The person that stopped watching when price was mentioned is a “ glass half empty” person and doesn’t have the creativity to think outside of the box. I’m glad I saw the other options. Thanks for posting.
I’m disabled and there is no way I can afford this, but I watched the entire video for the exact reason u said! What can I make that works for me. I have a tall cabinet and I’m looking at ways to tweak it to make it have more vertical storage. Thank u for this. I love to see fellow crafters thinking outside the box and inspiring us to do the same. My crafting epoxy work is my physical therapy and my doctors have seen my improvement because of it. Praise God. Thank u again. Wonderful video !!
Where have you been??? Wow just what I am looking for. I am retired, have been sharing an office with my husband ( extra bedroom) but my scrapbooking supplies are in 3 different closets and 4 different rooms!!! At 70 yrs old time to get organized for ME!! Thank you.
@@sheepishlysharing It does look wonderful. I liked your thoughts about picking the containers FIRST. Thank you. That box is just so deep when it is closed up...... but YOU got me THINKING and that is what it is all about. There was one about a sewing box and she had 2 fold down tables , one on each side of the middle, which gave a bigger space to work at. HMMM. Good luck I will send you a picture when it is all done....in the future sometime. Thank you again and I am subscribing to you and will stay tuned.
Agree crafters always have a running imagination , always wondering and perfecting , tweaking their area. Just looking at pictures , patterns and diagrams inspire me. Happy Mother's Day .
YES, Cathy... at least for some of us. I feel sad for that person with the closed-minded comment. One of the best assets we crafters have is our imagination!
I think your Dream Box is awesome and if someone can’t enjoy watching you get your Dream Room, no matter the cost, they are being.... maybe I should stop there. Lol. We all have different lifestyles and we all can teach someone something along the way. I can’t afford one myself, but I organize the way that I can and it’s good enough for me. I started out putting all my yarn in cardboard boxes on their sides. Turned them in to shelves. Lol. It suited its purpose and I was proud of myself. You make due with what God has blessed you with. I love it that your back on the channel. Love your tutorials. Keep it up!!!😀
I did that cardboard box method! Gift bags work well inside those or crates if you have a smaller amount to organize! (You can see all my low-cost or FREE organizational things in past craft room tours! Ha!)
Margaret Olander I’ll have to check out your past videos for ideas!! I’m fixing to order some more shelves or something because when you get a couple of hundred skeins you need ideas. I hope to have a lot more than that in the future. Thanks for the suggestion!!! 😁
I don't often leave comments on TH-cam videos but after watching this video in its ENTIRETY, I have to say, it is EXCELLENT! I am so appreciative that you took the time to add other solutions/alternatives to the Dreambox. Your video was refreshing to watch. THANK YOU!
Hi Margaret, I love your Dreambox. While it might be expensive for some, the ideas you can get from it are FREE. This is how I get my ideas for all my crafts!! Stay safe and Happy Mom's Day!!!
Yay, for made in the USA. Yay, for debt free purchasing. Yay, for you Margaret, saving for exactly what you want/need. Also, for putting so much of your own time researching to help others with ideas. Always enjoy watching your videos. Happy Mother's Day!
Thank you, Martha! And I totally enjoyed looking for alternatives, too! I say this a lot but I LOVE smart people so it's so fun to see what brilliant things clever people come up with!
😄I hear ya. My main craft area is a corner of the basement with grandma's old folding card table and a "sewing table" made from a spare door laid across 2 old 2-drawer filing cabinets. Hubby's old bookcase and chest of drawers form a wall of sorts perpendicular to the sewing table. A fancy storage system like Craftbox would be a dream, but we're in a small house with a scrounger budget 😄
Thank you for this video. I have been looking at this for a while. My daughter-in-love wanted her dad to build her one (he is a master carpenter) he looked at it, looked at the price and said "No way. There is no possible way I can build that for $3000." He does this for a living. That was my first look at it. We are retiring and moving to a new house (with a craft room for me and a wood shop for my husband who makes cutting boards and charcuterie boards) and I am seriously looking into it. This video really helped me with a lot of questions that I had about the practicality of it.
This is good insight. My dad was a carpenter & electrician, so I grew up around it. And I’ve been trying to figure out how to make my own, or take an IKEA wardrobe and put in my own drawers/ shelves… and yeah it seems like DIY would cost more then $2500-3K
I need a sit down with your daughter in law's dad. A master carpenter? And he can't see being able to build this for under $3000? I see about 6 sheets of 3/4 inch plywood for all the frame parts, 1/2 inch plywood for the back, several things can be used for the thin shelves (1/8-1/4 inch thick). That's $500-600. Those acrylic containers is the expensive part and good containers can be bought cheap.
@@tabandken8562 Except it is not just plywood. He uses higher quality materials. I know his work and how detailed and the quality of it. Not to mention the amount of time it would take to make it and time isn't free. 😜
It was a little flimsier than I expected. I had to add a 2x2 piece of wood to the bottom on the rear side in order to stabilize it better th-cam.com/users/postUgkxXTh-lz-8W6GcB219vTLp27-MxbZYObBX . It is also starting to bow a little at the outer wall ( I've had it up for about 6 months), I've already had a shelf tumble down because of the bow and the fact that the little shelf brackets are quite short. I went out to home depot and got some longer ones so that the shelves don't tumble down again. Overall, it looks very nice for the price and it holds a lot ( I use it as a pantry). I am very satisfied with my purchase. I just strongly suggest reinforcing it before putting it up.
Loved your ideas in the video. A couple years ago I presented my husband with a blueprint I had drawn for a platform upon which a blow-up mattress could be placed to extend the size of my bed. When my son and his family visit, they stay in my bedroom but there was not enough sleeping room for the three of them.. I included several "supporting" boards to be placed on the bottom of the platform. When he told me that it didn't need so much support, I told him that in order to store the platform between visits, it would need to stand up against the wall. I intended to use it for yarn storage. I now have a fantastic storage system that doubles as a bed when needed. I of course make sure I keep it well stocked so it doesn't go to waste!
Lindaann! That is INGENIUS!!! I have to remember brag on your brilliant problem-solving in my next video! (I already read this to my husband and he's thoroughly impressed!!)
In regards to your comment about support. I had a shelf that was warped; it's been awhile so I can't give you exact particulars, but I remember that I was quickly sent a replacement part at no cost. I have an original Scrapbox and I still love it. It still is admired by visitors. I, too, would recommend it.
I can't thank you enough for all the alternative ideas. As I was watching and dreaming about how I can create such a useful space for my paper crafting hobby I quickly realized that the answer for me has been with me for a long time and completely under-utilized. I've got two wall piers that are part of an entertainment center that I currently store useless knick-knacks in. For me, problem solved!!
Right after your last video I went straight to Pintrest and looked at DIY options. I found some amazing things. Plus, you had so many good ideas in your video. I see the value in this and may very well get one someday. My current house won't fit it, just too boxy, but I totally see the value. Enjoy it and keep sharing how it works for you. I also get so many ideas from watching you put your new space together. That is how creativity flows!
@@sheepishlysharing I used to look at this cabinet when I scrapbooked when it was more geared towards that. I am glad I didn't jump then, it seems more versatile now. But totally worth it to me. When I have the space...Enjoy and happy mother's day!
Love my Dreambox. Before, I had a lot of different pieces that I was using to organizing my crafts with a path around the room and now everything is in 1 place as it holds so much that I'm still amazed. While it was an expensive purchase, I knew that it was worth the coat to have a craft room that was organized and you could actually walk into. Eventually, I want to purchase the sew station.
I love that you included solutions for almost everyone (except the gal who felt she had to stop watching when she saw the $3K price. You gave me some inspiration to re-organize my somewhat organized craft room.
I don’t see myself closing up the box very often, but the alternative ideas were really helpful! I have an entire 20’ wall I can utilize. I am also a builder. I can really appreciate the construction behind this, but if I am going to invest the money and time, I want to use lumber and not particle board. I love the idea of buying the containers first and building around that! Great video! Thanks!
I'm hoping to build a few of these from scratch as well, but I'll use good 3/4 inch plywood. While it's not true lumber, it's better than what comes with this. Total cost would be about $600 not including containers. The thing is, there is so much assembly involved with this version, I'm surprise more people don't just build from scratch. They basically are anyway.
Company compares it to cabinet material, so it will exist best in a controlled environment, which stays dry, and not moving much. It's not much different material than used in imported bookshelves from Italy you get at Target. I'd be in on a smaller version built for people who move around where they beef up the materials. In a few ways the particle board for this 72" height weighs a ton. I know. I move those bookshelves in a warehouse.
I guess it reads that I'm a bit biased against particle board as a support structure in furniture. I have some Elfa particle board vinyl laminate shelves that do fine when I move, but the rails and brackets are epoxy coated metal. I bought into their system as my alternative to other options around ten years ago. Still spent major money on it but I don't worry about the moisture getting to things quite so badly. And it all comes apart to go carefully on a moving van.
Thanks for letting crafters know they have options. After looking at the Scrapbox longingly for so long, but not feeling like I could justify the expense for my hobby, I came up with an alternative. I saved up and purchased the clear bins from the Original Scrapbox. I put them on 2 bookcases from Wal-Mart. My husband cut some extra shelves and I bought the pegs for them at the hardware store. I get all the storage at a fraction of the price. I can't believe how much stuff fits in those bins!
You raised some good points. I try to watch videos with an open mind and take notes on what I like and think would work for me. To each their own. I just happened to have watched the video you mentioned where the lady took 4 bookcases and combined them into a fold up storage cabinet with the removable table. I have 4 bookcases, and am considering that when I get my guest room cleaned out and start setting it up as my creative space, I might try that idea. I also have some cubby units I have had for ages that I might be able to use in there as well. Thanks for sharing the information.
Hi Margaret, I love to watch your videos. They are always so informative, positive and honest. Crafters are some of the most imaginative people in the world. Thank you for your inspiration.
Love the video! I considered this for a long time before pulling the trigger. I’m moving from a 2800 square ft 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath house to a 2/2 condo with a great room. I began measuring, inspired by Pinterest, thinking I can fabricate what I need. Then I went back to the Dreambox….and ordered one
I wanted to thank you for these videos. As much as I wanted a Dreambox, I wanted a good review and I had not found one. Yours was fantastic! Now not shows me, this is not what I actually need but it also gave me plenty of ideas of what I could do. It was so inspiring! Thanks again, hope you are still enjoying it 😀
I agree-watch your videos to get more ideas for myself. Sometimes it makes sense to “save up” to get a versatile piece that you will use for years. Sometimes you have to be creative and look for bargains to get the job done in the meantime 😄
Thank you for going through the dream box and the options. I did come across the video of the woman that made her own box out of 4 bookcases, it was inspiring. You did a lot of work matching details on cost. I'm in the process of figuring out what I like to do with my studio, where to put the cost to organize it. Been doing a lot of research and came across your video, you helped me in my research. Thanks again.
