While puzzles are a great source of fun, putting them away can feel like another puzzle in itself! I’ve spent years finding the best ways to keep my puzzles neat and easy to get to, and I can’t wait to share my secrets with you.
1. Tables with Storage
Think about a table that has storage built in. It can be a spot to work on puzzles and a place to store them. This smart piece of furniture means your puzzles are always ready when you feel like doing one.
Useful items to consider:
- Coffee Table with Storage: Get the most out of your living space with a coffee table that holds puzzles and games.
- Multi-Use Puzzle Table: Get creative with a table made for puzzles, with storage to keep things tidy in any room.
- Living Room Table with Drawers: Add some style to your home with a table that has drawers for hidden puzzle storage.
2. Smart Shelving
A shelving unit can turn your puzzle collection into something you want to show off. Stacking puzzles in different ways makes for a display that’s both pretty and practical.
You might give these a try:
- Adjustable Shelving Unit: Show off your puzzles with shelves you can adjust to fit all sorts of sizes.
- Modern Wood Shelf Unit: Add some style to your room while keeping your puzzles neat with this sleek wood unit.
- Cube Organizer Shelves: Keep your puzzles in order with this cube organizer that can be used in so many ways.
3. Puzzle Art
Why not turn puzzles you’ve finished into framed art? It frees up storage and lets you enjoy what you made every day.
Consider these options:
- Puzzle Frame Kit: Turn your finished puzzles into art easily with this frame kit.
- Puzzle Glue: Keep your puzzle pieces together by using this glue before you frame them.
- Wall Mount Kit: Hang your framed puzzles safely with this kit.
4. Stack ’em Up
When you don’t have much room, stackable storage is a real game-changer. It lets you use the space going up instead of taking up more floor space, and everything is still easy to get to.
A few choices to try:
- Stackable Plastic Bins: Get your puzzles in order with stackable bins, which are just the thing for using space wisely.
- Clear Stackable Boxes: Keep things visible and neat with these clear stackable boxes, so you can grab what you need easily.
- Stackable Drawer Organizers: Make the most of your space with these stackable drawers, which are easy to get to and store lots of puzzles.
5. Puzzle Frames
Use puzzle pieces to make picture frames for something creative. It’s a fun project that gives new life to puzzles that are missing pieces.
Check if these fit your needs:
- Wooden Frame Kit: Make a great puzzle frame with this kit.
- Puzzle Piece Glue: Keep your puzzle frames together easily with this glue.
- Paint Set: Add color to your puzzle frames with this paint set.
6. Country Charm with Wicker Baskets
I’m a big fan of using wicker baskets for puzzle storage because they bring a bit of country charm to any room while keeping everything together. They’re just right for making sure puzzles are neat and easy to grab when you need them.
Some ideas to consider:
- Country-Style Wicker Basket Set: Bring some charm to your home and keep your puzzles neat and easy to find.
- Handmade Wicker Storage Unit: Pick this handmade beauty to keep a rustic vibe while storing all your puzzles.
- Ornamental Wicker Basket for Shelves: Spruce up your shelves with this ornamental basket, perfect for keeping puzzles in order.
7. Puzzle Mats
A puzzle mat is perfect for keeping a puzzle that’s in progress safe and sound. You can roll it up and put it away, ready to keep going where you left off.
Check these products out:
- Roll-Up Puzzle Mat: Keep your puzzle safe and sound; just roll it up to store it or move it.
- Portable Puzzle Mat: Keep your puzzles safe while you’re working on them with this handy mat.
- Non-Slip Puzzle Mat: Make sure your puzzle pieces stay where they should with this non-slip mat.
8. Crystal Clear Storage
If you like a more modern look, clear bins are a total game-changer. They let you see all the puzzle pieces at a glance. Plus, they stack up nicely, which is great if you’re short on space.
You might like:
- See-Through Storage Bins: Keep your puzzle pieces organized and visible with these see-through bins.
- Stackable Clear Plastic Bins: Get the most out of your space by stacking these clear bins, perfect for puzzle storage.
- Clear Organizer Boxes: Make sure your puzzles are always in order with these clear boxes, so you can find any piece in a snap.
9. The Puzzle Board
Get a puzzle board to have a special place just for putting puzzles together. Many boards have spots to sort pieces, which makes any puzzle lover happy.
Try these:
- Puzzle Board with Trays: Make your puzzle time even better with a board that has trays for sorting the pieces.
- Puzzle Board with Lid: Keep your puzzle safe with a board that has a lid to protect it.
- Foldable Puzzle Table with Storage: Use space wisely with a table that folds up and has storage for puzzle pieces.
