Creating a place for your kid’s art supplies has never been easier! Check out just how easy it is to make this DIY Kids Storage Ladder now!
As many of you already know, I have been diligently working on organizing and decorating my new studio as quickly as possible. I hate to admit it, but I get a little cranky when my stuff is out of order.
Can we say perfectionist? Anybody else have this problem?
It’s both a blessing and a curse isn’t it?
Thankfully I have gotten better over the years, but when it comes to my studio… watch out! This little mama needs consistency in her life, and this place is my sanctuary and my happy place.
However, with that being said I was more than happy to share my space with my Mini Me (aka. the daughter, Miss Ava). She is an incredible artist, and I knew that I would need to set up a spot just for her as well as all of her stuff.
Thus, the DIY kids storage ladder was born!
Turning an Old Ladder into Art Storage
Believe it or not, I actually had different plans for this ladder when I originally purchased it. Shocking, right?
You’ve never heard me say that before! ;)
But, I soon realized after moving all of my stuff into the studio it would not be able to be utilized for the project I had in mind.
Thankfully I was able to quickly think of this new concept and I just KNEW you guys would want to do the same!
Supplies:
- Old wooden ladder (I got mine at a flea market
- Plywood
- Paint
- Buckets
Seriously, this is like the cheapest (and coolest) shelving system… ever.
Directions
Here’s how I built and created this unique art-storage solution.
1. ) Buy the Ladder
I spent a whopping $10 on the ladder at a flea market.
2.) Cut the Plywood
I already had the pieces of plywood on hand, and just had to measure them to size to fit on each of the steps.
3.) Paint the Plywood
Then, I painted the wood pink since it is Ava’s favorite color.
4.) Screw them into the steps
Last, I screwed them into the steps to ensure that they would not come out just in case she got any bright ideas. You know what I’m talking about! Kids think of everything. Hopefully I’ll be one up on her with this one ;)
Ava’s favorite art supplies
Then, the only thing I needed to do was add a few baskets and all her supplies. So simple. So pretty. So easy.
I just love it when a plan comes together!
More DIY Ladders
Do you love this DIY kids storage ladder? Then you’ll definitely going to go bananas over these ladders too!
[email protected] says
September 10, 2015 at 8:46 pmThis is totally adorable! I’m off to pin!!
LZ Cathcart says
September 14, 2015 at 11:33 amThank you so much, Ashley :) Plus, so easy to make. Double plus!
Sarah Mueller says
September 30, 2015 at 1:17 pmI LOVE this project! So cute and easy enough for even me to do it :) Sharing on Pinterest with my peeps.
LZ Cathcart says
September 30, 2015 at 6:40 pmHi Sarah. I couldn’t agree more. It is sooooo easy! Which is also right up my alley of being able to accomplish in a short period of time. :)
Trish says
October 2, 2015 at 1:19 amThis is such cool idea. I am sure your daughter is loving it.
LZ Cathcart says
October 4, 2015 at 7:46 pmThanks, Trish! Honestly, I think she’s just so thrilled with the paint supplies, and she’s so used to my crazy ideas that she hasn’t really said anything yet. :)
Denise/DIY Crush says
October 2, 2015 at 1:20 pmHey, stopping by from The Inspiration Gallery! LOVE this project how to use an old ladder and would like to invite you to link up at my new party! Every Thursday at 7pm EST. Hope to see you there!
LZ Cathcart says
October 4, 2015 at 8:01 pmHi Denise! Thank you so much, and I truly appreciate you stopping by :)
Mary, Living a Sunshine Life says
October 4, 2015 at 1:43 amThis is such a cute idea! I have big plans for a cute house in the country with decor to go right along with it. This project will fit in perfectly!
LZ Cathcart says
October 4, 2015 at 8:10 pmYou are so sweet, Mary! And I definitely agree with your idea. It sounds amazing :)
Audrey says
October 4, 2015 at 12:50 pmThis is a great repurpose of a ladder. Unfortunately I have a boy that would dump all of the supplies on the floor and scale that ladder to jump off in 5 minutes flat, ha ha. Maybe in a few years. Thanks for sharing on the #HomeMattersParty . I hope you will join us again next week.
LZ Cathcart says
October 4, 2015 at 8:17 pmAww, Audrey! I was actually worried about that myself, but thankfully she was too excited about the paint to worry about climbing it. Cross your fingers it stays this way ;)
Funky Junk Interiors says
October 4, 2015 at 3:35 pmSuch a beautiful and easy project, right up my alley! Featured you on FB this afternoon. ;) Thanks for linking up!
LZ Cathcart says
October 4, 2015 at 7:28 pmThank you so much for sharing!! I had such a fun (and easy!) time creating this beauty :)