick and easy, literally anyone can do it. And the materials are really cheap (there’s a good chance you already have them at home), so no excuses!

All you need is a block of wood. Then drill three holes equal distance apart and stain the whole thing with some wood stain.

Once the stain has dried, your block is ready to be used! You can definitely use it to keep toothbrushes upright. It would be cute to paint the bottom half a bright color, too.

Or you could do like I did, and use it to store your paintbrushes!

Easy, peasy--my favorite kind of project. Let me know if you make one! I’d love to see a photo.

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1. Posted by Debbie on Wednesday, April 30th, 2014
   
   Great at a bedside for pens. Put a loop on the side to hold your reading glasses. Cute and functional. My favorite.
2. Posted by Joelle on Wednesday, April 30th, 2014
   
   Hey, I could do this! I've seen things like this at Homegoods and whatnot, but this really does look so easy!
3. Posted by Amy B on Thursday, May 1st, 2014
   
   Super cute-I love that!
   • Posted by Aileen on Sunday, May 4th, 2014
     
     Thanks, Amy!
4. Posted by Renae on Sunday, May 4th, 2014
   
   This is really cute! I think it would also be cute with dried flowers. Looks like I need to learn how to use a drill...
   • Posted by Aileen on Sunday, May 4th, 2014
     
     Haha! Yes. You can totally handle a drill. Most power tools scare me, but a drill opens up lots of project possibilities, so it’s a must-learn :)