For those with small children, you know the struggle of constantly picking up toys that get tossed around the house. I usually have my oldest son pick up his stuff and put it in his room. He has some storage cubes and he knows where he’s supposed to put his toys. I want to do the same with my youngest. But finding good-quality storage solutions that can survive toddlerhood can be tricky. Thankfully, Kaikai & Ash saved my day!
I was browsing on Amazon for items that might add a global element to my youngest son’s nursery. He’s starting to play with toys a little bit and I’ve been hoping to find something fun to separate his baby toys from the rest of the toys. That’s when I came across kaikai & ash Kids Canvas Toy Storage Bins that feature cities from around the world. I contacted them and they send me 4 toy storage cubes to review. (Contains affiliate links.)
As soon as I took the first one out of the bag, I realized how much sturdier they were than the ones we had in our basement and in my oldest son’s room. This was fantastic news because the ones in my 3-year-old’s room are already misshapen and partially collapsed because we tend to overfill them. The Kaikai & Ash storage cubes also fold completely flat and because of their weight, they stay flat.
They were also BIGGER. The cubes measure 13″ x 13″ x 13″ and they fit perfectly in our IKEA shelves (which is essential, as we have them in practically every room.) This also means I’ve been able to put more toys/clothes/blankets in them than other cubes, which keeps more clutter off our floors.
The felt detail on the front is also well-constructed. They are sewn on and seem like they will stay awhile. Plus the designs are even more adorable in person. I had a hard time choosing because the colors are also so bright and playful. And I like that they are gender-neutral, which is not always the case when looking for children’s room decor.
In the past, I’ve paid $5-$10 for cubes from IKEA, Target and Big Lots (the ones that are slowly falling apart.) Amazon sells these cubes for $18.95. That’s a big price difference. But the quality is superb. If you’re looking for toy storage that will last (as well as being used as a train/boat, building blocks, etc) I’d highly recommend these.
I wouldn’t even limit these Kaikai & Ash storage cubes for just toys. My plan is to transition our guest bedroom into a travel-theme using elements from the nursery. I will definitely incorporate them because they don’t look too babyish/kiddish. These storage cubes will be great for holding bath towels and extra sheets. They would also make a great base for a gift basket about travel-items or for a bridal shower with the honeymoon destination. I might also transition some to hold our travel items (noise-canceling headphones, battery chargers for phone, the latest Liane Moriarty novel, etc) so I can always find them before a flight.
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Johnny
Thursday 9th of March 2017
Wow! I'm absolutely flattered. I hate to post because it might come across commercial. But honestly, I'm so appreciative of everyone's comments that I just had to say THANK YOU. You guys inspire us to keep designing more, and more Cities are coming indeed - San Francisco, LA, Chicago, Miami, Athens, Bangkok, Jerusalem, Berlin, and more. Have a great day everyone. And Marcie! You Rock!! Keep on chugging and traveling with that handsome little man in tow.
Heather
Thursday 2nd of March 2017
These would be great in our playroom. And your baby is ADORABLE!!
Marcie in Mommyland
Wednesday 8th of March 2017
They are perfect for playrooms. And Thanks!
Rachel
Wednesday 1st of March 2017
I love storage cubes! They're perfect for everything really. These ones are so cute too.
Marcie in Mommyland
Wednesday 8th of March 2017
And they fit a lot of stuff! It's the only way I feel organized!
Krystal // The Krystal Diaries
Wednesday 1st of March 2017
Those storage bins are so cute. I don't have any kids but I want them for myself!
Marcie in Mommyland
Wednesday 8th of March 2017
I would have gotten them regardless of kids! Such a fun way to store stuff!
Mylee
Wednesday 1st of March 2017
Love these! My youngest is 8 and always talked about traveling to all these places! I think I'm going to order these for her and glad that they would fit in her IKEA shelves! Thanks so much for sharing! Love the pic with your little cutie in it!
Marcie in Mommyland
Wednesday 8th of March 2017
She'll love them! Plus, they are sophisticated enough to "grow" with her into her tween and teen years.