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Create cute and functional storage bins for the little monsters in your life for $1.
Have you figured it out yet that we LOVE Monsters around here? From our Monsters University Party for Statham to our Monsters Inc. Popcorn Balls that we made for Halloween last year; we are a big Sulley and Mike lovin’ family. So when I was looking for ways to brighten up the boys’ room Monsters was the first thing that came to mind!
Knowing good and well that my little guys would love (with their whole bodies) whatever I bought, or made, I didn’t want to spend a lot of money on something that had a good probability of getting ruined. So I went to my go-to place for frugal, crafty supplies; Walmart. I was thinking I would buy some white bins and then paint them blue and green. But I found these super cute bins that were already blue and green AND they were dry erase! The best part…they cost $.98!
Once you have your bins all you need are a few pieces of colored paper and/or card stock, scissors and tape and you’re good to go!
Supplies:
Blue and Green Crate
White, blue, black and purple card stock or paper
Scissors
Circles to trace (I used a cup, roll of tulle and water bottle cap)
Tape
Directions:
Trace circles with your tracers. For Mike you will need a large white circle, medium blue circle and small black circle. For Sulley make 6 medium sized purple circles.
Cut out circles. Since Sulley’s spots aren’t exact circles I cut jagged purple circles.
Using tape attach circles to bin.
Easy peasy right?! I wanted bins for their dresser so I had a place to store the things we use all the time. That way I wasn’t digging through the closet when it was nap time and they were overly tired.
When I was at Walmart I also had to pick up a few other things (because who doesn’t when you’re at Walmart) and strolled on by the baby section. I saw the cutest Monsters Inc. Crib Bedding Set by Disney Baby. When we were trying to get my oldest to get rid of his pacifier we bribed him with a new big Star Wars toy and it worked. Now we are working on getting my youngest to stay in his crib and not jump out. So I asked him if I got him a new Monsters Inc. blanket if he would stay in his crib. Of course he said yes and you know what? He hasn’t jumped out of his crib since! It worked! Does it make me a bad mom that I bribe my kids to do things? No, I don’t think so! I love how cute the blanket is and soft the sheet is. On the blanket Sulley is a soft, plush fabric and there has been many a time I have gone in to check on him and and he is cuddled up with Sulley on the blanket.
If Monsters Inc. isn’t your kids favorite Disney Baby has so many other cute bedding sets to choose from too including Nemo and Cinderella; and they are super affordable! What is your little one’s favorite Disney character?
MJ says
July 13, 2015 at 5:53 pmOh these are super cute. I have to create some storage options for all the kids. I love how you did this on a super budget because storage boxes are so expensive in the stores.
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Sydney says
July 14, 2015 at 5:47 amThank you MJ… Is always fun to make new things for kids… Especially without spending a ton of money
Aliza B says
July 13, 2015 at 8:11 pmWhat a great idea for decorating the storage boxes. I have some plain ones that would look much cuter with a little patterned paper added.
Thanks for linking up your idea at the Bloggers Brags party. I pinned your post to our group board on Pinterest. I can’t wait to see what you link up next week!
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Sydney says
July 14, 2015 at 5:47 amI would love to see what you create Ali! Thanks so much for hosting!
Ashleigh Walls says
July 14, 2015 at 5:37 amLove this craft so much! Monsters Inc. was the theme for our second baby, thanks for sharing at Happy Home Life Linky!
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Sydney says
July 14, 2015 at 5:46 amOh fun! My second loves Monsters Inc too! Thanks so much for hosting!
theartinpartyplanning says
July 14, 2015 at 11:28 amSo cute! It ALMOST makes me want another baby 🙂 Well done!
Sydney says
July 14, 2015 at 11:29 amLol… I love it 🙂 thanks fur stopping by!
Jane says
July 14, 2015 at 12:03 pmThis is adorable! What a great project, that doesn’t cost a bundle to make. I’ll have to show this to my friend who just had a baby!
Sydney says
July 14, 2015 at 12:09 pmThanks Jane! I’m all for inexpensive projects
Joann says
July 15, 2015 at 8:20 amWe love Monsters Inc. These boxes are too cute!
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Jess says
July 15, 2015 at 9:32 amThese are just too cute. 🙂
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
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Lauren Allen says
July 15, 2015 at 2:06 pmSuch a cute idea! My little guy would love this! Thanks!
Michelle says
July 15, 2015 at 4:33 pmI love those baskets! What a great way to store items, and it goes perfectly with your new bedding, too! #client
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Sydney says
July 15, 2015 at 4:38 pmThanks so much Michelle! They do make it much easier to reach things. And I LOVE the new bedding…thank you!!
Valerie says
July 15, 2015 at 7:56 pmHow adorable, my daughter loves monsters!
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Ruthie says
July 16, 2015 at 7:43 amThese are adorable! Your family is obsessed with Monster, Inc. and mine is obsessed with Minne Mouse! I love finding ways to incorporate Minne decor into her room! Your Monster, Inc. room is adorable!
Sydney says
July 16, 2015 at 10:15 amThank you Ruthie! And yes they totally are… It’s always fun to find things for kids like and incorporate them into everyday life.
JESSICA says
July 16, 2015 at 10:14 amThis was such a cute idea! This would look great idea when hosting a party. Love it!
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Sydney says
July 16, 2015 at 10:14 amThey totally would! Thanks Jessica!
Tara @ Lehman lane says
July 19, 2015 at 5:41 amThe monster boxes look great Sydney! Looks like you have a very organized nursery:). That’s awesome that new bedding will keep your youngest in his crib. Thanks so much for sharing at Dream. Create. Inspire. Link. :). Hope you are having a great weekend and take care, Tara
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Sydney says
July 19, 2015 at 4:21 pmThanks Tara! I’m a little OCD when it comes to having a place for everything…hopefully some if rubs off on my boys 🙂 Thanks so much for hosting Tara we’ll see you next week!
Lou Lou Girls says
July 20, 2015 at 11:57 amI’m loving this! Pinned and tweeted! I always love your creations, thanks for sharing this with us! I hope to see you tonight at 7 pm. Lou Lou Girls