Store Extra Blankets In A Stylish Way With An Unexpected Repurposing Idea

As fall fades and temperatures start to drop, our preparations for the long and cold winter season kick into full gear. Prepping our homes for cold weather, whether this involves preparing the chimney for winter use or properly insulating doorways against drafts, is key to creating comfortable living conditions while avoiding soaring electricity bills or unforeseen repairs. Another preparation task many people complete during this time is bringing our warm winter textiles out of storage, and this includes all our throw blankets.

A plush blanket is a default winter accessory we can't live without, along with cozy slippers or fuzzy socks. Having extra quilts or fleece blankets on hand is especially useful during winter. But keeping up with a large number of blankets can be a challenge, especially when it comes to folding, sorting, and storing them neatly. Instead of slinging winter blankets over the arm of a couch or folding them into a pile that keeps toppling over, you can give old or discarded magazine racks new purpose as decorative objects for stowing them. It's an ingenious blanket storage idea that will keep your living space organized and clutter-free. How's that for style and sustainability? Check out more about how to try this trick in your home.

This hack works best with magazine racks that feature fabric or leather slings, which naturally conform to the shape of rolled-up blankets. You can find them in any home decor store or on Amazon. For instance, the MyGift 13-inch Modern Caramel Leatherette Magazine Holder would be a great option. Also keep your eyes peeled for these items at thrift stores as well. The new blanket rack can then be placed anywhere within easy reach, ideally next to the couch, since this is where much of the winter lounging takes place. Practical, discreet, and easy to transport, this repurposed rack works especially well in small apartments, allowing you to store multiple blankets within a minimum amount of space. 

As is often the case with a cool and functional idea, this hack offers diverse storage possibilities around the home. Having extra blankets in a guest bedroom is a thoughtful gesture, so this makes a great accessory to have next to your guest's bed. You could also store it in your own bedroom or in your home office to keep throws handy for yourself. And if you happen to have a wooden magazine rack instead of one with a fabric or leather sling, you could simply fold the blankets and drape them over the side of the holder for an elegant look.