Living Room Blanket Storage Ideas

There are several ways to store blankets in the living room, depending on the size and layout of the space. Blanket ladders, storage ottomans, and wicker baskets are all great storage options.

Living Room Blanket Storage Ideas

For small apartments or homes, living room blanket storage can be as simple as keeping a blanket folded and stored in a basket or bin. This is an efficient way to store blankets in small spaces while still keeping them within easy reach.

For larger living rooms, blanket storage can be more creative. A blanket ladder is a great way to display blankets while also keeping them organized. Another option is to hang throw blankets on hooks on the wall. This is a great way to add a pop of color or pattern to the room while also providing a functional storage solution.

Whichever blanket storage solution you choose, make sure it fits with the overall style of your living room.

5 Quick Blanket Storage Ideas

1. Use a large basket or bin to store blankets in one easily accessible spot

2. Hang a blanket ladder on the wall to provide extra storage space

3. Store blankets in an ottoman or other pieces of furniture with hidden storage space

4. Fold blankets nicely and store them in a wicker basket

5. Place baskets filled with blankets around the room – on the floor, next to the couch, etc.

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Blanket Ladders Provide Extra Storage Space

Looking for a creative way to add storage to your home and not take up too much floor space? Consider hanging a blanket ladder on the wall! Blanket ladders are not only stylish, but they are also an easy way to store and display your blanket collection.

Use it to store cozy blankets, towels, throws, or even clothes. The best part is that you can customize the ladder to fit your space. If you have a small home, opt for a compact ladder. If you have a large home, consider a taller ladder with more rungs.

Regardless of the size of your home, a blanket ladder is a great way to add extra storage without taking up too much space.

Shop for Blanket Ladders

I am so excited about this organizational tip because ladders come in so many different materials and designs!

Rustic Reclaimed Wood Ladder

This cute rustic wall ladder is made with reclaimed wood from pine. Each piece tells stories from its previous life, including scratches, color variations, stains, repair patches, and natural imperfections. It is crafted of pine, a gorgeous softwood with a closed-grain pattern, and it has 5 rungs to hang towels or blankets, making it a perfect solution for storing your blankets.

Milwood Pines Blanket Ladder

This is a great option for keeping your towels, throws, or scarves at the ready with this set of two blanket ladders, a welcome addition to any bedroom, bathroom, or living room layout.

Measuring just 56″ and 40″ tall, these low-profile pieces are perfectly proportioned to hold smaller linens. Each design showcases an open and clean-lined frame that tapers in toward the top and sports a versatile black finish for an industrial and understated look.

Birch Lane Blanket Ladder

This decorative blanket ladder lets you tidy up any living room or bedroom while adding some personality to your bare walls.

Its arched frame is made from sturdy metal in a distressed brown finish that pairs well with any aesthetic or color palette. It has five bars with enough room for up to five of your favorite throw blankets, bathrobes, aprons, and more. Try leaning it against an exposed brick wall in your kitchen and use it to display aprons or dish towels.

Teak Ladder

Normally discarded, teak branches get a second chance as a beautiful ladder laden with lots of natural charm. Perfect for draping towels, linens, or throws.

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Birch Lane Dark Wood Blanket Ladder

This a beautiful way to display and organize the throw blankets in your living room. Made of wood and given a stunning finish for an astonishing piece of décor. The perfect way to fill an empty space and a convenient number of rungs to use as extra storage in any room.

Store Blankets in an Ottoman or Other Piece of Furniture with Hidden Storage Space

Have you ever had a blanket fall off the back of your couch only to spend the next 10 minutes looking for it under furniture? Yeah, me too. It’s the worst.

But there is a solution! Store blankets in an ottoman or other furniture with hidden storage space.

This way, they will be out of sight and out of mind until you need them. And when you do need them, they will be right where you left them! No more searching for that pesky blanket.

Shop for Ottomans and Other Built-In Storage Furniture

Now that you know how useful hidden storage furniture can be, it’s time to shop for some! Here are a few of my favorite pieces.

