Saturday, August 31, 2024
Steps to Discover Online Exclusive Stampin' Up! Products
Sunday, August 18, 2024
Discover the Best Small Quilting Ruler Storage Solution for Your Craft Room - Series 3
A Handy Way to Store Small Quilting Rulers
A. Start with an expandable file folder, as seen in the picture above. This expandable folder is convenient because it's lightweight, has cut-out handles for carrying, and includes colorful dividers. The file folder fits in an IKEA Kallax unit, although I keep mine on the counter by the cutting mat.
B. Next, count out thirteen Job Ticket Holders, 9" x 12", to label and place in each slot. (I have used these holders for years - storing cardstock, organizing Paper Pumpkin kits, organizing stickers, etc.)
Tips on Labeling:
A. Using my label maker, I have a code to print and attach labels to the top of the Job Ticket Holders. (My label maker is no longer available, so I have linked to an updated version.)
B. The first two letters are an abbreviation of the company or manufacturer of the ruler.
C. Next, I write the generic name of the ruler.
D. In the picture, the first label is "BL: Flying Geese," which stands for Bloc_Loc, Flying Geese. Numbering or using color-coordinating stickers on the labels will assist in returning the holders to the correct slots.
E. All instructions for using the ruler are placed inside the Job Ticket Holder along with the corresponding ruler.
Storing Rulers in Mesh Bags
If you prefer to store your rulers in an IKEA Kallax System, the zippered mesh bags are a great idea! The inside measurement is 12.5" x 8.75".
Have fun organizing your smaller rulers!
Did you miss a previous organization post?
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Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Organizing Your Craft Space - Series 2
Let's Start Organizing!
Set your timer for thirty minutes, turn on your favorite tunes, and start cleaning the most used paper crafting tools. Microfiber towels are my first choice for dusting and cleaning. However, I have switched from single-layer microfiber towels purchased in bulk to super absorbent coral velvet microfiber to wipe down my stamps when they need deeper cleaning. Why? The thickness of the towels minimizes lint!
For everyday stamp cleaning, I prefer the Stampin' Up! Simply Shammy. To prepare the Shammy, soak it in water until soft, wring out the excess water, and it is ready to clean your stamps by gently wiping the stamp to remove excess ink. The Standard Stamp Cases work well to store the Shammy.
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Saturday, August 10, 2024
Organizational Products for Your Craft Room - Series I
Are you feeling a lack of inspiration in your crafting projects? You are not alone! Some crafters are experiencing a creative block lately.
The good news is that a simple solution might be right in front of you - revamp your crafting space! You can reignite that spark of creativity by making a few changes, like adding new items and rearranging your setup.
Discovering a sale makes organizing even better.
Let's get creative and make some changes to our spaces together!