Good morning Therese! This video was very helpful. Thank you for the great ideas! I am ALWAYS looking for better ways to make my craft room more efficient. I started out many years ago with the wooden stacking cubes. I got one with the hanging file folders and ended up using it to keep my paper scraps, each folder for a separate color family. It is right next to my work area and so convenient! It is amazing how often I am looking for a scrap instead of using a whole piece of cardstock. There is nothing like a setup where once you sit down for a project and don't have to keep getting up to go look for something!
That's a great idea! I used to have concertina folders that I kept my scraps in (also in colour families) and this worked a treat for a very long time. I am not exactly sure why I stopped... but having the scraps in with the A4 coordinating colours is working for me so far. But I may revert back in time, I think our craft spaces are never 'finished' they are 'ever-evolving' lol.
Paper really is the Rabbit Hole. I’ve only been back at card making for a year now but I quickly made the decision to keep the paper under control. But it mysteriously grows! I do like your idea on storing those paper type items that don’t stand up well because that is an issue I haven’t been able to resolve. Will give your storage idea a go. Thanks
I started out scrapbooking and then added cardmaking. I used to have drawers for my paper but found those 12 x 12 holders and never looked back. I also use those same A4 size for my specialty papers and I have one for each of the different type of scraps. I use the Kmart clear kitchen containers for my design paper. I have to confess I have way too much but what’s a girl to do😄💕
I know right, we 'need' all the things Sharon lol. I have been looking for some 6 X 6 storage for the small paper pads to keep them together... wish me luck!
Yes, for me it's kinda like a can of worms.... now I am looking at my inks and thinking how to sort them better... before I do my new Craft room tour lol.
If I had a nickel for every time I told a creator that their idea was 'brilliant', I'd own the bank, but YOUR IDEA IS *BRILLIANT*! I just moved from one side of the United States to the other and boy oh boy do I have the need for some paper storage! Turning the 12x12 organizational holders on their side is absolutely mind blowing! I purchased a bunch of them from Temu and, like you, found it such a hassle to pull one off the shelf to get a paper or a packet out because I usually had several other things in my hand (I mean, it's not that I'm LAZY or anything 🤔🤨🤭). I'm also going to pull apart all my paper pads and put each one into its own sleeve, as you suggested. In my favor is that I'm not on anyone's design team or anything, so I don't have to keep track of exactly what I'm using. Working against me is the fact that I'm a junk journaler, and WE KEEP EVERYTHING! I sincerely thank you for sharing all these ideas. Hugs from the Midwest, USA, MK 🤗 🤗
Oooh, just the idea of packing up and moving my room has me in a quiver lol. How exciting for you, and what a great time to sort and organize everything! I am so very happy that you like these ideas and that you took the time to write your lovely comment, you have totally made my day!!
I really liked how you put the plastic containers on their sides to make them dividers, much easier to see and a nicer look. Also like the vellum, acetate and etc. in those plastic containers, I never seen able to find those specialty papers when I need them , thanks so much!
hahaha, wouldn't it be amazing if I was that popular Sarah lol. There are definitely other versions of the same products that I did link, or hopefully they get them back in stock soon. Glad to hear that you liked the storage ideas I used!
Thanks, I really like the tip of using the plastic “boxes” on their sides. I do this with magazine folders for my Thickers alphabets for scrapbooking but it never occured to me to use the same approach for the A4 cardstock for cardmaking. Jeannine
I use a vertical file drawer with hanging folders for my A4 papers. I can label the folders with manufacturers and color names . All i do is open the drawer and they are all there in front of me and easily accessible.
for the 12x12 paper that you are keeping you could cut it down to the A4 size of your other cardstock and put it in with those. you may use it more... great video thanks for the ideas!
I agree Sheryl, this is a great idea and I did think about doing that, but it felt like too much work lol. But, in the future if I do find that I don't use the papers that I kept I may just do it then. Thanks for sharing this awesome tip!
My papers are all 12x12 as I'm a scrapbooker, although I have one 2 packs of A4 white for cards and card fronts. I will be turning my storage folders on their side as I need to stand up to access them. I have cardstock in rainbow order but papers are in name of collection so alpha order. This works very well for me. Thanks for the tips.
Great ideas Terese. I use a lot of the same methods and am constantly changing things around. I don’t have heaps of coloured card stock though. Thanks for sharing. ❤️👍
Yes, I've found that since my die collection has increased so has my coloured cardstock. Although I will just as happily use 'self coloured' cardstock using inks or markers to get the exact colour that I want! Thanks so much for your lovely visit and comments here today Maree!
I know that you can buy small tabs with adhesive on each side then you can slip in a piece of the cardstock or a label name. They are used on the top of the dividers that you can get for filing cabinets, like these ones here (this is an affiliate link which means if you buy something using it then I get a small commission at no extra cost to you) amzn.to/3DuKFnr Or you probably already have everything you need to make a 'homemade' version of this with a strong double sided tape and heavy weight acetate or clear plastic packaging...
Helloooo, my friend! How delightful to watch you organize your papers - much of these ideas I already use, but I do like the idea of protecting that rainbow of gorgeousness in protective folders instead of the original packaging. One day I'll be borrowing that tip! Lovely to hear your voice again, Therese! I've been missing you! =] xx
Well, I only have about 10 plastic pockets/envelopes for all of my paper. I made four of my own 12 x 12 pockets out of heavy-ish vinyl and clear tape, and that's been working well for me. The six store-bought ones have snaps like yours, which I don't use either. I had just tucked the flap in behind the paper, but I'm going to go and cut the snaps off right this minute! What a great idea!
What a fabulous idea to make your own 12 X 12 pockets... I'm sure I have some somewhere that I bought long ago, but used them to keep card 'bits' together until I had finished a certain design. Now I tend to finish things before going onto the next project.
I like all of your ideas. It’s amazing how much cleaner and neater things look when a do you have a system that’s cohesive. I really like the way your papers are all stored now.
