Your cart bought in the US looks just like mine bought in the UK. I have 2. And I'm not happy with them. For me they seemed like a great storage solution: buckets to hang on the outside, storage for paper rolls on the ends, a short narrow tray to hang on the side of an internal tray etc etc. So I very happily began taking my paints out of storage boxes and into the two trolleys. For the first few days all went well... Then later I realised that one trolley was tilted over to one side and discovered that the wheels, not being directly under the trolley were bowing outwards and so were the two vertical rods that join the 3 main baskets together. I temporarily put a cable tie around the rods at the base, bringing them back into alignment, but even that did not last - so I had to sacrifice 3 or 4 big books to support the bottom basket, thus taking the strain off the rods and wheels. This did work... up to a point!I But the trolley is no longer moveable. Plus I recently discovered that the 2nd trolley is doing the same thing. These trolleys are a great idea but not all that practical a design. I need a welder to fix them. So, only put a very few and very LIGHTWEIGHT things in them. Or weld them. Have fun with yours. I wish I could have a craft room as big and nice as yours.
My cart is needing some of these. I looked at them and passed. However, after watching your video I’m going to get back to the store and pick up several items. Lol my cart definitely is overloaded! I need the bigger one! 😂
I have been on the fence about a cart. I keep talking myself out of it...I think you just convinced me. So cool to have you show us each accessory. Thank you so much!
A cart changes everything. I’m finally super organized I have a cheap makeshift cart that’s a little broken. The cart I really want is the gramercy cart from Michaels ( Canada)
I think I would use those racks to hold my sticky tape rolls, ribbons, and strings/twine. I don't use washi tape much. Thank you for showing the cart and accessories, I've never thought of them before, but will look at purchasing one now.
A "washi organizer living its best life!" - Too brilliant!!! Thank you so much for this video. This is exactly what I had been needing. I had been visiting that section at Michaels so often and getting overwhelmed, confused, and not able to make any decision because nothing was out of their boxes. Seeing everything being set up and used was absolutely priceless. Thank you thank you thank you. So awesome!!!!
I am in love with your channel which I only discovered a week or two ago. Why do you only have 50K subscribers?? I can't believe more people haven't found your channel 'cuz they would love it!! You are amazing. I learn so much! Keep up the good work!!
I found a mesh cart with four baskets or shelves for five dollars. I got two cooling racks for cakes at dollar tree and used zip ties to attach one to each side to hang stuff with S hooks. I might put another one on the back. I have some bins in there that I already had. It's hard to believe how much it hold. I haven't decided exactly what to put in it and how to arrange it all. I think the whole thing might end up being about 15$. I'm so happy to have a cart!!
I think a cart like this would be best for organizing the supplies you need for a current project. I don't think I would put a bunch of items on/in it just for storage, unless that is the extent of your crafting area available. Thanks for sharing.
I use the tall rolling shelf unit from Michael's filled with 12x12 project cases for my Cricut supply storage. The vinyl and iron on gets cut into 12x12 sheets. They're easier to store and sort that way. I keep all of my scraps and use transfer tape to piece together the scraps as needed, and I have very little waste.
I appreciate your video! Initially I struggled with how to use my carts. I have the Grammercy cart from Michaels, so it came with some accessories. I found several uses for the washi roll holder. I have attached mine to the wall, I have also hung it over a cabinet door or a deeper desk drawer. I have also stored ribbon on mine. I have found that I take the whole bar off if I want to pull something off and I can choose either side to access. I had no idea that the bins hooked onto the cart so nicely, and also the bin dividers do hook in really nice!
My favorite thing to keep in my cart is my paper scrap collection! They are in containers by color, right behind my desk, and now I actually USE my scraps!
Wow, what a great video! 😀❤️🎉👍🏼You always have the most informative, fun, colorful cheery videos ever!😁❤️🙏 🌈 I found your channel a while ago, but it got lost with all the other people I have subscribed to! But lately I’ve been watching a lot more of your videos, every single one is so informative, and fun but dangerous at the same time! It makes me want to buy more organizational stuff!! I am addicted to organizational supplies! I probably have two full totes of extra organizational things! Thank you so so much Elisa for showing us all the fun things you can do with these cards from Michael’s! I just may have to get a few things for my own cart!!! 😊❤️👍🏼🙏🌈🎉
OMG, I never thought about a cart for the things I touch the most... As always you challenge me to do better things in my studio... You are roclking it girl... super proud of all the things you got on this cart...
