What has happened to toy boxes? The ubiquitous wooden vessels most of us had as kids are very thin on the ground these days, replaced by “storage systems” for the masses of toys modern kids own. But stylewise, toy boxes have it all over plastic bins and particle-board shelves, particularly this little beauty from Mod Mom Furniture.
Made by a work-at-home mom who learned the craft of woodwork from hanging around in her dad’s woodshop, the Owyn Toy Box is crafted from eco-friendly birch plywood and painted with non-toxic paints. And the ingenious design, with lift-off leaves instead of a hinged top, will prevent little slammed fingers. Maybe you can even get your children to help you pick up the toys!
Available at designpublic.com.