Make a blanket holder

Question

Make a blanket holderlooking for DIY ideas To hold extra blankets we have. Something like a blanket ladder or truly anything  unique. I would like it to be durable I have five children are young is too young so there’s lots of activity here I need something somewhat big and efficient to store/display the larger blankets and Oddly large number of blankets we have accumulated. I wouldn’t mind making it out something that is repurposed. Or pallets…. Or anything constructive I wouldn’t mind trying to make but it’s just me trying to do it on her own so make it simple adorable and nice. Thank you

Redcatcec · Answer

Here is a really neat idea for storage and looks simple to make:

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/blanket-wall-rack-solid-oak-handmade-locally-in-minnesota--347410558763750176/

GrandmasHouseDIY · Answer

Hi Amber, this is what we did with an old ladder of my Grandpa's. It currently holds almost all of our extra blankets in our living room and is quite durable! https://www.hometalk.com/diy/build/furniture/blanket-storage-shelves-out-of-my-grandpa-s-old-wooden-ladder-44265034

Mogie · Answer

Why not a storage bench with a id that lifts up to provide extra storage. You could sit on the bench to put on shoes etc. and then store your blankets inside also. Extra storage but out of sight.

Cheryl A · Answer

if you have a lot of blankets you should go through them and donate the ones you never use or don't need; or store the extras in clear containers or the space bags you use a vacuum on to get the air out

here is info on making a blanket holder

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8xxxJX_Uo8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZhJw2AcTTo

Janice · Answer

A blanket ladder can be made simply by locating a few tree branches. Two relatively the same size for the outer frame and smaller shorter ones for the horizontal rungs. They can be tied together with jute twine or cotton rope or leather strips to make the piece sturdy enough to hang a variety of heavy blankets on the rungs.

Cher @ Designs By Studio C · Answer

I have plans on my blog to build a blanket ladder using 2x4s and dowel rods... It can be found here: https://designsbystudioc.com/diy-plans-build-decorative-ladder/ I hope this helps!

William · Answer

Few ideas from other Hometalkers

https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=blanket%20ladder

Ann|The Apple Street Cottage · Answer

Here's a link to an inexpensive one:

https://www.hertoolbelt.com/5-dollar-blanket-ladder-plans/

Dee · Answer

This has truly unique holders. I learned a lot just checking it out https://www.pinterest.com/ardhana8064/blanket-rack/

17335038 · Answer

If you are considering purchasing any new beds or sofas in the near future, I would suggest to look into the trundle style. These come with a space-saving built-in storage drawer that is large enough for blankets, yet keeps them easy to access when needed.

Here are a couple of examples:

Johnavallance82 · Answer

I prefer mine to be stored in vaccuum bags or Ottoman myself.

Maura White · Answer

Check this out: https://www.hertoolbelt.com/5-dollar-blanket-ladder-plans/

Homeroad · Answer

I have used a blanket ladder and here is a tutorial to make one yourself from a repurposed bunk bed ladder https://www.homeroad.net/2013/05/ladder-blanket-organizer.html.

You can also just use a large canvas bin or basket!

Kim |Exquisitely Unremarkable · Answer

I would try to find an old cabinet or bookshelf at the curb or thrift. Then I would get an old window or make a simple wooden frame at attache chicken wire to it as a door. I would paint the inside and outside with fun colors and place the blankets neatly folded inside.