MANY parents will know the pain of having their kid’s toy cars strewn all over their house – but one mum came up with a very savvy solution.
Shelby, who regularly shares her shared how she turned wall art into a clever
Mum Shelby shared the clever way she keeps her son’s cars stored neatly in plain sightCredit: tiktok/@prettyinthepines
On her @prettyinthepines account, she demonstrated how she first found a wooden storage divider that would be a ‘hidden garage’ for storing the cars.
Then, she drilled the unit to a large photo frame using brackets.
To make the front of the frame aesthetically pleasing, she added a Desenio poster of a vintage Porsche, which was very apt given the toys behind it.
She then attached it to the wall, and demonstrated how flapping it up upwards revealed the cars stored neatly behind.
The clever hack could be a godsend for any parents fed up with their kid’s toy cars, as it not only helps keep them ordered, but also is decoration for the walls.
Shelby wrote: “My childhood love of tiny cars met my grown-up love of organisation and beautiful art.
“I had quite the toy car collection as a kid so creating this ‘hidden garage’ for my son felt extra nostalgic.”
Her video has clearly impressed internet users, with the clip racking up a whopping 1.7million views.
One person wrote: “Definitely trying this because of you.”
Another added: “This is what I mean when I say, we can make everything look aesthetically pleasing.”
Shelby drilled a wooden storage unit to a photo frame using bracketsCredit: tiktok/@prettyinthepines
And a third queried: “Wait but could I do something similar with jewelry storage?”
Meanwhile, one suggested: “Needs a soft close hinge.”
We previously shared how one mum shared a savvy solution for and in one place.
More parenting hacks
IF you want to make your life easier as a parent, here's nine hacks you won't want to miss...
1. Routine Charts
Create visual charts for daily routines. Use pictures and stickers to make them engaging for younger children.
2. Meal Planning
Plan meals a week in advance to save time and reduce stress. Involve your children in meal prep to teach them cooking skills.
3. Toy Rotation
Keep a portion of toys stored away and rotate them periodically. This keeps playtime fresh and exciting without the need for constant new purchases.
4. DIY Cleaning Solutions
Make child-safe cleaning solutions using vinegar and baking soda. It’s effective and keeps harsh chemicals away from little hands.
5. Time-Out Jar
Create a time-out jar filled with calming activities written on slips of paper. When emotions run high, children can pick an activity to help them settle down.
6. Educational Apps
Utilise educational apps and websites to make screen time productive. Look for ones that offer interactive learning in subjects your child is interested in.
7. Command Centre
Set up a family command centre with a calendar, key hooks, and a bulletin board. It helps keep everyone organised and aware of daily schedules.
8. Emergency Kit
Keep a small emergency kit in the car with essentials like snacks, water, first aid supplies, and a change of clothes. It’s a lifesaver for unexpected situations.
9. Label Everything
Use labels for clothes, school supplies, and lunch boxes. It makes it easier to keep track of belongings, especially in shared spaces like schools.
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