@ Therese I am so sorry…that comment was for your video on Bibi’s paints! But I had already skipped to your next video which I will watch next. You must have thought, “ What the heck is she talking about?!”😂 Apologizes!
I like the way you put your card stuck so they don t fall down . So I’ll will try that. Also cut my cards and prepare my cards à head of time. That why it’s good to see other videos how they store they’re things ,it give us some ideas 😊
Just what I needed to see!!! After the crazy season, my room looks like a war zone with paper, dies, tools and stamps. I do like the way you have flipped the 12"x12" storage containers and using them like dividers. I am going to try this system.
Hello Therese! I love the tour of your paper storage! I also use the dividers on their sides for my A4 color cardstock, but it isn't protected by any package. I've got to get some sleeves! Thank you for that info!! I use large plastic sleeves for my 12x12 patterned cardstock,] which I'm now going to remove the snaps, but the solid 12x12 is again, not protected. It's just on shelves. My big problem is white cardstock and keeping each weight separate. Can't wait to see your space when it's all done.
Hi Jean, Glad to hear that some of these storage tips will be helpful to you. My white cardstock is kept in 'in trays' (I make sure that they are stackable and have a 'flat' base as I had issues with previous trays that warped my paper. I know which ones are which, but you can't see it in the video but I have a piece of paper with a label to tell me stuck to the inside of the tray. From the top to the bottom - I keep Neenah 80lb | Neenah 110lb | copy paper (to scribble on or to protect work surfaces) | pull out drawer for scraps (mostly it's pieces of white and black cardstock in here) | Crafty Critta Stamping Blending cardstock (it's new to me). You can see it here in the video ruclips.net/video/pAs_rOhoGLk/видео.htmlsi=giFdJeKlVvJwKWPx&t=614 Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have any further questions. Crafty hugs Therese
Great tips here! I am also of the type that does not like opening & closing flaps. I found some larger storage envelopes on Amazon that work great! Also, a tip I saw from another channel…she ordered dry erase envelopes from Amazon…they are clear envelopes with a colored seam. I store all my scraps by color in the pouches…it works great! Not expensive either. TYFS! New subbie here (Michigan) ❤️🦋💜
What a fabulous tip Cindy!! Scraps are one of the hardest things to store, and I love the dry erase envelope idea! I used to have concertina folders and keep a section for each family of colours and always went to this first for the colours I needed. For some reason I stopped using it, I think the folder was getting old and I had trouble sourcing a new one, maybe I should look again now that I am die cutting coloured cardstock so much more! PS a HUGE Welcome, I am so happy you are here with me and hope you find more inspiration here AND how cool that you are in Michigan, it must be a great place, because it is where my husband was born!
Therese, thank you for sharing your new paper organisation. Your video gave me ideas that will be a great help as I am currently sorting my large stash of craft paraphernalia, much of which will be donated to the Achieve Australia organization. I wish you a happy, healthy & safe 2025
I love some of your ideas. I will incorporate the clear folders into my storage. I just moved and didn't realize how much paper and crafting things I have. I need all the storage ideas I can handle.
I have been reorganizing for almost a year, it's crazy. I loved the tip about the containers you used for the vellum and adhesive. Right now I have my big sheets of adhesive and masking stored on their sides in a plastic bin, along with some other adhesive dots, etc. I needed space to store all of my stuff. I bought the Kallax cube unit from IKEA, actually two, but I don't like everything out and visual. It was too much for my brain. So, I invested in metal locker cabinets. There was a sale at Wafare and they came in all kinds of colors. During the sale there was really only orange and yellow but I was OK with that. They had big tall ones that were wide, and then shorter ones that were that same width. They were easy to put together and they have so much space. I wish you could buy extra shelves for it. Most all of my paper that is A4 size is standing up in IKEA magazine holders. I got some hard plastic ones that work great. I think I am going to use your tip on storing the vellum, etc. I also.invested in carousels from Stamp and Storage for my inks and some for jars. I LOVE them.
I like the idea of using magazine holders for A4 cardstock! Another thing I have found recently is 'pot and pan' organizer racks, they are adjustable and I stand up all of my stamp positioners etc in them... but these could also be used like a magazine rack. Did you know that Ikea sells insert 'doors' and 'drawers' for the kallax cubes, they are affordable and it would help you with keeping everything neat and tidy behind closed doors. Thanks for sharing your fabulous ideas with us. AND you have a great name Pamela, it's the same as my Mums!
You are so lucky to have so much space!! I'm envious! Thanks for all the ideas. As for the bonus idea with the A4 storage I bought two sets from our craft store here in NZ, Spotlight. They were on special and all different rainbow colours in each set of 6. I have found them useful for when I buy occasional craft magazines from the UK which have ephemera, die cuts, papers etc and pop them in the pack. If I get other ephemera that match the set I include them in the storage box. I have written on the edge that shows on the shelf things like Village scene, lavender, summer etc. Sadly I haven't seen these again because I'd be getting more!
Hi Lyn, I’m not sure if you have Kmart, or some type of $2 stores in NZ. However, we have both in Australia, and both sell the A4 cliploc boxes. They are cheaper than Spotlight. Hope this helps. 😊
I know right Lyn, I feel very lucky to have such a large crafty space. Do you have Amazon? I have seen the 'rainbow' plastic A4 hard plastic cases there, I'm not sure if they are exactly the same as the Spotlight ones, but it may be worth a look. I like the idea of keeping ephemera together in these, I agree, they really are versatile!!
The hard covers definitely protect the paper better... I just don't think I had the space for many of them and I didn't really want to mix the colours too much. Colour families together could work well together, is that what you are doing?
Loved all of your ideas here for paper storage. I need very badly to organize mine. I spend more time trying to find just the right paper than I should be. This looks like a great project for me to tackle next in my craft room.
I have used those A4 Clear Folders for my scraps. Using the Name Card part with a swatch of the color... Red or Green, etc. I reach for those scraps before cutting into a new piece of paper. This will change for me now though... for card stock (that is). I will store it with the full size. Thank you again. I love watching your videos.
