Living large in a tiny cottage: How we comfortably fit three kids into one small bedroom
I have a little confession to make—I used to be a "closet holder." You know, the type who hoards fabric scraps and old wine corks, just in case a crafting emergency strikes. But guess what? Life happened, and so did three tiny humans, prompting us to embark on a 5-year (and counting) journey toward minimalism and tiny living.
Let me give you the express version of our story: We've been dreaming of relocating to Canada for a while now. However, the great move requires us to be debt-free and reduce our belongings to a minimalist's dream. So, we packed up our dreams, bid farewell to clutter, and moved into a cozy cottage on our parents' property. And let me tell you, it's been quite the adventure!
Now, let's dive into the heart of our tiny living tactics because, honestly, squeezing five people into a two-bedroom cottage isn't a walk in the park. But we'd rather be spending our time playing with our trio of kiddos than drowning in a sea of stuff.
Maximizing Floor Space:
Picture this—a room with three beds on the floor would've been a real-life game of Tetris. So, we decided to raise two of the beds, not only giving the boys a sense of "big-boy-ness" but also creating some precious real estate for epic floor play.
Creating Sections:
To avoid the "where does sleep end, and play begin" confusion, we went Picasso on the room. The bottom half got transformed into a fun seascape, effectively dividing the room into cozy sleep havens and a vibrant play area.
Minimizing Clothes:
We have a make-shift closet (and some really shady wobbly editing going on below). Yeah, we're working on the real deal, but for now, it's a game-changer. Each kiddo gets a drawer for PJs and another for bottoms. The rule? If the drawer can't close, it's time for a wardrobe intervention. Pro tip: Less clothes = less laundry = more playtime!
Toy Rotation:
Ever heard the saying "too many toys spoil the fun"? Well, it's true! With only a handful of toys in the room, our mini humans are genuinely engaged and ready to explore. When we sense toy fatigue setting in, we play the rotation game—swap the current toys with some from the shed. It's like Christmas morning, every time.
And there you have it, our secrets to living large in a tiny space while ensuring our three little adventurers have room to dream, play, and grow. Stay tuned for more tales from our cozy cottage—we've got crafts, laughter, and possibly a few more closet confessions coming your way!