Clever Blanket Storage Ideas

Displaying beautiful blankets on a ladder is an easy way to update your home decor. Simply fold the blankets so they won’t touch the floor and hang one blanket from each rung. Use blankets in complementary colors and designs or neutrals with different textures and patterns.

Prop the ladder against a family room wall, and the blankets will be handy when you’re watching TV or reading. If your space is small, hang a lightweight blanket ladder vertically or horizontally. Either way, a blanket ladder is as decorative as well as useful.

Store blankets in a display cabinet with open shelves or glass doors so you can enjoy their beauty. You can also remove drawers from another piece of furniture with multiple shelves, such as an armoire, china hutch or nightstand, and store the folded blankets inside. If you prefer, stack blankets on top of a bedroom chest of drawers or display them like art on a table in your entranceway.

Roll up children’s blankets or lightweight throws and tuck them into a shoe organizer hung from the back of a door or on a closet rod. A mounted or freestanding shoe organizer with open shelves also works well. The blankets will be close at hand when you're ready to reach for a fresh one.

Even though blankets are used primarily on beds, they don’t have to be stored in bedrooms. Use an ottoman with a lid and storage space underneath to hold your blankets. Choose an ottoman on wheels, and you can move it around from one room to another as needed. When you’re ready to relax, take a seat, pull out a blanket and then prop your feet up on the ottoman.

One of the most popular blanket storage ideas utilizes large, decorative baskets and plastic storage bins. Simply roll or fold the blankets and place them inside.

Baskets with lids will prevent dust from settling on your blankets. Open baskets let you see and enjoy the colors, textures and patterns of the linens inside. Some decorative boxes and baskets with lids can be stacked on top of each other for even more storage space. To keep the blankets handy in the bedroom, use an under-the-bed storage bin on wheels.

Consider installing a towel rack for blanket storage that doesn't take up any floor space. Have a wine rack you don't use? Roll up kids' blankets and store them on it.

Looking for new bedroom furniture? Try a bed with a pull-out drawer or drawers underneath. The extra storage will leave more room in your closets and lets you easily switch from summer blankets to winter ones.

A bedroom bench with storage space or a trunk placed at the end of your bed can also be a great place to store blankets. If the trunk or bench is flat on top and sturdy enough, you can use it to sit on while you slip on your shoes. Some coffee tables that are suitable for living rooms and family rooms also have storage space that will work well for blankets.

Get the most out of your closets by using all the available space, from the top of the closet to the floor. If you have a dedicated linen closet, or an extra closet that only has a rod for hanging clothes, add wire shelving for blankets. If there’s room, hang a towel rack or a shelving unit on the back of the closet door.

To keep your blankets extra fresh and clean, store them in blanket bags. Choose a blanket bag that fits under the bed, on a shelf or in a closet. Bags with zippers or closeable lids help protect against damage and dust. Some bags have see-through panels to help you identify what's inside. Breathable materials help items stay fresh. Look for a bag with handles that can be easily moved if needed.