This video is 7 years old as I watched it. I have been struggling to find stamp storage - I was always looking for the right stamp, forgetting where certain stamps were, and it was so much trouble to make a card gathering all the things I needed that I pretty well quit making cards. Luckily I never quit watching videos such as Jennifer's and when I ran across this one it was just like a light bulb. I used old file folders and cut them to size as dividers. Also sorted my coloured card stock the way she did. My small craft corner (in my bedroom) is SO MUCH MORE organized. The suggestions Jennifer gives for shortcuts or easier ways of doing things is SO HELPFUL. As this video was made in 2015, I doubt you will read this comment but if you do, thank you so much, Jennifer, for this video and for all the other ones.
My hubby and I sold our home and are traveling across the U.S. Your system has allowed me maximize my craft inventory in a small space. Thanks so much. Brilliant!
Every night when I receive your newest video it highlights my evening. Always great and informative. Thank You! My tip on staying organized is by keeping a medium size Dollar Store basket near my craft table .As I'm done with Dies or stamps etc I just pop it in there. Then when I'm finished for the day it's a whole lot easier to just pick through the basket and put everything away. Same for scrap paper i have a FOLGERS big plastic coffee container that I painted and it is multi-functional. One has the scraps, one is Misc. and the 3rd is for instruction booklets that come with anything related to my craft room. Thanks in advance for considering me in the give a way.
Jennifer, you're killing me with all these organizational tips. I had no idea I was so disorganized as an organized person. I have been putting your ideas in place and I have stopped creating to get it all done. That is the type A personality! Will be wonderful to finish up and start creating again. Great ideas and tips. Thanks.
Bless you, Jennifer, for sharing with all of us. All your hard work has saved us from trying to "reinvent the wheel!" and spending so much money and time that might not prove useful! Thanks so very much.
Jennifer, I can't thank you enough for this video! I ordered the Avery Elle pockets along with the magnetic sheets & now just need to make the dividers. I have a small collection of dies because I'm very new to die cutting. I was using the Sizzix envelopes with magnetic sheets but I was very surprised how much room they take. In the same space I had 7 Sizzix envelopes, I managed to get 15 Avery Elle pockets - I'm thrilled that it's all organized now. Thank you for being thorough in your videos, you're a joy to watch & listen to!
Jennifer, thank you so very much for sharing your organizational ideas, systems, tips, tricks, supplies and resources. You are my go-to-guru for everything related to storage, organization, card creation and classes. I know it takes a LOT of time and effort to make and share the videos and blog posts. I really don't know how you do it with your busy family - from toddlers to college students + a busy husband (lucky you, I understand he does most of the cooking! and lucky him - he has YOU!). I do appreciate the effort it takes and thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Hi Jennifer thankyou for the video….it’s a lazy day….measuring & putting my stamps & dies away into my dedicated container again thankyou I would have been one big mess 😀🇦🇺❤️🦘🐨
oh my gosh!!! Jennifer McGuire has now organized her organization!!!! Don't you just love it?? I want to be just like you when I grow up. Jennifer, your systems have helped to save my sanity!!
Oh, Katrine, I'm in the same spot! I live in a condo and if I could, I'd add on to it for more craft storage! I've been working on organizing my stamps and dies, and am putting mine in binders, I had already started going in this way, and I think it will work well for me. I love finding ideas from Jennifer, and have never watched a video of hers that I didn't love...she is amazing! Best wishes for you in your organizing! I am DETERMINED to have a very organized craft room in a few months (I have major health challenges that do not allow me to work on this as much as I'd like--or when I do, I'm sidelined for awhile--just saying it will take me a little longer, that is all), and I CANNOT WAIT to start organizing in a very organized space again. I agree with Jennifer that the key is making sure your space STAYS organized, and I think that when I finish working on my stamps and dies (in a couple of days--I'm about 98% finished my cling and clear stamps plus thin dies), that I need to put together a container like this with all of the supplies I will need. I have put my matching dies in the same pocket with the stamps too, but I am using a thicker and stronger adhesive-backed magnet sheet product (bought from a local supplier, and they even cut it to my size specifications, and I found that the leftover strips were as handy as the sheets, because I used those for the small dies like a word die that goes with a stamp set, perfect! I have found that the magnetic sheets I first tried from a big-box craft store were not thick or strong enough, and what I found locally was much better quality and no more expensive, actually were cheaper. REALLY IMPORTANT to get adhesive-backed so they can easily and quickly attach to the back of the stamp sets), I also decided that I'd use velcro on the binder sheet pockets (mine have protective flaps in most sizes), so there's no issue of things falling out. I've worked out what works best for me, and how I want to be able to find things. Just as you will do for you. :) I bought it by the yard at a fabric supply store and got adhesive-backed again. I had to cut the small pieces myself, but it was MUCH cheaper. The process takes some time--I've enjoyed watching lots of Christmas movies as I've worked, which is enjoyable, and I also found that I realized some other ways to organize as I went on, so I have some tweaking to do later--I'm also getting ready for Christmas... :) I'm excited for you to have your craft room very organized!!! And I SO wish too that I could add on a larger room onto my condo, but in a high-rise, I don't think it will work... I've decided that I will give up other items in my condo to have more space for my craft supplies, I have invested in them and I am determined to keep them! I look forward to hear about your craft room!!! Right now I'm looking at how to store my inkpads, glitters, embossing powders, etc so that when I need the one at the very back of a drawer (isn't that always the way)--that I want to be able to SEE what is there better AND that I don't decimate the whole drawer and how I've organized them to get that one out. So I'm looking at various furniture options including some stronger second-hand solid wood pieces that I'd enjoy having in my craft room. It is somewhat expensive to organize, I didn't realize it, and I am on a lower income than most due to a disability, it's OK, it's what God has given me and I'm thankful for what I have--just that I have to be careful in my spending... So I'm still in the process of looking for some items. Having those plastic drawers I have personally found they are not sturdy enough to hold my metal punches, etc. So I am going to repurpose those in my closet where I have carpet and it doesn't matter if I take off the castors on the bottom... All to say that each person's situation is unique, yours is and mine is and so we need to take these fantastic ideas and make them work best for each of us. Best wishes to you in your organizing, and I too wish that Jennifer would make a housecall for you! Right now I'm surrounded by binders and can't wait to have them in place with everything else in my craft room! YOUR craft room is going to be amazing! It takes a good amount of time and planning, but much of the organizing of stamps/dies, etc can be done while you're talking to a friend on the phone or while watching a movie, etc at least that's what I've done at times... Joanne
Jennifer, I am in love with your storage ideas they have helped me immensely with my organization. I can't seem to get enough of them. I have watched them over and over again. I appreciate all of the time and effort you have put into sharing your systems with us.
