Tag Archives: space saving

Wood Stamp Storage and Organization Tips

Wooden stamps have been around a very long time, long before scrapbookers were using them in their albums. So how do you store these little wooden items? It isn’t as cut and dry as the acrylic stamps since wooden stamps tend to take up so much more space, and if you have a lot you are looking at some serious space needs. For years I have been looking for that perfect solution, but long ago I realized that it is totally a personal choice. So what might work for me, might not work for you and so forth. Here is … Continue reading →

Paper Storage and Organization Tips

Paper is what most scrapbookers have the most of in their stash. There are two different types that need to be stored and organized – patterned paper and cardstock. In between those are the specialty papers like mulberry, velvet, vellum and others. So how does one go about organizing and storing their paper? There are two methods of storage; vertical and horizontal. There isn’t one way that works better than the next, it is a personal choice and a space issue. If you have nowhere to store your paper, than you are a bit flexible in how you achieve the … Continue reading →

Ink Pad Storage and Organization

Stamp pads can accumulate quickly, with all the luscious colors out there, and all of the different companies. From one company alone I have 35 different colors, not to mention a variety of other stamp pads and types. So what do you do when the stamp pads add up and the way you are storing them isn’t working for you? Over the years I have seen lots of different storage methods, but my favorite by far is the way that I have them stored. The reason I love it so much is because it was a totally FREE item that … Continue reading →

Containers in the Pantry

It is no secret that I usually keep a well-stocked food pantry. In fact, I have more than one. Having a stocked pantry makes it easy for me to plan meals and to fix meals economically, stocking up on groceries when the deals are good. We’ve written a few different pantry articles here on Families.com (I’ll give you the links to them at the end of this article), but I have some more tips to share, namely, using containers and reducing dead space. Using Containers Just because something arrived to your home in a certain package, doesn’t mean that it … Continue reading →

Tips for Getting a Scrap Area You’ll Love

We are not all blessed with our own scrapbook room. In fact, some of us make do by sharing a room with another part of the household. In addition, some of us don’t even have that luxury, some of us are blessed only with a cabinet or a closet. This can make getting a comfortable scrap area a lot harder to obtain. So what do you do when space is limited, you are on a budget and your area is simply not inspiring you? You get creative. Honestly, if you are a scrapbooker, you already possess the creative gene, so … Continue reading →

Spending Your Scrapbook Organization and Storage Dollars Wisely

Organization is the key to productivity, or so the old saying goes. So how do you get organized when you have very little to spend on storage? Is there a way to accomplish an organized system and not spend a lot? Certainly. The key to spending wisely is knowledge. Knowledge is power. Another one of those old sayings. Begin my taking note of what needs to be organized. Don’t just make a list that says ‘small embellishments’ or ‘paper’. What you need to do is pull each category apart. Not only do you need to count brads and eyelets, but … Continue reading →

Using a Drawer System for Scrapbook Storage and Organization

There are dozens of different ways to store your various supplies. With all the choices, it can confuse a scrapbooker who simply wants to get organized and be able to find things they want without searching. A drawer system is one of many ways to organize and store your scrapbook supplies. From a plastic cart with drawers to a dresser to an art chest, there are many different types of drawer systems available. There isn’t one that is better than another, and honestly it is a personal choice when it comes to organization anyway. If you would like to use … Continue reading →

Overhaul Your Pantry

When you open your pantry, do you find a tumble of cereal boxes, cleaning products and snacks? As homeowners, we tend to stash everything that we possibly can into a pantry. There is something about being able to stash it and close the door that can make a pantry quickly become a mess. A pantry can be so much more. You can have an organized food pantry, or an extended butler’s pantry that is truly functional. Turn your pantry into a purposeful space with the following tips. If you have a large, walk-in pantry, consider moving the microwave, the mixer … Continue reading →

Organization: Scrap Paper Scissors Mini Tote

With Springtime here finally, everyone around me is already getting ready for Spring Cleaning. So I decided to work on it myself too. Along with Spring cleaning, is a little bit of organizing too. I’d like to take the rest of March and part of April to share some great Organizational products and ideas with you. Have you seen this nifty tote by Scrap Paper Scissors? It’s called the Mini Organizer, and don’t let its name fool you. It holds a whole lot of scrapbooking stuff or any other craft you are into! This gorgeous little tote comes in all … Continue reading →

Sure-Fire Storage Solutions

Proper storage can really enhance your home. When everything has its own place, then you know your home looks and feels better. Not having to search for hours for things is another benefit of good storage. Here are some creative ideas that are sure-fire storage solutions for the things around your home. If you keep things in boxes in your attic, basement, garage or closet, if can be difficult to know what is in each box. Consequently, you may wind up buying copies of things that you already had but didn’t know that you had. If you have to stack … Continue reading →