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DIY Storage Cubbies

March 22, 2011

One dozen cubbies to be exact.
I built my kids a storage wall full of cubbies.

diy storage cubbies with fabric bins

diy storage cubbies with fabric bins


After we bunked the beds (post here) we had this empty wall:

empy wall space before

Using Ana White’s plans for the cubby storage wall, I built the cubbies and modified the base supports in order to make use of the large baskets we already had.

wall full of storage cubbies
storage cubbies with lower bench area
fabric bins for storage cubbies

I used 2 1/2 sheets of 3/4″ plywood and 1 1/2 sheets of beadboard backing and cut all my pieces:

how to build storage cubbies
All constructed and ready for paint:

how to build storage cubbies
To finish I used one coat Kilz primer and two coats semi-gloss white.

painted storage cubbies

painted storage cubbies with beadboard back
painted storage cubbies with beadboard back

Total cost (not including fabric bins) $120.

Here’s Pottery Barn’s version for a whooping $760:

Cameron 3 Cubby & 3 Open Base Set

I can guarantee the labor to make these is so worth the $640 you’ll save.

diy storage cubbies with fabric bins

diy storage cubbies with fabric bins

Now all three kids have their own designated cubbies to store all those trinkets and what-not kids tend to collect.

diy storage cubbies with fabric bins
diy storage cubbies with fabric bins

And we made the best use of the space for a minor cost.

diy storage cubbies with fabric bins
A side by side of the room transformation:
shared girls bedroom twin bedsshared girls bedroom bunk beds
empty wall spacestorage cubbies fill wall space
That was fun but enough work in the kids room for now.
12 fabric bins and 6 plastic totes for storage

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  1. Restoration House says

    March 22, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    They look great! So much more space and storage with this new plan. Lovely work.
    Kim

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  2. Angie says

    March 22, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Ok, can you like come to my house and redesign the whole thing? You are definitely my new hero! 🙂

    Angie
    Linen & verbena

    Reply
  3. Holly says

    March 22, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    I'm so amazed at all the things you make! These look awesome, and I love the neat and tidy storage!

    Reply
  4. Sawdust and Paperscraps says

    March 22, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    That looks so awesome!

    Reply
  5. [email protected] says

    March 23, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    Lookit you! So I'm next on your list of people to build for, right? Kidding! Looks great!

    Reply
  6. Katherines Corner says

    March 23, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Oh this is lovely, The colors are terrific, Great post. Hugs!

    Reply
  7. pinktoesandpowertools says

    March 24, 2011 at 12:51 AM

    Fantastic! You are starting to make me feel lazy… 🙂

    Reply
  8. Pati @ A Crafty Escape says

    March 24, 2011 at 3:02 AM

    Unbelievable that you made that! I am dying for my husband to finish his MBA so we can tackle similar projects… I'm to scared to do it on my own. Anyway, thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  9. Lisa says

    March 24, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    I have never seen anyone make them before. Nice work!

    Reply
  10. Kristen @ ladybug-blessings.com says

    March 24, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    these look truly amazing! would love for you to link up to handmade tuesdays @ ladybug blessings next week! http://www.ladybug-blessings.com

    Reply
  11. Kristen says

    March 24, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    Wow! You did a great job.

    Reply
  12. Kristy Carberry says

    March 24, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Great savings and lots of storage! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  13. [email protected] Bitsy Paper says

    March 24, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Fantastic job! I love all things Pottery Barn but so expensive so I love seeing "look alikes". You really made these look great.
    http://www.itsybitsypaperblog.com

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  14. livegreenlovemuch.com says

    March 24, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    I love cubbies. These are just wonderful! I would love this in a craft room (if I had one:))

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  15. Ginger says

    March 25, 2011 at 2:51 AM

    I have been coveting those cubbies for days! I envy you, great job!!!
    http://www.lifewithoutwhiteout.blogspot.com

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  16. Robin says

    March 25, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    Fantastic job! I am kicking myself for buying two walls of similar cabinets (from Company Kids) for my kid's room now!

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  17. Sweetened by Kagi says

    March 25, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    You did a fabulous job! I love it- I am thinking of doing something like this to store all of my cake supplies in and personally I think your cubbies look WAY better than the ones sold at pottery barn 🙂

    http://sweetenedbykagi.blogspot.com

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  18. Jori says

    March 25, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Looks great! I SO need to do this for my kids! I am following you!

    Reply
  19. Leonard says

    March 26, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    where do you get the baskets? My daughter wants to do this exact thing but having a hard time finding inexpensive baskets?

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  20. Pam says

    March 26, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Wow, great storage, great job. It looks so nice.

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  21. simplydesigning.blogspot.com says

    March 27, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Oh wow! These look GREAT!!! I love them!! I wish I was brave enough to make those myself because I need some cubbies…love love love them!

    Ashley
    http://www.simplydesigning.blogspot.com

    Reply
  22. Chrissy @ Boerman Ramblings says

    March 27, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    amazing..i think you have given me the confidence to try tis thanks!

    Reply
  23. Jill says

    March 28, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    i bet your kids are so thankful…you did a beautiful job!

    ~Jill
    Just dream, Jelly Bean

    Reply
  24. Amanda says

    March 28, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Fantastic work, they look amazing! Love the colourful baskets, so cute.

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  25. Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage says

    March 28, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    You are awesome!! I dream about cubbies like that at night!! I can't believe you made them yourself?? Want to come to my house???

    Reply
  26. Marian says

    March 29, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    So great! Clean, organized and cute!

    marian
    perfectchancememories.com

    Reply
  27. Karen At Home says

    March 29, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    Hi there, new visitor stopping by from The Stories of A to Z. What an amazing job. I love the after picture, simply amazing. Have a wonderful day!

    Karen

    Reply
  28. [email protected] Stories of A to Z says

    March 29, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    Isn't Ana White the best? Your space looks fab and yay you for making the storage!

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  29. The DIY Show Off says

    March 30, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Awesome job! Your cubbies are so cute and the bins are so pretty. Great way to add fun storage!

    Roeshel

    Reply
  30. Hopping Along says

    April 4, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    Awesome! I'm visiting via Ana White. I've had these on my "to do" list for a while now. I had a few bad experiences with the circular saw and my boards not being square…. Did you use anything in particular to keep your saw straight and did you use a nail gun? I'm so inspired! Thanks for sharing!

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  31. gatheredinthekitchen.com says

    April 8, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    These look great! Your pictures make it look so easy to do!! (I will still need my hubby) But it sure diminishes the case for it's too hard to make! Thanks for the inspiration

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  32. Brandy Briggs says

    September 14, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    I LOVE how it turned out. You did a wonderful job. Where did you get the baskets?

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  33. Adam Walters says

    November 29, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    Wow.. That takes dedication to build one of those. I am impressed. Great way that you saved money, especially with the holidays coming. I just recently bought a cubby storage unit and I am very pleased with it. Keeps the kids belongings organized and neat.

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  34. cheldi says

    January 10, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    Just found this via pinterest and I have a question for you. Are these secured together? To the wall? I have a few climbers and I'm wondering how best to secure them without putting too much push/pull stress on furniture?

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