My kids closets are awful….like embarrassing. It’s my fault because I have never given them anything to keep them clean and organized. They have turned into collect-alls.
So there it is….nice huh!
I spent 2 hours picking up before I started on the organization…ugh! I saw rolling crates at IKEA that were perfect but pretty pricey. I was pretty sure I could make them for almost nothing…..to work I went!
I started with MDF scraps that I had lying around the garage (probably from previous mess-ups;)
I cut 1×4’s for the front and back of the crates (I measured his closet and cut the wood to fit two crates).
To build, I just predrilled the bottom (MDF) to the sides (MDF) and secured with Gorilla Glue wood glue and wood screws.
Next, I just placed 4 1×4’s on each side to form the front and back of the crates. I used Gorilla Glue wood glue and my battery nailer.
I wanted the crate to roll so the boys can get them out of the closet easy so I bought these casters from Wal-Mart and screwed them to the bottom corners of the crate.
Had it been up to me I would have chosen a fun way to finish these but….my son wanted his favorite color so blue spray paint it was;)
It needed a pull so I used this nifty drill bit to drill two holes in the center.
I used 4ply jute for the pulls and secured them with knots on the inside of the crate.
I was lazy and didn’t paint the inside because it will be full of toys and inside the closet;)
It’s a hit with Miss Tenley….let’s just hope it is a good start to organization!!!!!
Well, I’m off to dig through scraps and build more crates! I’ll be back later to share the cushions I found for my chairs🙂 Have a great Friday!!!!
~Ashley
Hey! good job in a friendly budget.
ohgoodgolly…supercute!
I think this would be a great idea for a laundry bin too. Hidden under their worktable…maybe the clothing would finally stay off the floor!
I found you through TCB…cheers!
Looks lovely, you did a great job. Love the pic with Ms. Tenley.
And here I was thinking I was the only one whose kids closets looked like that! What a really cute idea. Love it!
Jeanine
Miss Tenley is adorable! Great toy storage idea.
Dropping by from Met Monday. I hope you’ll come see the safari nursery.
Allison
Atticmag
Cute that littel girl BE any cuter?!? Love those cheeks 🙂 Oh, and the crate is nice too!
Great idea. I could use a dozen of these around my house and garage! I am featuring this at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com tonight.
I love that its on casters and the blue is great. Well done.
Thank you so much:)
I use similar rolling carts and bins for my daughter’s toys and book. They look a lot nicer when they’re floating around my living room too!
I had that in mind when I made these;) Hopefully they will be tolerable!!!
I’m a newbie to your site. Loved this idea! I think I need to make one(or a few) to fit my shoes which could slide under my bed. Thanks for the great idea! :o)
Great idea Debbi!!! Thanks for stopping by!
That crate turned out great! Such a good idea adding the wheels. I love seeing all your projects you’re constantly working on!
Wow looks great!! I’m putting that on my to do list! I don’t have any kids but I know I could put it to good use. Your baby is adorable 🙂
Thank you so much Pamela! I kind of want some for my own closet now;)
Love this idea.
Thanks Comeca:)
Love the baby in the box! Those handles should be great for giving her a ride 😉
LOL! Thank you Korrie:)
The toy crates look great! But I get tired just seeing all you build….with a baby…..you are amazing!
Thanks so much! Nap time is the best time for building:))