I use two of these carts for bead storage. I found that several of the storage boxes that have the stackable containers inside fit perfectly on each shelf. I love my carts.
I have had three of the Lexington Carts for a couple of years. I suggest putting one pegboard on each side, one at top and the other at bottom. Otherwise, you can't access the lower trays from the pegboard side. Also, the solid pegboards block the light and it can be hard to see clearly. I have never purchased the top as i store many tall items in the top. You probably couldn't see it, but with the add-ons the top was not level and would not make a good working surface. I find the carts very useful, but you need to be careful or you could end up with a troop of them!
I do both crafting and artwork so I’d like to make a cart specifically for my paints, brushes, and art materials. The paper towel holder will be a must!
Great video over all! 😊 There is also a handle fir the cart which is part of the Tidy collection, as well. It’s about $10.00. I found it very helpful in moving my craft cart easier. It only comes in white but could be painted. Also, the IKEA cart cup holders work well on the Michaels cart. I have two of the Lexington Carts: Lavender - for my Bible Study, essential oils and wax melts for my humidifier and wax warmers. Light Pink - for all my Wood Crafting items (wood tower blocks, wood planks, chip board cut-out pieces, wood signs, dowels, popsicle sticks, wood decor, etc.) and Wood Tools and Accessories (wood glue, wood files, sand paper, etc.). Also check out your local Dollar Stores or Hardware Stores for other items you can use as accessories to trick out your craft cart. I found a decorative wall mounting bar with hooks which sticks to your cart to hang accessories. 🤔Think outside the box. Hope this is helpful. 😊
Perfect timing for this video. I was planning to rearrange and re organize .my craft and planning carts tonight. It's like youtube read my mind. Your cart looks beautiful and functional. Thanks for the tips.
A new viewer here. Thank you so much for this as well as the IKEA videos! It’s like you were reading my mind 😮 I have been working on scrapbooks and cardmaking for years, but my organization skills are seriously lacking. Your videos have truly inspired me 😄
I don't do much Bible decorating, but I do have a study journal that I need a lot of different reference books and so forth for... what a good idea to have a dedicated cart for all that! I could always add my highlighters and pens that I do use!
Thanks for showing exactly how they look/work. I have 2 carts currently. One is for crafting/planning and the other is for beauty products. These will be a great addition to either or both!!
I use it for ribbons or twine rolls when working on a project. I connect it to the middle rack and the paper towel holder works amazing on the top above it
I love this set up! My craft room is only 9x9 so I don't have room for another cart. The only one I have I use for December Daily. I roll it out and load it up in October when the supplies arrive, keep it out thru December, then roll it back in the closet for the next year! They really are a great thing to have if you are in a small place. I originally got one when we were transferred up to DC and living in a 997 sqft apartment. That cart was pretty much all the space I had. Once back in Texas I had room to spread out since the kids are now "Grown & Flown!"
Love this!! I have about 8 of those carts for various crafts and projects. I use them for painting supplies, resin supplies, stuff for my laser cutter like engraving stuff, parts, etc. and so much more. They’re really great carts! I love using the hanging rack for the smaller rolls of ribbon that are washi tape sized. They’re always getting lost in the ribbon box and are hard to store and the rack is perfect for them. ❤
I love these carts. They need to make the washi tape holder just a little longer, so that is somehow attaches (rubber grip on a bar?) under the second shelf for better support.
I have this cart, but no accessories. I’ve used it the last couple years as a planner cart, but am planning to use it up in my sewing room. You’ve inspired me to not only get it set up, but to try some useful accessories. I have a multiple pants hanger than I think would work like the vinyl roll holder. (I’m all about repurposing what I have.) Thank you for this post!
Ooh, thank you for mentioning the pants holder ... I have a washi tape case that I prefer to use, but can imagine using those types of hangers for ribbon, wire, etc.
I have a cart from Amazon that includes many of those features…peg board, bins, and hanger. I have washi on the hanger, but I hardly ever use that washi because inevitably I need the roll of washi that is in the middle, which means I have to take off all the ones in the way. I need the whole roll or else I end up with a tangled mess of tape. Probably not a big deal for most people, but it’s one more step that my ADHD brain hates. 😂
Thanks. This is great info. I have a different cart and have used some of the Michaels' accessories on that as well. It's not such a perfect fit but works.
such a great idea for a video!! I love seeing all the options. I never would have thought to add these to my cart. Thank you for showing the creation from beginning to end.
