Find the best Charging Station Ideas that will spark your creativity and supercharge your devices. 43 of the best charging station ideas.

Get organized with these home charging station ideas that will spark your creativity. 43 of the best charging station ideas to get rid of unsightly cords and mess. Get all of your cords organized and hidden including phones, laptops, ipad and more electronics. These ideas include home and classroom. #onecrazymom #chargingstationideas #diychargingstations

Unleash your imagination and power up your charging game with these ideas. From repurposed treasures to DIY creations, charging your devices has never been more stylish and convenient. 

Finally, these clever ideas will have everything in order and organized. Then your home will be streamlined and orderly. You might also like to try more home organization ideas and Dollar Tree Kitchen Organization Ideas.

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Each of these ideas are easy and provide the perfect amount of organization for your home. Whether you are looking for the perfect place to charge your smartphones, tablet, iPad, laptops or other devices, this list has something for everyone.

1. Mail Organization Idea

Transform an ordinary mail sorter into an easy holder for cords and mobile devices.

Mail Organizer
We desperately needed a place to charge our electronics so when I came across this mail organizer at Target, I decided to turn it into our Family Charging Station.
Mail Organizer

2. DIY From Scratch

Craft your personalized charging dock from scratch with this easy family charging station idea with a plug in the back.

DIY From Scratch
I had been wanting a little “Charging Station” to keep it organized and hadn’t been able to find any in my shopping excursions, so we decided to make one.
DIY From Scratch

3. Unused Breadbox

Give new life to an unused breadbox by repurposing it into a simple charger station project.

Unused Breadbox
Different kinds of boxes or baskets.. and then I stumbled upon this at a flea market and I knew I had nailed it
Unused Breadbox

4. Antique Box

Transforming an antique box into a unique DIY charging station to charge your phone and devices with easy step-by-step instructions.

Antique Box
Drill a hole into the back of an antique box or chest. Insert a power strip then cover it with a wood shelf with holes for charging cords. Shut the lid when you want to conceal the functional aspect.
Antique Box

5. Magazine Rack

Turn a magazine rack into a practical DIY phone charging station and finally hide a power strip with these clever capabilities.

Magazine Rack
I found this outdated magazine rack for $3.99 at Goodwill, I knew it was the perfect solution to my charger problem.
Magazine Rack

6. Ordinary Shoe Box

Discover the hidden potential of an ordinary shoe box that offers a functional solution for organizing your devices for your family and guests.

Ordinary Shoe Box
When I came across this idea to make a “charging station” for electronic devices, I knew that this could cure my cord clutter woes.
Ordinary Shoe Box

7. Stylish Shoe Container

Elevate your charging game with a stylish shoe container transformed into a DIY charging station for electronic devices.

Stylish Shoe Container
Usually, my cords are wrapped up & shoved in a drawer…or even worse, hanging from the wall with nothing attached to them.
Stylish Shoe Container

8. Homemade Wall-Attached Charging Station

Take charging to new heights with a homemade wall-attached charging station for usb chargers and more.

Homemade Wall-attached Charging Station
Build this DIY device charging station (or docking station) to hide cords, free up precious countertop space, and designate a place for the whole family to store their devices when not in use.
Homemade Wall-attached Charging Station

9. Cheap Basket

Transform a cheap basket into a budget-friendly DIY charging station diy project.

Hidden Cheap Basket
All you need for this project is a charging station and a basket big enough to hold it while devices are charging.
Hidden Cheap Basket

10. Wooden Letter Tray

Reimagine a wooden letter tray as a functional way and then create a convenient hub for charging your devices.

Wooden Letter Tray
Want a simple place to keep your electronics for charging? Create a DIY charging station – I’ll show you how!
Wooden Letter Tray

11. Wall-Mounted Shelf

Maximize space and create a clutter-free charging zone with a DIY wall-mounted shelf charging station.

Wall-Mounted Shelf
This Home Hack-worthy DIY project that transformed her kitchen catch all area into a nicely organized charging station for all her hand held electronics devices, using extremely easy to find and install elements.
Wall-Mounted Shelf

12. Desk Organizer

Reinvent a desk organizer into a versatile DIY usb charging station

Desk Organizer
I found a desktop organizer and decided that it was going to be my best DIY option. 
Desk Organizer

13. Bookshelf

Transform a bookshelf into a functional DIY charging station.

Bookshelf
I made this a little bit taller and left off the doors since what we really needed was more bookshelf space. I'm very happy with the way it turned out!
Bookshelf

14. Old Book

Give new purpose to an old book by crafting a unique DIY charging station.

Old Book
Learn how to transform an old book into a chic DIY phone-charging station with lots of charm.
Old Book

15. Picture Frame

Unleash your creativity by repurposing a picture frame then use this DIY charging station.

Picture Frame
This corner of our kitchen seems to be the spot where all of our electronics end up so I made a holder that looked pretty on the counter, but it's still functional.
Picture Frame

16. Caddy

Transform a simple caddy into a versatile DIY charging station then you will be organized.

Caddy
It’s almost done and I am so excited to share it. In the meantime, here’s a quick little project I made for her room to hold all of her electronic gear.
Caddy

17. Plastic Bottle

Give plastic bottles a second life and then creatively upcycling them to provide a functional and eco-friendly solution for charging.

Plastic Bottle
It made the perfect little holder for my cell phone while it’s being charged.
Plastic Bottle

18. Wooden Box

Repurpose a wooden box into a charming DIY charging station.

Wooden Basket
Today’s bedside charging station definitely changed the landscape of my bedroom & cut down on my bedside clutter and to me, that’s pretty darn awesome life changing!
Wooden Basket

19. Kitchen Cabinet

Transform a kitchen cabinet then you will have a convenient DIY charging station.