It feels so good to finally have them in 'order' where I can find them, I've started working on a swatch system now, so I will let you know how that goes!
I am literally trying to organize my Altenew cardstock ( I now have every color) when I came across your video. I have the sleeves for each color just need the dividers. Thanks for sharing
Isn't it such lovely quality cardstock! I've been using their A4 cardstock for years but many people didn't even know they had it. My fave is the Jet Black... I haven't tried the 'new' packaged version, but it looks the same which I am excited about because it's been out of stock for a few months. Hope these tips helped with your exciting new collection!
I use magazine holders flipped the long way (like yours) to store my A4 cardstock, in rainbow order of course! The Altenew folders would never work for me as I buy larger packs of paper. My 12x12 cardstock is in divided paper holders that fit into a Kallax unit, similar to the ones that Stamp-n-Storage makes. 12x12 patterned paper is stored in plastic holders like yours and my smaller paper pads are in fridge bins. I…have a lot of paper! I think that I need to part ways with some more of it. Your paper storage looks great! Have a very happy new year Therese! 🇨🇦
I'm in the process of destashing and reorganising my craft room. There are some good ideas here the A4 clip folders are on my list already. I would just cut out the details from the packaging, which would have the colour , make and shade and put that in the pocket to be honest. Having the speciality glue, vellum etc in one is also going in.
I was thinking of that as an option... but then I get all hoardy and don't want to cut into my cardstock for a swatch.... even though I know I will have to do it anyway lol. I was thinking of getting something together that I don't have to pull out the plastic sleeves to choose the colours, so maybe a swatch ring may work, that way I can flip them around to mix and match.
I know Edith, it is amazing how one simple change can really make a difference. I meant to do it years ago, but obviously I wasn't ready til now lol. Hope it helps you with getting what you want easier!
I had the same problem with those pockets with snaps. The snaps just took up too much room. I settled on sleeves with two open sides. I have dividers so I can keep them tidy and it's easy to simply transfer the label from the package onto the outside. They hold more than one package which is quite nice. The only paper I don't store this way is the 12x12 and my white cardstock. I use two different brands and store them separately. I do like your idea for the masking/adhesive papers. Currently, I store my masking papers with my stamping platform in a laptop "bag" that also has some other stamping platform items (magnets, angles, etc.) My flat adhesives are just in drawers with the other small tape runners, etc. My adhesive rolls are actually on a paper towel holder.
The open sides sounds like the paper would be easy to get in and out of... do you find that pieces fall out, or do the dividers help with this? LOVE the idea of the paper towel holder for adhesive rolls, do you tear as you go, or is it easy to take the roll off and use it as you need it?
@@lostinpaper The paper towel roll is a stand on the counter one so I just lift them off, storing the widest on the bottom (both foam and regular). I don't have any trouble the paper falling out of the sleeves. It's a great fit (for both US and Euro A4 size) and I just pull them out. If the section is quite tight, I have to take the sleeve all they way out but otherwise I can just get a piece at a time. I store them with the openings in front and on top but they're on a shelf so I don't worry too much about dust getting on them. Plus sometimes I'll put extra ones across the top when I start acquiring too many to fit on the shelf.
Good ideas. I've been using A4 & 12x12 clear plastic wallets with poppers as cardstock storage for a long time. It works really well for me and keeping it all stored in rainbow order makes it quick to find what you're after. However, it has never occurred to me to cut off the popper so I can increase my already limited storage space! I have tonnes of spare A4 wallets (open at the top with no popper) that I mainly use to store A4/larger size stamp sets and dies. I'm thinking I'll switch my cardstock popper wallets over to these and reclaim some real estate! (Not to mention all the cardstock I've managed to snag in Christmas sales that needs to find a home!!) Thank you. I look forward to more of these organisation videos.
I was surprised at just how much room it saved... and it also looks neater in my mind lol. I am also moving my 'bundles' of stamps into wallets to see how that works for me... I will let you know how that goes.
@@lostinpaper Great! Its worked a treat for me. Its incredible how much space packaging can take up. I did the same with my dies and organise by category rather than manufacturer eg flowers, birthday, sentiments and so on. So quick and easy to find what I want and a good way to know what you have before buying more!
That's a great idea Lisa! Now that I use a small score board the whole sheet of A4 does not fit sideways without turning it round to score... maybe I need to crack out my very old larger Martha S score board lol.
Yes, I think that Marbig may be an Australian company... will Amazon Au not ship to the US? I know we can buy some things from Amazon US but not everything. I will keep an eye out to see if someone finds a link for something similar in the US and get back to you. I know that SSS had some 'hard cover' A4 boxes but they didn't look the same to me, so I didn't link them, but there must be something similar around.
Hi, love all your ideas, especially for the vellum and other light papers. Question though, where I am in Australia I don’t see Altenew very readily. Is there somewhere online that sells in Australia? Thanks.
Yay! Welcome Desleigh, yes, you can definitely source Altenew in Australia, some of my favourite online places to shop are Auzz Trinklets N Crafts, Craft Online, Craft Giraffe and Crafties.com.au - they all have excellent service and some even have Boxing Day sales right now lol.
They are from Kmart, they come in all different sizes.... I am pretty sure I linked them in the description, but definitely linked at my blog. From memory they are $7.50 each. ps hope you are in Australia 😉
Great tips. I’m trying to get back into card making again and would love to pre-cut my cards and base papers like you have done. What is the general size that everyone uses please? Also, do you make your own envelopes or buy them. Thank you ❤
Hi Judy, I live in Australia, but make US sized A2 card bases. Mostly because the products that I use are from US based stores and are made to fit this size perfectly. The US A4 card size is called 'Letter Size' and is 8 1/2" X 11" so when cut in half will make X2 card bases which are 4 1/4 X 5 1/2" finished size when folded. OR if you live outside the US then you can use the A4 cardstock available and cut this in half and fold each half to create X2 card bases which are called A6 size - finished size is 10.5 X 14.8cm. I buy C6 size envelopes as they are slightly bigger (made to fit the A6 size card) and this means when I add dimension to a card that it will fit into the envelope much easier. I do not usually make my own envelopes, but there are tools available that will do this easily. Hope this helps, please let me know if you have any further questions. Crafty hugs, Therese
@ Thank you so much for your detailed explanation. I also live in Australia and tend to buy the 12 x 12 Kaisercraft paper or paper pads from K-mart as I also make things on my Cricut. What is the best A4 paper to buy for the card and card base please? It gets so confusing when everything is “Americanised”.