Hello Jennifer. I love your storage idea. Thank you so much for sharing. I discovered that Michaels sell the white inserts already cut. The recollections brand 5.5 x 7.5 and you get 100 in a pack. The pack is $7.99 but with a 50% off coupon, you can get 100 precut sheets for $4. Tfs. Marcia
Your system is sensible and efficient. I have so many old stampin' up stamps on wood in their cumbersome packages and can't imagine any system that works beyond my Ikea CD bookcases. Short of giving the stamps away or trying to scrape them off the wood blocks, do you have an efficient way to store that does not take up so much space? I must have at least 400 wood mounted stamp sets. I would truly love to incorporate your system into my craft room. Thank you for sharing your ideas snd your time with us. ❤️🇨🇦
Thanks for the tips on storage- I'm new to all this and quickly realising how much stash gathers and the need for organisation. Really appreciate the time you take to make your videos and pass on knowledge and experience xx
I would definitely recommend this system. I implemented it last year and I use my stamps a lot more now because i am not distracted by the packaging. If i have dies that coordinate with stamps i put the thinlets in the back of the envelope so i have them altogether. Its so much clearer xx
Your storage system for stamps, dies and stencils is terrific. I enjoy watching your videos. I have a suggestion. For the pocket inserts for the stencils, if you use a colored cardstock or paper, you would be able to see each stencil pattern easily. Just a thought. Keep on creating!
Thank you. Your suggestion is really helpful for me to save space in my craft room. I have my stamps and dies in hard DVD cases that is taking up a lot of room on my shelves. I ran out and before I bought more dvd cases I saw your video. Guess what?? I am going to re-do my storage with the plastic envelopes. Instead of having to have to search through all my cases even though the names are on the side I still have to search. And sometimes I just give up and grab something that I have in front of me. I think your storage solution will be the last time that I change my system up. Every time I get more die and stamps means more storage space. The envelopes will save a lot of room thank you so much.
Thank you for sharing videos on how you stay organised, it is extremely helpful. Also, it is highly appreciated that you have a blog to go alongside it.
No matter how many years go by, or how many other organizational videos I watch, this and all of your others are still so good and full of so much information. Thanks for taking the time all those years ago to help us all with our craft room goals! I'm curious - does your room still look the same now?
Very good information! I have been using these type of systems and love them! They do work very well! For my dies, I use the stamp and storage boxes and magnet cards which I love! I do store stamps with their matching dies in the pockets so as to not forget they have dies. Thank you for helping me organize!
Thanks for another great organizational video Jennifer. As much as I love stamping, I LOVE to organize. My stamping peeps are always teasing me about constantly changing things around but when I "find" better, more efficient ways to keep organized, I do it! (Yet I am the one they call when they need help organizing THEIR rooms! LOL) Thanks for sharing!
Jennifer, you are SUCH an inspiration. I'll finally be making my own craft room and I'm very organized and you have helped me so much with ideas on keeping things neat! I just LOVE your videos!!!
Thank you for taking the time to put all that information together for us! This is really helpful! Don't know if it would benefit you but thought I would share with you; I bought magnetic vent covers from Menards (a home improvement store..also where my husband works) and cut them to fit cd cases for my dies. I love that they don't move. When I create, I make a mess and I am less likely to loose any small detail die. Since you shared ideas thought i would share something with you!
You are so clever Jennifer, you have no idea how much you inspire me. I’m new to card making and I’m learning so much when I watch your video’s. I admire your professionalism you add to your cards. I hope one day my cards look as gorgeous as yours. Again thank you for sharing your talent. I’m off to make a storage box,wish me luck. Have you thought about making card kits and selling them as I’m often looking for them. I would love to purchase them from you....
