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From the garden to the kitchen to the bedroom, Amy can’t stop herself from constantly switching up the style in her living space. When she’s not working as a writer and editor, you can (try to) find her traveling the world, hibernating with a great book, and swimming with sea turtles.
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My main goal for the past two years has been decluttering. I am the queen of half-finished projects, abandoned hobbies, and am a compulsive saver of everything. While I have made major progress, there’s only so much you can stash away sight-unseen in a one-bedroom apartment. After moving, I decided that I couldn’t abide by anymore white or black clunky plastic bins in my space, but I still was on the hunt for something practical. When someone from Folden Lane reached out about their new collapsible faux leather storage bins, I wanted to try one immediately.
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I received the medium size in Olive, along with a set of dividers and a labeling tool kit. Designed by studio Box Clever, this storage basket shipped flat, so it required 55 percent less packing materials. I receive a lot of boxes and I get very annoyed when a company is wasteful by sending too big of a box. I appreciated Folden Lane’s focus on sustainability and functionality. The medium box is 17- inches long, 12.5-inches wide, and 9-inches tall.
This storage bin features an innovative design — you pull strings (which are hidden underneath some faux leather at the top of the box) to get the box to form its shape. The bin comes in both square and rectangle shapes. You can pick from two different sizes for the square version and four for the rectangle. It only took me about five minutes to assemble my medium-sized rectangular bin — and this is coming from a person who once built her IKEA dresser drawers inside out.
When the bin was ready to be filled, I was a little worried about how much it could fit, but I managed to stuff all of my crafting supplies in it from various hobbies (scrapbooks, needlepoint kits, yarn, painting supplies, canvases, and my large collection of pens). The bin has been surprisingly durable and hasn’t stretched at all. If I didn’t know the leather was fake, I might have been fooled. It’s so buttery soft and looks luxe compared to the other storage bins. The inside is also coated in a soft microfiber material, so I definitely would consider filling it with delicate keepsakes if I ever finish all of these craft projects. This bin truly could live in any room — laundry, kitchen, living room, bedroom, or bathroom — and adds a touch of style at the sane time. It comes in Black, Olive, Dove, or Indigo, so most will be able to find a color that suits their space.
But my favorite thing about this Folden Lane basket is that it’s collapsible. If I for whatever reason don’t need this bin, I can fold it down flat and tuck it away without it taking up any extra space. My default when getting rid of organizing solutions is to donate them, because usually they don’t fold flat. It feels like a waste of money. This bin, though a little pricey, is something I will keep for years to come.
Erin writes about all things shopping-related for The Kitchn, including highlighting small cookware brands, testing cool products, or scoping out need-to-know sales. She’s also a regular at the Trader Joe’s cheese section and has a never-ending supply of tea at home.
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If I’m being honest, there are a lot of home organizers on the market that are super functional but a little lacking in the looks department. At AT, we strive to find and share stackable bins, hanging closet accessories, and even toilet paper stands that aren’t eyesores. And on sites like Amazon, where every so often you have to really dig to find something that meets your practical needs and interior aesthetic, that can be a feat. When we discover a cheap solution that looks trendy or upscale, then, we can’t wait to bring it onto your radar. That’s definitely the case for these adorable mini plastic baskets by the brand NASHRIO. Serving as drawer dividers or simple storage caddies, they’ll bring a hint of farmers market chic to your space.
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If you’re a frequent shopper or online peruser of some of the known trendy home retailers, you might’ve seen similar looking crates. This set from Amazon, however, is bound to be cheaper, as it comes in a pack of four small baskets for just $12. Appearance-wise, the NASHRIO baskets are virtually indistinguishable from those sold by other stores. Customers are delighted by their versatility, too. “These are the niftiest little boxes to hold so many paper-crafting parts,” one reviewer mused. “Folded up, they pack perfectly in a crafting bag for transport. The only challenge?!? I need to purchase a bunch more…” Sounds like a good problem to have, if you ask me.
Just like their array of pretty colors, the NASHRIO baskets also come in more than one size. The smaller version is best for keeping toiletries neatly tucked away in drawers. But the medium pack works especially well for holding larger kitchen and office supplies. Wherever you decide to put them, these bins will bring some brightness to otherwise ordinary spaces. “These cubbies are perfect for holding my nightly prescriptions, mini lotions, and Polaroid photo albums,” one happy customer shared. “They bring a very cute burst of color to my room and are a must for any Danish pastel aesthetic lover.” Another cool feature? The baskets are collapsible, so you can flatten and stow them away when they’re not in use.
Because these caddies are so cute, they would also make a great present, maybe even a nice foundation for a gift basket. Back-to-school season is here, so get your dorm dwellers something sweet to remind them of home. At this low price, it’s a purchase you won’t regret.
Britt is a stargazer and sunrise-chaser with a collection of magic erasers, and a fascination with the fantastic. A storyteller at heart, she finds inspiration in all the small things, and can likely be found singing show tunes, catching up on K-dramas, or going on adventures to satiate her natural-born wanderlust. (Sometimes even all at the same time.)