@@judyhedley3091 Hi Judy, would you prefer to create with US or Aust size A4. I converted to US (A2 4 1/4 X 5 1/2" card bases) many years ago, I found it easier because I was mostly using US products which are made to fit this size. But you can always make them work for an A6 card too. I use Neenah Classic Crest Solar White 110lb for bases and the 80lb version for panels and colouring (be careful there are many different versions of these). I buy them from Amazon AU when they are on special or sometimes places like Craft Online & ? Craft Girrafe have them for a good price. I do have my link for this in my videos and on my blog if you want to go directly there to see which one I am talking about. Another new cardstock I am loving at the moment is from an Australian company called Crafty Critta - they are defininitely linked at my blog under the heading fave shops and they sell both the US and AU size A4 STamping and blending cardstock, it's a FANtastic ALL purpose cardstock and I have a video sharing my first impressions here. ruclips.net/user/liveH2vVE_BkZ5M?si=yKl-nB3_GE9uwcFn Whatever you choose, maybe grab some 'smaller' packs of different cards and find which one you like the best and suits your needs. But, I have found using the same card will mean that you get used to using it and colouring etc gets easier lol. Hope this helps, let me know if you have any further questions. Crafty hugs Therese
Thanks for your paper storage tips Therese! That’s a brilliant idea! I hope you and your family had a lovely Christmas and best wishes for 2025!🥳🥂 Thanks for your beautiful Christmas card also! 😘💞
Hi Gloria, here is the link for the 12 X 12 (it's affilate which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you) shrsl.com/4sgy0 The links for these products are all in the Supply List which is in the description (if you scroll down further). Hope this helps. PLease let me know if you have any other questions. Crafty hugs, Therese
Crossed fingers they will be available soon. Though many of them are 'generic' so there are similar versions available, especially if you live outside Australia.
I hate to say this but I think you wasted your time and money buying and using those snap lock folders. I bought 12X12 and 6x6 storage sleeves for my paper. My full sheets and scraps easily slide in and out. I bought them off amazon Australia.
Hahaha I hope not, or please don't tell my hubby lol. Do you have A4 cardstock in 12 X 12 folders? I was wanting something to fit them that wasnt to big to get the cardstock out of, I'd love to know how you do it.... though now you have me thinking I am need of some 6 X 6 storage sleeves for my design paper pads, is that what you use them for? I'd love to know!
@ Yes I also store my A4 card stock on the 12x12 sleeves although I don’t use a lot of that size. The 6x6 sleeves are really cute and fit a lot of paper in there.
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Great idea for storing vellum, acetate, etc. so they do not bend or get messed up! Thanks!
It works a treat Darlene!
Good morning Therese! This video was very helpful. Thank you for the great ideas! I am ALWAYS looking for better ways to make my craft room more efficient. I started out many years ago with the wooden stacking cubes. I got one with the hanging file folders and ended up using it to keep my paper scraps, each folder for a separate color family. It is right next to my work area and so convenient! It is amazing how often I am looking for a scrap instead of using a whole piece of cardstock. There is nothing like a setup where once you sit down for a project and don't have to keep getting up to go look for something!
That's a great idea! I used to have concertina folders that I kept my scraps in (also in colour families) and this worked a treat for a very long time. I am not exactly sure why I stopped... but having the scraps in with the A4 coordinating colours is working for me so far. But I may revert back in time, I think our craft spaces are never 'finished' they are 'ever-evolving' lol.
Paper really is the Rabbit Hole. I’ve only been back at card making for a year now but I quickly made the decision to keep the paper under control. But it mysteriously grows! I do like your idea on storing those paper type items that don’t stand up well because that is an issue I haven’t been able to resolve. Will give your storage idea a go. Thanks
I hear you on the 'mysterious' growing thing lol. Hope you have fun with your cardstock storage!
I started out scrapbooking and then added cardmaking. I used to have drawers for my paper but found those 12 x 12 holders and never looked back. I also use those same A4 size for my specialty papers and I have one for each of the different type of scraps. I use the Kmart clear kitchen containers for my design paper. I have to confess I have way too much but what’s a girl to do😄💕
I know right, we 'need' all the things Sharon lol. I have been looking for some 6 X 6 storage for the small paper pads to keep them together... wish me luck!
Your video inspired me to reorganise my craft room
Yes, for me it's kinda like a can of worms.... now I am looking at my inks and thinking how to sort them better... before I do my new Craft room tour lol.
If I had a nickel for every time I told a creator that their idea was 'brilliant', I'd own the bank, but YOUR IDEA IS *BRILLIANT*! I just moved from one side of the United States to the other and boy oh boy do I have the need for some paper storage! Turning the 12x12 organizational holders on their side is absolutely mind blowing! I purchased a bunch of them from Temu and, like you, found it such a hassle to pull one off the shelf to get a paper or a packet out because I usually had several other things in my hand (I mean, it's not that I'm LAZY or anything 🤔🤨🤭). I'm also going to pull apart all my paper pads and put each one into its own sleeve, as you suggested. In my favor is that I'm not on anyone's design team or anything, so I don't have to keep track of exactly what I'm using. Working against me is the fact that I'm a junk journaler, and WE KEEP EVERYTHING!
I sincerely thank you for sharing all these ideas. Hugs from the Midwest, USA, MK 🤗 🤗
Oooh, just the idea of packing up and moving my room has me in a quiver lol. How exciting for you, and what a great time to sort and organize everything! I am so very happy that you like these ideas and that you took the time to write your lovely comment, you have totally made my day!!