Thank you for all of your wonderful videos! I know it takes a lot of time and effort and I really appreciate it. Your organizational tips have helped me a lot, my craft room looks much more tidy and it's easier to find what I'm looking for.
Perfect timing on your organization video! this is exactly the type of organizing i'm looking for. Im just getting started in the paper craft world and don't want my dies/embossing folders/stamps getting out of hand as I start to make my collections. I can not function very well in a untidy craft room lol. Thanks so much for putting this great video together and sharing the products you used. I will be following suit!
I love your stamp storage system! I wasn't able to find suitable plastic folders to make dividers out of where I am, but found that comic book storage dividers are the perfect size for our purposes :)
Years ago I bought a guillotine paper cutter that can cut up to 2" of paper at a time, and it was so worth it. I think I paid about $120 for it and now you can get them for under $100. I've even used it to cut off the spines of 'perfect' bound books so that I could ring-bind or coil-bind them instead.
Very nicely done Jennifer ♥ It may take some time to organize, but it truly does allow for less frustration and more inspiration/creativity. All my best!
Hi Jennifer! I was thinking maybe a piece of inexpensive colored card stock behind the stencil so that we can see the stencil design easier? Just a thought. Thank you for your EXTREMELY helpful organization techniques. They make all the difference!!
Thank you so much for doing these organization videos. I'm really glad you such a "nut" about organization because I love to be organized myself. When I look at everything that is organized so neatly, it just makes me happy! I am sure you understand, lol.
love how you take the time to help us ! I am overwhelmed but just got my magnets from stamp and storage so guess I will start there! love watching you !!!! you inspire me 🌠
Jennifer, do you show a layout for cutting the folders into dividers somewhere in a video? I just received 26 folders but want to cut them as economically as possible. I LOVE your organization hints and have started applying several of your ideas. You are absolutely right when you say that your creativity and productivity increase with your organization. Thanks for the inspiration.
Such great ideas Jennifer. Perfect timing since I'm reorganizing my scrap room! I'm already using some of these ideas you shared but I learned so many more tonight! Thank you!
Great video. I have used your organization ideas in many of my craft supply categories and have really loved your ideas. This is a lot of helpful info.
Jennifer, thanks for this great video, I enjoy getting organized but seem not to stay organized, so your tips are greatly appreciated. Keep them coming!
I so wish I had known about this method way back when I started my "collection". But, that was years ago...and way before I ever heard of you. But,, thanks for providing this type of info to your fans.
I have the same type of thing Jennifer . . . only mine is a shoebox . . . and it's not quite as organised, but it is all in the same place, along with my labelling machine. I must get some proper storage and section it off, like you. Thank you! Hazel xx
Nice video. I like to use plastic kitchen cutting mats from the dollar store (Dollar tree - only $1 per package of 2). They come in clear and colors. I use them for several different applications. I originally got them for making firm bottoms and sides for my satchel purse collection. I hate floppy satchels. Also, used as DIY dashboards in my planners & BuJos. Also as DIY 6" ruler for pocket in back of planner. You could try these cutting mats as cheap dividers.
Well this was an interesting and fun video. I enjoyed seeing the system you have for storing your stamps and dies it is quite the system You definitely are super organized and everything is so pristine and awesome looking. Thanks for sharing. YOU sure do ROCK!! Joan Smith
Jennifer, I know this may seem like a silly request, but... I have the plastic folders you have suggested for dividers, however, I would really appreciate it if you might find time in one of your upcoming video's to show us all how you cut those folders up to create the dividers. I'm sure I can probably figure it out, but before I destroy the folders doing so, it would sure be nice to see you do it - pretty please (she smiles).
I think this would be a great idea! I have watched the videos a few times but wondering how you dissect the folders to work in the stamp and die holders.
Nice video on organizing. I do love to be organized. I don't have a label maker so I use the Avery address labels and cut them down to size. The label maker would be much quicker.
yes I Love your tips on organization. Now what happens when you actually insert all of your dies and stamps, it will get bulky, You are going to need a larger container to store them all..... I am going to use your tip. My stamps and dies are all in one drawer, they are organize to a point. It's just when I need either one I have to pull out that drawer and search. So your tip is helpful. Thank you.....
I use the find it brand of tins to store stuff. Well one of the $3-$5 ones from Walmart. Going to get the $10-$12 dollar one when I get the chance. Sure you can't organize them the same way but it you plan on traveling ( or moving eventually like I do someday ) they are pretty good.
hi Jennifer love all your tips. what I have been doing is using recloseable bags that I get in large quantities from bags unlimited in the sizes I need. thanks cheryl
I love the way you organize everything. I have taken lots of ideas for my craft room. However i have always had a question. you should have tons of stamps sets and die sets, even if they are organized. How do you remember all the different things you have?.. in example.. if you want to create a card with a dog.... do you have any index... any journal or something where you can quickly check all the different stamps you have related to dogs?
Hi Jennifer. I love your ALL of your ideas. I have one question about your video. When you take your cardstock to Kinkos, do you "pencil" all of the sheets of cardstock you want cut? Or...Do you pencil a master and they cut all of your cards to that size? Also, do you bring in your own cardstock?
Hey Jennifer, first of all I would like to thank you for the fantastic videos videos you share with us. With that said, and in case you are not aware, I just wanted to let you know that none of the links for the plastic storage pockets are working.