Awesome! Love it! Love It! Your video dead on breaking down the actual cost when comparing to remodeling closets. Also, I love how you brought in other crafter’s concepts of their storage alternatives. I appreciate what you provided to your audience into such a fine details if the Dreambox is a perfect fit to implement. Thank you 😊.
What a lovely compliment, Lou! Thank you! It has truly been a life changer for me though I totally understand why it may not be for everyone. And while I didn't go into it here, they're accessories are pretty awesome, too!
I love you. I love the way you speak and the words you use. People don't verbally say "applicable" anymore - I don't understand why they go the long route with "small" words. I love the way you organize things and you've shared some awesome tips!!! I wish I had money to pay you for the education!!!!! I'm obsessed with the dreambox - I can't begin to tell you how many videos I've watched regarding the topic, but none of them laid it out the way you did. Thank you so much!!! I'm now a subscriber that watches ads for you! Xoxo
What kind words to wake up to this morning! Thank you, Beth! My main goal for making this videos was to interact with people who share the same interests... money was never the motivation for me! I want everything I share to be free where all it costs you is the time it takes to watch so don't bother with those boring ads unless they interest you! (I watched a rather fascinating one the other day!) Just know that hanging out with me is reward enough and VERY often, commenters share great info with me so I'm learning, too! It's a WIN-WIN situation!
I love how you explained everything, even though you shouldn't have to. thank you for going so in depth on this entire piece! I enjoyed it and think it's an awesome piece of furniture! and Happy Mother's Day!
Well, thank you, Lucy! No I shouldn't have to but one of the best things about TH-cam is that it's a Learning Tool! So IF someone learns to see things from a different perspective, then I consider that bonus points! Of course, the very people who aren't open-minded probably won't watch this second video but I try anyway! Ha!
Thank you so much Margret, you put so much effort and information in your videos we really appreciate it and all the ideas that you can do to suit your own budget and space. Never feel bad because you can buy these things for yourself!! You have earned it, the time you put into these videos you make for us you would never get paid enough for. So please keep up the great work!! I love everything you show us.
Oh, Di_Di... what a lovely compliment to wake up to this morning! I confess that I spend way too many hours on these videos but the payoff isn't the ad revenue... it's having people like you to share this stuff with! In this case, I assumed everyone understood why something like this would be so expensive but... I was wrong. Soooo.... it was a perfect opportunity for additional content that may be helpful. No TH-camr ever knows how a video will be received when we click that upload button so thank you for your encouraging (and kind) words!
I need Di Di to motivate me to make my camera and computer purchases. I need someone to say I've earned an expensive upgrade to remember the years of time I've spent putting it off. A lot of my craft supplies got stuffed in bins and put in the garage because I'm in a room my mother offered. Getting the supplies out of the garage makes me think the creative juices would flow again. I hadn't seen Dream Box before a shipping tracker app put it in my suggestions in 2023. The company seems to know the whole "out of sight, out of mind" thing cramps crafting. I think the made in the USA thing will stick them in my mind when I'm out of my mom's condo.
@@cynvision Hello, I’m sending you all the motivation you need! Sounds like things are difficult at the moment and every little thing that can make you feel happy and feel joy is worth it! Go for it👏👏
You have a really easy voice to listen to. Great points made and I love how you gave the pros and cons and other options available to think about. I love to craft but depend on others to create; I copy and paste! The Dreambox is a great option for me because it’s a no-brainer. Thank you for taking the time to explain and encourage. 💕
That was a truly EXCELLENT review! I liked your honest, relaxed presentation. I like the organization of your ideas. I particularly appreciated your rundown of the costs of the Dream Box and the thoughts on alternatives and their corresponding costs.
Thank you, Rainey! It's a big decision and it's not for everyone but the more info you have, the easier it is to make the right choice for YOU! Glad it was helpful!
I love this video! I had never heard of the dreambox and while it can't fit my budget (nor do I need quite this much real estate for crafting), this gave me so many ideas for re-organizing my craft area! Thanks!!!
Hugs for sharing this video and resources! I'm in the process of determining the best storage solutions for my multi-purpose arts/craft/tools/mudroom/etc. Small space but tons of stuff. Years ago I purchased 4 Five-drawer Craftsman Tool Chests (27x26x14) with wheels, which work wonderfully to house and keep genres organized. They still look brand new and have served me well. Now looking for efficient/clean storage ideas on how to add more storage atop them. Have learned that my "storage" must be tidy, efficient, visually appealing and easy to use. As well as my intentions are to keep open surface top areas clean, they easily become a breeding ground for clutter/stacking, which depletes creativity, so looking for resolve sooner than later. As soon as I can see the idea that works for me, I'm on it ♥♥♥ Thank you! Getting close...
Ahhh.... keeping flat surfaces clear... the ultimate challenge as they seem to be magnets for clutter! You sound like you're well on your way to the perfect design solution!
Thank you for this video. So many great ideas. My head is spinning. My sister has a dream box. For her it works and it’s worth it. Everyone’s needs are different. Thanks for options. Going down the Pinterest rabbit hole next!
You're so right... everyone's needs ARE different and in that Pinterest rabbit hole you'll probably find something that works for you! I LOVE those creative solutions!
Margaret, you are a wealth of information! A lot of homework research to be done for those of us needing a more serious art studio. My husband is a master woodworker ;) so we can build our own, using your suggestions lol. Thank you bunches!
Like I told you before I got mine as a clearance item right after they introduced the light box on the top. I really don't remember how much I paid because I also bought the older version of the sewing box too. Another consideration is space. The big craft box takes up a whole wall in a room. A person really needs a dedicated craft room if they are going to keep it open all the time. Mine does stay open at all times. My husband and I share office space with two desks set in the center. The sewing box is behind him and the big craft box is behind me. We also have a loveseat and built in book cases flanking the double window. There is also a generous sized closet (yarn storage). It's wall to wall furniture. My non-crafting daughter says it makes her claustrophobic.. LOL!! I said it's cozy and comfortable for me.
You were so smart to pick those up on a clearance! And btw, I have one of those non-crafting daughters, too! One of the key things I was trying to communicate in this video was the importance of choosing what's right for YOU and that's exactly what you've done!!
Sweetie don't wait I was 70 when I bought the dream box I love it do not know why I wasted so much time getting it. I honestly have most everything crafting or sewing here at my finger tips. Love being organized. Use something everyday...
LOVED! LOVED! LOVED! After 6+ months of trying to plan out a design for a uncluttered craft room in my guest room, I feel confident knowing my frustrations have finally come to an end. I feel I can now come up with a well planned and much thought out design. I have watched and read 100’s of videos and articles hoping to find some ideas. You gave awesome alternatives, and what I loved best were the pictures you showed. The inspiration I now have is endless. THANK YOU!THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
Thank you for this video. I've been working on my sewing/craft room. I'm close to finishing it like I designed, but I'm rethinking after watching your video and trying to use it. I have 2 IKEA bookshelves that I have designed to lay on their side instead of upright. I have a cutting table right in the middle of the room, and the aisles are narrow. I think this craft room will be a work in progress for now. Part of my problem has been storage of like things, like stencils, stamps, dies and sewing notions. My husband has been very understanding and has helped me with heavy items. Now, I will go back to Illustrator to make things more efficient. Thank you, for all your ideas and places to look for more suggestions!
This was a GREAT video! I'm not really sure why it just now appeared for me; but it's very helpful. Thank you for sharing! I've been toying with the idea of a dream box and wondering if it might actually fit inside a bare closet that I have, and then open into the room as needed. After watching your video, I've measured and re-measured; and ultimately, I think it would fit inside the empty closet (which no longer has the sliding doors). I just wouldn't be able to fully open it to flat. I think it would still work; so it's back on my "wish" list for my craft room. I sew occasionally, use my Cricut maker often, have a passion for Young Living essential oils, and love to oil paint. I know - jack of all trades and master of none. Ha! However, I can see how this Dream box could help me all around and how the time and labor spent on trying to create my own wouldn't be as cost effective. Thank you again!
Geeze, I'm saving the video for numerous reasons but my gosh the pics alone that you have posted will give a person PLENTY of ideas❣️ I mean seriously, you have done most of the work already.. All the window shopping. ✓ DONE🤣
I can relate to ‘where did I put ‘that’, I moved and still don’t have everything where it will live. You can get a car with massagers in the chair.....whaaa?! I too have a ‘no debt’ budget, that’s how we survive when ‘things’ happen, like what we are experiencing now. Very informative, options for everyone. Thanks Margaret, looks like you’re well on your way to settling in to your new craft room.
Hahaha! YES! The whole house is a "where did I put that" activity each day?! Hahaha! And yes... you can purchase vehicles with massage features in them... even pick-up trucks! I don't know how people survive with a no-debt policy but there are far more of them out there than us.
Such a helpful video. Thanks.I realize after watching this that as a 70 year old woman who really wants to pursue my art and sewing that this is the way to go. Now to spend time fine-tuning my needs as my building or repurposing days are behind me. Not to demean others who may be still able to convert shelving unit into a craft area, just where I am at present. Anyway, well done.
You're singing my song, Deborah! We just retired and now that I'm all organized, I can get right down to doing exactly what I really WANT to do. And another unexpected benefit is that I save so much time having everything just an arm's length away.
I can listen to you all day. Your voice is so soothing. purchased the DreamBox, after researching. It was the best option for me. Not having a craft room. Needed the discrete cabinet.
I get that comment all the time but I'm not sure my family would agree about my soothing voice! Ha! I have NO regrets about purchasing my DreamBox and it sounds like it will be perfect for you!
Thanks Margaret! Excellent video as usual. You are so thoughtful and detailed and I love when you think of answers to questions I am thinking of. I am so glad you got this beautiful craft room unit. I agree with you and the older I get I find you get what you pay for. I hope you continue to do well in your new home!
Thank you! You are so sweet and honest and I love that! Thanks for showing all the options for my Dream Box Journey! I have been looking at it for many years and have thought of saving and buying it or transforming free armoires into something similar. Thank you again for all your pointers! love it! Cathe
Oh, Cathe... so many of us turn to TH-cam for reviews so for me, honesty is KEY and so are details. Don't just tell me how wonderful something is... tell me those pros and cons because we know there are pros and cons to everything! Right?! Glad to know I had something helpful to share!
Thank you Margaret. I love the dream boxes and one day I'll save up and be able to afford one for myself. Thankfully in my current apartment I have a wonderful Shelf with are wonderful closet with wire shelves and so I've got most of my crafting in there. And then I inherited my grandmother's Hoosier cabinet from our kitchen and I use that for crafting. But you're right you can find so many creative things if you just look. Again thanks for the video and the ideas.
@@sheepishlysharing looking at the pictures just have two fun! There's some very creative people out there and I love seeing what else available. Like I would have never thought of using lattice for hanging things that I love the way you do it. You so much for your videos and creative way of thinking about things. I appreciate it.