10. Hidden Wall Storage
Think about putting in a hidden storage system on the wall, like a small cabinet, to store puzzles without them being seen. This keeps them out of the way but easy to get to.
A few suggestions:
- Hidden Wall Cabinet: Put in a hidden cabinet to store puzzles and make your room look better.
- Wall Storage Shelf: Use a shallow shelf to keep puzzles in order and easy to get to in any room.
- Wall Cabinet: Choose a cabinet with a door to hide puzzles in style and keep your room looking neat.
11. Glass Jars for Mini Puzzles
For smaller puzzles, clear glass jars are both pretty and useful. They let you see your collection and keep the pieces safe.
May just do the trick:
- Glass Apothecary Jars: Show off your mini puzzles in style with these glass jars. They make your room look great!
- Glass Storage Jars: Store and show off your puzzle pieces with these stylish glass jars. Perfect for any room!
- Glass Canisters: Keep your puzzle pieces safe and visible with these glass canisters. Useful and lovely!
12. Crafty Cubbies
Put up cubby shelves in your playroom or family room so each puzzle has its own little spot. It’s a great way to keep things neat and stylish.
A few helpful options:
- Modular Cubby Shelf: Put up these cubby shelves to keep your puzzles in order and add to your room’s look.
- Woven Storage Baskets: Use woven baskets to keep puzzles neat and make your playroom clutter-free.
- Puzzle Box: Keep your puzzle pieces just where they should be with a box for each cubby.
13. Pouches for Pieces
Switching to mesh zip-top pouches has been a game-changer for me. They’re strong, keep the pieces safe, and you can easily see the puzzle image through them.
These products might help:
- Mesh Zip Pouches: Keep your puzzles in order with these strong mesh pouches that keep pieces safe and visible.
- Colorful Organizer Bags: Brighten up your storage with these colorful bags that are perfect for sorting puzzle pieces.
- Clear Puzzle Pouches: Make your puzzle storage better with clear pouches that keep all your pieces visible and safe.
14. Magazine Holders
Use strong magazine holders to keep puzzles standing up and neat. These are really useful for bigger, flat puzzles and save a lot of room.
Might be a good match:
- Strong Magazine Holders: Keep your puzzles in order by using magazine holders for standing storage.
- Wooden Magazine Rack: Keep your puzzles neat with a wood rack that looks good and is easy to get to.
- Metal Magazine Holder: Choose a metal holder for a modern way to store and show off your puzzles.
15. Decorative Trunks
A decorative trunk can be a pretty piece in your room and a place to store puzzles. I love the old-time feel it adds.
A few relevant products:
- Wooden Trunk: Add old-fashioned charm and a place to store things with this wood trunk.
- Storage Chest: Make your room look better while keeping puzzles in order with this chest.
- Steamer Trunk: Store your puzzles in style with this trunk that looks like it came from another time.
16. Under-Bed Storage
Use the space under your bed to store puzzles when they’re not being used. It’s a space we often forget about, and it can really help keep your room tidy.
Items that may come in handy:
- Under-Bed Bins with Wheels: Get the most out of your space with these wheeled bins, which make it easy to get to your puzzles.
- Clear Under-Bed Boxes: See what’s inside easily with these clear boxes, so you can find what you need fast.
- Fabric Under-Bed Bags: Keep your puzzles safe with these fabric bags, which are flexible and let air in.
17. Drawer Dividers
Drawer units are great for keeping puzzles out of sight but still easy to get to. I sort my puzzles by size and what they show, so it’s super easy to find just what I want.
These products might be useful:
- Multi-Drawer Organizer: Sort your puzzles by what they show with this handy drawer unit.
- Label Maker for Drawers: Make sorting your puzzles easy with a label maker to keep everything clear.
- Puzzle Sorting Tray: Keep your puzzle pieces in order with this roomy sorting tray.
18. Love Your Labels
Using labels for your puzzles not only looks good but also helps everyone in the family find their favorite. I like to sort by how hard they are or what they show, which keeps things fun and in order.
Give these a look:
- Color-Coded Puzzle Boxes: Keep your puzzles easy to find with these bright, color-coded boxes.
- Puzzle Sorting Trays: Sort and store your puzzle pieces with these stackable trays and their labels.
- Label Maker with Labels: Make clear labels that you can use again and again to keep your puzzle system in great shape.
19. Repurpose Shoe Boxes
Don’t throw out those old shoe boxes! With some nice paper or paint, they can be great, custom puzzle storage.
Possibly handy products:
- Decorative Craft Paper: Make your storage boxes look great with this craft paper in fun colors and patterns.
- Acrylic Paint Set: Give your shoe boxes a makeover with this acrylic paint set.
- Paint Brushes Set: Get just the look you want on your boxes with this set of paintbrushes.