Kitchen Cabinet
And I’m here to report that we’ve been using and maintaining this system for almost two months and I am in LOVE! It sounds dorky, but every time I open it up, I smile because, in the words of the famous Marie Kondo, it sparks joy… so. much. joy!!
Kitchen Cabinet

20. Toolbox

Reimagine a toolbox as a practical DIY charging station.

Toolbox
 You can build a similar charging station for less than $50 using a few tools and simple supplies that you or a friend might already have.
Toolbox

21. LEGO Bricks

Unleash your inner builder and repurpose LEGO bricks into a playful DIY charging station.

Lego Bricks
This lego charging station is so cool and easy to make.
Lego Bricks

22. Cordless Drill Storage Box

Transform a storage box into a clever DIY charging station for cordless drills.

Cordless Drill Storage Box
What a great idea to corral your drills, batteries, and battery chargers in one place.
Cordless Drill Storage Box

23. Old Suitcase

Give new life to an old suitcase by finally turning it it into a phone organizer.

Old Suitcase
This is super cute and easy to make.
Old Suitcase

24. Old Pallet Shelf

Repurpose an old pallet shelf into a trendy organizer.

Old Pallet Shelf
This easy-to-build pallet shelf / charging station will organize everything and take care of the mess in no time!
Old Pallet Shelf

25. Wooden Toolbox

Convert a wooden toolbox into a practical organization tool.

Wooden Toolbox
Turn a wood tool box into a hip charging station and supply organizer.
Wooden Toolbox

26. Kitchen Drawer

Reclaim a kitchen drawer and thus have a clever DIY organizer.

Kitchen Drawer
I finally decided to create a DIY family charging station to organize cords and devices so everything would be kept in one central space
Kitchen Drawer

27. Woven Basket

Repurpose a woven basket into a stylish DIY station.

Woven Basket
This charging station is stylish and convenient.
Woven Basket

28. Wine Crate

Give an old wine crate a new purpose as a charming DIY charging station.

Wine Crate
Using a favorite container, such as a metal box, wine crate or toolbox, you'll be able to create a storage solution that will help you organize and conceal all of your gadgets in one neat space.
Wine Crate

29. Kitchen Counter

Transform your kitchen counter into a station for cords and devices.

Kitchen Counter
I had this ledge shelf in my bathroom and it happened to fit the bill perfectly.
Kitchen Counter

30. Junk Drawer

Organize a junk drawer into a practical DIY station.

Junk Drawer
Keep your high tech toys handy, but out of sight, while charging in a custom drawer complete with electrical outlets.
Junk Drawer

31. Fabric Pouches

Craft fabric pouches to safely store and charge your mobile phones and devices.

Fabric Pouches
That’s when the idea of the DIY phone charger holder struck my head.
Fabric Pouches

32. IKEA Fintorp Rail

Utilize an IKEA Fintorp Rail then you will have a great solution to organize.

IKEA Fintorp Rail
I love this idea to use decor and charging your devices at the same time.
IKEA Fintorp Rail

33. Wooden Tray

Transform a wooden tray to keep your devices organized.

Wooden Tray
I decided to make my own using a tray I had bought a while ago for 99 cents from a thrift store.
Wooden Tray

34. Wooden Valet

Craft a wooden valet into a dedicated space to charge your devices.

Wooden Valet
This easy DIY docking station holds your phone, Apple Watch and more on your nightstand while charging. 
Wooden Valet

35. Utility Cart

Repurpose a utility cart to hold and charge multiple devices.

Utility Cart
The DIY Charging Station I created to house all of our electronic devices while we're sleeping.
Utility Cart

36. Nightstand

Revamp your furniture with hidden docks for cables.

Nightstand
Learn how to create a DIY charging station in your nightstand to hide ugly cords and keep your devices charged at all times!
Nightstand

37. Envelope

Transform an envelope into a compact DIY charging station.

Envelope
We’ve had this charging station set up for a week now and it’s already made such a huge difference!
Envelope

38. Planter Box

Reimagine a planter box or use scrap wood or plywood with the compartments to hold and charge your devices.

Planter Box
It’s about time we solved this problem and the solution is simpler than you’d think: a DIY charging station.
Planter Box

39. Cigar Box

Give a cigar box a new purpose as a compact solution to keep your devices charged and cords organized. This would be pretty on a bedisde table.

Cigar Box
Grab a power strip, some velcro strips, a cigar box, and a dremel, and in just a few minutes you can throw together this simple yet elegant way to hide your mess of charging electronic peripherals!
Cigar Box

40. Cardboard Box

Repurpose a cardboard box into a budget-friendly DIY charging station.

Cardboard Box
We created an “out-of-sight” charging station for our screens. It’s a free and super fun craft project you and your kids can do together, using things you already have at home.
Cardboard Box

41. Straw

Thread cables through the straw to keep them organized and therefor untangled while charging your devices.

Straw
I love how easy this charging station is for anyone.
Straw

42. Old Soap Bottle

Transform an old soap bottle into an eco-friendly idea and charge your devices while reducing plastic waste.

Old Soap Bottle
Creating your own DIY Phone Charging Station has never been easier  with this simple & quick tutorial! Great recycling project and a lovely gift idea too!
Old Soap Bottle

43. Decorative Box

Elevate your charging experience with a decorative box that becomes an easy diy charging station to hide charging cables.

Decorative Box
 There are plenty of similar uses for boxes as charging stations around the web, an internet search will turn up variations on this idea, but here’s how I turned two decorative boxes into charging stations with a few power tools, some scraps of painted wood, and hot glue.
Decorative Box

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