Hi Jennifer! I SO love organizational stuff! Last year when I first saw your videos on organizing your stamps/dies/etc I took the plunge and re-organized EVERYTHING in my studio and I have been SO happy with it! Best thing I ever did! I a question though. Do you ever have problems getting your labels to stay stuck to your dividers/envelopes? I find that some of mine peel up on the edges and that is really irritating after all my effort tidying things away.
As always Jennifer you are such an inspiration. Your videos are always so clear and concise and your voice very relaxing for us (you may not feel that way but you definitely sound that way!!). I like keeping things tidy as well but have kept switching my organization to find exactly what works for me. The storage pockets are absolutely super and perfect for my needs. 1 Question: Do you still have any wood-mounted background stamps? If so, do you leave them on the wood or have you removed the wood entirely? Thanks for sharing such wonderful and innovative videos!!
Hi Jennifer, I just love your storage ideas. I have a question about the plastic folders. How do you cut them? What size to cut make them? I am so following your system to the best of my ability :)
Linda Hyden One quick question, the price difference between the Avery Elle and the Simon Says stamp pocket is minimal but with one you get 25 and the other 50. I know you use the Avery Elle (25) but is there a huge difference in quality between them, because you get significantly more pockets in the Simon Says version; thanks for sharing
I am in the process of organizing all my stamps. how do you organize all your small stamps? mine are now in baseball card sleeves in notebooks. Thanks for all the time you take to do these videos.
The organization is awesome, but what I want to know is: how do you find the stamp or die you need? Lets say you need a heart stamp. Do you look through every single stamp set until you find what you want or do you have another way? I am sure you have MANY more stamps and dies than I have, yet it takes forever to find exactly what I need by looking through each one. Especially since you may use a picture from one set and the wording from another.Lets say you keep your hearts in one place and your flowers in another, what if your stamp has both?
Do you cut yr stamps? If yes, can you please do a video up on that. How u devide them into themes and where you get the plastic back protection from and so forth. I just found yr channel 💛 so if you have done a video like that, kindly direct me 😃thanks!👍
Just a thought for the stencil pockets - since they're white, couldn't you use colored cardstock to make the stencil stand out? Maybe it's easy to see the stencil "in person" but a little difficult on the video. Overall, your systems are outstanding!!! ❤️
How do you cut your plastic folders to size when making dividers? I know you've mentioned you use the We R Memory Keepers corner chompers, but what about the straight sides and top/bottom cuts? Do you use scissors or an x-acto knife?
Hi Jennifer, are you still using the Avery Elle envelopes for your stamps and dies? I saw a more recent video that showed your envelope and it had stitching on it. I’m just looking for sturdy envelopes for all sizes.
Niki, I don't know if you have found any pockets yet but if you haven't, I found them on Amazon. Maybe not the same, but the same measurements and they have worked really well for me.
Now that it is all organized, how do you ‘find’ what you need? You can’t see the product inside and certainly can’t remember by the name of it. I’m very curious about this. Thank you!
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This video is 7 years old as I watched it. I have been struggling to find stamp storage - I was always looking for the right stamp, forgetting where certain stamps were, and it was so much trouble to make a card gathering all the things I needed that I pretty well quit making cards. Luckily I never quit watching videos such as Jennifer's and when I ran across this one it was just like a light bulb. I used old file folders and cut them to size as dividers. Also sorted my coloured card stock the way she did. My small craft corner (in my bedroom) is SO MUCH MORE organized. The suggestions Jennifer gives for shortcuts or easier ways of doing things is SO HELPFUL. As this video was made in 2015, I doubt you will read this comment but if you do, thank you so much, Jennifer, for this video and for all the other ones.
My hubby and I sold our home and are traveling across the U.S. Your system has allowed me maximize my craft inventory in a small space. Thanks so much. Brilliant!
Every night when I receive your newest video it highlights my evening. Always great and informative. Thank You! My tip on staying organized is by keeping a medium size Dollar Store basket near my craft table .As I'm done with Dies or stamps etc I just pop it in there. Then when I'm finished for the day it's a whole lot easier to just pick through the basket and put everything away. Same for scrap paper i have a FOLGERS big plastic coffee container that I painted and it is multi-functional. One has the scraps, one is Misc. and the 3rd is for instruction booklets that come with anything related to my craft room. Thanks in advance for considering me in the give a way.
Jennifer, you're killing me with all these organizational tips. I had no idea I was so disorganized as an organized person. I have been putting your ideas in place and I have stopped creating to get it all done. That is the type A personality! Will be wonderful to finish up and start creating again. Great ideas and tips. Thanks.
Bless you, Jennifer, for sharing with all of us. All your hard work has saved us from trying to "reinvent the wheel!" and spending so much money and time that might not prove useful! Thanks so very much.
Kathy Blair yes! i am hoping it saves everyone time
Jennifer, I can't thank you enough for this video! I ordered the Avery Elle pockets along with the magnetic sheets & now just need to make the dividers. I have a small collection of dies because I'm very new to die cutting. I was using the Sizzix envelopes with magnetic sheets but I was very surprised how much room they take. In the same space I had 7 Sizzix envelopes, I managed to get 15 Avery Elle pockets - I'm thrilled that it's all organized now. Thank you for being thorough in your videos, you're a joy to watch & listen to!
