Two Simple Ways to Finally Organize Your Board Games

Imagine this: game night is about to start and you’re trying to get Sorry out from under a dangerously high stack of board games. You were almost successful, until Monopoly decided to give way. Now you’re facing a disastrous pile of fake money, dice, games cards, and half ripped instructions.

It is easy to get frustrated when a fun night turns into another thing to clean rather than a way to make memories.

Today, I’m sharing two simple ways to store board games so you can avoid the chaos!

Option 1: Original Boxes (with minor upgrades)

Many of my professional organizing clients love the nostalgia of the original board game boxes. I can’t argue…they brighten up a room! Unfortunately, over time the boxes get very loved and show it: rips, tears, and non-functioning lids.

Also…how in the heck do you stack them nicely in a closet or on a shelf without them toppling every time?

STORE VERTICALLY & USE RUBBER BANDS.

Trust me.

I know, you’re thinking vertical storage of board games sounds like a mess with pieces falling out left and right. Thankfully, Amazon carries amazing, large, durable, rubber bands. I use these to hold everything together. For games like Apples to Apples, I use zipper pouches inside to keep cards from spilling everywhere.

With these simple upgrades, your games suddenly have a neat, library-style look.

A recent client loved this option because it preserved the “look” of their game shelf but made grabbing and putting away the games so much easier.

Option 2: Zipper Pouches & Bins

If you read the first option and are still feeling frustrated with your boxes that don’t stack, this next option is for you. Zipper pouches are a game-changer! Each game goes in its own pouch and then all of the pouches tuck nicely into a bin or bins.

You can cut the original box and tape it to the pouch to still benefit from the beautiful artwork…

OR

…simply label the pouch with a label maker for a clean and modern look.

I always recommend opaque or clear bins — they keep the space looking tidy but also accommodate the visual people in your house who want to quickly glance to find the game they want.

One family I worked with told me their kids now play more often because the games are easier to grab and nothing spills when they put them away.

Quick Wins

• Decide if you love the look of original boxes or prefer a cleaner system.

• Upgrade original boxes with bands, pouches, & vertical storage.

• Switch to zipper pouches and opaque bins for the most durable, kid-friendly option.

Whether you love your boxes or are ready to toss them, a simple system makes game night stress-free.

If this feels like too much to tackle alone, I’d love to help set up your perfect board game system.

Hey! I am Aubrianne, and I love my job—I’m a professional home organizer in Logan, UT. I travel all around the Cache Valley (from end to end…and side to side) and beyond (like Garden City and Ogden!) clearing clutter from people’s homes. No matter where you’re starting—I can help you. We can declutter, organize, and give you systems to make sure you can keep it up once I’m gone.

CLICK HERE to schedule a complimentary consultation with me to talk about how you can feel peace, happiness, no stress in your home!