Baby + Kids
20+ Stuffed Animal Storage Ideas to Organize Their Toys
Remember how valuable your favorite stuffed bear was when you were a kid? Your kids probably have their own prized possessions and taking care of them is important. When they’re not snuggling their favorite stuffed animal or toy, it needs the perfect storage spot—ideally not in the middle of the floor. Check out our top recommendations for stuffed animal storage.
1. Go With a Classic Solution
A toy chest is a timeless piece that can grow up with your child. Tuck it at the foot of their bed to store everything from their favorite big fluffy bear to extra bedding, or in their playroom for all their odds and ends. As they grow up, it can become storage for other items.
2. Keep It Soft
Ideal for babies and toddlers learning to walk, fabric baskets offer plenty of storage without sharp corners. Slide them onto a shelf to keep everything neat and organized.
3. Stash Them Under the Bed
For cribs or toddler beds without a lot of storage space underneath, slender under-bed bins are an ideal solution. They can fit in narrow spaces and fit plenty of soft, cozy stuffed animals. This is perfect for kiddos who have toys they don’t snuggle with on a regular basis.
4. Put Them On Display
Nothing says playtime quite like seeing all of your favorite toys on display. Arrange them along shelves and in cubbies so they’re always ready to go. This way, they also work as a bit of playroom decor.
5. Try Wall Hooks
While it may be a bit unconventional, a row of wall hooks can help you keep things organized and neat in their playroom. Stash extra stuffed animals in a soft canvas bag and hang it up to keep the floor open and tidy.
6. Make Room in their Closet
When playtime is over, tuck their extra stuffed animals away in a closet organizer. Soft-sided hanging organizers or drawers are perfect for little hands.
7. Use a Storage Ottoman
Stuffed animals don’t always stay in their designated child’s bedroom, so giving them a quick and easy storage spot in the living room is a wise idea. A storage ottoman is an ideal solution—hide away the mess at the end of the day and have a functional piece of furniture to use.
8. Hide Away in a Storage Bench
On a similar note, if your kids like to take their favorite stuffed animals on the go, an upholstered storage bench in your entryway is an ideal multipurpose piece. Bonus: It’s an easy spot to put on your shoes in the morning and keep their backpacks close at hand before dashing out the door.
9. Snuggle Up
Your toddler’s bed is likely a popular spot for their stuffed animals, so why not make sure they have designated spots for their favorites? Create a spot in between throw pillows or along the foot of the bed—teach your little ones that their bed is a safe spot for their favorite snuggly to establish the habit.
10. Be Playful
Don’t be afraid to designate an entire area to toys. If your kids have a play kitchen or another large play item they love, use it for stuffed animal storage whenever playtime is over.
11. Go Up
If your playroom or nursery is tight on space, keep things off the floor. Hanging baskets or a stuffed animal hammock from the ceiling will keep fluffy toys off the floor, perfect for when it’s time to clean up before bedtime.
12. Stick With a Theme
If you designed a kid’s room with a theme in mind, we’re looking at you for this solution! A giraffe-shaped wicker basket is ideal for a safari-themed room and ensures a whimsical thread throughout your child’s early years.
13. Hang a Wall Shelf
If you’re a parent of young children, you know how important it is to clear off the floor and keep things neat. Tidy up with a set of wall shelves where their favorite toys can sit up and out of the way.
14. Designate Dresser Drawers
A dresser is an essential piece in many rooms, especially in a nursery or kid’s room. Pick out a drawer to tuck away toys or let their stuffed animals sit along the top. Opt for a fun and colorful design to keep the playful spirit alive!
15. Changing It Up
Your baby’s nursery is such a special place and keeping it tidy is imperative. Add storage baskets to the bottom of their changing table so you can tuck away toys and stuffed animals when not in use.
16. Create Extra Storage Space
When tummy time is over and your baby goes down for a nap, having an easy place to put away their toys is a huge asset in the nursery. A crib with built-in drawers on the bottom will make the most of storage space and keep everything out of the way.
17. Give Everything a Home
For kiddos that have plenty of room to get creative, like in a play tent, teach them to use the space for stuffed animal storage when playtime is over. Making use of multipurpose spaces will help them learn the importance of tidying up.
18. Save Space
Kids’ rooms can be notoriously cluttered, so cutting down on the amount of space to make a mess can help keep things tidy. A narrow bookshelf where their most prized toys can sit is an ideal solution.
19. Get Creative!
Your kids’ toys have lives of their own in the eyes of your child. Why not incorporate that into your storage and organization? Seat their favorite stuffed animals along the top of the wardrobe or headboard like they’re “watching over” your little one, even when playtime is over.
20. Not Just for Shoes
While your creative juices are flowing, think about unconventional but practical stuffed animal storage solutions. A classic shoe organizer that hangs on your child’s closet door can give each stuffed animal a cozy cubby.
21. Build It In
Built-in storage is a go-to for anyone who loves saving space, and it shouldn’t just stop at the essentials. A bedframe with storage space built in will give you plenty of room to store their beloved toys and stuffed animals.
Whether you need inspiration for organizing a small nursery, you're making room for a homeschool room, or you’re just looking for new ideas for tidying up, we hope this selection of ideas helps you create a space you and your little ones love!
