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Small Space Play Area
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items We recently transformed our dining room into a play area for our son and it was the best idea ever. The space is a little small but we’ve made it work with all of these items.
This shelving / book case unit was exactly what we needed. I added baskets to the cubbies and have filled each cubbie with toys. It helps keeps things clear in the play area at end of day.
Homfa Kids Bookshelf with Reading Nook, 6 Shelf Bookcase with 1 Wood Toy Bin with 3 Tier Book Rack for Children Kidsroom - Walmart.com
This table is the perfect addition for a play area. It’s such a great price point and actually well made given the price. It’s also super easy to keep clean and maintain (even though it’s white!)
Your Zone Child 3-Piece Table and Chairs Set, in White Age Group 1 to 5 Years Old. - Walmart.com
Love this utility cart. We put it next to the table and it holds all the coloring books, crayons on one shelf, a few games on the second and some odd and ends toys. It was super cheap (15$) and made of plastic. I didn’t add the bottom part because I ...
3 Tier Utility Cart White - Brightroom™: Portable Rolling Storage with Wheels, Universal Organization, No Assembly Required
These are baskets that I added to the three cubbies under the seating area on the shelving unit. They are super sturdy and fit the exact size of the cubbie.
Kntiwiwo Foldable Storage Bins 15x10x9.5, Set of 3
These are the other baskets I got for the three cubbies in the end of the shelving unit. Again fit it perfectly and hold a decent amount of toys.
StorageWorks Foldable Fabric Storage Bins, 3-Pack
added this for above the window in the play area.
Xylolfsty Playroom Wall Decor Wood Sign
We of course needed the area matted and this is what we went with. It’s super easy to clean and put together.
Yay Mats Extra Large Baby Play Mat 6x4 ft
We added a soft foam climbing set to the middle of the play area. We opted for a smaller one with less pieces. This is more than enough and my son enjoys moving the pieces around when he plays to set them up in different ways.
ECR4Kids SoftZone Single Tunnel Climber Toddler
On one of the walls we bought a magnetic chalk board from
This site. Amazon and Etsy sell them but the reviews on them weren’t so great. This had great reviews and it really does live up to those reviews. My son mainly uses it for magnet play right n...
MEGA Magic Playwall - Arch Magnetic Wall Decal for Kids
Of course every toddler needs a couch! This is so soft and cozy. My son enjoys pulling this out to lay on or read his books on.
Cozee Flip-Out Sherpa 2-in-1 Convertible Sofa to Lounger for Kids
And of course we need to keep track of how our kids are growing (bittersweet)!
Kids' Growth Chart Green - Pillowfort™: Smoke Green MDF Height Measuring Graphic 66"
We maximized our wall space and bought one of these as well. Great way to display new art work and also keep the old art work.
Li’l Davinci Kid's Art Frame, Stores up to 50 Pcs of 8.5" x 11" Artwork - Black 11.75" x 14.75" Frame - Front Opening, Hangs Vertical or Horizontal
These baskets are perfect for little parts in the play area. I keep magnets in one of these containers for the for magnet board. I also use these in the cart to keep things organized.
Rectangular Plastic Foldable Medium Crate Gray - Brightroom™