Kallax Hack: How To Keep Toys Organized With the Kallax Unit

How to use the Ikea kallax hack cubbies to store and organize toys! This is the best Ikea Kallax hack with beautiful doors and overlays. Not a toy in sight!

ikea kallax hack with doors and overlays. Adding doors to the kallax unite

Today I’m sharing a first glimpse into my new home! Starting with Sophia’s current playroom and how we are keeping things organized with my Ikea Kallax Hack.

I’m also sharing some tips that helps me keep the ever growing toys under control. We moved just over  a month ago and we love the new home so far.

Ikea kallax with doors

Now, this space is really our dinning room. Once our dinning room furniture arrives, I will be moving most of her toys to her room.

If you love Ikea Hacks and decorating on a budget don’t forget to check out my Ikea Malm Dresser Hack, the Ikea Vittsjo Coffee Table Hack and the Ikea Farlov Sofa Review for more ideas!

Here are some of the tips and tricks that I use to keep Sophia’s toys organized:

Pink Chairs | Table | Toy Storage Unit: Ikea (similar here) | Ballerina Watercolor | Tea Set | Faux Peonies | Letters: Hobby Lobby|

There is so much space for the girls and even for the adults! Most of the spaces are still unfinished, there are boxes still left to unpack and paper shades on windows. But I don’t care, cause look at those floors and the light in this home!?!

One of my goals this year is to be more organized. Now that we are settling into the new home and have so much more space than before, I really wanted make sure that I’m more organized. Keeping things organized just makes our day to day so much easier.

My first thing on my to do list was Sophia’s toys. In the old apartment they were quickly becoming a problem. You may remember my Ikea Kallax Hack, this is my favorite storage unit for toys.

Ikea toy storage organizer bins

Ikea Kallax With Doors – Toy bin organizer

This is a must have. Having a toy bin organizer of some sorts really helps keep toys in one place and preferably hidden.

You can use something like my Kallax unit, an armoire or a toy chest. Let’s be honest, not every day you will have the time to put toys away in an organized manner, so at least they are hidden 😬. Baskets with lids work as well!

playroom with kids table and chairs

Use matching Storage

I had mismatched baskets here before, but with these new matching baskets from HomeGoods, it looks so much better! Also, opt for see through baskets so kids can see exactly what is inside without dumping all on the floor.

Its better to try keep the baskets half full. Once they start to get out of control I go through all the toys to select which ones she is playing with the most. I put the rest of it away.

Ikea Kallax cube with doors
Before

I like storage with doors, so when you put stuff away, it is really out sight! Using simple matching baskets from HomeGoods to organize her toys in the Kallax unit. Also,  keep a basket with diapers and wipes for easy access during playtime.

kallax cube, How to organize toys and books in bins,
After: matching pink baskets from HomeGoods

Rotate toys often

The number one thing to do to keep toys organized is to downsize. Kids do not need hundreds of toys at the same time, so go ahead and put some away that your child hasn’t touched in a while.

I usually store half of Sophias toys in a toy chest in her room. The bonus part is that when she sees the old toy again it’s like a brand new toy! I leave her favorite books and stuffed animals, and other toys she currently plays with.

Every couple of months I go through the toys and donate what she hasn’t played with. Remember, less is more in this case!

toy storage ikea kallax cube, how to organize toys and keep it out of sight

Desk Organization:

Another area I wanted to organize was my desk, though my office is far from done, I still wanted to try to have an inspiring desk. Additionally, one of my resolutions this year is to write more and nothing better than a cute desk to inspire some thoughts!!

home office desk organization


I found the perfect pin board at HomeGoods for my vision board. I love displaying my favorite quotes and pictures. A cute mug and a little trinket box keep my knick knacks in order.

I also found this #adulting sign there, don’t you love HomeGoods? I always find the best things there!

Desk organization, Chanel pink book
desk organization
Chanel coffee table book

Thank you so much for stoping by and please make sure to visit my lovely friends below for more tips on how to stay organized!

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With Love, 
Ceres

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17 Comments

  1. January 29, 2018 / 8:48 am

    Your daughter’s playroom looks adorable! I love how you organized it! Your desk is also lovely!! Great job, so inspiring!

    • Ceres
      Author
      January 29, 2018 / 2:02 pm

      Thank you Amy! Canโ€™t wait to check your pantry, need some serious help! ๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ˜˜

  2. Kristy Wicks
    January 29, 2018 / 12:25 pm

    Such a gorgeous space Ceres! Love all the blushes and neutrals (my fave colors). You really have an eye for design. I also love the new things you added for organizing… so great! Xx

    • Ceres
      Author
      January 29, 2018 / 2:02 pm

      Thank you Kristy!!

  3. January 29, 2018 / 12:46 pm

    Ceres this looks amazing! And Sophia is adorable. ๐Ÿ™‚

    • Ceres
      Author
      January 29, 2018 / 2:03 pm

      Thank you doll!!

  4. January 29, 2018 / 4:46 pm

    OK everything looks absolutely perfectโ€ฆ Just gorgeous! Sophia is so lucky to have such a beautiful play room and you are so lucky to have such a beautiful office area! Great job my friend! Xoxo

  5. January 29, 2018 / 11:59 pm

    love your pics! So warm and inviting. Oh,and your organization tips are spot on!

  6. January 30, 2018 / 5:52 pm

    So beautiful, Love every little thing, and such a CUTE baby! (super model)

  7. January 30, 2018 / 10:32 pm

    This is such a beautiful room. Love the soft palette and your daughter is so adorable!

  8. February 5, 2018 / 2:01 pm

    I love this room! All that pink really is a dream Ceres!! Lovely post!

  9. Dalila
    June 12, 2018 / 3:08 pm

    Hi, such a gorgeous playroom! Where are the mini dollhouses from?

    • Ceres
      Author
      June 12, 2018 / 8:33 pm

      Hi Dalila! Thank you! They are from Michaelโ€™s, I painted them ๐Ÿ˜˜

      • Dalila
        June 14, 2018 / 8:51 am

        Wow – you did an amazing job! The storage unit and your decor are such an inspiration. Thank you for the response ๐Ÿค—

        • Ceres
          Author
          June 14, 2018 / 9:40 am

          You are welcome babes! ๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ’•

  10. Kristen Jones
    July 16, 2018 / 6:37 pm

    Love all of this!! I have a Kallax that I use for the same purpose, but where did you get those glam doors to cover the shelves??

    • Ceres
      Author
      July 16, 2018 / 10:30 pm

      Hi Kristen!! I have a tutorial on how to glam it up the Kallax unit. Itโ€™s a couple post behind, I explain everything ๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ’“

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