Desktop Hanging Folder Holder

Maybe it’s just me, but I am constantly finding cute file folders, and I hate to just stick them in a drawer.  I want to see them!  So I made a desktop folder holder to show off my latest folders.  I love projects that are fun and functional.  It was also a great way to add some fun color in the Plaid House!
 

This was a quick and fun build.  And it’s so easy to customize with paint and/or hardware.  Or just keep it simple and let the folders shine.

Supplies

3/4″ square dowel:

  • 4 @ 10 1/2″ – vertical legs
  • 2 @ 8 1/2″ – base
  • 2 @ 11 3/8″ – tops

1/4 ” round dowel (you can go thicker on the dowel to make it stronger)

  • 2 @ 9″

1 1/4″ brad nails

glue

Steps

  1. Begin by cutting your pieces.  On the tops of your legs, measure down 3/8″ from the top, and 3/8″ from each side.  Use a 1/4″ drill bit to drill holes about halfway into each leg.
  2. Fit each end of 1 of the round dowels into the holes on two of the legs. The distance between the 2 legs should be 8 1/2″.  I used one of my base pieces for  a dry fit.  If it is too long, drill the holes a bit deeper.

    Here the round dowel is still too long, so I drilled my holes a little deeper.

  3. Once your leg distance is 8 1/2″, place a drop of glue in each hole and insert the dowels.
  4. Position a base piece inside the bottom of the legs.  Clamp your piece; use glue and nails to attach.
  5. Repeat steps 1 -4 with the other legs and round dowel.
  6. Use the 13 1/4″  top pieces to connect the two legs, attaching with glue and nails from outside through top of legs into top pieces.

Now for the fun parts.  Paint and add hardware.  I think this would also look beautiful with a little gold spray paint, maybe on a diagonal, or with some light stain.

I couldn’t wait to get my mint and gold folders up.  Check them out here!  They also have black and pink 🙂 Or, you can go with clear hanging files, and the sky is the limit on beautiful folders!  

So don’t you think this would look beautiful on your desk?


This post contains affiliate links.

Linked up at Tatertots & Jello Link Party Palooza!

Marianne

View Comments

  • I live this hanging file folder stand. Just what I am looking for. Do you make theses for purchase?

Recent Posts

Bath Renovations – Saving Money with Tile and Mud Bed Removal

I mentioned in my first post about our Primary Bath Reno that the idea of…

2 years ago

Primary Bath Reno – The Evolution

The renovation of the shower in our Primary Bath has inched along slowly, and as…

2 years ago

Primary Bath Reno

Why we are renovating our Primary Bath

2 years ago

Rough Ranch Sources and Finishes

If you missed the reveal, be sure to check it out here. If you're trying…

2 years ago

The Rough Ranch Reveal

It's here! One of my favorite parts of flipping... being able to walk through the…

2 years ago

Rough Ranch Update

Progress on the Rough Ranch reno!

2 years ago