Last summer I finished organising my craft space. It took months of planning, seeking out storage solutions and regular trips to IKEA. I finally opted for an IKEA EXPEDIT unit to house my vast craft collection.
I chose an IKEA ALEX drawer unit to store my wood backed stamps. I like that it sits on wheels and fits underneath my IKEA EXPEDIT desk.
Unfortunately, it hasn’t been the ‘Crafty Ever After’ I’d hoped for! I missed a vital consideration when planning my craft space… Beware the Shopaholic!
I forgot to take into account my craft treasure magpie eye, and left no room to expand. It hasn’t taken long for things to get out of control and now it’s all a bit chaotic again! The mess causes creative misery and I spend more time trying to clear a space and searching for supplies than I do crafting.
I’ll keep you updated on my craft storage journey. 😉
I know what you mean Zoe that is so where I am at right now. Trying to get things organized so I can use what I have. I know us THA ladies would be very happy to take things off your hands. hehe !
Having too much to choose from can certainly put one in that “frozen in the headlights” state. I know what you are describing, nature abhors a vacuum when it comes to craft supplies, and as such there comes a point where we crowd ourselves and our creativity out with too much stuff.
Ah yes… the detriment of too much. All I can say is… you know my address and I’m not picky! LOL.
Organizing the craft room keeps me sane. I love sorting and, well, hoarding.
Love your crafty studio!
If there is a heaven, i hope it looks like your studio ;))
It’s beautiful, and I just got IKEA Expedits too!!!
If ever there are things you must find new homes for, my address is but an email away! <3
(Leashah @ swap-bot)
super jealous of your craft space and your luscious stamps!