Jennifer, thank you so very much for sharing your organizational ideas, systems, tips, tricks, supplies and resources. You are my go-to-guru for everything related to storage, organization, card creation and classes. I know it takes a LOT of time and effort to make and share the videos and blog posts. I really don't know how you do it with your busy family - from toddlers to college students + a busy husband (lucky you, I understand he does most of the cooking! and lucky him - he has YOU!). I do appreciate the effort it takes and thank you from the bottom of my heart.
+Anonymous Ink thank you!
As a very organized person, you make my heart sing! Thanks for the tips. Now to find these items in Toronto, Canada.
Hi Jennifer thankyou for the video….it’s a lazy day….measuring & putting my stamps & dies away into my dedicated container again thankyou I would have been one big mess 😀🇦🇺❤️🦘🐨
oh my gosh!!! Jennifer McGuire has now organized her organization!!!! Don't you just love it?? I want to be just like you when I grow up. Jennifer, your systems have helped to save my sanity!!
katrine leber hahahaa :)
katrine leber I totally agree...Jennifer is the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i really wish she made house calls. we might need an extra condo to house all of our supplies. lol
Me too! Her skills make my attempts look lame. I'm trying to follow Jennifer's lead
Oh, Katrine, I'm in the same spot! I live in a condo and if I could, I'd add on to it for more craft storage! I've been working on organizing my stamps and dies, and am putting mine in binders, I had already started going in this way, and I think it will work well for me. I love finding ideas from Jennifer, and have never watched a video of hers that I didn't love...she is amazing! Best wishes for you in your organizing! I am DETERMINED to have a very organized craft room in a few months (I have major health challenges that do not allow me to work on this as much as I'd like--or when I do, I'm sidelined for awhile--just saying it will take me a little longer, that is all), and I CANNOT WAIT to start organizing in a very organized space again.
I agree with Jennifer that the key is making sure your space STAYS organized, and I think that when I finish working on my stamps and dies (in a couple of days--I'm about 98% finished my cling and clear stamps plus thin dies), that I need to put together a container like this with all of the supplies I will need. I have put my matching dies in the same pocket with the stamps too, but I am using a thicker and stronger adhesive-backed magnet sheet product (bought from a local supplier, and they even cut it to my size specifications, and I found that the leftover strips were as handy as the sheets, because I used those for the small dies like a word die that goes with a stamp set, perfect! I have found that the magnetic sheets I first tried from a big-box craft store were not thick or strong enough, and what I found locally was much better quality and no more expensive, actually were cheaper. REALLY IMPORTANT to get adhesive-backed so they can easily and quickly attach to the back of the stamp sets), I also decided that I'd use velcro on the binder sheet pockets (mine have protective flaps in most sizes), so there's no issue of things falling out. I've worked out what works best for me, and how I want to be able to find things. Just as you will do for you. :) I bought it by the yard at a fabric supply store and got adhesive-backed again. I had to cut the small pieces myself, but it was MUCH cheaper. The process takes some time--I've enjoyed watching lots of Christmas movies as I've worked, which is enjoyable, and I also found that I realized some other ways to organize as I went on, so I have some tweaking to do later--I'm also getting ready for Christmas... :)
I'm excited for you to have your craft room very organized!!! And I SO wish too that I could add on a larger room onto my condo, but in a high-rise, I don't think it will work... I've decided that I will give up other items in my condo to have more space for my craft supplies, I have invested in them and I am determined to keep them! I look forward to hear about your craft room!!!
Right now I'm looking at how to store my inkpads, glitters, embossing powders, etc so that when I need the one at the very back of a drawer (isn't that always the way)--that I want to be able to SEE what is there better AND that I don't decimate the whole drawer and how I've organized them to get that one out. So I'm looking at various furniture options including some stronger second-hand solid wood pieces that I'd enjoy having in my craft room. It is somewhat expensive to organize, I didn't realize it, and I am on a lower income than most due to a disability, it's OK, it's what God has given me and I'm thankful for what I have--just that I have to be careful in my spending... So I'm still in the process of looking for some items. Having those plastic drawers I have personally found they are not sturdy enough to hold my metal punches, etc. So I am going to repurpose those in my closet where I have carpet and it doesn't matter if I take off the castors on the bottom... All to say that each person's situation is unique, yours is and mine is and so we need to take these fantastic ideas and make them work best for each of us.
Best wishes to you in your organizing, and I too wish that Jennifer would make a housecall for you! Right now I'm surrounded by binders and can't wait to have them in place with everything else in my craft room! YOUR craft room is going to be amazing! It takes a good amount of time and planning, but much of the organizing of stamps/dies, etc can be done while you're talking to a friend on the phone or while watching a movie, etc at least that's what I've done at times...
Joanne
Jennifer, I am in love with your storage ideas they have helped me immensely with my organization. I can't seem to get enough of them. I have watched them over and over again. I appreciate all of the time and effort you have put into sharing your systems with us.
Carol Massey yay!
