Home / Home / Home Shopping Guides 20 stylish storage solutions for all your kids’ toys & books Igisheva Maria/Shutterstock Declutter in the most painless way possible. By Jennifer LaBracio and Sara Goldstein Updated January 7, 2025 Igisheva Maria/Shutterstock Rectangle We independently select and share the products we love—and may receive a commission if you choose to buy. Sara Goldstein and Emily Glover also contributed to this post. We’ve KonMaried. We’ve arranged our books in rainbow order and adopted clear bins for storing all the things per The Home Edit. We’ve bagged hand-me-downs and mustered the energy to declutter all the things. We know we’re not alone with our urges to redecorate and restyle our entire home. But one never-ending quest? Toy storage that’s stylish, functional and easy for kids to actually use. (After all, it’s not just your job to clean up, my friend.) Related: 15 best Montessori shelves to encourage play and discourage clutter–a winning combo! Honestly, why didn’t anyone tell us that along with having kids, you’d also acquire SO. MUCH. STUFF?! Tackling your kids’ clutter is no easy feat. That’s why we’re big fans of toy minimalism whenever possible, but sometimes you just need a place to hide the blocks and all of those teeny, tiny figurines. We hear you. Here are 20 of our favorite stylish kids’ toy storage solutions to help you get organized in no time, from Montessori shelves that keep things neat and tidy to the perfect way to corral all those LEGOs! Yamazaki Kids Parking Garage • $75 If you’ve got a Hot Wheels or Thomas fanatic, this storage turned play shelf is a must-have. The marked spaces make it easy (and fun!) to keep organized while the bottom shelf offers a place to zoom, race and crash their mobiles. SHOP YAMAZAKI SHOP AMAZON Pillowfort Natural Wood Kids' Storage with Lid • $25 These wood and fabric storage bins from Target are one of our recent favorite finds. They’re sturdy and stylish with an attached lid that keeps all of our kids’ random detritus completely out of sight. The cutout handle makes them easy to move around and they even come in a larger size for more substantial storage. SHOP TARGET MiniOwls Bin Organizing Bags • $15.99 We love a good bin, but oftentimes they can turn into a pit of despair. Instead of letting your good intentions go to waste, organize the contents with these clever bags. They’re designed to fit perfectly inside Ikea cube bins and since they’re clear, no digging for the very special truck that someone needs RIGHT NOW. What’s more, they make it super simple to take toys on the go! SHOP AMAZON Mustard Made Modern Lockers • $329 We are over the moon for the so-stylish-it-hurts locker-chic furniture from the sister-owned Mustard Made. Their fully functional lockers come in several styles and a rainbow of gorgeous colors to make baby and kid storage tres chic. In fact, they’re so cool, you may want them in every room of the house. SHOP MUSTARD MADE Martha Stewart Living and Learning Kids' Corner Nook • $349.95 Stylish storage that doubles as a cozy place to read? Yes please. Stash toys in the included bins and stack books on the open shelves. Toss a few pillows on top and it’s easy to see why it’s a favorite spot to post up! SHOP AMAZON Pottery Barn Kids west elm x pbk mid century toy box • $399 With it’s retro mid-century aesthetic and real (responsibly-sourced) wood construction, this is a truly timeless investment piece that lasts. Since it’s designed with kids (and their fingers!) in mind, the hinged lid closes slowly and smoothly and locks into position when fully opened. SHOP POTTERY BARN KIDS Humble Crew Kids book rack storage shelf • $25.70 Highly-rated, simple and at a price that can’t be beat, this simple fabric bookshelf keeps their current favorites on display and easy to grab. SHOP AMAZON The Heartland Wood Co Rustic ledge shelf • $29 These custom, handmade wall shelves add the perfect touch of Joanna Gaines to any space. And they’re also a great way to maximize space by getting books off the floor and onto the wall. SHOP ETSY Lorena Canals Zoco Basket • $69 If you have to organize your life, you may as well have fun while doing it! We love the combo of natural elements and a pop of color that these braided cotton baskets bring to any space. They even collapse when not in use. SHOP LORENA CANALS Pehr Designs Pom Pom Bin • $33 I dare you to not love these pom pom bins. Sewn by hand, these cotton canvas bins come in a huge variety of colors and sizes, and add just the right amount of whimsy to your nursery or playroom. SHOP AMAZON SHOP PEHR SONGMICS Bookshelf and storage • $72.99 The minimalist, simple style of this book display will compliment (and declutter) any reading nook. And as a bonus, the low profile will encourage your little ones to help themselves to their favorite story. Plus, it’s on wheels! SHOP AMAZON Pillowfort Wood toy storage • $19.99 Stackable shelving is one of our favorite organization hacks; bins customize perfectly to any space, making it easy to go as high or as wide as you need. These natural wood bins are some of our favorites both for their look and their function. SHOP TARGET Pillowfort Modern three shelf bookcase • $145 We are swooning over the simple, modern look of this low-profile bookcase. It features shelves that are perfect for books and a built-in storage bin that’s great for stowing toys. And, at just 38 inches tall, keeps things at arms reach for little readers. SHOP TARGET West Elm Mid-Century Toy Dump with Bookrack • $399 Is it weird that we want this bookcase for our room? Function meets (gorgeous, modern) style here big time with this multi-use stunner. There’s space for a curated collection of books on top while the deeper bottom shelf is ideal for games or stuffies. It’s a bit of an investment, but like we said, we may just steal it when our kids no longer need it. SHOP WEST ELM Ikea Trofast Storage • $99.99 As if we need another reason to love IKEA. This customizable storage solution works for just about anything that needs organizing, from toys, books to shoes and stuffed animals. You can choose your own finish, bin sizes, and bin colors, making it just the right fit for any space. (Note the bins are sold separately for a whopping $3 a piece.) SHOP IKEA Happy Woody Cloud Shelves-Set of 2 • $104 Look to the sky—not under your feet—for all your little one’s toys and knick-knacks. These handmade cloud shelves could not be cuter! SHOP AMAZON Pottery Barn Kids Giraffe Shaped Storage Basket • $149 Little ones can house small toys and books in this cute giraffe-shaped basket. We love that it’s a perfect size that won’t accumulate too many items, and that it doubles as decor. Seriously, storage has never been sweeter. SHOP POTTERY BARN KIDS Lovevery The Montessori Playshelf • $400.00 This Baltic birch shelf has it all – a clean, sleek appearance, a low profile for your child’s easy access, and even a hidden storage cubby in the back where you can easily store materials not currently displayed. Parents love this shelf for rotating their child’s toys to keep them engaged and learning. Of all Montessori shelves, this Lovevery play shelf comes highly recommended by parents. SHOP LOVEVERY Creative QT Creative QT SlideAway Toy Storage • $53.99 A LEGO free-for-all, but make it neat. We love these brilliant canvas totes that unfurl, giving kids a designated spot to build and create. When they’re done, just lift the edge and cinch the cord to contain the mess and neatly slide it all back inside. 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