Stumbled across your channel when I was looking at some information about the dream box crap but I really appreciate the time and effort and the thought behind everything that you posted a lot of it really makes sense thank you so much
This is my first time viewing one of your videos and WOW! What a pleasure! You kept it REAL!! Right down from your review, to thoughts, to colloquialism, to even interrupting yourself & updating your thought process! I LOVE that you showed alternate options for comfort, size, creativeness, and COST! We can afford the cost of this beast, we have a designated room for my crafting and have talked about buying it...to the point, that we’ve talked ourselves right out of buying it 3 times (that I can think of, right off). However, I keep watching the videos...thinking, maybe this time. You’ve pointed out so many Pros, that I understand why you bought yours! I appreciate that it was a You thing, that you succeeded in saving for and gifted yourself! I wish you EVERY happiness and hope you get hours of you time, use and pleasure from your gift! Many, many Blessings to you!!!
What kind words to wake up to, Sandi! Thank you! And yes... I keep it real (for better or worse) as I'm certainly no actress and I find "presentation videos" boring. (This is TH-cam not a 1950's classroom!) I, personally, would like an honest review from a friend I could trust so that's how I approach my entire channel! I'm glad you found some value in it! I really DO love this thing and I think it's worth every penny. Honestly! 😍
Thank you, Vicky! Actually, I promote create thinking around EVERYTHING. I'm always preaching "learn, grow, change, evolve!" There's nothing that bores me more than an ol' stick in the mud! Ha! Glad you liked the video!
I created a short version with only 2 fronts using 3 book cases and casters. It cost around $125.00. My craft room is also my sunroom so something blocking my surround windows. It has helped a lot in keeping my most used small items and my Cricut machine which fits perfectly. My vinyl is stored in an over the door hanger and my yarns and fabric are in cubes that line one wall under the window. So yes, creators who cannot afford, or it is not practical for hobbiest like me, be creative.
I have a small business n have been so frustrated trying to stay organized. I’ve tried so many different things n they just aren’t working. This dream box would be a game changer so I’m going to save up n get it. Thanks for this informative video. Although the other ideas are awesome, I’m sold on the dream box.
Well stated! The DreamBox isn’t for everyone. I have it, and I felt the same way about the cost. You did an amazing job of breaking it down to make sense. The fact that it’s made in the USA alone will raise the price- people are too used to the cheap made in China prices, many have forgotten (or maybe never experienced) furniture and items being made here. I had a craft room that I redid and added to every year, trying to make it work. I finally caved and did the Black Friday sale for the DreamBox and Dreamcart, and have zero regrets. The room is more open, which is what I needed. To do it again, I may have skipped the Dream cart and done the sewing station, but it’s still ok! Love your thorough videos and how open minded you are!❤️
Oh... good point, Brandie! Things made in the USA ARE more expensive. I didn't think to include that! That sewing station IS awesome!! I wonder if there will be a Black Friday sale this year??? Hmmm....
Good video. Even before I realized ppl were already diy-ing the Dream Box my first thought 💭 when I first saw a Dream Box was , “I can DIY a Dream Box”. For those who in their heart and their pocket can get one go ahead and get it. But for those of us who know they can make one or similar option for a lot less go ahead and let your imagination, creativity and time ( if you have it) and make your own. Thanks for this video.
Thank you .. this has helped me make my decision. The cost of wood is outrageous right now but I believe this will let me put this in my office/ grandchildren’s room. I make jewelry, paint and do nails. Instead of 2 or 3 different places I can keep everything organized in one area. I’m a;ready building their beds because I have the wood bug I could not get the wood, containers this provides anywhere near the 3000 dollar price tag. Again thanks for the video
You are so welcome! You know... I made this video in May 2020 but price considerations are even more challenging these days with so many factors affecting our pricing of EVERYTHING!
Have been seeing the dream box , and really like it. Love that you showed some problems with it. Nothing comes perfect n you showed how to get it right. Love your channel.
Thank you, Katie!! You're right... you can't expect perfection on something like this but if we count how many things COULD have gone wrong, we'd see exactly how good it actually IS made!
Margaret, what a wonderful group of ideas! I especially liked the one in which the lady used 4 bookcases. They remind me of some that Walmart carries. I would suggest that during the assembly if the bookcases that people replace the back covers with 1/4 inch thick plywood, stained, or painted to match the finish of the bookcases. They will be much sturdier over the years of use. Also, use screws to attach the new backs to the bookcases, after drilling pilot holes first. I have 2 of the bookcases made under the "Better Homes & Gardens" brand label at Walmart, and they've been in fulltime use in my great room for 7+ years now. The bottom 3 shelfs have been used to hold some 30ilbs+ of books, each for the duration of having them. So I'd happily recommend them to anyone interested in building such a cabinet system themselves. I'm seriously thinking about doing so within the next year.
I appreciate so much how You are so willing to share the information you have discovered, as well as the steps you took to find a working solution that works for you, & how we can also do it. Thank you.
Our daughter has a walk through closet - from their bedroom to the bathroom - she curtained off the bathroom entrance and put her sewing machine table in that space - about 4 feet wide - she has hanging shelves that they made above the sewing machine table - roll out storage drawers under part of the table - a bit of side storage where she moved clothing and put in shelves she and our 14 year old grandson constructed- it is "cozy" but gives her a place to keep her sewing projects at the ready - she is currently sewing masks for medical facilities - she has turned out over 600 of them so far - and the distribution is from coast to coast - and our grandson helps by cutting straps and ironing the finished product to give it a final sanitizing. She clever and generous! I enjoyed so many of your suggestions - my studio is bigger than our daughter's and smaller than yours and I can always use a few new good ideas.
Oh, my goodness, JoAnn! She's BRILLIANT! And you're right... clever AND generous! (She must have been brought up by a really great mom!) And how great of her son to pitch in and help! Thanks for sharing that story with me!
Great review and ideas, thanks! I really do want the Dream Box! I saw that video of the woman who created her own version with 4 book shelves, and another that a man created for his wife from pieces he bought at Ikea. Cheaper, yes, and I don't have all the tools and time to invest in building my own model. No brother, hubby or boyfriend to help, and if I paid someone, it would probably cost nearly as much as the Dream Box. Hope I can manifest the extra $$ to purchase soon!
Thank you for the closer look , I keep thinking Ikea might have something , that would work on a budget . I like the one ladies idea of repurposing the book shelf that is a great idea
Of course it does and there are tons of posts and pics out there on the internet where people discuss just that! However, be careful because all those additions can add up quickly BUT the beauty is you can "subtract this" and "rearrange that" to control your price. Here's a good link: www.smartfundiy.com/ikea-craft-rooms
I wondered why you chose the dream box and this was a great follow up video! Thanks, Margaret for being so honest and sharing your ideas and experiences! And yes, it’s inspiration!😊
Yay!!! You get it, Jennifer! Let no good idea go unnoticed!! They certainly came up with a great design so it only makes sense that we should share it and glean what we can from it! After all, that's how we come up with BETTER ideas, right? Remember when computers took up a whole room?? They're certainly better now! Ha!
I saved up and bought the Scrapbox 2.0. I absolutely love it. It was time consuming to put together but I enjoy it so much. I craft way more often, I know where everything is and I love the overall look of the closet. Also I keep al the individual basket lookin colorful and organized for visual purposes. Overall... no regrets!
Me either, Dutchess! No regrets at all! I'm surprised at how much time it does save when everything is within an arm's reach. I totally underestimated the value of that!
Thanks for all the detailed information. I’m looking specifically for yarn storage solutions and was curious about the dream box customization options and cost. This was very helpful.
Being debt-free can be challenging Tell your husband that you know an old lady who just retired and she's so glad they can enjoy her retirement debt free! (I know plenty of people who can't retire because they owe too much!)
What a great comparision and informative video. Thanks so much - I have been thinking about getting a dream box and you gave me such a great review. I still love it and will probably be purchasing soon. You did a great job - thank you.
Hi, I haven't a closet and my home is too tiny for a Dream box. But I have a little corner in the living room well organized with beautiful boxes. So until we'll change home this Is good for me.... and dream a craft closet is free! Thanks to share your ideas with us 😘
Yes! You get it, Barbara! You do what works where you currently are! And if that means scouring the internet being amazed by all the clever people out there, then do it to glean ideas!! Yay!
Thank you for the encouragement to save up for the Dreambox vs. borrowing. I’ve been taking extra money that I earn and saving it to buy the “box”. I’m almost half way there. Sometimes I think I’ll never get it all saved, but I can’t seem to justify borrowing the money.
Oh yes, Susan... with the exception of our mortgage, we've always been a no-debt family. Sometimes when saving for something, you may find that it's not even worth the effort and you can put that money toward something else BUT, if you still want/need it by the time you've gathered the total, then the arrival is that much sweeter! Admittedly, we no longer have to pinch those pennies but I still play the game! (I love using Amazon Shopper Panel ($10/month) and Fetch Rewards and Rakuten to get money/gift cards, etc! Google them if you don't know what I'm talking about!)
Thank you for this video. I’m in 🇨🇦, so with exchange rates, it can be even more costly for the Dreambox for those outside of the US but it was nice to watch your video which I did watch for the suggestions for alternatives - I am currently try to solve a particular issue with one area of my craft room. It’s proving to be difficult to solve for what I envision but I am going to keep searching for ideas, so thanks again!
I purchased 2 very similar units like the one you showed at 11:17 and placed an adjustable table in between them (perpendicularly) for my art studio business and it provides so much room and organization. For crafting at home I have the South Shore Artwork Craft Table and their 1-Door Printer Stand, plus a Cabidor Deluxe (you attach it in to your door hinges - no hammering into a wall required). These have been really great solutions for a teensy space, so hopefully that may help someone out :)
@@sheepishlysharing Hey thanks! Sometimes being on a budget and living in a small space forces one to get creative. I obsessed for a long time about solutions for my space, and having my mind on that actually really helped me through a grieving process after my dad died. Art is wonderful that way, even when it comes to organizing it.
Very informative and extremely interesting. Thank you for researching and providing the resources. I can see and understand the reasons you chose to buy the Craft Box from Create Room. I do agree with you that the value for what you paid is definitely there. I would like to create something similar to fit my needs, but since my husband's untimely death recently, I've had to go back to work to pay the bills. So, my time is very limited and in addition, I do not have the technical knowledge nor the tools nor the money to create something custom for my self. So, in my case, saving money to buy the Create Room unit will be the best option for me. Thank you again. This was so very helpful.
Oh, Ymana.... I'm so sorry.... I remember how our lives were turned upside down when we lost my daddy. (I was 14.) If it makes you feel better, I saved for this thing and it was worth the wait! Baby steps!