Wow! You are the most organized person I’ve seen on YT....your videos are super helpful!! TYFS! ❤️🦋💜
Hello Jennifer. I love your storage idea. Thank you so much for sharing. I discovered that Michaels sell the white inserts already cut. The recollections brand 5.5 x 7.5 and you get 100 in a pack. The pack is $7.99 but with a 50% off coupon, you can get 100 precut sheets for $4. Tfs. Marcia
Your system is sensible and efficient. I have so many old stampin' up stamps on wood in their cumbersome packages and can't imagine any system that works beyond my Ikea CD bookcases. Short of giving the stamps away or trying to scrape them off the wood blocks, do you have an efficient way to store that does not take up so much space? I must have at least 400 wood mounted stamp sets.
I would truly love to incorporate your system into my craft room. Thank you for sharing your ideas snd your time with us. ❤️🇨🇦
Thanks for the tips on storage- I'm new to all this and quickly realising how much stash gathers and the need for organisation. Really appreciate the time you take to make your videos and pass on knowledge and experience xx
Sunny Phillips yay!
I would definitely recommend this system. I implemented it last year and I use my stamps a lot more now because i am not distracted by the packaging. If i have dies that coordinate with stamps i put the thinlets in the back of the envelope so i have them altogether. Its so much clearer xx
Your storage system for stamps, dies and stencils is terrific. I enjoy watching your videos. I have a suggestion. For the pocket inserts for the stencils, if you use a colored cardstock or paper, you would be able to see each stencil pattern easily. Just a thought. Keep on creating!
Thank you. Your suggestion is really helpful for me to save space in my craft room. I have my stamps and dies in hard DVD cases that is taking up a lot of room on my shelves. I ran out and before I bought more dvd cases I saw your video. Guess what?? I am going to re-do my storage with the plastic envelopes. Instead of having to have to search through all my cases even though the names are on the side I still have to search. And sometimes I just give up and grab something that I have in front of me. I think your storage solution will be the last time that I change my system up. Every time I get more die and stamps means more storage space. The envelopes will save a lot of room thank you so much.
Thank you for sharing videos on how you stay organised, it is extremely helpful. Also, it is highly appreciated that you have a blog to go alongside it.
Isla Rivers thank you!
I was just putting stamps in pockets tonight. Been wanting to do it for awhile and finally got everything I needed. Thanks for all your tips.
No matter how many years go by, or how many other organizational videos I watch, this and all of your others are still so good and full of so much information. Thanks for taking the time all those years ago to help us all with our craft room goals! I'm curious - does your room still look the same now?
Very good information! I have been using these type of systems and love them! They do work very well! For my dies, I use the stamp and storage boxes and magnet cards which I love! I do store stamps with their matching dies in the pockets so as to not forget they have dies. Thank you for helping me organize!
Thank you I watched your storage for stamps and dies from years ago and it really does work great:) Have a blessed week:)
I just started putting my stamps in pockets over the past few days. Love how organized they are getting.
Thanks for another great organizational video Jennifer. As much as I love stamping, I LOVE to organize. My stamping peeps are always teasing me about constantly changing things around but when I "find" better, more efficient ways to keep organized, I do it! (Yet I am the one they call when they need help organizing THEIR rooms! LOL) Thanks for sharing!
Teresa Doyle i used to change a lot. until this system!
Jennifer McGuire Ink Yes, I can see why. It looks like a great system. I definitely need some of these pockets.
Jennifer, you are SUCH an inspiration. I'll finally be making my own craft room and I'm very organized and you have helped me so much with ideas on keeping things neat! I just LOVE your videos!!!
Thank you for taking the time to put all that information together for us! This is really helpful! Don't know if it would benefit you but thought I would share with you; I bought magnetic vent covers from Menards (a home improvement store..also where my husband works) and cut them to fit cd cases for my dies. I love that they don't move. When I create, I make a mess and I am less likely to loose any small detail die. Since you shared ideas
thought i would share something with you!
Mary Diehm that is a good idea! however, i have a lot of dies so it gets costly to do that. but it is nice having that in there!
You are so clever Jennifer, you have no idea how much you inspire me. I’m new to card making and I’m learning so much when I watch your video’s. I admire your professionalism you add to your cards. I hope one day my cards look as gorgeous as yours. Again thank you for sharing your talent. I’m off to make a storage box,wish me luck. Have you thought about making card kits and selling them as I’m often looking for them. I would love to purchase them from you....
Honey, you are the queen of organization!!
Thank you for all of your wonderful videos! I know it takes a lot of time and effort and I really appreciate it. Your organizational tips have helped me a lot, my craft room looks much more tidy and it's easier to find what I'm looking for.
Thank you Jennifer!
Perfect timing on your organization video! this is exactly the type of organizing i'm looking for. Im just getting started in the paper craft world and don't want my dies/embossing folders/stamps getting out of hand as I start to make my collections. I can not function very well in a untidy craft room lol.
Thanks so much for putting this great video together and sharing the products you used. I will be following suit!
Jennifer, great work! I especially appreciate the detailed info. thank you for all the time & energy you put into this!
I am just setting up my craft room & I love your ideas & will be incorporating alot of your great ideas.
I love your stamp storage system! I wasn't able to find suitable plastic folders to make dividers out of where I am, but found that comic book storage dividers are the perfect size for our purposes :)
Thank you for sharing! My creative juices flow when my space is neat & tidy!
Years ago I bought a guillotine paper cutter that can cut up to 2" of paper at a time, and it was so worth it. I think I paid about $120 for it and now you can get them for under $100. I've even used it to cut off the spines of 'perfect' bound books so that I could ring-bind or coil-bind them instead.