Anaise Cane Storage Bench

Channeling 1930s curves and mid-century caning, Anaise flirts with tradition in an eye-catching design that’s totally now. Black-stained beechwood inset with woven cane sculpts the storage bench’s curvilinear base to float an oval seat clad in a white textured fabric.

The seat lifts to reveal a roomy storage area lined in black linen that’s perfect for storing pillows or throws. Contemporary yet approachable, this Crate and Barrel exclusive Anaise bench is an eye-catcher in an entryway or at the foot of a bed.

Fernie 60″ Storage Bench

Curvy and cuddly, our Fernie bench embraces with sculptural style and a white vegan sheepskin that rivals the look and feel of the real thing.

Floating between sheltering leg panels, the bench’s oval seat lifts up and is a great place to store throws, pillows or out-of-season clothing in the living room, entryway or bedroom. The trend-setting Fernie storage bench is one of Crate and Barrel exclusive beautiful pieces of furniture.

Fernie Storage Ottoman

Curvy and cuddly, our Fernie storage ottoman embraces sculptural style and a white vegan sheepskin that rivals the look and feel of the real thing. Floating between sheltering leg panels, the round seat lifts up to store throws, pillows, or books while providing a footrest or extra seat. The trend-setting Fernie storage ottomans are a Crate and Barrel exclusive.

Peyton Storage Bench

Peyton is crafted with comfort and quality in mind. Designed to coordinate with our other Peyton pieces or stand on its own, the bench offers a generously cushioned seat that brings out the collection’s modern, straightforward lines. This bench doubles as a storage trunk to store throws, pillows, and more.

Parkview Reclaimed Wood Trunk

The Parkview trunk is an eco-friendly storage solution made of reclaimed wood.

Solidly built using recycled lumber, the Parkview Reclaimed Wood Collection combines rustic appeal with a clean, contemporary design.

Beneath its lift top, this trunk stows everything from pillows to throws and is ideal for living room or end-of-bed storage.

Drum Storage Side Table (20″)

This sleek end table doubles as out-of-sight storage for blankets, books, and more. It features a removable top and cut-out handles for easy access to contents. The clean, simple design works with any style of decor for your living room, family room, or bedroom.

Volume Round Storage Drum Coffee Table (36″)

The simple, streamlined design gives this centerpiece its modern look. The top lifts off to reveal plenty of room for storing throws, pillows, books, and more.

The coffee table’s clean lines work with any decor style, making it a versatile piece for any room.

As you can see, there are various ways to store blankets so that they are both out of sight and within reach. By using hidden storage furniture, you can keep your blankets organized and tidy while making your home more stylish.

Grimsley 33” Tall Solid Wood 2 – Door Accent Cabinet

This accent cabinet adds a modern, boho touch to your dining room or living area with its rich wooden hues and 3D chevron detailing in front. It’s made from solid wood and rests on tapered dowel legs for a hint of mid-century flair.

Behind the wooden doors, there are two adjustable shelves allowing you to customize your space and keep anything from dinnerware to seasonal blankets inside. There’s also a wide top drawer for place settings and smaller odds and ends.

Fold Blankets Nicely and Store Them in a Wicker Basket

There is nothing like snuggling up in a cozy blanket on a cold winter night. But if your blankets are shoved in a drawer or crammed into a closet, they can end up looking lumpy and feeling less than soft.

The good news is that there is a simple way to keep your blankets looking and feeling their best: fold them nicely and store them in a wicker basket.

By taking the time to fold your blankets properly, you can prevent them from getting creased and matted. And by storing them in a basket, you can keep your beautiful blankets clean and dust-free until it’s time to use them again.

So next time you’re tidying up your home, take a few minutes to give your blankets the care they deserve. Your future self will thank you!