@@sheepishlysharing Hi Margaret, Please don't be sorry. I'm doing OK...I have good days and weepy days. It's my new now and I have a new normal. I've been having some grief therapy which has helped a lot. I do appreciate all your research and work on this video. It was extremely helpful in so many ways but it especially helped me to know what I need to look for in my set up...when it happens.
Great video... Not able to purchase such a beautiful piece of furniture but I did make my crafting storage using IKEA cube shelves and inserts to make the cubes into smaller spaces/shelves and added in some drawers as well... Love it for my hobby crafts... I LOVE the clear bins, too. Thank you for sharing and also enjoyed seeing the different options. Take care.
I love the dream box but after watching your video, I realized it wouldn't work for me. I'm glad you showed it to us. Small apartment, moving around about every other year so the hubby and I decided on functional cube/bin furniture to "hide" all the extra yarn and I still have my original set up for "color inspiration". Love your videos!
You know, Angela... I don't know what we did before TH-cam! rarely buy anything these days before I check out what others have to say about it! I'm glad I could help you make a decision!
Thank you! I already have my DreamBox, but it never hurts to hear some more points of view.. I find that when I’m trying to avoid spending the big bucks. ( what that would be once I bought the dream box, I have no idea?) I to did not have a perfect delivery, but was most pleased about all of my dealings with these folks. I’m impressed that you thought to repurpose the crate. Great idea. Thanks. Brooke
Don't you love this Dreambox, Brooke?! It's absolutely ingeniously designed. I recently did a tour through the whole thing and I realized thru the editing process that there is absolutely NOTHING that I wish I could change because I CAN change it to fit my needs! Awesome product.
I plan on buying this for our new home. But my husband is a woodworker and will likely desire to build me one. The links and your IG feed will surly help as will the 100$ off if we go this route. However some options look like possible viable options. Love your honesty. This maybe too much for our budget since we are buying a new home it will be ready on June 1st. I just moved to Texas so thanks very much for your ideas and inspiration and so many ideas to look around at EVERYTHING, first.
I confess, I've been saving for a while for this thing specifically FOR our new home. I had set up a perfectly workable craft room with inexpensive or FREE things in the old house and certainly could have used them all here but I had a plan!! Ha! Bottom line: this furniture is icing on the cake, not meat and potatoes so only you can decide if it's right for your new space!
I love the review and dollar store ideas and organizational videos and links you rock. I am debt free family as well and got a lump sum inheritance and want to spoil me a bit think I am gonna bite the bullet lol
Great review! I’m blessed that my craft/work space is in our finished basement so I have space!! Hallelujah! Years ago I bought clear plastic drawers on wheels which can be tucked under my sewing table...which was our old dining table in the butcher block style!! Solid and sturdy! I have Rubbermaid or Sterelite shelves which hold big and smaller clear boxes of fabric and yarn (we get the occasional cricket so these boxes with lids are essential!) My desk is a 6’ white work table and I use baskets for various storage. And there’s more but this works great for my needs, which is the point! The dream box wouldn’t work for me because of the height, the size of shelves and my specific needs BUT I’d agree it’s worth its price and is beautiful!!
That IS the point, Ellen!! Not only do you get it but you're the master!! I love what you described! (And if you saw some of my past craft room tours you'll see I implemented some of the same handy ideas! Great minds think alike!) 👍
Margaret, I just loved your review!! I love the honesty of it!!!! I bought the Dream Box and two Dream Carts. The Dream Carts are much more affordable. They have massive workspace, are very portable, have the large and medium size bins and would be an excellent option for those who are looking to build space with a more limited budget. I appreciated your honest review! I wish I had seen it before I bought the Dream Box but you published it about the time I finally hit the "buy" button. Honestly, I'm not sure it would have changed my decision to buy but it might have helped. :) I like your creative thinking of options for the Dream Box! You are amazing!!!
Thank you, Mary! I adore my Dream Box and have no regrets whatsoever! Actually, it wasn't ME who had all the good ideas for alternatives as there are some very smart people out there who's ideas I shared! I only threw in a tip or two here and there. As my mother used to say: Where there's a will, there's a way!
Thanks, great review. I’m so happy to hear that the dream box is worth the cost. I did see that you had saved some storage solutions on Pinterest-I was saving the same ones! Lol! My issue for my craft room is that I’m in an upstairs bedroom of a 1 1/2 story house. That means I have slanted walls! Ugh! And of course, the two walls that are not are the window wall and the entrance door wall. So my dream is to do something around the perimeter of the room. I was thinking the book cases joined and pot on castors would be great in a shorter version. Can’t wait to watch her video. Thanks again for all the great suggestions. I’ll be sure to check out your links. Enjoy your new, well organized creative space.
Ah, yes... slanted walls. Erin had those slanted walls in her last house and she lined one wall with cubbies which worked very well. But your idea of casters for closing makes the space more versatile. Close it up and shove it in a corner to give you room for other purposes when needed! Hmmm....
It’s beautiful! I couldn’t buy it or use it or have room for it, but I’m happy for you! If that viewer didn’t want or need it, watching your video doesn’t cost her anything, lol. It gives your imagination ideas on what to do and gives a boost to your own creativity. Silly person! No one said she had to buy one. Ugh! I love watching your videos. I don’t have room in my tiny apartment for all you have, but I don’t do all the crafts you do, either. I have yarn! Lol! And I have shelving I bought and put together for it along part of one wall. Whatever works, and I got the idea for these online in different TH-cam videos! 😀 GLEAN ideas from others’ ideas! It’s all good! Enjoy your new craftroom, my friend; it’s beautiful! ❤️
Thanks, Nancy, and you're so right about that person with the closed-minded attitude. I don't care if she watches my videos but if that's the attitude she takes on ALL TH-cam videos, she's surely missing out on some great ideas! Imagination leads to creative problem-solving and Inspiration fuels imagination!
Thank you for information. I'm a crafter sometimes. Mostly a seamstress. So this Dream Closet can be used by me but It would only hold my supplies. It isn't enough space for all the fabric I have! I have four sewing machines that so I need a room. I have my back bedroom as the sewing room. yes you should look at the ideas even if they are out of your price range. I have tweaked ideas to what can work for me storing my sewing supplies. Yes. I love the clear bins to see what is inside. I prefer to have a lid on the boxes and found some on Amazon that have a hinged top. They work for me! I consider paying the price as an investment in my work so I can do my work better and more efficiently. You have to spend money to make money! Sometimes!!
Thank you for sharing this and all the goodie links in the doobly doo. I am currently working on my own TV Armoire craft area makeover. Not planning to paint it at this time... still not sold on the space but its really coming together nicely. Got lots of fantastic ideas from your video and those you linked. Thanks again!
another great video...You and I don't have the same budget, but we share a love of crafting. I get a lot of ideas from you. I also love your thriftiness, that really shines through!
Oh, Valerie... for the most part, I'm quite the penny pincher! Just because you have the money doesn't mean you shouldn't be frugal! It's paid off because we've built our saving slowly but surely by being frugal and now we're enjoying it in retirement! And what I've really learned thru all of that is that sometimes, the solutions you create are BETTER than those you can buy in a store! I still have and USE a lot of my repurposed stuff!!
This cabinet is my dream cabinet but like you pointed out its not in my budget so taking my ideas and some wonderful inspiration from you I plan on creating my own. The person who left sure missed out on some wonderful ideas. Thank you for your time and resources loved this episode.
Imagination is the key to problem solving. INSPIRATION feeds imagination and keeps it healthy! I would definately think craft storage is a problem that needs solving and everyone's needs are different so who knows what wonderful ideas you'll come up with, Vicki?!
I don't believe the price is bad for what you get. However it is made from particle board which makes it very heavy and while it will last a good little while, like Ikea furniture (because it is built the same) it will fall apart. I love the idea of having all of my stuff in one place and that is why my husband is designing one for my specific needs based on the Workbox 3.0 only with real wood. It will be much cheaper and I think nicer. But I do love your videos.
Thank you for this video. I would absolutely love a Dream box but I don’t think it’s possible because of the cost. I do love all the alternatives you presented in this video. Time for me to get creative.
Thanks Margaret. Love all your posts...really appreciate your reviews, perspectives and projects. Keeps me motivated... Looks like you are settling in. WEARING SHORTS.....we had snow❄☃️🇨🇦 overnight here in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Thankfully its melted away....
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The person that stopped watching when price was mentioned is a “ glass half empty” person and doesn’t have the creativity to think outside of the box. I’m glad I saw the other options. Thanks for posting.
Great point! I LOVED looking at all those creative people and I'm glad you did, too, Alexis!
I’m disabled and there is no way I can afford this, but I watched the entire video for the exact reason u said! What can I make that works for me. I have a tall cabinet and I’m looking at ways to tweak it to make it have more vertical storage. Thank u for this. I love to see fellow crafters thinking outside the box and inspiring us to do the same. My crafting epoxy work is my physical therapy and my doctors have seen my improvement because of it. Praise God. Thank u again. Wonderful video !!
Where have you been??? Wow just what I am looking for. I am retired, have been sharing an office with my husband ( extra bedroom) but my scrapbooking supplies are in 3 different closets and 4 different rooms!!! At 70 yrs old time to get organized for ME!! Thank you.
This is a game changer, Joyce! I value this thing every day!
@@sheepishlysharing It does look wonderful. I liked your thoughts about picking the containers FIRST. Thank you. That box is just so deep when it is closed up...... but YOU got me THINKING and that is what it is all about. There was one about a sewing box and she had 2 fold down tables , one on each side of the middle, which gave a bigger space to work at. HMMM. Good luck I will send you a picture when it is all done....in the future sometime. Thank you again and I am subscribing to you and will stay tuned.
Agree crafters always have a running imagination , always wondering and perfecting , tweaking their area. Just looking at pictures , patterns and diagrams inspire me. Happy Mother's Day .
YES, Cathy... at least for some of us. I feel sad for that person with the closed-minded comment. One of the best assets we crafters have is our imagination!
Being well-organized and able to find just what you need when you need it= priceless!
I agree, Jolene! Now... if I could just remember where I put it during the organization process.... Hahaha!
I think your Dream Box is awesome and if someone can’t enjoy watching you get your Dream Room, no matter the cost, they are being.... maybe I should stop there. Lol. We all have different lifestyles and we all can teach someone something along the way. I can’t afford one myself, but I organize the way that I can and it’s good enough for me. I started out putting all my yarn in cardboard boxes on their sides. Turned them in to shelves. Lol. It suited its purpose and I was proud of myself. You make due with what God has blessed you with. I love it that your back on the channel. Love your tutorials. Keep it up!!!😀
I did that cardboard box method! Gift bags work well inside those or crates if you have a smaller amount to organize! (You can see all my low-cost or FREE organizational things in past craft room tours! Ha!)
