Home Organization: Toy Box Troubles

Home organization is possible even when it come to toys-lots and lots of toys!  You just have to have the right tools and know what you should stay away from.  My advice is to stay away from the black hole-the toy box.  Or at least use it in the best way possible.  When it comes to toy boxes they usually end up turning into a dumping ground.  Throw everything in to clear the floor and suddenly everything is just a jumbled mess.  All the different toy parts are all mixed up, filter down to the bottom and your kids never dive back in to find what they want to play with.  They probably don’t even know what’s in there anymore anyway. 

If you already have a toy box and you at least want to get some use out of it, then try these ideas:

• First, make sure it has a safe lid that won’t come crashing down on heads and fingers.
• Store larger toys inside such as balls, bats & outdoor toys.  This could be stored out in the garage.
• Use it for shoe storage.
• Use it for extra bedding and blankets.
• Use it for bulky winter clothing such as snow suits, scarves and hats.
• Try storing out of season clothing.  Switch it out when the new season rolls around.
• Store clothing that your child still has to grow into.
• Store toys in individual bins with clear labels and then store the bins inside the toy box.

If you must use a toy box, use it to your best advantage for keeping your kids organized!

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