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Studio Update: Craft Supplies | How to Organise Your Creative Space

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When I moved into my new studio my first though was how tidy I was going to be now I have all this space to play with. (Actually, that’s a lie. My first thought was damn it’s cold in here – how can I heat this ice box!? But that’s not as fun a memory.) I was convinced that since the supplies had lived in a room an eight of the size, once I moved everything over it would be a breeze getting organising now I had this extra room. I had high hope things would find their own homes, Mary Popping stylee.

Eight months later that spoon full of sugar effect has not happened. (who was I kidding?) And in fact, now I have the extra space I have more and more “essential” (air quote hands) materials coming in that I need to find space for. It’s never ending!

I do actually have a lot of ideas to get everything in order.  I don’t want the next eight months to fly by in the mess and clutter I’m currently surrounded by, so I’m going to share each step to achieving an organised life with you in an effort to keep moving forward and to create a workspace I’m most productive in.

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These hanging storage organisers are generally used for wardrobe accessories but they are perfect for storing all those pesky little craft items. The ones that seem to get themselves lost the moment you need them and appear again as soon as you don’t. I’ve gone for the clear pockets so I can quickly and easily find what I need. But if you wanted to hide everything away while still keep it organised and easily accessed then there are some gorgeous fabric versions available.

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Simply fill the pockets with your supplies. Try to stick to lighter products as the weight does add up over all of these pockets. Keep any heavier items you do store in the middle pockets to keep the weight balanced.

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I’ve been using this system for a couple of weeks now and I can honesty say it’s making life much easier. As you can probably tell from the pictures, I don’t have any kind of system in place for arranging the materials in the pockets, but using the clear version means I can scan over the hangers and find what I need in seconds (instead of rummaging through draws and boxes for half an hour before). I think I can call it. Our first organisation tip is a success!

I’d love to hear your thought on whether you think this will work for you and if you have any tips for organising and storing craft materials. Please leave a comment below!

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  1. Abi says

    July 16, 2016 at 9:48 pm

    I LOVE this idea, it’s genius! I might have to get me some of those wardrobe hanging thingymabobs!

    Reply
    • fran says

      July 16, 2016 at 10:49 pm

      Hey Abi! Thingymabobs is exactly the right name for these hangy, pockety jobbies. haha! I promise they will definitely improve your storage situation – although you will end up filling your wardrobe up ;D

      Reply
  2. Em says

    July 16, 2016 at 10:35 pm

    I’m having the same issue. I’ve got a lovely new craft space, but I have very little storage. It always feels so messy. This is such a great idea!

    Reply
    • fran says

      July 16, 2016 at 10:50 pm

      Hey Em! Thanks :D Storage is hard right? You can’t really figure it out before you know what you need to store, so you kind of have to make a mess first. At least that’s the way I’m looking at it right now ;D

      Reply
  3. Sarah says

    July 17, 2016 at 8:04 pm

    I have all of my painting stuff in a corner by my kitchen… not the best system! I need to organize like this.
    Sarah | http://www.evolvette.com

    Reply
    • fran says

      July 20, 2016 at 9:36 pm

      Hey Sarah! Yes, I’m lucky now I have this space but I know the pains of trying to squeeze in supplies. I’ll do my best to keep posting more ideas that might help! x

      Reply
  4. Michelle says

    July 18, 2016 at 1:11 pm

    That’s an amazing idea, I definitely have to organise all my DIY stuff!
    https://www.makeandmess.com/

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    • fran says

      July 20, 2016 at 9:35 pm

      Thanks Michelle! We keep trying don’t we ;D

      Reply
  5. Margaret MacDonald says

    July 18, 2016 at 3:47 pm

    YES, these storage “pockets” are a GOD send !! When we moved our things into a different room “I” got them PLUS – – 2 shoe pocket ones for over the door (both sides) for punches & border ones. IF they are a “set” I keep them on the same line so I can match them easier. We can always use new ideas that someone has. M.J.M.

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    • fran says

      July 20, 2016 at 9:34 pm

      Hey Margaret! You sound like you know a thing or two about organising! You’ve inspired me to try the shoe organisers out. Maybe I can store my fabric in them? I’ll try to keep coming up with more ideas for us both ;)

      Reply
  6. Christiine says

    July 18, 2016 at 3:54 pm

    Love this idea ….. I have one but my pockets are opaque so I pegged some lovely little labels on the outside. Like you say, spacesaving organisation!!!

    Reply
    • fran says

      July 20, 2016 at 9:31 pm

      This is a great idea!! I bet they look neat and tidy, while the whole time you know where everything is!

      Reply
  7. Eva says

    July 25, 2016 at 2:43 pm

    This is such a good idea! I wish I had my own room to work in, then I’d get some of these “hanging pockets” right away o^o
    Maybe when my son moves out, in 10 years or so. I have the right to dream.
    Anyway, I’m currently storing thread, beads and pieces (basically everything) in both small and big boxes, and getting that one piece I need at the bottom of the big box, which is stored somewhere underneath everything else is such a turnoff… Ah, I need to find a method of organizing instead of spamming you with my envy and complaints!

    Reply
  8. Eden Passante says

    September 7, 2016 at 5:20 pm

    What a great way to get organized! I’m definitely trying this!

    Reply
  9. moon says

    February 6, 2019 at 7:44 am

    Anyway, I’m currently storing thread, beads and pieces (basically everything) in both small and big boxes, and getting that one piece I need at the bottom of the big box, which is stored somewhere underneath everything else is such a turnoff… Ah, I need to find a method of organizing instead of spamming you with my envy and complaints!

    Reply
  10. Lisa says

    March 29, 2019 at 6:01 am

    Consider a small family, but my husband is one of 7 children so I get that big family feel when we have family gatherings on his side. I must like it because we are on baby #6 (and possibly we are the reason that the average here in the US is 2 rather than 1 like in Canada and most of Europe according to your chart!)

    Reply

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