I really liked how you put the plastic containers on their sides to make them dividers, much easier to see and a nicer look. Also like the vellum, acetate and etc. in those plastic containers, I never seen able to find those specialty papers when I need them , thanks so much!
So glad you liked these ideas Jan, I hope they can help you too!
Well, doggone it! I went to Amazon for 2 of the things you showed and they were out of them both! Lots of people must have seen your video!!
hahaha, wouldn't it be amazing if I was that popular Sarah lol. There are definitely other versions of the same products that I did link, or hopefully they get them back in stock soon. Glad to hear that you liked the storage ideas I used!
Thanks, I really like the tip of using the plastic “boxes” on their sides. I do this with magazine folders for my Thickers alphabets for scrapbooking but it never occured to me to use the same approach for the A4 cardstock for cardmaking. Jeannine
They are so handy AND versatile! Thanks so much for your great 'thicker' tips Jeannine!
I use a vertical file drawer with hanging folders for my A4 papers. I can label the folders with manufacturers and color names . All i do is open the drawer and they are all there in front of me and easily accessible.
What a fabulous idea Nancy! It's definitely an idea to consider if I upgrade my storage cupboards!
I love the idea of using those A4 storage folders for masking paper etc. They're also great for the grandkids wooden jigsaw puzzles lol😂
What a great idea!! I never thought of them for Jigsaw puzzles!
for the 12x12 paper that you are keeping you could cut it down to the A4 size of your other cardstock and put it in with those. you may use it more...
great video
thanks for the ideas!
I agree Sheryl, this is a great idea and I did think about doing that, but it felt like too much work lol. But, in the future if I do find that I don't use the papers that I kept I may just do it then. Thanks for sharing this awesome tip!
Somehow I never thought to turn those paper dividers on their sides! That’s brilliant and I’m going to do this!
I had been meaning to do it for ages, but seriously the difference that it makes is huge!
My papers are all 12x12 as I'm a scrapbooker, although I have one 2 packs of A4 white for cards and card fronts. I will be turning my storage folders on their side as I need to stand up to access them. I have cardstock in rainbow order but papers are in name of collection so alpha order. This works very well for me. Thanks for the tips.
How wonderful, thank you Denise!
Great ideas Terese. I use a lot of the same methods and am constantly changing things around. I don’t have heaps of coloured card stock though. Thanks for sharing. ❤️👍
Yes, I've found that since my die collection has increased so has my coloured cardstock. Although I will just as happily use 'self coloured' cardstock using inks or markers to get the exact colour that I want! Thanks so much for your lovely visit and comments here today Maree!
I love your storage ideas! Thanks for sharing. Giving me some inspiration to get busy organizing my paper!!
Yay! Thank you so much!
I like the idea of using the large clamshell boxes for vellum and acetate. I use clear envelope sleeves for those now, but they are quite floppy!
Yes, it's really made a difference Jennifer, and I did put labels on them, so now I don't always grab the wrong one first lol.
I can’t believe how surprised I was as I watched your video. I use most of the same things you do. Great minds! 🤗
So do I. I was looking for how to put tabs on the Altenew packs any suggestions?
I also have magazine holders turned on their side. Thanks for sharing all these tips!
I know that you can buy small tabs with adhesive on each side then you can slip in a piece of the cardstock or a label name. They are used on the top of the dividers that you can get for filing cabinets, like these ones here (this is an affiliate link which means if you buy something using it then I get a small commission at no extra cost to you) amzn.to/3DuKFnr
Or you probably already have everything you need to make a 'homemade' version of this with a strong double sided tape and heavy weight acetate or clear plastic packaging...
It works a treat, doesn't it!
Aren't we clever together!!
So satisfying! Great job!
Yay! Thanks Amy!
Helloooo, my friend! How delightful to watch you organize your papers - much of these ideas I already use, but I do like the idea of protecting that rainbow of gorgeousness in protective folders instead of the original packaging. One day I'll be borrowing that tip! Lovely to hear your voice again, Therese! I've been missing you! =] xx
Yes, it's been a busy Holiday season, considering we were originally doing 'nothing' that changed very quickly lol.
Well, I only have about 10 plastic pockets/envelopes for all of my paper. I made four of my own 12 x 12 pockets out of heavy-ish vinyl and clear tape, and that's been working well for me. The six store-bought ones have snaps like yours, which I don't use either. I had just tucked the flap in behind the paper, but I'm going to go and cut the snaps off right this minute! What a great idea!
What a fabulous idea to make your own 12 X 12 pockets... I'm sure I have some somewhere that I bought long ago, but used them to keep card 'bits' together until I had finished a certain design. Now I tend to finish things before going onto the next project.
❤🎉I cannot pick a favorite as they all ROCK!!!🎉❤ TFS my crafty and creative Friend 😊 💕☕ XOXOXO ☕💕
Yay! Thank you so very much Victoria!
Thank you will try the altnew storage just what i need
Hope you enjoy it!
I like all of your ideas. It’s amazing how much cleaner and neater things look when a do you have a system that’s cohesive. I really like the way your papers are all stored now.
They make my heart happy too, seeing them in rainbow order lol.
I loved coming along on your creative process Therese! That was so helpful to watch you create these cards! Beautifully done. Thank you!
Oh thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
@ Therese I am so sorry…that comment was for your video on Bibi’s paints! But I had already skipped to your next video which I will watch next. You must have thought, “ What the heck is she talking about?!”😂 Apologizes!
@@janievantol420 No worries Janie, just happy you are here and talking to me lol.
I like the way you put your card stuck so they don t fall down . So I’ll will try that. Also cut my cards and prepare my cards à head of time. That why it’s good to see other videos how they store they’re things ,it give us some ideas 😊
How wonderful Barbara, I'm so glad this helped you!
