25 Clever And Functional Toy Storage Ideas

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Anyone who’s ever stepped on a tiny LEGO piece can appreciate the benefit of keeping toys organized. Leaving playtime items strewn about is a potential hazard for delicate feet — and visual clutter that can cause undue stress. Toys left lying around are more likely to experience premature wear and tear, and smaller items might end up lost, never to be seen again.

Whether you’re blessed with a spacious playroom, or you need to stow toys in a cramped, multi-purpose space, read on to discover our favorite toy storage ideas to suit a variety of needs.

Toy Baskets

Dump everything in a basket. What’s easier than that? Slide them into cubbyhole furniture and keep the mess hidden from view. When it’s time for grownups to use the space, it’ll be clear of kid-related clutter.

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If you have the closet space, this adorable basket-based kid station is a wonderful idea. I’m particularly fond of the dress-up baskets. How cute!

Easy to Access Cubbies

Cubbyhole furniture is great for storing toys, and it’s easy to find this type of storage piece at a variety of price points. A unit with clear bins allows kids to easily spot toys when it’s playtime. Or try an open shelving configuration and display toys like artwork, turning them into decor pieces. Combine book storage with clearly labeled bins for a versatile all-in-one kid-friendly unit.

Under The Table Toy Storage Ideas

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This space combines neat and tidy wall shelving with clever under-the-table bins for LEGO pieces. The area is kid-friendly but cozy enough for adults to hang around, too. Bins are clearly labeled and easy to slide out, but you might not notice it’s a toy station unless you looked closely.

Sliding Buckets

sliding bin toy storage

This sliding bucket system is great for storing larger toys, and the wooden unit that houses the bins also doubles as shelving. It’s a cute recreation station for kids that keeps everything in one place.

Cute And Understated Toy Storage Ideas

This charming room is an excellent example of what to do in a space for younger children who may not yet have a hoard of toys. The rustic wooden shelving hosts a collection of books, and the labeled baskets house a selection of toys.

Hammock For Stuffies

Go upward when searching for storage space for stuffed animals. These wall anchored hammocks are the cutest little spots for stuffies to hang.

Simple Fabric Storage Bins

Fabric bins are excellent toy storage ideas. They’re low cost, available in a variety of colors, shapes, and patterns, and they’re lightweight enough to tote from room to room. Most fabric bins are machine-washable, too. It’s super easy to toss toys inside so end-of-day cleanup is quick.

Storage Pouch

kids playing with legos on play mat

Check out this neat toy storage idea. If your child loves playing with LEGOs or other toys made up of small pieces, this will keep everything in one place. When kids are done playing, simply pull up the pouch and put it away.

Hang Toys From The Ceiling

Use the ceiling to hang stuffed animals and keep them off the bed. It’s not only a great storage solution. The vertically hung stuffies look like another piece of room decor. If you don’t like the idea of hanging the toys on a simple string, try something different like arranging them in planters or hanging baskets.

Use a Lofted Bed 

Give older kids extra storage room by installing a loft bed. You’ll free up ample floor space for all sorts of storage. This wooden structure features plenty of bins for toys, and there’s even a basketball hoop attached.

Under The Bed Storage

Utilizing space down under is the classic way to store toys when you’re short on room. Open bins like these make it easy for kids to clean up after play.

Personalized Chest

How adorable is this personality toy chest? Why not try to DIY? Add padding to the top and turn it into a sitting area for a child who loves to read. You don’t have to stuff it with toys. Store books inside. Not all bedrooms have enough wall space for shelving.

Living Room Coffee Table With Storage

Not everyone has the space or budget for a separate playroom area, so frequently, the living room becomes the family hub where children play. Keep toys out of the way with a storage coffee table.

Inside The Cupboard

If all the space you have is inside a cupboard, use inexpensive bins like these to keep everything organized and prevent mix-ups.

“Parking” Spaces For Toy Cars

Check out this super simple but ultra-smart toy vehicle storage spot that features parking space decals. It’s way more fun than a boring bin, and kids can incorporate it in their play.

Use Labels For Little Pieces

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Labels are my favorite thing. They’re especially useful for storing different LEGO collections.

Wall Shelving For Kids Books

This cute little library is the perfect way to display your child’s book collection. It almost looks like sculpture!

Open Bin Furniture Piece

A big open bin makes it easy for kids to put away toys at the end of playtime.

Inexpensive Wooden Crates

If you’re on a tight budget and need a cheap storage idea, use wooden crates to stow toys. They’re durable, stackable, and you can add decals or paint them.

Lego Table With Storage

This cool LEGO play table keeps pieces all in one spot. Pieces are within easy reach for eager builders, and there’s less risk of stepping on wayward pieces when everything is happening on the tabletop.

Drawers Under A Window Seat

Hidden storage is the best storage! You wouldn’t even know there’s a bunch of toys under that cozy seat. It’s a spot for caregiver and child to read stories and bond.

Low-Cost Storage Unit

You won’t have trouble finding one of these inexpensive plastic bins online or at a local home goods store.

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Amp it up by adding decals, or paint it to feature your child’s favorite characters.

Create A Lego Minifigure Display

Check out this shelving unit for minifigs. It fits up to 150 of the little guys and is cheap and easy to DIY.

Turn Any Dresser Into Toy Storage

A dresser isn’t just for clothes.

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One with horizontally opening doors can serve as a spot for toy storage if you’re short on space elsewhere.

Store Toys And Books On A Bookshelf

Use a bookshelf with decorative accents to store both toys and books. At a young age, most kids don’t have enough books to fill up a whole shelf, so use the empty space for all kinds of toys, instead.

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