When Jonathan and I first started cosplaying, we just threw our cosplay swords and props into the corner of our closet.
Then the cosplays started adding up, and the swords and staffs and props started becoming a hazardous closet hogging heap of cheap steel that threatened to avalanche any time you so much as looked at it.
We didn’t really care about our prop storage problem… until we had kids. Now, a pile of sharp pointy things falling into / onto / around our babies just isn’t working for us.
So I did what any clever cosplayer would do. I took to Pinterest to solve this problem! I found a few ideas for garage storage for shovels and rakes and such and thought – BINGO!
Most of the tutorials involved using pallets taken apart, but we already had some pieces of 2×2, so we used those and set up a really simple storage compartment in the corner of our cosplay closet.
We set up nailers to the walls, and then three cross beams on the nailers. Then I painted the wood to match the closet walls and floor and TADA!!!! Cosplay sword and prop corner, hidden in the corner of the closet!
The best thing about this, is no more swords falling over, no more prop avalanches, no more digging in the closet and flinching thinking you are going to get a face full of a samurai sword.
Since my kiddos getting into the blades is also a concern (even though they are fake blades, I still worry!) I made sure to put my longest dresses and costumes hanging in that far corner. To this day, I don’t think my kiddos even know this blade stash EXISTS. (Parenting win!)
That’s such a good use of space. When my closet is finished being built I will share the way we used our space for formal wear.
Ohhh, I would love to see that! As new homeowners, I am still giddy with the idea of being able to alter and improve our living spaces!
A drawer/cupboard full of weapons… how neat is that 😀
RIGHT?!?! Cosplayers dream closet, haha!
Perfect organization!!!!
Kisses, Paola.
Thanks Paola!!! <3
Ohhh I can just imagine kids’ excitement if they discover this!
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Oh man…. I am trying to keep it secret for as long as possible! haha…
Sounds like a great tip
I am glad you found it helpful!! <3
What a great storage hack!
Thanks!! I am way too proud of this one! lol!
That is so fun! Thanks for the tip! Are you on White Walls? I bet the ladies in there would love to see that! Fantastic hack. We don’t really have storage at all…..I mean it’s awful here but thanks for this!
White Walls??? Not sure what that is! Send me more info???
Oh sorry it’s a FB group for mil spouses that are really into home decor. I’m always in awe of what those fellow spouses can do! https://www.facebook.com/groups/whitewalls13/
This is great inspiration for my Halloween costume collection!
Glad you found it useful!! <3
That’s so awesome! I love how neat and organized it is. And hiding it all with the dress is a smart idea.
Yeah, I put all our longer costumes on that side.. it works out perfectly! <3
It’s very cool and useful.
Kisses
Maggie Dallospedale
Thanks Maggie!
Wow, you have really nice collection of swords, dear! 🙂 What’s more, you came up with really smart idea, dear! 🙂
This is after we massively downgraded our collection too, haha!
Wow! What a nice collection. And awesome usage of space.
Thanks!! It is WAY better than having them clutter up my garage! haha
This was a great idea and a huge space saver.
LaToya
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Isnt it?! Thanks for stopping by sweetie!
I love Pinterest for all the neat ideas that I get from it… I just found two ideas for my kitchen I am adding on this weekend and I have a pallet shelf I want to make… they are abundant here and free… I am looking forward to see how it turns out xox
I really want to see these project you do!! You need to start blogging about them! <3
I was invited to a Cosplay New Years Eve party and kicked myself because I didn’t have an outfit.
I love this storage closet hack, I need to implement it ASAP 🙂
Whaaaat?! Too bad you didnt live closer, I totally would have hooked you up!! 😉
so many props you have…cool DIY 🙂
Thanks! <3
Have a lovely day hun!
Kisses, Paola.
You too Paola, thanks for stopping by!
Wow, I’m impressed! Always wanted to do that especially when in Tokyo 🙂
I am SO jealous of your travels girl, seriously!!
This is a GREAT idea. I love that the clothes hide it too, so your kids don’t even notice!
Yeah, its like ninja storage! haha!
ovely 🙂
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<3 Thanks for stopping by sweety!
Oh I like organized things! This is fantastic.
Thanks Jen!
Love this idea, such a great use of space and fun. Thanks!
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Simple and effective.
Yup yup!! <3