Not Baskets: Amazon Has A Blanket Storage Alternative That Doubles As Cozy Decor

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Everyone loves their cozy blankets, but if you have more than a few favorites, they can overrun a space. Whether strewn across your bed or cluttering up your couch, you need a solution beyond basic baskets to store blankets in plain sight without it looking cluttered. A creative option is The Storage Pillow XL, a zippered pillowcase specially designed to help you manage your many blankets.

Retailing for $26.99 on Amazon, The Storage Pillow XL is a practical option for individuals who have been relying on baskets to store their blankets but find them lacking. It measures 40 inches long and 20 inches wide, with a capacity of about 3.5 cubic feet — which translates to plenty of blanket storage. Its neutral tan color will blend well into many decor schemes, while the zipper along the length of the pillow makes filling it with extra blankets an easy process. In order to put it to work, choose a space that is covered with blankets, like your couch, then fold and fill it with your covers, zip it up, and position it on your sofa, where it will likely just blend into the surroundings. When it's not in use, you can simply smooth and fold the storage pillowcase, storing it in an ottoman or nearby drawer until it's needed again.

Reviews for The Storage Pillow XL have been positive. At the time of writing, this blanket storage alternative has a 4.8-star average, with customers praising its appearance, quality, and usefulness.

This blanket storage alternative is an excellent way to corral extra covers and throws, but it's important to use it correctly. Folding blankets neatly prior to stuffing them inside the storage pillow will ensure that the finished product looks decorative, rather than like a lumpy mess. For an easy-to-follow and highly effective technique, you can follow Nate Berkus' tidy recommendation, which involves folding a blanket's width and length into thirds. With this approach, you can easily fit a few blankets — side by side — into the storage pillow. Once nicely filled, it will be right at home in your living room or bedroom — a practical and cozy addition to your couch or bed.

One Amazon customer explains that they needed a good storage solution that kept their blankets out of the closet and off of the floor: "I found these and only bought one because I wasn't sure. I will be ordering another for our loveseat. It's a good size and we have 5 lap blankets in the one now. [The] zipper is metal and the whole thing is just a nice quality."

In addition to serving as blanket storage, the pillowcase can also be a hack for storing stuffed animals. Rather than piling them up in the corner of the bedroom or playroom, you can snugly pack them into the zippered case for instant clutter control.