Tag Archives: space saving

Digital Photography Storage Tips

With digital quickly taking over the photography world, that was once dominated by film, it is a wonder how we can possibly stay organized. The ability to take far more pictures is there, with the issues of saving them, transferring them, and most of all sorting and storing them. Here are some easy tips to help you accomplish that. Sort photos: It is much easier to find a photograph if you have it sorted in some way. When sorting photographs, some people like to sort the photographs by topic. While this is fine, it can be hard when you are … Continue reading →

Dorm Room Checklist

There are some things you may not have thought of that will come in handy in your new dorm room. This list is certainly not exhaustive, but hopefully, it will be helpful. Look over this list to see if there are any items you forgot and add them to your own list. Keep adding to your list and then check each item off as pack. Electronic Elements 1) Surge protector for your computer 2) Power strip (if permitted) in case the dorm room is short on outlets 3) Electric alarm clock with battery back up Clothing Concerns 1) Travel iron … Continue reading →

Layout Idea Storage

There is not a scrapbooker I have met, who has not found a layout or idea somewhere, that they have wanted to keep for later use. Scrapbooking inspiration is all around us. In fact, it’s in scrapbook magazines, idea books and even in the mail and online. So it’s all great that you have these ideas at your fingertips, but do you really? How do you store your ideas for layouts? Whether you are saving an article with a detailed or new technique, an actual copy of a layout, or even a photograph you’d like to emulate, magazines have plenty. … Continue reading →

Scrapbooking Basic Storage Methods

Basic storage is important for better scrapbooking results. Having your basic items at your reach, or stored in areas where they can be immediately accessible while you are creating a layout, is extremely beneficial. It can make for a much more productive crop time. However, dishing out loads of money when you are just getting started can seem like a waste. There are several options. Totes/Wheeled Carts A tote or wheeled cart is a terrific option when you are just starting out. If you don’t have a ton of supplies, they can hold all of your items easily. And the … Continue reading →

Creative, Inexpensive Scrapbooking Storage Solutions

There is nothing better than being organized. That in itself can help save you money in the long run. However, getting to that point, sometimes seems like a long battle. It can get expensive if you are tempted by all the great storage devices and items that come out for all the great scrapbooking supplies available. There are certainly some alternatives. For Magazines and Idea Books It becomes difficult to sift through books and magazines for that perfect idea you could have scrap lifted, or what about that cool technique you wanted to try. Honestly, the most effective way to … Continue reading →

How I Organize My Monthly Kits

Often, even when I share great organizing advice, I still get an email or message asking which method I use. So I thought I’d share my method of storing all those monthly kits that we get and can’t stop subscribing to. First, I subscribe to two monthly kit clubs (mostly because I cannot decide which one I like better) – Apron Strings and Scrap Jammies. I have also recently been tossing around the idea of a third one I found, that I really think I like. So, if I do join, it will be three monthly scrapbooking kits, each with … Continue reading →

Organizing Your Kits From Scrapbooking Clubs (2)

Organizing your scrapbooking monthly kits from the various kit clubs is a challenge, and many scrapbookers struggle with the thought. In the earlier article, I explained why breaking up your kits and organizing them by supply, is not the most effective way to organize. Here are some examples of organizational methods that some scrapbookers use. If you have decided to keep the kits together, which is what I recommend, then you are faced with a whole new dilemma in organization. Where do you store them? How do you store them? Do you keep them in the box? Do you remove … Continue reading →

Organizing Your Kits From Scrapbooking Clubs (1)

Scrapbooking kit clubs are a wonderful addition to our hobby world, and they allow you a nice surprise in your mailbox every month. Most scrapbooker’s subscribe to kit clubs because it is nice to get kits that are assembled and designed to make scrapbooking easier and allow us maximum eye appeal in our albums. But those kits can add up, or rather pile up, especially if you subscribe to more than one company, or perhaps you just don’t find the time to scrapbook very frequently. So what are you supposed to do with all those kits and pizza boxes that … Continue reading →

Bedding with Storage for Small Spaces

My kids share rooms. The oldest two girls have the larger room, but there simply isn’t enough space when two teenage girls are involved. Clothes, purses, and accessories –not to mention shoes, shoes, and more shoes- seem to have taken over. I guess sharing a room is good practice for someday having a roommate. I have been looking for ways to make my girls’ room more organized, with thoughts of dorm rooms (*sniffle!) in the back of my mind, as my oldest will be a senior in high school this year. I want to start purchasing furniture now that will … Continue reading →

Use Kitchen Cabinet Doors to get more Organized

You have probably seen various organizers that hang inside kitchen cabinet doors for storing plastic wrap, sandwich bags, and aluminum foil. You may even have some of these handy items, but this is a little different. This tip will not only help you protect your favorite recipe cards, but it will also keep your best recipes easily accessible, and help you make a quick shopping list. First, you can either copy your recipes onto new 3” x 5” cards, or simply type (or copy and paste) them into a document on your computer and print off the pages. Pick up … Continue reading →