Is your house being taken over by your little one’s toys? We’ve all been there. Learning how to organize stuffed animals requires a lot of patience and figuring out space-saving solutions.
Although keeping a home neat and tidy with children seems like an impossible task, you can tame the plush toys chaos as long as you implement the following creative storage ideas.
Why organize stuffed animals, anyway?
Have you seen the video of a man mopping the ocean? That's just how it feels cleaning and organizing with little kids, like a pointless chore. You haven't finished putting away their toys in storage boxes when there's already a mess on the floor.
However, creating a clutter-free room with perfect storage solutions provides a lot of benefits for you and your little one:
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More floor space
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Easier access to stuffed animal toys
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Make cleanup easy for everyone
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Restore the order in your home
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Teach order and independence to your kid
1. Baskets and bins: simple yet stylish
Woven baskets
Baskets are one of the best toy storage solutions because you can just simply toss the plushies until it fills up. Additionally, they are great because they come in different colors and sizes, so they can match your room's décor.
Fabric bins
Fabric bins are perfect for your little one's bedroom because they are lightweight, foldable and come in all sorts of designs. And since they're soft, they're safe for little kids to handle themselves.
Wooden crates
If you're looking for a rustic or vintage vibe, you can repurpose wooden crates to store plushies. They're perfect for long-term storage, as they won't get damaged over time. You can even customize them and add wheels for easier mobility.
2. Hanging storage: huge space saver
Stuffed animal hammocks
Those stuffed animal hammocks have been very popular recently, as they add a touch of personality and joy to the bedroom. It's a genius idea for displaying plushies and for freeing up floor space.
Also, it will be fun for your little one to put their plush friends to "sleep" in their hammock whenever it's time to organize.
Over-the-door organizers
The back of the door is a place we often overlook but that could give us extra storage space, particularly if the room is small.
Look for over-the-door organizers with clear pockets, and ensure they're at the right height for your kid to put their favorite small plushies in an accessible storage.
Wall-mounted displays
If you're feeling a bit creative, you can use wall hooks, wall-mounted buckets, or wall-mounted hook racks as an additional storage solution.
Arrange them at different heights and hang storage bins or baskets so your kid can put their stuffed animals there.
3. Shelving solutions: display and organize
Cubby shelves
Cubby shelves are a lifesaver. It is the best-stuffed animal storage system as it can work for organizing and displaying other toys and books.
Your kid can put a plush toy in each compartment and make it seem like each cubby is their little house. You can also display the cubby shelves vertically or horizontally depending on your available space.
Bookshelf integration
Mixing books with stuffed animals? It seems like a great idea to me. Besides adding personality to your bookshelf, it also encourages the love for reading.
Put the plushies along some children's books in one of the rows, and enjoy that small and cute touch to your library.
Floating shelves
For a more modern look, you can opt for floating shelves. Stagger them on the wall and place some plushies on each. You can mix them with books or other toys to take advantage of the additional storage space.
4. Multifunctional furniture: when storage meets style
Toy chests and benches
A classic toy chest is a great option for those bigger stuffed animals that don't seem to fit anywhere. Additionally, they add extra seating to the room and they are a plus because they hide all the mess inside. Opt for those that have a safety hinge to protect tiny fingers.
Storage ottomans
In case your kid's plushies are taking over the living room too, a storage ottoman is a clever solution as it will hide all the clutter and provide a cozy spot to sit. Your guests won't even know what mess lies in there.
Match it with your decor and make it seem like a little secret compartment for your kids, perhaps it will encourage them to keep the living room clean.
Underbed drawers
If you don't know how to organize stuffed animals in the bedroom, the space under the bed is perfect for storage as it's accessible and out of sight. Measure the space and buy baskets or storage bags to put away those "occasional toys".
5. Creative diy solutions: add a personal touch
No-sew fabric hammocks
Making your own fabric hammock is quite easy. If you're feeling crafty, just grab a fabric that matches the room decoration, some hooks, and a rope, and that's it. It will be a unique storage solution for your kid's stuffed toys.
Stuffed animal "Zoo"
If you're looking for creative stuffed animal storage ideas, you have to consider building a zoo. You can use wooden dowels and bungee cords to create a fun enclosure for the animal plushies.
Repurposed items
In case you're on a budget, you can repurpose items you have in your home. Who knows, perhaps you already have the perfect storage solution.
Milk crates, bookshelves, ladders, and even hanging planters can be transformed with a bit of inspiration and imagination. You'll end up with a one-of-a-kind piece.
Wrapping it up
Children come to our lives to fill it with love and chaos, especially chaos. But you can turn the mess into something beautiful by implementing any of the stuffed animal storage solutions we mentioned.
Also, regularly go through the stuffed animals collection and donate those that are no longer in use to free up more space.
Make sure to include your little one in the task by organizing the plushies in their designated storage space. This way you make tidying up a fun activity.
So, let's grab your storage baskets and turn clutter into charm together.