Margaret Olander I’ll have to check out your past videos for ideas!! I’m fixing to order some more shelves or something because when you get a couple of hundred skeins you need ideas. I hope to have a lot more than that in the future. Thanks for the suggestion!!! 😁
I don't often leave comments on TH-cam videos but after watching this video in its ENTIRETY, I have to say, it is EXCELLENT! I am so appreciative that you took the time to add other solutions/alternatives to the Dreambox. Your video was refreshing to watch. THANK YOU!
What a lovely comment to wake up to this morning! Thank you, Kristen!
Hi Margaret, I love your Dreambox. While it might be expensive for some, the ideas you can get from it are FREE. This is how I get my ideas for all my crafts!! Stay safe and Happy Mom's Day!!!
EXACTLY, Jo!!! You get it! Yay!!!
Yay, for made in the USA. Yay, for debt free purchasing. Yay, for you Margaret, saving for exactly what you want/need. Also, for putting so much of your own time researching to help others with ideas. Always enjoy watching your videos. Happy Mother's Day!
Thank you, Martha! And I totally enjoyed looking for alternatives, too! I say this a lot but I LOVE smart people so it's so fun to see what brilliant things clever people come up with!
I love this. My current craft storage is a bedroom closet that utilizes the “ Tetris” method of stacking. This looks like heaven to me.
😄I hear ya. My main craft area is a corner of the basement with grandma's old folding card table and a "sewing table" made from a spare door laid across 2 old 2-drawer filing cabinets. Hubby's old bookcase and chest of drawers form a wall of sorts perpendicular to the sewing table. A fancy storage system like Craftbox would be a dream, but we're in a small house with a scrounger budget 😄
Thank you for this video. I have been looking at this for a while. My daughter-in-love wanted her dad to build her one (he is a master carpenter) he looked at it, looked at the price and said "No way. There is no possible way I can build that for $3000." He does this for a living. That was my first look at it. We are retiring and moving to a new house (with a craft room for me and a wood shop for my husband who makes cutting boards and charcuterie boards) and I am seriously looking into it. This video really helped me with a lot of questions that I had about the practicality of it.
I'm so glad sharing my experience was helpful, Alicia! AND I'm so glad to hear a professional back me up with my pricing assessment! Thanks for that!
This is good insight. My dad was a carpenter & electrician, so I grew up around it. And I’ve been trying to figure out how to make my own, or take an IKEA wardrobe and put in my own drawers/ shelves… and yeah it seems like DIY would cost more then $2500-3K
I need a sit down with your daughter in law's dad. A master carpenter? And he can't see being able to build this for under $3000? I see about 6 sheets of 3/4 inch plywood for all the frame parts, 1/2 inch plywood for the back, several things can be used for the thin shelves (1/8-1/4 inch thick). That's $500-600. Those acrylic containers is the expensive part and good containers can be bought cheap.
@@tabandken8562 Except it is not just plywood. He uses higher quality materials. I know his work and how detailed and the quality of it. Not to mention the amount of time it would take to make it and time isn't free. 😜
@@agm97ga I think it all comes down to what you have more of, time or money.
It was a little flimsier than I expected. I had to add a 2x2 piece of wood to the bottom on the rear side in order to stabilize it better th-cam.com/users/postUgkxXTh-lz-8W6GcB219vTLp27-MxbZYObBX . It is also starting to bow a little at the outer wall ( I've had it up for about 6 months), I've already had a shelf tumble down because of the bow and the fact that the little shelf brackets are quite short. I went out to home depot and got some longer ones so that the shelves don't tumble down again. Overall, it looks very nice for the price and it holds a lot ( I use it as a pantry). I am very satisfied with my purchase. I just strongly suggest reinforcing it before putting it up.
Loved your ideas in the video. A couple years ago I presented my husband with a blueprint I had drawn for a platform upon which a blow-up mattress could be placed to extend the size of my bed. When my son and his family visit, they stay in my bedroom but there was not enough sleeping room for the three of them.. I included several "supporting" boards to be placed on the bottom of the platform. When he told me that it didn't need so much support, I told him that in order to store the platform between visits, it would need to stand up against the wall. I intended to use it for yarn storage. I now have a fantastic storage system that doubles as a bed when needed. I of course make sure I keep it well stocked so it doesn't go to waste!
Lindaann! That is INGENIUS!!! I have to remember brag on your brilliant problem-solving in my next video! (I already read this to my husband and he's thoroughly impressed!!)
In regards to your comment about support. I had a shelf that was warped; it's been awhile so I can't give you exact particulars, but I remember that I was quickly sent a replacement part at no cost. I have an original Scrapbox and I still love it. It still is admired by visitors. I, too, would recommend it.
They followed through beautifully even if it was a little "silent" at first and I love mine, too!
I can't thank you enough for all the alternative ideas. As I was watching and dreaming about how I can create such a useful space for my paper crafting hobby I quickly realized that the answer for me has been with me for a long time and completely under-utilized. I've got two wall piers that are part of an entertainment center that I currently store useless knick-knacks in. For me, problem solved!!
Wonderful! Creative problem solving is always fun!
Right after your last video I went straight to Pintrest and looked at DIY options. I found some amazing things. Plus, you had so many good ideas in your video. I see the value in this and may very well get one someday. My current house won't fit it, just too boxy, but I totally see the value. Enjoy it and keep sharing how it works for you. I also get so many ideas from watching you put your new space together. That is how creativity flows!
Exactly, Lisa!! You totally get it!! I think half the fun is the planning!
@@sheepishlysharing I used to look at this cabinet when I scrapbooked when it was more geared towards that. I am glad I didn't jump then, it seems more versatile now. But totally worth it to me. When I have the space...Enjoy and happy mother's day!
Love my Dreambox. Before, I had a lot of different pieces that I was using to organizing my crafts with a path around the room and now everything is in 1 place as it holds so much that I'm still amazed. While it was an expensive purchase, I knew that it was worth the coat to have a craft room that was organized and you could actually walk into. Eventually, I want to purchase the sew station.
I agree, Lea! And I toss around the idea of the Sew Station all the time! ha!
I love that you included solutions for almost everyone (except the gal who felt she had to stop watching when she saw the $3K price. You gave me some inspiration to re-organize my somewhat organized craft room.
I'm so glad, Nancy! Creative problem solving is actually a fun activity!
I don’t see myself closing up the box very often, but the alternative ideas were really helpful! I have an entire 20’ wall I can utilize. I am also a builder. I can really appreciate the construction behind this, but if I am going to invest the money and time, I want to use lumber and not particle board. I love the idea of buying the containers first and building around that! Great video! Thanks!
I'm hoping to build a few of these from scratch as well, but I'll use good 3/4 inch plywood. While it's not true lumber, it's better than what comes with this. Total cost would be about $600 not including containers. The thing is, there is so much assembly involved with this version, I'm surprise more people don't just build from scratch. They basically are anyway.
Company compares it to cabinet material, so it will exist best in a controlled environment, which stays dry, and not moving much. It's not much different material than used in imported bookshelves from Italy you get at Target. I'd be in on a smaller version built for people who move around where they beef up the materials. In a few ways the particle board for this 72" height weighs a ton. I know. I move those bookshelves in a warehouse.
I guess it reads that I'm a bit biased against particle board as a support structure in furniture. I have some Elfa particle board vinyl laminate shelves that do fine when I move, but the rails and brackets are epoxy coated metal. I bought into their system as my alternative to other options around ten years ago. Still spent major money on it but I don't worry about the moisture getting to things quite so badly. And it all comes apart to go carefully on a moving van.
Thanks for letting crafters know they have options. After looking at the Scrapbox longingly for so long, but not feeling like I could justify the expense for my hobby, I came up with an alternative. I saved up and purchased the clear bins from the Original Scrapbox. I put them on 2 bookcases from Wal-Mart. My husband cut some extra shelves and I bought the pegs for them at the hardware store. I get all the storage at a fraction of the price. I can't believe how much stuff fits in those bins!
And the size options of those bins were well thought out, don't you think?! And you can't beat the quality! Glad you have a handy husband!
You raised some good points. I try to watch videos with an open mind and take notes on what I like and think would work for me. To each their own. I just happened to have watched the video you mentioned where the lady took 4 bookcases and combined them into a fold up storage cabinet with the removable table. I have 4 bookcases, and am considering that when I get my guest room cleaned out and start setting it up as my creative space, I might try that idea. I also have some cubby units I have had for ages that I might be able to use in there as well. Thanks for sharing the information.
I think that's a brilliant idea! And once you get going the ideas will start flowing!
Hi Margaret, I love to watch your videos. They are always so informative, positive and honest. Crafters are some of the most imaginative people in the world. Thank you for your inspiration.
Aww... what a lovely compliment to wake up to this morning, Caryn! Thank you!
Love the video! I considered this for a long time before pulling the trigger. I’m moving from a 2800 square ft 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath house to a 2/2 condo with a great room. I began measuring, inspired by Pinterest, thinking I can fabricate what I need. Then I went back to the Dreambox….and ordered one
I think you'll love it, Mary Anne! I have no regrets!!
It was such a great idea to compare this to a custom closet!
Thank you, Loony! Closets are something people can relate to unlike this specialty made furniture!
I wanted to thank you for these videos. As much as I wanted a Dreambox, I wanted a good review and I had not found one. Yours was fantastic! Now not shows me, this is not what I actually need but it also gave me plenty of ideas of what I could do. It was so inspiring! Thanks again, hope you are still enjoying it 😀
I agree-watch your videos to get more ideas for myself. Sometimes it makes sense to “save up” to get a versatile piece that you will use for years. Sometimes you have to be creative and look for bargains to get the job done in the meantime 😄
OR... you do both! I have my fancy schmancy Dreambox but I still use my repurposed stuff elsewhere! Ha!
Thank you for going through the dream box and the options. I did come across the video of the woman that made her own box out of 4 bookcases, it was inspiring. You did a lot of work matching details on cost. I'm in the process of figuring out what I like to do with my studio, where to put the cost to organize it. Been doing a lot of research and came across your video, you helped me in my research. Thanks again.
Awesome! Love it! Love It! Your video dead on breaking down the actual cost when comparing to remodeling closets. Also, I love how you brought in other crafter’s concepts of their storage alternatives. I appreciate what you provided to your audience into such a fine details if the Dreambox is a perfect fit to implement. Thank you 😊.
What a lovely compliment, Lou! Thank you! It has truly been a life changer for me though I totally understand why it may not be for everyone. And while I didn't go into it here, they're accessories are pretty awesome, too!
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I love you. I love the way you speak and the words you use. People don't verbally say "applicable" anymore - I don't understand why they go the long route with "small" words. I love the way you organize things and you've shared some awesome tips!!! I wish I had money to pay you for the education!!!!! I'm obsessed with the dreambox - I can't begin to tell you how many videos I've watched regarding the topic, but none of them laid it out the way you did. Thank you so much!!! I'm now a subscriber that watches ads for you! Xoxo
What kind words to wake up to this morning! Thank you, Beth! My main goal for making this videos was to interact with people who share the same interests... money was never the motivation for me! I want everything I share to be free where all it costs you is the time it takes to watch so don't bother with those boring ads unless they interest you! (I watched a rather fascinating one the other day!) Just know that hanging out with me is reward enough and VERY often, commenters share great info with me so I'm learning, too! It's a WIN-WIN situation!
