It is a good idea to have your children start getting in the habit of helping you clean up after craft projects. If you and your kids make sure everything is tidy afterwards, you’ll be more likely to enjoy doing crafts more often. You’ll also make sure that craft supplies and tools are kept handy, so they’ll be accessible the next time you and your children want to work on a project together. Doing so also teaches children good work habits.
Another benefit is gathering up leftover scraps and pieces from one project so you can use them for another. You might be surprised how well a few leftover beads or small pieces of felt will work for something else you want to create.
Using separate containers to store these leftovers is also helpful, so you won’t have to dig through your supplies looking for the things you want. You can use inexpensive covered kitchen containers or choose from the many styles of home storage containers and bins available. There are also storage units that are designed specifically for sewing, painting, and other hobbies and crafts.
You don’t have to spend a lot of money on any of these items either. There are many affordable and even attractive options, or you can make a project out of decorating shoeboxes, hatboxes, or tins for storing your craft items. Having this kind of storage available will also make it easier for you to take advantage of great craft supply sales.
Before long, you will have gathered many items that can be used to make interesting projects. You might even find inspiration just by looking through the craft supplies you have already accumulated. Even the youngest children can be very creative, so let your kids look through the collection of craft supplies and have fun coming up with ideas together.