Just what I needed to see!!! After the crazy season, my room looks like a war zone with paper, dies, tools and stamps. I do like the way you have flipped the 12"x12" storage containers and using them like dividers. I am going to try this system.
Yay! I'm so glad you were inspired Patricia, and it's good to hear that your room looks loved, it means that you have been creating lol.
What a great tutorial full of great storage ideas. Your craft room is just lovely and so clean. Thanks
Thanks so much Stella! I am a bit obsessed with keeping things tidy, otherwise my brain feels cluttered lol.
This video was perfectly timed! Reorganizing my paper is the number one task for the new year.
Hope that you can use some of these ideas to suit your stash organization!
Hello Therese! I love the tour of your paper storage! I also use the dividers on their sides for my A4 color cardstock, but it isn't protected by any package. I've got to get some sleeves! Thank you for that info!! I use large plastic sleeves for my 12x12 patterned cardstock,] which I'm now going to remove the snaps, but the solid 12x12 is again, not protected. It's just on shelves. My big problem is white cardstock and keeping each weight separate. Can't wait to see your space when it's all done.
Hi Jean, Glad to hear that some of these storage tips will be helpful to you. My white cardstock is kept in 'in trays' (I make sure that they are stackable and have a 'flat' base as I had issues with previous trays that warped my paper. I know which ones are which, but you can't see it in the video but I have a piece of paper with a label to tell me stuck to the inside of the tray. From the top to the bottom - I keep Neenah 80lb | Neenah 110lb | copy paper (to scribble on or to protect work surfaces) | pull out drawer for scraps (mostly it's pieces of white and black cardstock in here) | Crafty Critta Stamping Blending cardstock (it's new to me). You can see it here in the video ruclips.net/video/pAs_rOhoGLk/видео.htmlsi=giFdJeKlVvJwKWPx&t=614 Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have any further questions. Crafty hugs Therese
@ Thank you for that information! I am going to try the trays for my white paper, with labels though! I’ll never remember!! Have a wonderful day!
Great tips here! I am also of the type that does not like opening & closing flaps. I found some larger storage envelopes on Amazon that work great! Also, a tip I saw from another channel…she ordered dry erase envelopes from Amazon…they are clear envelopes with a colored seam. I store all my scraps by color in the pouches…it works great! Not expensive either. TYFS! New subbie here (Michigan) ❤️🦋💜
What a fabulous tip Cindy!! Scraps are one of the hardest things to store, and I love the dry erase envelope idea! I used to have concertina folders and keep a section for each family of colours and always went to this first for the colours I needed. For some reason I stopped using it, I think the folder was getting old and I had trouble sourcing a new one, maybe I should look again now that I am die cutting coloured cardstock so much more! PS a HUGE Welcome, I am so happy you are here with me and hope you find more inspiration here AND how cool that you are in Michigan, it must be a great place, because it is where my husband was born!
Therese, thank you for sharing your new paper organisation. Your video gave me ideas that will be a great help as I am currently sorting my large stash of craft paraphernalia, much of which will be donated to the Achieve Australia organization.
I wish you a happy, healthy & safe 2025
How wonderful Carolyn! It's amazing just how much we accrue... I feel that I am due for another purge myself!
I love some of your ideas. I will incorporate the clear folders into my storage. I just moved and didn't realize how much paper and crafting things I have. I need all the storage ideas I can handle.
Hahaha I hear you, these things tend to multiply with every delivery I have at my door lol.
I have been reorganizing for almost a year, it's crazy. I loved the tip about the containers you used for the vellum and adhesive. Right now I have my big sheets of adhesive and masking stored on their sides in a plastic bin, along with some other adhesive dots, etc. I needed space to store all of my stuff. I bought the Kallax cube unit from IKEA, actually two, but I don't like everything out and visual. It was too much for my brain. So, I invested in metal locker cabinets. There was a sale at Wafare and they came in all kinds of colors. During the sale there was really only orange and yellow but I was OK with that. They had big tall ones that were wide, and then shorter ones that were that same width. They were easy to put together and they have so much space. I wish you could buy extra shelves for it. Most all of my paper that is A4 size is standing up in IKEA magazine holders. I got some hard plastic ones that work great. I think I am going to use your tip on storing the vellum, etc. I also.invested in carousels from Stamp and Storage for my inks and some for jars. I LOVE them.
I like the idea of using magazine holders for A4 cardstock! Another thing I have found recently is 'pot and pan' organizer racks, they are adjustable and I stand up all of my stamp positioners etc in them... but these could also be used like a magazine rack.
Did you know that Ikea sells insert 'doors' and 'drawers' for the kallax cubes, they are affordable and it would help you with keeping everything neat and tidy behind closed doors. Thanks for sharing your fabulous ideas with us. AND you have a great name Pamela, it's the same as my Mums!
You are so lucky to have so much space!! I'm envious! Thanks for all the ideas. As for the bonus idea with the A4 storage I bought two sets from our craft store here in NZ, Spotlight. They were on special and all different rainbow colours in each set of 6. I have found them useful for when I buy occasional craft magazines from the UK which have ephemera, die cuts, papers etc and pop them in the pack. If I get other ephemera that match the set I include them in the storage box. I have written on the edge that shows on the shelf things like Village scene, lavender, summer etc. Sadly I haven't seen these again because I'd be getting more!
Hi Lyn, I’m not sure if you have Kmart, or some type of $2 stores in NZ. However, we have both in Australia, and both sell the A4 cliploc boxes. They are cheaper than Spotlight. Hope this helps. 😊
I know right Lyn, I feel very lucky to have such a large crafty space. Do you have Amazon? I have seen the 'rainbow' plastic A4 hard plastic cases there, I'm not sure if they are exactly the same as the Spotlight ones, but it may be worth a look.
I like the idea of keeping ephemera together in these, I agree, they really are versatile!!
@@lindamarshall8279 Thank you. I'll take a look at KMart!
I’m using some of your ideas already, too! I store all of my A4 coloured cardstock in the hard plastic cases. I used to use the plastic envelopes.