I love how you explained everything, even though you shouldn't have to. thank you for going so in depth on this entire piece! I enjoyed it and think it's an awesome piece of furniture! and Happy Mother's Day!
Well, thank you, Lucy! No I shouldn't have to but one of the best things about TH-cam is that it's a Learning Tool! So IF someone learns to see things from a different perspective, then I consider that bonus points! Of course, the very people who aren't open-minded probably won't watch this second video but I try anyway! Ha!
Thank you so much Margret, you put so much effort and information in your videos we really appreciate it and all the ideas that you can do to suit your own budget and space. Never feel bad because you can buy these things for yourself!! You have earned it, the time you put into these videos you make for us you would never get paid enough for.
So please keep up the great work!! I love everything you show us.
Oh, Di_Di... what a lovely compliment to wake up to this morning! I confess that I spend way too many hours on these videos but the payoff isn't the ad revenue... it's having people like you to share this stuff with! In this case, I assumed everyone understood why something like this would be so expensive but... I was wrong. Soooo.... it was a perfect opportunity for additional content that may be helpful. No TH-camr ever knows how a video will be received when we click that upload button so thank you for your encouraging (and kind) words!
I need Di Di to motivate me to make my camera and computer purchases. I need someone to say I've earned an expensive upgrade to remember the years of time I've spent putting it off. A lot of my craft supplies got stuffed in bins and put in the garage because I'm in a room my mother offered. Getting the supplies out of the garage makes me think the creative juices would flow again. I hadn't seen Dream Box before a shipping tracker app put it in my suggestions in 2023. The company seems to know the whole "out of sight, out of mind" thing cramps crafting. I think the made in the USA thing will stick them in my mind when I'm out of my mom's condo.
@@cynvision Hello, I’m sending you all the motivation you need! Sounds like things are difficult at the moment and every little thing that can make you feel happy and feel joy is worth it! Go for it👏👏
You have a really easy voice to listen to. Great points made and I love how you gave the pros and cons and other options available to think about. I love to craft but depend on others to create; I copy and paste! The Dreambox is a great option for me because it’s a no-brainer. Thank you for taking the time to explain and encourage. 💕
What a lovely comment to wake up to this morning! Thank you, Shelley! I have absolutely no regrets and enjoy my Dreambox every single day!
That was a truly EXCELLENT review!
I liked your honest, relaxed presentation. I like the organization of your ideas. I particularly appreciated your rundown of the costs of the Dream Box and the thoughts on alternatives and their corresponding costs.
Thank you, Rainey! It's a big decision and it's not for everyone but the more info you have, the easier it is to make the right choice for YOU! Glad it was helpful!
I love this video! I had never heard of the dreambox and while it can't fit my budget (nor do I need quite this much real estate for crafting), this gave me so many ideas for re-organizing my craft area! Thanks!!!
Yay! That's exactly what I hoped for, Tammy! YOU totally get it!! Glad I could shed a spark or two!
Hugs for sharing this video and resources! I'm in the process of determining the best storage solutions for my multi-purpose arts/craft/tools/mudroom/etc. Small space but tons of stuff. Years ago I purchased 4 Five-drawer Craftsman Tool Chests (27x26x14) with wheels, which work wonderfully to house and keep genres organized. They still look brand new and have served me well. Now looking for efficient/clean storage ideas on how to add more storage atop them. Have learned that my "storage" must be tidy, efficient, visually appealing and easy to use. As well as my intentions are to keep open surface top areas clean, they easily become a breeding ground for clutter/stacking, which depletes creativity, so looking for resolve sooner than later. As soon as I can see the idea that works for me, I'm on it ♥♥♥ Thank you! Getting close...
Ahhh.... keeping flat surfaces clear... the ultimate challenge as they seem to be magnets for clutter! You sound like you're well on your way to the perfect design solution!
Thank you for this video. So many great ideas. My head is spinning. My sister has a dream box. For her it works and it’s worth it. Everyone’s needs are different. Thanks for options. Going down the Pinterest rabbit hole next!
You're so right... everyone's needs ARE different and in that Pinterest rabbit hole you'll probably find something that works for you! I LOVE those creative solutions!
Margaret, you are a wealth of information! A lot of homework research to be done for those of us needing a more serious art studio. My husband is a master woodworker ;) so we can build our own, using your suggestions lol. Thank you bunches!
Glad it was helpful! Have fun designing!
I am considering one and I really appreciate your thoughtful video! I also love watching you. Thanks for sharing!
Like I told you before I got mine as a clearance item right after they introduced the light box on the top. I really don't remember how much I paid because I also bought the older version of the sewing box too. Another consideration is space. The big craft box takes up a whole wall in a room. A person really needs a dedicated craft room if they are going to keep it open all the time. Mine does stay open at all times. My husband and I share office space with two desks set in the center. The sewing box is behind him and the big craft box is behind me. We also have a loveseat and built in book cases flanking the double window. There is also a generous sized closet (yarn storage). It's wall to wall furniture. My non-crafting daughter says it makes her claustrophobic.. LOL!! I said it's cozy and comfortable for me.
And PS,, You are right about the price point.. It is well worth the money!
You were so smart to pick those up on a clearance! And btw, I have one of those non-crafting daughters, too! One of the key things I was trying to communicate in this video was the importance of choosing what's right for YOU and that's exactly what you've done!!
That is Beautiful. I would Love to have something like that someday. Thanks for sharing.
Oh, Helen... I've had my eye on it for years so this is my "someday" and I couldn't be more pleased! It's incredibly practical and pretty, too!
Sweetie don't wait I was 70 when I bought the dream box I love it do not know why I wasted so much time getting it. I honestly have most everything crafting or sewing here at my finger tips. Love being organized. Use something everyday...
LOVED! LOVED! LOVED! After 6+ months of trying to plan out a design for a uncluttered craft room in my guest room, I feel confident knowing my frustrations have finally come to an end. I feel I can now come up with a well planned and much thought out design. I have watched and read 100’s of videos and articles hoping to find some ideas. You gave awesome alternatives, and what I loved best were the pictures you showed. The inspiration I now have is endless. THANK YOU!THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
You are so welcome!
Thank you for this video. I've been working on my sewing/craft room. I'm close to finishing it like I designed, but I'm rethinking after watching your video and trying to use it. I have 2 IKEA bookshelves that I have designed to lay on their side instead of upright. I have a cutting table right in the middle of the room, and the aisles are narrow. I think this craft room will be a work in progress for now. Part of my problem has been storage of like things, like stencils, stamps, dies and sewing notions. My husband has been very understanding and has helped me with heavy items. Now, I will go back to Illustrator to make things more efficient. Thank you, for all your ideas and places to look for more suggestions!
This was a GREAT video! I'm not really sure why it just now appeared for me; but it's very helpful. Thank you for sharing! I've been toying with the idea of a dream box and wondering if it might actually fit inside a bare closet that I have, and then open into the room as needed. After watching your video, I've measured and re-measured; and ultimately, I think it would fit inside the empty closet (which no longer has the sliding doors). I just wouldn't be able to fully open it to flat. I think it would still work; so it's back on my "wish" list for my craft room. I sew occasionally, use my Cricut maker often, have a passion for Young Living essential oils, and love to oil paint. I know - jack of all trades and master of none. Ha! However, I can see how this Dream box could help me all around and how the time and labor spent on trying to create my own wouldn't be as cost effective. Thank you again!
Geeze, I'm saving the video for numerous reasons but my gosh the pics alone that you have posted will give a person PLENTY of ideas❣️ I mean seriously, you have done most of the work already.. All the window shopping. ✓ DONE🤣
Ha! What I shared is only a drop in the bucket compared to what's out there! People have some ingenious ideas!
@@sheepishlysharing oh yes, I was just now going thru my storage & saving to my Craft room🤣 BUT WHEN will I EVER get to the craft room ??
I can relate to ‘where did I put ‘that’, I moved and still don’t have everything where it will live. You can get a car with massagers in the chair.....whaaa?! I too have a ‘no debt’ budget, that’s how we survive when ‘things’ happen, like what we are experiencing now. Very informative, options for everyone. Thanks Margaret, looks like you’re well on your way to settling in to your new craft room.
Hahaha! YES! The whole house is a "where did I put that" activity each day?! Hahaha! And yes... you can purchase vehicles with massage features in them... even pick-up trucks! I don't know how people survive with a no-debt policy but there are far more of them out there than us.
Such a helpful video. Thanks.I realize after watching this that as a 70 year old woman who really wants to pursue my art and sewing that this is the way to go. Now to spend time fine-tuning my needs as my building or repurposing days are behind me. Not to demean others who may be still able to convert shelving unit into a craft area, just where I am at present. Anyway, well done.
You're singing my song, Deborah! We just retired and now that I'm all organized, I can get right down to doing exactly what I really WANT to do. And another unexpected benefit is that I save so much time having everything just an arm's length away.
I can listen to you all day. Your voice is so soothing. purchased the DreamBox, after researching. It was the best option for me. Not having a craft room. Needed the discrete cabinet.
I get that comment all the time but I'm not sure my family would agree about my soothing voice! Ha! I have NO regrets about purchasing my DreamBox and it sounds like it will be perfect for you!
Thanks Margaret! Excellent video as usual. You are so thoughtful and detailed and I love when you think of answers to questions I am thinking of. I am so glad you got this beautiful craft room unit. I agree with you and the older I get I find you get what you pay for. I hope you continue to do well in your new home!
Awww.... what kind words, Elizabeth! And I think of the questions you have simply because I had the same questions! I love this like-minded community!
Thank you! You are so sweet and honest and I love that! Thanks for showing all the options for my Dream Box Journey! I have been looking at it for many years and have thought of saving and buying it or transforming free armoires into something similar. Thank you again for all your pointers! love it! Cathe
Oh, Cathe... so many of us turn to TH-cam for reviews so for me, honesty is KEY and so are details. Don't just tell me how wonderful something is... tell me those pros and cons because we know there are pros and cons to everything! Right?! Glad to know I had something helpful to share!
Thank you Margaret. I love the dream boxes and one day I'll save up and be able to afford one for myself. Thankfully in my current apartment I have a wonderful Shelf with are wonderful closet with wire shelves and so I've got most of my crafting in there. And then I inherited my grandmother's Hoosier cabinet from our kitchen and I use that for crafting. But you're right you can find so many creative things if you just look. Again thanks for the video and the ideas.
You totally get it, Heidi!! It's actually fun to look through pictures at what all these clever people come up with! Don't you think?!
