If your family loves CONNETIX as much as ours does, you’ll know how quickly those colourful tiles can take over the house.
Keeping them organised doesn’t have to ruin the magic of play though. A little structure can actually make it easier for kids to find what they need, start building independently, and even tidy up when they’re finished - sometimes.
Here are some of our favourite (and realistic) ways to store and organise your CONNETIX tiles.
🌈 Clear Storage Tubs
Simple, stackable, and satisfying - clear tubs are our top pick for families who like easy access. You can see all the colours and shapes at a glance, which makes play setups faster and tidying up less of a mystery.
💡 Tip: Choose tubs with click lids and flat bases so your kids can carry and stack them safely.
Why we love them:
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Great for sorting by colour or shape.
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Easy to move between rooms or store under a bed.
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Budget-friendly and practical.
🛒 Rolling Carts
Rolling carts are game-changers for families who build everywhere. Whether it’s the living room today and the deck tomorrow, your CONNETIX creations can travel with ease. This is what we use, it was very affordable from KMart.
Why we love them:
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Keeps pieces visible and organised.
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Rolls away neatly when playtime’s over.
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Perfect for shared sibling play zones.
🧱 Drawer Systems & Sorting Trays
For the ultra-organised (or those who just love a rainbow), drawer systems or shallow trays are perfect for sorting by shape or colour. Kids love being able to grab exactly what they need to finish a build.
💡 Tip: Repurpose art drawers or craft organisers - they’re often the perfect size for CONNETIX tiles.
Why we love them:
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Encourages independent play and clean-up.
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Helps kids recognise shapes and patterns.
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Looks beautiful on a shelf or playroom wall.
✨ Display Shelves
Some builds are just too good to pull apart straight away. Displaying CONNETIX creations gives kids a sense of pride - and makes for the most joyful décor.
💡 Tip: Use open shelving or a low cube unit so kids can see and reach their masterpieces safely.
Why we love them:
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Turns builds into art.
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Encourages longer, more thoughtful play.
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Adds colour and joy to your play space.
🧩 Bonus: Base Plates as Storage
We know… it sounds strange, but hear us out! Base Plates stack beautifully together, and you can use the gaps between to sandwich smaller tiles or create a quick carry station for works-in-progress.
💡 Tip: Keep your Base Plates in pairs - one on the bottom, one on top - to create a portable “build box” that can slide onto a shelf.
💡 Tips & Tricks for Making Storage Work
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Make it kid-friendly. If they can’t reach it, they won’t use it.
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Keep it light and flexible. Your storage shouldn’t limit creativity.
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Sort together. Clean-up time doubles as colour and shape learning.
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Add some light. Setting up near a window creates beautiful colour reflections for instant play inspiration.
The best part? A tidy play area means your kids will reach for their CONNETIX more often - and that’s a win for everyone.
