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Whether you’ve moved into a new home, welcomed a new family member, or simply want to create a fun space for your child, closet space is something I’ve learned never to underestimate. Living in a smaller home taught me how to make the most of every space. Once you add kids to the mix, you quickly realize just how important organization also becomes.
Over time, I’ve transformed spaces in ways I never imagined—turning a bedroom into a home gym, a coat closet into an office, an office into a spare bedroom, and even a closet into a cozy kids’ corner. I love recreating spaces to make them as functional as possible.
Here’s how I upgraded my child’s closet.
Clean out the space. First thing I did was clear out the space, in this instance, the closet. This included tossing or donating things we no longer used. This also gave me a chance to start organizing the things I wanted to put in the space. Once the space was clear, it created a blank canvas that helped me visualize where to put things.
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Use all the space. Having vaulted ceilings in the past taught me how to utilize the vertical space. Of course, you cannot change the dimensions of the room or space you have, but in order to utilize it to the fullest, don’t forget to use the space upwards. You can also use shelves to hold even more. This particular closet had a nice built in tall book shelf that made this fairly easy. I also used the back of the closet for educational posters.
Grouping. Deciding the general location of items as zones is what I did next. Currently in this closet, one side is utilized as an actual closet, while the other side is for play. That side is a little smaller, so I used the larger and taller side of the closet to create a fun space. Within the closet, I set up an educational space, a play area, and a section for the actual closet.
LINKS:
- pink rolling utility cart
- Disney princess dress up trunk
- princess busy book
- tea party set
- Baby Gund elephant
- binoculars
- Julia Rothman Collection books
- Meslissa and Doug dress up shoes
- Kokodi talking books
- Hadley Designs posters
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Extra Storage. Once I figured out what I was going to put in the closet, I realized some extra storage bins might come in handy. I absolutely love using baskets or storage bins to help keep things more organized. Although in this space, I have shelves, its nice to have storage baskets to keep items contained, and creates an easier clean up.
Moveable storage is also great. This pink cart was once used as a diaper cart, part of a craft station, and now it holds toys that my child can access. I love having items that can be multi-functional.
Use the doors. I always consider the doors. I absolutely love door organizers and have used them in the past. I have also completely removed doors from a closet to create more space. When I made a closet into an office space, I removed sliding doors completely. This time, because I was creating a multipurpose closet, I wanted to ensure the doors could be open or closed.
The last thing I did was added some fun touches. The posters were great decor as well as being fun and educational, taking up minimal space. I also like to keep toys in this area to encourage independent play. I strongly considered what I wanted my child to have immediate access to, like books on the bottom of the bookshelf. Other items—like extra diapers, out-of-season clothes, and additional blankets or pillows—are stored in bins higher up to keep the space organized and clutter-free. Transforming my child’s closet not only created a fun and inviting space, but also maintained a sense of order and functionality.
