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Keeping toys tidy is no child’s play. Which is why you need to think outside the box when organizing them. These ingenious toy organization ideas are going to get your mind’s wheels rolling so you can end toy chaos for good.
The universe has an unspoken law. No matter how hard you try to tidy up toys, they always turn up where they’re not supposed to.
In the cracks of your couch, on the bed, under your slipper on the carpet – every place is fair game.
As much as they are a source of joy, toys really are the bane of all home organization efforts.
Any toy organization system needs have a sustainable strategy. It should not only help keep toys in order, it should actually make it easier (even fun) to clean up.
After researching methods and trying various things, I’ve found the best toy organization ideas from all over the internet.
You can actually get the kids involved in most of these and have fun while clearing up too!
Use Acrylic Magazine Holders for Barbies and Action Figures
Love how simple and cute this hack is. These clear magazine holders from Amazon will be perfect for this.
Wall Basket Holder for Stuffed Animals
Simple wicker baskets hooked up to any door or wall. Charming and pretty!
Magnetic Knife Strips for Hot Wheels and Metallic Toys
How cute is this! Kids would have a blast sticking their wheels back on this magnetic strip.
Hanging Shelves for Monster Trucks
Hanging shelves are a great hack to store bigger trucks and vehicles.
Large Wicker Chest for the Living Room
Nothing like a classic toy chest. This elegant wicker one can hide toys in plain sight in the bathroom.
Wicker Baskets on Shelves
Wicker baskets in shelves and cabinets are the best, most versatile way to stash toys away in the living room.
You can place them on lower shelves so kids can easily access them and put things
Shoe Organizer for Action Figures & Barbies
Super snug and cute way to stash your action figures – a shoe organizer, who would’ve thought!
Toy Hammock
A toy hammock is one of those toy organization ideas that doubles up as a design accent too.
Wire Baskets for Larger Toys
Ottoman/Bench with Storage for Less Living Room Mess
A bench or ottoman with built in storage is another great way to store toys with easy access.
When playtime on the carpet is over, kids can simple open it up and keep the toys back themselves.
Coffee Table Hidden Toy Storage
Works the same way as any hidden living room storage.
This classic wooden one from amazon has a lift top design. Or you could check out this farmhouse style table with a lift top with a lot of storage and an open shelf.
Under Sofa Cubby Toy Storage
Window Bench Storage
Another lovely storage idea is to install drawers under a window bench.
Easy to access for kids and looks super cute.
Behind Sofa Storage
Tall and slim wicker baskets are great to hide behind your sofa for extra storage for toys.
Baskets on Grid Shelves
Clear Bins on Shelves
Clear large bins are always a great idea because you can see what’s inside them and categorize and label different kinds of toys.
Pull Out Drawer Trolley for Smaller Toys
A mesh drawer organizer cart is a nifty spot to store smaller toys without taking up too much space.