@@sheepishlysharing looking at the pictures just have two fun! There's some very creative people out there and I love seeing what else available. Like I would have never thought of using lattice for hanging things that I love the way you do it. You so much for your videos and creative way of thinking about things. I appreciate it.
Stumbled across your channel when I was looking at some information about the dream box crap but I really appreciate the time and effort and the thought behind everything that you posted a lot of it really makes sense thank you so much
Glad I could help, Sara! It's a awesome product but it's not for everyone!
Thanks a lot. I've been looking at cheaper alternatives to diy and this is making me think about what I really need.
This is my first time viewing one of your videos and WOW! What a pleasure! You kept it REAL!! Right down from your review, to thoughts, to colloquialism, to even interrupting yourself & updating your thought process! I LOVE that you showed alternate options for comfort, size, creativeness, and COST!
We can afford the cost of this beast, we have a designated room for my crafting and have talked about buying it...to the point, that we’ve talked ourselves right out of buying it 3 times (that I can think of, right off). However, I keep watching the videos...thinking, maybe this time.
You’ve pointed out so many Pros, that I understand why you bought yours! I appreciate that it was a You thing, that you succeeded in saving for and gifted yourself! I wish you EVERY happiness and hope you get hours of you time, use and pleasure from your gift!
Many, many Blessings to you!!!
What kind words to wake up to, Sandi! Thank you! And yes... I keep it real (for better or worse) as I'm certainly no actress and I find "presentation videos" boring. (This is TH-cam not a 1950's classroom!) I, personally, would like an honest review from a friend I could trust so that's how I approach my entire channel! I'm glad you found some value in it! I really DO love this thing and I think it's worth every penny. Honestly! 😍
Love that you are promoting creating thinking around craft storage. 😁 I found your video very inspiring!
Thank you, Vicky! Actually, I promote create thinking around EVERYTHING. I'm always preaching "learn, grow, change, evolve!" There's nothing that bores me more than an ol' stick in the mud! Ha! Glad you liked the video!
I created a short version with only 2 fronts using 3 book cases and casters. It cost around $125.00. My craft room is also my sunroom so something blocking my surround windows. It has helped a lot in keeping my most used small items and my Cricut machine which fits perfectly. My vinyl is stored in an over the door hanger and my yarns and fabric are in cubes that line one wall under the window. So yes, creators who cannot afford, or it is not practical for hobbiest like me, be creative.
I have a small business n have been so frustrated trying to stay organized. I’ve tried so many different things n they just aren’t working. This dream box would be a game changer so I’m going to save up n get it. Thanks for this informative video. Although the other ideas are awesome, I’m sold on the dream box.
I have to tell you... I really love that thing and have no regrets for my purchase!
Nice job with the research for the different options. You speak so clearly. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you, Kathy!
Well stated! The DreamBox isn’t for everyone. I have it, and I felt the same way about the cost. You did an amazing job of breaking it down to make sense. The fact that it’s made in the USA alone will raise the price- people are too used to the cheap made in China prices, many have forgotten (or maybe never experienced) furniture and items being made here.
I had a craft room that I redid and added to every year, trying to make it work. I finally caved and did the Black Friday sale for the DreamBox and Dreamcart, and have zero regrets. The room is more open, which is what I needed. To do it again, I may have skipped the Dream cart and done the sewing station, but it’s still ok!
Love your thorough videos and how open minded you are!❤️
Oh... good point, Brandie! Things made in the USA ARE more expensive. I didn't think to include that! That sewing station IS awesome!! I wonder if there will be a Black Friday sale this year??? Hmmm....
Good video. Even before I realized ppl were already diy-ing the Dream Box my first thought 💭 when I first saw a Dream Box was , “I can DIY a Dream Box”. For those who in their heart and their pocket can get one go ahead and get it. But for those of us who know they can make one or similar option for a lot less go ahead and let your imagination, creativity and time ( if you have it) and make your own. Thanks for this video.
Glad to serve up a little inspiration, B! Have fun designing!
Feels like forever since I saw you Margaret. Miss seeing your videos but understand that unpacking is a HUGE job. ☺🇦🇺
Thanks, Kaz... and it's not just unpacking! We're also trying hard to figure out how to have a wedding in this pandemic. Goodness....
Thank you .. this has helped me make my decision. The cost of wood is outrageous right now but I believe this will let me put this in my office/ grandchildren’s room. I make jewelry, paint and do nails. Instead of 2 or 3 different places I can keep everything organized in one area. I’m a;ready building their beds because I have the wood bug I could not get the wood, containers this provides anywhere near the 3000 dollar price tag. Again thanks for the video
You are so welcome! You know... I made this video in May 2020 but price considerations are even more challenging these days with so many factors affecting our pricing of EVERYTHING!
Have been seeing the dream box , and really like it. Love that you showed some problems with it. Nothing comes perfect n you showed how to get it right. Love your channel.
Thank you, Katie!! You're right... you can't expect perfection on something like this but if we count how many things COULD have gone wrong, we'd see exactly how good it actually IS made!
Margaret, what a wonderful group of ideas! I especially liked the one in which the lady used 4 bookcases. They remind me of some that Walmart carries. I would suggest that during the assembly if the bookcases that people replace the back covers with 1/4 inch thick plywood, stained, or painted to match the finish of the bookcases. They will be much sturdier over the years of use. Also, use screws to attach the new backs to the bookcases, after drilling pilot holes first. I have 2 of the bookcases made under the "Better Homes & Gardens" brand label at Walmart, and they've been in fulltime use in my great room for 7+ years now. The bottom 3 shelfs have been used to hold some 30ilbs+ of books, each for the duration of having them. So I'd happily recommend them to anyone interested in building such a cabinet system themselves. I'm seriously thinking about doing so within the next year.
Oooo!!! I'd love to see it if you do it, Linda! I bet you could really do it up right with some added bells and whistles, too!
@@sheepishlysharing if I get one put together I'll definitely post it on my Instagram page. I wish we could share photos here.
I do, too! Pictures here would be GREAT!
I appreciate so much how You are so willing to share the information you have discovered, as well as the steps you took to find a working solution that works for you, & how we can also do it. Thank you.
You're so welcome, Cindy! I LOVE sharing stuff I've learned/discovered because I have such a giving group of viewers who share right back with me! ❤😍
Our daughter has a walk through closet - from their bedroom to the bathroom - she curtained off the bathroom entrance and put her sewing machine table in that space - about 4 feet wide - she has hanging shelves that they made above the sewing machine table - roll out storage drawers under part of the table - a bit of side storage where she moved clothing and put in shelves she and our 14 year old grandson constructed- it is "cozy" but gives her a place to keep her sewing projects at the ready - she is currently sewing masks for medical facilities - she has turned out over 600 of them so far - and the distribution is from coast to coast - and our grandson helps by cutting straps and ironing the finished product to give it a final sanitizing. She clever and generous!
I enjoyed so many of your suggestions - my studio is bigger than our daughter's and smaller than yours and I can always use a few new good ideas.
Oh, my goodness, JoAnn! She's BRILLIANT! And you're right... clever AND generous! (She must have been brought up by a really great mom!) And how great of her son to pitch in and help! Thanks for sharing that story with me!
Great review and ideas, thanks! I really do want the Dream Box! I saw that video of the woman who created her own version with 4 book shelves, and another that a man created for his wife from pieces he bought at Ikea. Cheaper, yes, and I don't have all the tools and time to invest in building my own model. No brother, hubby or boyfriend to help, and if I paid someone, it would probably cost nearly as much as the Dream Box. Hope I can manifest the extra $$ to purchase soon!
Thank you for the closer look , I keep thinking Ikea might have something , that would work on a budget . I like the one ladies idea of repurposing the book shelf that is a great idea
Of course it does and there are tons of posts and pics out there on the internet where people discuss just that! However, be careful because all those additions can add up quickly BUT the beauty is you can "subtract this" and "rearrange that" to control your price. Here's a good link: www.smartfundiy.com/ikea-craft-rooms
@@sheepishlysharing Yes it could add up for sure, Thank you for the link I am reading up! ,... Happy Mothers Day !
I wondered why you chose the dream box and this was a great follow up video! Thanks, Margaret for being so honest and sharing your ideas and experiences! And yes, it’s inspiration!😊
Yay!!! You get it, Jennifer! Let no good idea go unnoticed!! They certainly came up with a great design so it only makes sense that we should share it and glean what we can from it! After all, that's how we come up with BETTER ideas, right? Remember when computers took up a whole room?? They're certainly better now! Ha!
I saved up and bought the Scrapbox 2.0. I absolutely love it. It was time consuming to put together but I enjoy it so much. I craft way more often, I know where everything is and I love the overall look of the closet. Also I keep al the individual basket lookin colorful and organized for visual purposes. Overall... no regrets!
Me either, Dutchess! No regrets at all! I'm surprised at how much time it does save when everything is within an arm's reach. I totally underestimated the value of that!
Thanks for all the detailed information. I’m looking specifically for yarn storage solutions and was curious about the dream box customization options and cost. This was very helpful.
OMG shmancy fancy cars I love this expression, I use it often. I didnt know cars actually came with massagers though mind blown :)
Love all the organization ideas! I've always had a personal no debt policy. Wish my husband could stick to one.
Being debt-free can be challenging Tell your husband that you know an old lady who just retired and she's so glad they can enjoy her retirement debt free! (I know plenty of people who can't retire because they owe too much!)
What a great comparision and informative video. Thanks so much - I have been thinking about getting a dream box and you gave me such a great review. I still love it and will probably be purchasing soon. You did a great job - thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Hi, I haven't a closet and my home is too tiny for a Dream box. But I have a little corner in the living room well organized with beautiful boxes. So until we'll change home this Is good for me.... and dream a craft closet is free! Thanks to share your ideas with us 😘
Yes! You get it, Barbara! You do what works where you currently are! And if that means scouring the internet being amazed by all the clever people out there, then do it to glean ideas!! Yay!
Thank you for the encouragement to save up for the Dreambox vs. borrowing. I’ve been taking extra money that I earn and saving it to buy the “box”. I’m almost half way there. Sometimes I think I’ll never get it all saved, but I can’t seem to justify borrowing the money.
Oh yes, Susan... with the exception of our mortgage, we've always been a no-debt family. Sometimes when saving for something, you may find that it's not even worth the effort and you can put that money toward something else BUT, if you still want/need it by the time you've gathered the total, then the arrival is that much sweeter! Admittedly, we no longer have to pinch those pennies but I still play the game! (I love using Amazon Shopper Panel ($10/month) and Fetch Rewards and Rakuten to get money/gift cards, etc! Google them if you don't know what I'm talking about!)
Thank you for this video. I’m in 🇨🇦, so with exchange rates, it can be even more costly for the Dreambox for those outside of the US but it was nice to watch your video which I did watch for the suggestions for alternatives - I am currently try to solve a particular issue with one area of my craft room. It’s proving to be difficult to solve for what I envision but I am going to keep searching for ideas, so thanks again!
