This little kitchen organizer is exactly the kind of project I love: fast, inexpensive, and surprisingly satisfying once it’s done. By sliding a standard 12-cup muffin tin into a shallow wicker basket lined with burlap, you get a tidy coffee pod drawer that keeps everything visible, sorted, and easy to grab during busy mornings.
I’m always looking for simple ways to make my counters work harder without looking cluttered, especially on weekdays when I’m trying to get out the door with coffee in hand. If you use single-serve pods and you’re tired of boxes taking over your cabinet or countertop, this is an easy afternoon fix that looks warm and intentional instead of purely utilitarian.
Materials
Instructions
1. Set the muffin tin inside the wicker basket and check the fit before doing anything else; the tin should slide in snugly but still leave just enough room for the burlap lining.
2. Cut the burlap to about 18 x 22 inches so you have enough to cover the basket bottom and wrap slightly up all four sides without coming over the rim.
3. Press the burlap into the basket, smoothing it flat across the base and into the corners, then trim any bulky excess so the muffin tin can still sit level.
4. Add a thin line of hot glue along the upper inside edge of the basket in short sections, then press the burlap into place so the lining stays taut and clean.
5. Trim the top edge of the burlap so it sits just below the rim of the basket, which gives the finished drawer a much neater, more polished look.
6. Stick felt pads onto the underside corners and center edges of the muffin tin so it slides smoothly and does not scratch the basket or catch on the burlap.
7. Slide the muffin tin into the lined basket slowly, adjusting the burlap with your fingers if needed so the tin settles flat and the basket keeps its shape.
8. If you want an easy pull, tie the jute twine into a simple loop or small bow around the center front weave of the basket, keeping it decorative but functional.
9. Fill each muffin cup with 4 to 5 coffee pods, grouping flavors, roasts, or decaf together so the organizer feels intentional instead of random.
10. Set the finished coffee pod drawer on your coffee station, kitchen counter, or inside a pantry shelf, and give it a final fluff so the burlap edge and basket front look straight and tidy.
Variations & Tips
Basket fit: Bring your muffin tin when shopping if you can. I’ve learned the hard way that “close enough” with baskets usually means the tin either rattles around or refuses to go in at all.
Burlap alternative: If you don’t love the rustic look, use canvas, cotton duck, or a wipeable faux linen instead. Just keep the fabric fairly thin so the muffin tin still slides easily.
Pod capacity: A standard 12-cup tin usually holds around 48 to 60 pods depending on brand and how tightly you pack them. That’s enough to make this feel like a real storage upgrade rather than a cute but tiny organizer.
Countertop protection: Add a few extra felt pads to the underside of the basket if you’ll keep it on a stone or wood counter. It makes the whole piece glide better and protects the surface.
Finish detail: A small twine bow on the front or a neutral ribbon instantly makes it feel more styled. I like that little touch because it helps the organizer blend in with the rest of the kitchen instead of looking like I repurposed bakeware in a rush.
Best use: This works especially well at a coffee station where everyone can see the choices at a glance. On hectic mornings, being able to grab a pod without digging through a box is one of those tiny conveniences that feels bigger than it should.