Clever tips for storing toys in your living room
28.11.2019
Translation: machine translated
I've been trying to tidy up my living room for nearly four years now. Every time I come up with a solution, new toys appear and make a mess. So I'm constantly on the lookout for simple, practical storage solutions.
It's difficult to satisfy the needs of every member of the family on a daily basis. My daughters only want to play with me, unfortunately they're not as enthusiastic when it comes to tidying up. As parents, we want to have a clean, comfortable house and be prepared for any surprise visitors. The children have what they want, but our wishes are a bit more complicated. So I'd like to organise a nice storage space in my living room, as the console provided for this purpose has been full to bursting for too long already.
Baskets
With or without lids, in plant or textile materials, waste baskets have invaded our interiors. Original baskets in the shape of pears, bears or penguins are great for storing toys. At least you won't see them at all your friends' houses. And to make matters worse, they're adorable and encourage children by making tidying up more fun.
Baskets with a more neutral design also look great. They bring a certain softness to the room and are real catch-alls: blankets, cushions or newspapers also find a place of choice.
In contrast to solid baskets, their textile counterparts provide ideal modular storage space. Depending on the model, these can be folded and stored to save space. As a result, they are generally less stable and collapse when empty. They can, however, be used as a laundry basket thanks to their handles.
Crates
In a living room, wooden crates don't really belong, they have a style that's a little too raw. Depending on the model, however, some can be folded and stored to save space. Without wheels and with a lid, the crates can be stacked to make extra seating. If you need to move toys around the living room, or even from room to room, I recommend a crate on castors. This will also allow you to make it disappear quickly if you have an unexpected visitor.
Furniture
If baskets and crates don't thrill you, you can always make space in your existing furniture or resort to more original solutions. Various pieces of furniture offer storage space that's invisible at first glance. Examples include chests, coffee tables, benches or stools with covers.
I've personally already made my choice, all our Duplos will soon be stored in the basket from Bloomingville. This way, they'll have their defined place next to the sofa and be within easy reach. It's your turn to tell us about your techniques in the comments, tell us how you manage not to get overwhelmed by your kids' toys.
I’m the cook, cleaner, police officer, nurse, entertainer, motivator, author, storyteller, coach, organiser, chauffeur, lawyer and judge. To put it simply, I’m a mum to a daughter and not just a (Content) Manager at the office but also at home.
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