Preserving Your Children’s Precious Memories: TV Star Amy Childs Partners With Attic Self Storage and Shares Her Top Tips
TV personality Amy Childs knows how quickly life’s milestones can pass us by – especially at this time of year, when “Back to School” brings so many moments to treasure. Among her most precious keepsakes are her twins’ first hospital hats, daughter Polly’s very first baby grow, and son Ritchie’s much-loved teddy – each one a tangible reminder of a moment worth holding onto.
To celebrate the launch of Attic Self Storage’s new branches in Barking & Dagenham and Enfield, Amy has teamed up with the brand to share her key tips to curate a memory box, a stylish way to safeguard the objects that hold meaning and tell a story for years to come.
Amy Childs’ Top Tips for Creating a Memory Box You’ll Treasure
1. Be Selective: It’s About Meaning, Not Just Memorabilia
When Amy first started, she kept everything – baby socks, every single drawing, piles of school reports. But a memory box isn’t a storage bin, it’s a curated time capsule.
Her advice: ask yourself, Does this tell a part of their story? If yes, keep it. If not, let it go.
2. Save the Moments That Matter
Amy always makes space for:
- The hospital band and first tiny outfit
- A photo or note from their first few days
- Scribbles or paintings that sparked emotion
- A handmade birthday card or a sweet note
- A letter she writes each year on their birthday
- Little things, packed with big feelings
3. Let Go of the Guilt: You Don’t Need to Keep Everything
Not everything needs saving. Amy suggests letting go of:
- Duplicates (one drawing is enough)
- Bulky toys or blankets (photograph them instead)
- Everyday school worksheets
- Anything stained, torn or falling apart
If an item’s in good condition, donate it so another child can love it too.
4. Store It Beautifully
Instead of stuffing keepsakes into plastic tubs or yellowing envelopes, Amy uses:
- A wooden memory box – substantial and long-lasting
- Acid-free paper to prevent fading
- Pouches and dividers for delicate items
- Quick labels or notes to record the story behind each piece
5. When You Run Out of Space, Think Outside the Box
With four children, space fills up fast. Amy’s solution? Finding extra storage beyond the home. Secure, well-organised storage facilities – like the new Attic Self Storage sites in Barking and Enfield – can help families keep treasured items safe without them taking over the living space.
As Amy notes, the years have a way of slipping past almost unnoticed. A memory box offers a way to hold onto those fleeting moments, capturing them before they fade. With Attic Self Storage, you’ll always have a safe space to keep those treasured items close at hand – accessible whenever you want to revisit and relive the memories.