There's a Canadian link below which should help!
I purchased 2 very similar units like the one you showed at 11:17 and placed an adjustable table in between them (perpendicularly) for my art studio business and it provides so much room and organization. For crafting at home I have the South Shore Artwork Craft Table and their 1-Door Printer Stand, plus a Cabidor Deluxe (you attach it in to your door hinges - no hammering into a wall required). These have been really great solutions for a teensy space, so hopefully that may help someone out :)
Brilliant!! I love a creative brain!
@@sheepishlysharing Hey thanks! Sometimes being on a budget and living in a small space forces one to get creative. I obsessed for a long time about solutions for my space, and having my mind on that actually really helped me through a grieving process after my dad died. Art is wonderful that way, even when it comes to organizing it.
Very informative and extremely interesting. Thank you for researching and providing the resources. I can see and understand the reasons you chose to buy the Craft Box from Create Room. I do agree with you that the value for what you paid is definitely there. I would like to create something similar to fit my needs, but since my husband's untimely death recently, I've had to go back to work to pay the bills. So, my time is very limited and in addition, I do not have the technical knowledge nor the tools nor the money to create something custom for my self. So, in my case, saving money to buy the Create Room unit will be the best option for me. Thank you again. This was so very helpful.
Oh, Ymana.... I'm so sorry.... I remember how our lives were turned upside down when we lost my daddy. (I was 14.) If it makes you feel better, I saved for this thing and it was worth the wait! Baby steps!
@@sheepishlysharing Hi Margaret, Please don't be sorry. I'm doing OK...I have good days and weepy days. It's my new now and I have a new normal. I've been having some grief therapy which has helped a lot. I do appreciate all your research and work on this video. It was extremely helpful in so many ways but it especially helped me to know what I need to look for in my set up...when it happens.
Just found you! Thank you for your honesty! Just loved this video!
Well, I'm a horrible actress so all you can get from me is honesty! Ha! Glad I had something helpful to share!
Each day, I keep looking here on TH-cam to see if you have a new segment. In this un-normal world, you have become my normal.
Excellent info! I really want to turn a beautiful 48”x18” armoire into my craft closet and you gave me a lot of ideas. Thank you!
Thank you - very informative
You're very welcome!
Great video... Not able to purchase such a beautiful piece of furniture but I did make my crafting storage using IKEA cube shelves and inserts to make the cubes into smaller spaces/shelves and added in some drawers as well... Love it for my hobby crafts... I LOVE the clear bins, too. Thank you for sharing and also enjoyed seeing the different options. Take care.
That sounds wonderful, Nancy!
Thank you for all of the excellent ideas. I will be downsizing soon and Tia was so helpful!
I love the dream box but after watching your video, I realized it wouldn't work for me. I'm glad you showed it to us. Small apartment, moving around about every other year so the hubby and I decided on functional cube/bin furniture to "hide" all the extra yarn and I still have my original set up for "color inspiration". Love your videos!
You know, Angela... I don't know what we did before TH-cam! rarely buy anything these days before I check out what others have to say about it! I'm glad I could help you make a decision!
Thank you! I already have my DreamBox, but it never hurts to hear some more points of view.. I find that when I’m trying to avoid spending the big bucks. ( what that would be once I bought the dream box, I have no idea?) I to did not have a perfect delivery, but was most pleased about all of my dealings with these folks. I’m impressed that you thought to repurpose the crate. Great idea. Thanks.
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Don't you love this Dreambox, Brooke?! It's absolutely ingeniously designed. I recently did a tour through the whole thing and I realized thru the editing process that there is absolutely NOTHING that I wish I could change because I CAN change it to fit my needs! Awesome product.
I plan on buying this for our new home. But my husband is a woodworker and will likely desire to build me one. The links and your IG feed will surly help as will the 100$ off if we go this route. However some options look like possible viable options. Love your honesty. This maybe too much for our budget since we are buying a new home it will be ready on June 1st. I just moved to Texas so thanks very much for your ideas and inspiration and so many ideas to look around at EVERYTHING, first.
I confess, I've been saving for a while for this thing specifically FOR our new home. I had set up a perfectly workable craft room with inexpensive or FREE things in the old house and certainly could have used them all here but I had a plan!! Ha! Bottom line: this furniture is icing on the cake, not meat and potatoes so only you can decide if it's right for your new space!
I love the review and dollar store ideas and organizational videos and links you rock. I am debt free family as well and got a lump sum inheritance and want to spoil me a bit think I am gonna bite the bullet lol
So glad I had a helpful tip or two to share, Rhonda! I have no regrets buying the Dreambox!
Great review! I’m blessed that my craft/work space is in our finished basement so I have space!! Hallelujah! Years ago I bought clear plastic drawers on wheels which can be tucked under my sewing table...which was our old dining table in the butcher block style!! Solid and sturdy! I have Rubbermaid or Sterelite shelves which hold big and smaller clear boxes of fabric and yarn (we get the occasional cricket so these boxes with lids are essential!) My desk is a 6’ white work table and I use baskets for various storage. And there’s more but this works great for my needs, which is the point! The dream box wouldn’t work for me because of the height, the size of shelves and my specific needs BUT I’d agree it’s worth its price and is beautiful!!
That IS the point, Ellen!! Not only do you get it but you're the master!! I love what you described! (And if you saw some of my past craft room tours you'll see I implemented some of the same handy ideas! Great minds think alike!) 👍
Margaret, I just loved your review!! I love the honesty of it!!!! I bought the Dream Box and two Dream Carts. The Dream Carts are much more affordable. They have massive workspace, are very portable, have the large and medium size bins and would be an excellent option for those who are looking to build space with a more limited budget. I appreciated your honest review! I wish I had seen it before I bought the Dream Box but you published it about the time I finally hit the "buy" button. Honestly, I'm not sure it would have changed my decision to buy but it might have helped. :) I like your creative thinking of options for the Dream Box! You are amazing!!!
Thank you, Mary! I adore my Dream Box and have no regrets whatsoever! Actually, it wasn't ME who had all the good ideas for alternatives as there are some very smart people out there who's ideas I shared! I only threw in a tip or two here and there. As my mother used to say: Where there's a will, there's a way!
Thanks, great review. I’m so happy to hear that the dream box is worth the cost. I did see that you had saved some storage solutions on Pinterest-I was saving the same ones! Lol!
My issue for my craft room is that I’m in an upstairs bedroom of a 1 1/2 story house. That means I have slanted walls! Ugh! And of course, the two walls that are not are the window wall and the entrance door wall. So my dream is to do something around the perimeter of the room. I was thinking the book cases joined and pot on castors would be great in a shorter version. Can’t wait to watch her video.
Thanks again for all the great suggestions. I’ll be sure to check out your links.
Enjoy your new, well organized creative space.
Ah, yes... slanted walls. Erin had those slanted walls in her last house and she lined one wall with cubbies which worked very well. But your idea of casters for closing makes the space more versatile. Close it up and shove it in a corner to give you room for other purposes when needed! Hmmm....
It’s beautiful! I couldn’t buy it or use it or have room for it, but I’m happy for you! If that viewer didn’t want or need it, watching your video doesn’t cost her anything, lol. It gives your imagination ideas on what to do and gives a boost to your own creativity. Silly person! No one said she had to buy one. Ugh! I love watching your videos. I don’t have room in my tiny apartment for all you have, but I don’t do all the crafts you do, either. I have yarn! Lol! And I have shelving I bought and put together for it along part of one wall. Whatever works, and I got the idea for these online in different TH-cam videos! 😀 GLEAN ideas from others’ ideas! It’s all good! Enjoy your new craftroom, my friend; it’s beautiful! ❤️
Thanks, Nancy, and you're so right about that person with the closed-minded attitude. I don't care if she watches my videos but if that's the attitude she takes on ALL TH-cam videos, she's surely missing out on some great ideas! Imagination leads to creative problem-solving and Inspiration fuels imagination!
Margaret Olander absolutely! I enjoy your creativity and channel. 😀❤️
Thank you for information. I'm a crafter sometimes. Mostly a seamstress. So this Dream Closet can be used by me but It would only hold my supplies. It isn't enough space for all the fabric I have! I have four sewing machines that so I need a room. I have my back bedroom as the sewing room. yes you should look at the ideas even if they are out of your price range. I have tweaked ideas to what can work for me storing my sewing supplies. Yes. I love the clear bins to see what is inside. I prefer to have a lid on the boxes and found some on Amazon that have a hinged top. They work for me! I consider paying the price as an investment in my work so I can do my work better and more efficiently. You have to spend money to make money! Sometimes!!
Thank you for sharing this and all the goodie links in the doobly doo. I am currently working on my own TV Armoire craft area makeover. Not planning to paint it at this time... still not sold on the space but its really coming together nicely. Got lots of fantastic ideas from your video and those you linked. Thanks again!
another great video...You and I don't have the same budget, but we share a love of crafting. I get a lot of ideas from you. I also love your thriftiness, that really shines through!
Oh, Valerie... for the most part, I'm quite the penny pincher! Just because you have the money doesn't mean you shouldn't be frugal! It's paid off because we've built our saving slowly but surely by being frugal and now we're enjoying it in retirement! And what I've really learned thru all of that is that sometimes, the solutions you create are BETTER than those you can buy in a store! I still have and USE a lot of my repurposed stuff!!
This cabinet is my dream cabinet but like you pointed out its not in my budget so taking my ideas and some wonderful inspiration from you I plan on creating my own. The person who left sure missed out on some wonderful ideas. Thank you for your time and resources loved this episode.
Imagination is the key to problem solving. INSPIRATION feeds imagination and keeps it healthy! I would definately think craft storage is a problem that needs solving and everyone's needs are different so who knows what wonderful ideas you'll come up with, Vicki?!
I don't believe the price is bad for what you get. However it is made from particle board which makes it very heavy and while it will last a good little while, like Ikea furniture (because it is built the same) it will fall apart. I love the idea of having all of my stuff in one place and that is why my husband is designing one for my specific needs based on the Workbox 3.0 only with real wood. It will be much cheaper and I think nicer. But I do love your videos.
Thank you for this video. I would absolutely love a Dream box but I don’t think it’s possible because of the cost. I do love all the alternatives you presented in this video. Time for me to get creative.
And bonus: It's fun to be creative!
Thanks Margaret. Love all your posts...really appreciate your reviews, perspectives and projects. Keeps me motivated... Looks like you are settling in. WEARING SHORTS.....we had snow❄☃️🇨🇦 overnight here in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Thankfully its melted away....
SNOW.... Yikes! I saw a Mother's Day snow predicted for parts of the U.S. too. However, while it was in the 80s earlier this week, it's currently 47 so who knows what's going on?! And thanks for the kind words, too, Kathleen! I'm so glad to have people to talk about this stuff with!
Thank you so much for this video. My hobby is so important to my mental health that it’s a bargain for me!!!