Top hacks for Organising Toys:
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1. Ikea Kallax storage
Add Ikea Kallax storage unit(s):
- Use for larger toys and games
- Label each container by toy type
- Use a photo label to help kids keep their own stuff tidy
- Use new box dividers if necessary to keep categories separate
- Create additional storage and add on top of other cabinets (secure to the wall)
2. Sort by Colour
Divide toys or games items by colour:
- Humans are very visual, categorising by colour is a great way for any child or adult to find something.
- Use with clear containers or jars
- Works well with books, games, books, lego, clothes and craftstoys
3. Use a trolley
Create flexible storage:
- Compact, fun and easy to move around
- Easy for kids to see what they have
- Store items upright where you can
4. Hang stuff up
Make more space using vertical storage:
- Get creative
- Use backs of doors, walls and ceilings
5. Zone the room
Divide playroom into areas (do this even if you don’t have much space):
- Stand back and look at the activities your child or teenager does now
- Categorise and put similar things together
- Then match the storage to each of these
You might want to consider zones for
Dress up
Desk for homework
Messy play
Lego or Duplex
Boardgames
Books
Large toys
Desk for homework
Messy play
Lego or Duplex
Boardgames
Books
Large toys
Collectables
Soft toys