Living in a small space, we've had to get creative with play time. There is no toy room or even toy corner for that matter in our home. Every toy either has to be incorporated into our adult furnishings or have the ability to be stored in the few nooks and crannies that we possess. Here are ten clever ideas I've discovered that allow your child to play in a big way without sacrificing space.

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Rolling Rattan Basket

• $195 (sm), $275 (lg)
• C.S. Post & Co.

Not a budget option for toy storage, but certainly a beautiful one, especially if you have a collection of toys in your living room you'd like grownup storage for.

See Thru Storage Bins
• $88
• Toys R Us

I usually look for toy storage that hides toys from sight, but there's something to be said for these connected bins which have clear fronts and backs for better visibility. It also gets points for being on casters. Made by KidKraft.

Woven Felt Baskets
• $29-59 (4 sizes)
• West Elm

West Elm had a version of these baskets last year which I thought made for nice toy storage anywhere in the home (especially the living room where you might want something mature looking). They're back this year in a variety of sizes and with a woven texture.

Mixed Fruit Storage Case Set
• $33/set
• Rosenberry Rooms

I recently bought my son a small cardboard suitcase and he's been gleefully filling it with his treasures and carrying it around the house. This similar set of fruit storage cases is cheerful and can be used for storage, decor or in imaginary play.

Mebby Bath Toy Storage
• $24.99
• Magic Beans

Bath toys can multiply like loaves and fishes. Not only do they need to be stored, they need to be drained. This clever holder, with an inner and outer bucket is functional and attractive enough for the family bathroom.

Riff Chest by Drift Studio
• $599
• Modern Seed

This storage chest has a modern, industrial feel to it and I love that it's on casters. I'm partial to the NY version, but it also comes in dahlia, bicycle and leaf patterns.

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