I love all of your organization videos as well as demonstrations and product reviews! Thank you for the information and tips!
Very nicely done Jennifer ♥ It may take some time to organize, but it truly does allow for less frustration and more inspiration/creativity. All my best!
Excellent, excellent, excellent.......you are an amazing woman Jennifer. TFS and all your hard work!
+Nancy Lynn thank you!
Hi Jennifer! I was thinking maybe a piece of inexpensive colored card stock behind the stencil so that we can see the stencil design easier? Just a thought. Thank you for your EXTREMELY helpful organization techniques. They make all the difference!!
Thank you so much for doing these organization videos. I'm really glad you such a "nut" about organization because I love to be organized myself. When I look at everything that is organized so neatly, it just makes me happy! I am sure you understand, lol.
love how you take the time to help us ! I am overwhelmed but just got my magnets from stamp and storage so guess I will start there! love watching you !!!! you inspire me 🌠
Jennifer, do you show a layout for cutting the folders into dividers somewhere in a video? I just received 26 folders but want to cut them as economically as possible. I LOVE your organization hints and have started applying several of your ideas. You are absolutely right when you say that your creativity and productivity increase with your organization. Thanks for the inspiration.
+Mary Beth Krakowski i am going to try to do a quick video soon.
Such great ideas Jennifer. Perfect timing since I'm reorganizing my scrap room! I'm already using some of these ideas you shared but I learned so many more tonight! Thank you!
Great video. I have used your organization ideas in many of my craft supply categories and have really loved your ideas. This is a lot of helpful info.
Jennifer, thanks for this great video, I enjoy getting organized but seem not to stay organized, so your tips are greatly appreciated. Keep them coming!
I so wish I had known about this method way back when I started my "collection". But, that was years ago...and way before I ever heard of you. But,, thanks for providing this type of info to your fans.
I’ve been taking up so much space with my products, just started using this system and it’s great!!! Thanks for sharing
Great how to video. I love how organized you are. Wish I could be but ....may be some day. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks once again for another great organization idea! I use many of your systems and they work wonderfully, thanks for sharing with us.
I have the same type of thing Jennifer . . . only mine is a shoebox . . . and it's not quite as organised, but it is all in the same place, along with my labelling machine. I must get some proper storage and section it off, like you. Thank you! Hazel xx
Hazel Kinvig-Paul yay!
Nice video. I like to use plastic kitchen cutting mats from the dollar store (Dollar tree - only $1 per package of 2). They come in clear and colors. I use them for several different applications. I originally got them for making firm bottoms and sides for my satchel purse collection. I hate floppy satchels. Also, used as DIY dashboards in my planners & BuJos. Also as DIY 6" ruler for pocket in back of planner. You could try these cutting mats as cheap dividers.
how do you cut them?
Well this was an interesting and fun video. I enjoyed seeing the system you have for storing your stamps and dies it is quite the system You definitely are super organized and everything is so pristine and awesome looking. Thanks for sharing.
YOU sure do ROCK!!
Joan Smith
Your videos are always so informative & helpful. Thank you. I learn a lot from each one!
What great timing, I'm reorganizing my stamp room, the label maker sounds like
such a time saver. Can't wait to get started. Dot Tucker
Thank you for sharing your videos
Jennifer, I know this may seem like a silly request, but... I have the plastic folders you have suggested for dividers, however, I would really appreciate it if you might find time in one of your upcoming video's to show us all how you cut those folders up to create the dividers. I'm sure I can probably figure it out, but before I destroy the folders doing so, it would sure be nice to see you do it - pretty please (she smiles).
I think this would be a great idea! I have watched the videos a few times but wondering how you dissect the folders to work in the stamp and die holders.
This is pure genius! I need so much help organizing my craft room. The only thing that is somewhat organized is my pattern paper.
Nice video on organizing. I do love to be organized. I don't have a label maker so I use the Avery address labels and cut them down to size. The label maker would be much quicker.
yes I Love your tips on organization. Now what happens when you actually insert all of your dies and stamps, it will get bulky, You are going to need a larger container to store them all..... I am going to use your tip. My stamps and dies are all in one drawer, they are organize to a point. It's just when I need either one I have to pull out that drawer and search. So your tip is helpful. Thank you.....
Amazing organization. I have a small cubby where i do my crafting, so I am always looking for organization ideas to store my craft supplies. xxx
I use the find it brand of tins to store stuff. Well one of the $3-$5 ones from Walmart. Going to get the $10-$12 dollar one when I get the chance. Sure you can't organize them the same way but it you plan on traveling ( or moving eventually like I do someday ) they are pretty good.
hi Jennifer love all your tips. what I have been doing is using recloseable bags that I get in large quantities from bags unlimited in the sizes I need. thanks cheryl
I love the way you organize everything. I have taken lots of ideas for my craft room. However i have always had a question. you should have tons of stamps sets and die sets, even if they are organized. How do you remember all the different things you have?.. in example.. if you want to create a card with a dog.... do you have any index... any journal or something where you can quickly check all the different stamps you have related to dogs?
Hi Jennifer. I love your ALL of your ideas. I have one question about your video. When you take your cardstock to Kinkos, do you "pencil" all of the sheets of cardstock you want cut? Or...Do you pencil a master and they cut all of your cards to that size? Also, do you bring in your own cardstock?