The hard covers definitely protect the paper better... I just don't think I had the space for many of them and I didn't really want to mix the colours too much. Colour families together could work well together, is that what you are doing?
Loved all of your ideas here for paper storage. I need very badly to organize mine. I spend more time trying to find just the right paper than I should be. This looks like a great project for me to tackle next in my craft room.
I have used those A4 Clear Folders for my scraps. Using the Name Card part with a swatch of the color... Red or Green, etc. I reach for those scraps before cutting into a new piece of paper. This will change for me now though... for card stock (that is). I will store it with the full size. Thank you again. I love watching your videos.
It feels so good to finally have them in 'order' where I can find them, I've started working on a swatch system now, so I will let you know how that goes!
I used to keep all my scraps together 'colour coded' and that worked very well for me for years!!
I'm here for all of it! Very helpful info. Thanks!
Awesome! Thank you Louise!
Ha .. it's everywhere EXCEPT when I want to write a note! 😂
Mwah!
I am literally trying to organize my Altenew cardstock ( I now have every color) when I came across your video. I have the sleeves for each color just need the dividers. Thanks for sharing
Isn't it such lovely quality cardstock! I've been using their A4 cardstock for years but many people didn't even know they had it. My fave is the Jet Black... I haven't tried the 'new' packaged version, but it looks the same which I am excited about because it's been out of stock for a few months. Hope these tips helped with your exciting new collection!
I use magazine holders flipped the long way (like yours) to store my A4 cardstock, in rainbow order of course! The Altenew folders would never work for me as I buy larger packs of paper. My 12x12 cardstock is in divided paper holders that fit into a Kallax unit, similar to the ones that Stamp-n-Storage makes. 12x12 patterned paper is stored in plastic holders like yours and my smaller paper pads are in fridge bins. I…have a lot of paper! I think that I need to part ways with some more of it. Your paper storage looks great! Have a very happy new year Therese! 🇨🇦
Sounds like you have your paper storage well and truly sorted Tammy! And, I agree with you, I also need to use it MORE lol.
I'm in the process of destashing and reorganising my craft room. There are some good ideas here the A4 clip folders are on my list already. I would just cut out the details from the packaging, which would have the colour , make and shade and put that in the pocket to be honest. Having the speciality glue, vellum etc in one is also going in.
I was thinking of that as an option... but then I get all hoardy and don't want to cut into my cardstock for a swatch.... even though I know I will have to do it anyway lol. I was thinking of getting something together that I don't have to pull out the plastic sleeves to choose the colours, so maybe a swatch ring may work, that way I can flip them around to mix and match.
Great ideas. I will certainly try the holders on their side. I store mine upright and it isn't easy to see what I'm looking for.
I know Edith, it is amazing how one simple change can really make a difference. I meant to do it years ago, but obviously I wasn't ready til now lol. Hope it helps you with getting what you want easier!
I use the same cropper hopper holders turned the same way.
It works so much better doesn't it Sandra!
I had the same problem with those pockets with snaps. The snaps just took up too much room. I settled on sleeves with two open sides. I have dividers so I can keep them tidy and it's easy to simply transfer the label from the package onto the outside. They hold more than one package which is quite nice. The only paper I don't store this way is the 12x12 and my white cardstock. I use two different brands and store them separately. I do like your idea for the masking/adhesive papers. Currently, I store my masking papers with my stamping platform in a laptop "bag" that also has some other stamping platform items (magnets, angles, etc.) My flat adhesives are just in drawers with the other small tape runners, etc. My adhesive rolls are actually on a paper towel holder.
The open sides sounds like the paper would be easy to get in and out of... do you find that pieces fall out, or do the dividers help with this? LOVE the idea of the paper towel holder for adhesive rolls, do you tear as you go, or is it easy to take the roll off and use it as you need it?
@@lostinpaper The paper towel roll is a stand on the counter one so I just lift them off, storing the widest on the bottom (both foam and regular). I don't have any trouble the paper falling out of the sleeves. It's a great fit (for both US and Euro A4 size) and I just pull them out. If the section is quite tight, I have to take the sleeve all they way out but otherwise I can just get a piece at a time. I store them with the openings in front and on top but they're on a shelf so I don't worry too much about dust getting on them. Plus sometimes I'll put extra ones across the top when I start acquiring too many to fit on the shelf.
@@kcinca5410 That's even better, I didn't think of a stand on the counter paper towel holder.... GREAT tip!
Great suggestions on paper storage-will look into some of your suggestions to deal with my paper overload lol
Paper overload is not such a bad thing lol.
Great tips and great storage - must have been fun to do!!
Acutally, you are right, it was very therapeutic lol!
Good ideas. I've been using A4 & 12x12 clear plastic wallets with poppers as cardstock storage for a long time. It works really well for me and keeping it all stored in rainbow order makes it quick to find what you're after. However, it has never occurred to me to cut off the popper so I can increase my already limited storage space! I have tonnes of spare A4 wallets (open at the top with no popper) that I mainly use to store A4/larger size stamp sets and dies. I'm thinking I'll switch my cardstock popper wallets over to these and reclaim some real estate! (Not to mention all the cardstock I've managed to snag in Christmas sales that needs to find a home!!) Thank you. I look forward to more of these organisation videos.
I was surprised at just how much room it saved... and it also looks neater in my mind lol. I am also moving my 'bundles' of stamps into wallets to see how that works for me... I will let you know how that goes.
@@lostinpaper Great! Its worked a treat for me. Its incredible how much space packaging can take up. I did the same with my dies and organise by category rather than manufacturer eg flowers, birthday, sentiments and so on. So quick and easy to find what I want and a good way to know what you have before buying more!
@@h.5226 Wonderful!! So glad it helped!
Amazing ideas - I can’t wait to try some of these ideas.
Yay! Thanks so mcuh Ginger!
To make it go faster score the full sheet first and then cut. 2 bases in 2 steps
That's a great idea Lisa! Now that I use a small score board the whole sheet of A4 does not fit sideways without turning it round to score... maybe I need to crack out my very old larger Martha S score board lol.