Shop for Wicker Storage Baskets

Here are some beautiful wicker baskets in a variety of sizes to store your extra blankets:

Coastal Nesting Rattan Basket

This wicker storage basket is a key ingredient to any living room or entryway that could use some tidying up. It’s intricately woven from natural rattan in a natural honey-brown finish that complements any aesthetic. It even has cutout handles, making it super easy to carry your beautiful blankets from room to room.

StorageWorks Large Rectangular Wicker Basket

Handcrafted from natural water hyacinth, clean, renewable resources. Versatile storage basket for storing towels, blankets, pet toys, and household items. Woven by artisans, this storage basket is eco-friendly and stylish.

Coastal Nesting Wicker Baskets

This 2-piece set of woven storage baskets helps you add extra storage to your home and adds coastal-inspired style, too. Each wicker basket is woven from natural materials and water hyacinth reeds for a breezy and natural look.

They each have circular metal handles that make it easy to move wherever you need them, from your living room to your playroom. Plus, the smaller 18″ wide basket nests inside the larger 21″ wide design for easy storage when you’re not using them.

Place baskets filled with blankets around the room – on the floor, next to the couch, etc.

There’s nothing better than snuggling up with a soft blanket during the winter months, but if you’re like me, you often find yourself without a blanket when you need one. That’s why I love the idea of placing baskets filled with blankets around the room. That way, no matter where you are, there’s always a comfy blanket close at hand.

And it’s not just practical – it also makes your living space look cozy and inviting. So if you’re looking for a way to add extra warmth to your home this winter, try placing easy-access baskets filled with blankets around the room. You’ll be glad you did!

Shop for Blanket Storage Baskets

Here are some blanket storage basket ideas, all in different sizes.

Nesting Leather Basket – Set of 2

Store your belongings or take your interior decorations to a new level with these elegant leather storage baskets for a chic display on your surface spaces. Keep your space tidy and neat with the help of these storage baskets.

Place them by your bedside, laundry room, or living room to keep your space free of clutter.

Leather and hair on hiding are natural products, and therefore no two will be alike. There may be slight variations in pattern, natural blemishes, colors, and overall aesthetic of the product.

Taka Large Woven Vegan Leather Basket

The Taka vegan leather decorative basket fools the eye with the warm organic look of the real thing. Handwoven by skilled artisans, wide, cognac-hued strips intersect in a straightforward pattern at once classic and modern.

This large storage basket is great for stuffed animals in the playroom, towels in the guest room, or throw blankets next to the sofa, and sturdy handles make it easy to tote from room to room.

Extra Large Round Wire Decorative Storage Bin with Handles Copper – Threshold™

Now get room for all your storage needs with this Antique Pewter Extra Large Round Wire Decorative Storage Bin with Copper Handles from Threshold™. The storage basket is built to last long with durable metal construction and gives you extra-large space to store your laundry, kitchen essentials, pillows, and much more. The contrast copper handles give easy mobility options and are a must-have storage unit for your house.

Malloe Tall Black Basket with Handles

Working with the airy framework of a black iron wire basket, artisans skilled in the art of basket making weave bamboo and banana fiber to rim our Malloe basket with organic texture.

The mixed material of these wire baskets keeps blankets, yoga props, and bath towels tidy while accenting the room with its handsome mix of rustic and modern.

Chunky-weave handles make it easy to transport the basket from room to room. The Malloe tall black basket is a Crate and Barrel exclusive.

Metal Wire Round Basket with Solid Wood Base and Coiled Handle Black and Natural – Threshold™

A great way to organize your space, this Metal Wire Round Basket from Threshold™ is perfect for storing everything from throws and blankets to magazines and books.

Made of sturdy metal wire with a natural wood base, this round basket features a coiled handle for easy transport. You can place it in your living room, bedroom, or even bathroom to keep your space spick and span.

Conclusion

Blankets are a necessary part of any home, but they can take up a lot of space. These blanket storage solutions will help you store blankets in a way that is easy to access and doesn’t take up too much room. Have you tried any of these methods? If not, which one do you think would work best for your home?

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