Hey Jennifer, first of all I would like to thank you for the fantastic videos videos you share with us. With that said, and in case you are not aware, I just wanted to let you know that none of the links for the plastic storage pockets are working.
Thank you so much for these inspiratiional videos. These are very helpful.
Hi Jennifer! I SO love organizational stuff! Last year when I first saw your videos on organizing your stamps/dies/etc I took the plunge and re-organized EVERYTHING in my studio and I have been SO happy with it! Best thing I ever did! I a question though. Do you ever have problems getting your labels to stay stuck to your dividers/envelopes? I find that some of mine peel up on the edges and that is really irritating after all my effort tidying things away.
Robyn G no i haven't. they stay VERY put. what labels are you using?
I use a Dymo LetraTag. Maybe it's just a difference in the adhesives they use on their label tapes? May have to change label makers?
Great ideas! Thank you for sharing.
As always Jennifer you are such an inspiration. Your videos are always so clear and concise and your voice very relaxing for us (you may not feel that way but you definitely sound that way!!). I like keeping things tidy as well but have kept switching my organization to find exactly what works for me. The storage pockets are absolutely super and perfect for my needs. 1 Question: Do you still have any wood-mounted background stamps? If so, do you leave them on the wood or have you removed the wood entirely? Thanks for sharing such wonderful and innovative videos!!
Maggie Baxter yes they are on spice racks on shelves in cabinets.
Thank you Jennifer for all your fantastic videos. You inspire me and are my favorite addiction(buying). Wishing you and your family a wonderful 2018'
Thanks for sharing. You are an inspiration!
Hi Jennifer, I just love your storage ideas. I have a question about the plastic folders. How do you cut them? What size to cut make them? I am so following your system to the best of my ability :)
Exceptional video and amazing tips and techniques; thanks for sharing, Linda
Linda Hyden One quick question, the price difference between the Avery Elle and the Simon Says stamp pocket is minimal but with one you get 25 and the other 50. I know you use the Avery Elle (25) but is there a huge difference in quality between them, because you get significantly more pockets in the Simon Says version; thanks for sharing
Linda Hyden they are about the same. i use avery elle since they were out first
Jennifer McGuire Ink Thanks so much Jennifer!
I am in the process of organizing all my stamps. how do you organize all your small stamps? mine are now in baseball card sleeves in notebooks. Thanks for all the time you take to do these videos.
ldodson52 i put them in the regular pockets - two to a pocket
Excellent ideas thank you
The organization is awesome, but what I want to know is: how do you find the stamp or die you need? Lets say you need a heart stamp. Do you look through every single stamp set until you find what you want or do you have another way? I am sure you have MANY more stamps and dies than I have, yet it takes forever to find exactly what I need by looking through each one. Especially since you may use a picture from one set and the wording from another.Lets say you keep your hearts in one place and your flowers in another, what if your stamp has both?
Terri Makely I think you can make an index with tinny photos of your stamps. You can save it on your cellphone if you want.
you for sure are an inspiration.
Thank you so much for sharing this
Thank you for all of your wonderful ideas:)
I love your system - all of the pocket links are out of date though - could you possibly update them?
Do you cut yr stamps? If yes, can you please do a video up on that. How u devide them into themes and where you get the plastic back protection from and so forth.
I just found yr channel 💛 so if you have done a video like that, kindly direct me 😃thanks!👍
Just a thought for the stencil pockets - since they're white, couldn't you use colored cardstock to make the stencil stand out? Maybe it's easy to see the stencil "in person" but a little difficult on the video. Overall, your systems are outstanding!!! ❤️
I agree with you - I use colored cs in my stencil pockets. Works great!
This is AWSOME information.
How do you cut your plastic folders to size when making dividers? I know you've mentioned you use the We R Memory Keepers corner chompers, but what about the straight sides and top/bottom cuts? Do you use scissors or an x-acto knife?
Diana Creswell i want to know this too!
Thank you for your great ideas!
Hi Jennifer, are you still using the Avery Elle envelopes for your stamps and dies? I saw a more recent video that showed your envelope and it had stitching on it. I’m just looking for sturdy envelopes for all sizes.
I love this organization system I have struggled to organize my stamps. You are a life saver. What size do you cut the dividers?
Helen Dickson head to my blog - all the dimensions are there!
Jennifer, can you tell me if those dividers are the kind you buy with the school supplies or are they stiffer or a harder plastic? Thank you
Is there another option for the pockets? The link says that there not there anymore.
Niki, I don't know if you have found any pockets yet but if you haven't, I found them on Amazon. Maybe not the same, but the same measurements and they have worked really well for me.
Great ideas, as usual. Thanks!
Love this. What are the dimensions of the container.
You go girl!!! You are more of a woman then I........VERY nice!!!!!!!
Thank you, great organizing tips.
Now that it is all organized, how do you ‘find’ what you need? You can’t see the product inside and certainly can’t remember by the name of it. I’m very curious about this. Thank you!
Can you show the cutting up of the folder to make your divider?
How do you keep track of what stamps you have that is without thumbing through all of them to see what you've got?
Thank you
Will these fit in the rascog cart ?
Fantastic!