Great idea, Terese. I do have the new Altenew packs and plan to do this.
Aren't they perfect!!
Thank you for this info!
Yay! So glad you liked these ideas!
I wish the Marbig (R) 22001 Clear Case PP A4 with Clip Labels were available in the US. On searching, I only see them in Australia.
Yes, I think that Marbig may be an Australian company... will Amazon Au not ship to the US? I know we can buy some things from Amazon US but not everything. I will keep an eye out to see if someone finds a link for something similar in the US and get back to you. I know that SSS had some 'hard cover' A4 boxes but they didn't look the same to me, so I didn't link them, but there must be something similar around.
Great ideas!
I'm glad you liked them!
Thanks for sharing!! This was helpful!! I will be checking into this for sure!!
Yay! So glad to hear it was helpful Michele!
WOW! You have been busy. Are the A4 containers available in the US?
I'm waiting to see if anyone can source them, I will also take a peek!
Hi, love all your ideas, especially for the vellum and other light papers. Question though, where I am in Australia I don’t see Altenew very readily. Is there somewhere online that sells in Australia? Thanks.
Yay! Welcome Desleigh, yes, you can definitely source Altenew in Australia, some of my favourite online places to shop are Auzz Trinklets N Crafts, Craft Online, Craft Giraffe and Crafties.com.au - they all have excellent service and some even have Boxing Day sales right now lol.
Where did you get those gray tubs that you use for your designer pad paper?
They are from Kmart, they come in all different sizes.... I am pretty sure I linked them in the description, but definitely linked at my blog. From memory they are $7.50 each. ps hope you are in Australia 😉
Great tips. I’m trying to get back into card making again and would love to pre-cut my cards and base papers like you have done. What is the general size that everyone uses please? Also, do you make your own envelopes or buy them. Thank you ❤
Hi Judy, I live in Australia, but make US sized A2 card bases. Mostly because the products that I use are from US based stores and are made to fit this size perfectly.
The US A4 card size is called 'Letter Size' and is 8 1/2" X 11" so when cut in half will make X2 card bases which are 4 1/4 X 5 1/2" finished size when folded.
OR if you live outside the US then you can use the A4 cardstock available and cut this in half and fold each half to create X2 card bases which are called A6 size - finished size is 10.5 X 14.8cm.
I buy C6 size envelopes as they are slightly bigger (made to fit the A6 size card) and this means when I add dimension to a card that it will fit into the envelope much easier. I do not usually make my own envelopes, but there are tools available that will do this easily. Hope this helps, please let me know if you have any further questions. Crafty hugs, Therese
@ Thank you so much for your detailed explanation. I also live in Australia and tend to buy the 12 x 12 Kaisercraft paper or paper pads from K-mart as I also make things on my Cricut. What is the best A4 paper to buy for the card and card base please? It gets so confusing when everything is “Americanised”.
@@judyhedley3091 Hi Judy, would you prefer to create with US or Aust size A4. I converted to US (A2 4 1/4 X 5 1/2" card bases) many years ago, I found it easier because I was mostly using US products which are made to fit this size. But you can always make them work for an A6 card too.
I use Neenah Classic Crest Solar White 110lb for bases and the 80lb version for panels and colouring (be careful there are many different versions of these). I buy them from Amazon AU when they are on special or sometimes places like Craft Online & ? Craft Girrafe have them for a good price. I do have my link for this in my videos and on my blog if you want to go directly there to see which one I am talking about.
Another new cardstock I am loving at the moment is from an Australian company called Crafty Critta - they are defininitely linked at my blog under the heading fave shops and they sell both the US and AU size A4 STamping and blending cardstock, it's a FANtastic ALL purpose cardstock and I have a video sharing my first impressions here. ruclips.net/user/liveH2vVE_BkZ5M?si=yKl-nB3_GE9uwcFn
Whatever you choose, maybe grab some 'smaller' packs of different cards and find which one you like the best and suits your needs. But, I have found using the same card will mean that you get used to using it and colouring etc gets easier lol. Hope this helps, let me know if you have any further questions. Crafty hugs Therese
Thanks for your paper storage tips Therese! That’s a brilliant idea! I hope you and your family had a lovely Christmas and best wishes for 2025!🥳🥂 Thanks for your beautiful Christmas card also! 😘💞
You're very welcome - I hope you had a happy Christmas and that 2025 is AMAZING for you too!
los enlaces no te llevan directo al producto... podrías por favor, darme el enlace del folder en polipropileno de 12x12... gracias
Hi Gloria, here is the link for the 12 X 12 (it's affilate which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you) shrsl.com/4sgy0
The links for these products are all in the Supply List which is in the description (if you scroll down further). Hope this helps. PLease let me know if you have any other questions. Crafty hugs, Therese
Those envelopes don't work for me I keep all my paper in paper stackers & my scraps in fridge drawers in my scrapbook room by color
Love the idea of fridge drawers Laura... do you stand the paper upright or in dividers?
I’m a little late to this video, your Amazon items are sold out😂
Crossed fingers they will be available soon. Though many of them are 'generic' so there are similar versions available, especially if you live outside Australia.
I hate to say this but I think you wasted your time and money buying and using those snap lock folders. I bought 12X12 and 6x6 storage sleeves for my paper. My full sheets and scraps easily slide in and out. I bought them off amazon Australia.
Hahaha I hope not, or please don't tell my hubby lol. Do you have A4 cardstock in 12 X 12 folders? I was wanting something to fit them that wasnt to big to get the cardstock out of, I'd love to know how you do it.... though now you have me thinking I am need of some 6 X 6 storage sleeves for my design paper pads, is that what you use them for? I'd love to know!
@ Yes I also store my A4 card stock on the 12x12 sleeves although I don’t use a lot of that size. The 6x6 sleeves are really cute and fit a lot of paper in there.
@@madswansfan1 That's great to know!!