When you’re decorating on a budget, Ikea is the place to go! But the best finds from Ikea are those that can be used for a completely different purpose than originally intended by the manufacturer. Give your toddler’s room or playroom a stylish update with these 5 Ikea finds.

Keep those toy cars off the floor with this clever idea! Ikea’s Grundtal metallic knife rack ($9) or the Asker metallic knife rack ($15) will do the trick.

Don’t know what to do with your child’s masterpieces? We think this idea to use Ikea’s Dignet Curtain Rings and Clips ($5) and Ikea’s Dignet Curtain Wire ($13) to display your kids’ art is genius!

Let your tot’s creative juices flow — on a surface other than your walls — with a chalkboard easel. Ikea’s Mala easel ($15) is perfect for your child’s art corner or playroom and you can easily paint the wooden frame to match your decor.

From princess bracelets and lip gloss, to toy cars and trading cards, keep your toddler’s smaller — but valuable – possessions organized in Ikea’s PS Clock ($30).

Create an art studio for your kiddo with a little chalkboard paint — and Ikea’s Asker containers ($6), hooks ($4) and rails ($8) for them to store their art supplies!
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