I have 3 carts in my craft room. 1 came with most of those accessories & I gave them all away cuz they just fell off every time I bumped the cart. You can also get a flat work surface for your cart by just flipping the top section when you put it together. 😉 2 of mine are that way.
I also use the cart hanger my for ribbons. I can only use 2 to 3 of the hangers because of the size of ribbon. The cart hangers can attach to the or i used metal shower curtain hooks and attached them to the shelving inside the closet.
In a pinch I needed to store an Amish swift with 29" long arms and a Navaho spindle and my Michaels didn't carry the wrapping paper attachment so I grabbed a IKEA Sunnersta hanging container and made a loop of floral wire around the Simply Tidy cart parts. Rest of the swift parts store in a bag on a Sunnersta hook. My favorite Simply Tidy item is the 12x12 paper holders; when they're on sale I buy three.
Great topic! Yes...I finally gave in and bought a cart about 6 mos ago. Then I got another larger one with some drawers and larger open shelving and with a fold out extension to use (the extension) as needed. They are very handy. The one thing that I realized that is THE MOST USEFUL THING in any sort of creative space or office space where you may have little room, is to make sure your storage and organizing furniture, including carts or anything made to sit on the floor are on rollers/wheels. This means I can put a cart in a certain spot and easily move it when I may need to get to whatever it may be blocking.I guess this sort of like double parking, 😅but it gives me more options and makes my limited space more functional.
I'm heading to Michael's 😂!! I've been contemplating donating my cart because I can't make it functional enough to warrant the space it takes up in my small space. You've changed my mind completely!! Thank you so much 😁.
You can buy the pegs from dollar tree to this pegboard that is more secure. the hanger is for the transfer tape on the vinyl, washi and paper towels maybe. I like your idea of securing it to the wall or the side of the Kallex unit. I use the topper on one of mine for the Spellbinder machine, next layer my plates for my machine, and on the bottom is my embossing folders, yes I do have that many folders lol. I have another where I put my tools that I use often with a pot separator rack, I put my Martha Stewart large score board, my Tim Holtz stamping platform, we are memory small chopper, we are memory laser platform, a we are memory envelope maker, and finally a Fiskars slim guide cutter, all fit in the top, second level is my glue gun, and sticks some pen holders and scissors I used repurpose cans, bottom are containers with odds and ends. I actually have 4 different carts, those are for my scrapbooking and card making. This is a great idea if you are a journaling person. You can customize to your needs
Just used your links to purchase all, except I ordered the 4 tier Lexington cart for both the extra space and so it would be more comfortable to use while standing at my easel. I'm going to pack this with my art and craft supplies! Thanks for the fantastic demo. Also subscribed.
I have that same lavender cart covered in HP stickers too, lol! But seeing all the useful accessories really maximizes its usefulness. Think I’m gonna have to grab some of those!
The result is so workable. Love it.I’m a bit jealous, because I’m from Belgium and all those planning related things, they all come from América. A lot of things from the happy planner, we can’t find it here. And than all the discounts you find. I have the impression no one have to buy things at full prices. America is the promissed land for planners 😂😂😂 Love your video, love them all!
As usual, your organization videos floor me! I would use the cart and accessories to maximize my table and counter space and clear things off of them. I was also excited about the idea of setting up a cart full of supplies that I want to try out in my projects. I would then use the Washi tape holder as a place to store faux leather for example because that is a material that I want to try in my projects and have yet to do so.
Wow! That cart and the accessories definitely hold A LOT! That's awesome! I was debating between the Ikea cart and the Michael's cart, but you may have solved the debate
This is my first visit to your channel. What a find!!!! I have had a cart that I have had for years and had no idea that you could get accessories!!! I can’t wait to look in your links to choose accessories for my cart. I also can’t wait to watch more of your videos. I just SUBSCRIBED!!!!!!!💜
I would replace the washi with rolls of aluminum foil, plastic wrap, waxed paper, and parchment paper. I could put all of my washi on the remaining tier! I don't have a cart like this but I do have a huge stainless steel cart that holds my Cricut Maker, Scan N Cut, all of my machine embroidery thread, fabric scrap bins, single tipped markers, and more. I engineered a pull out platform for my Scan N Cut (so I can get my 69 year old eyes close enough to the screen) and zip tied a scrap of vinyl lattice to one end to serve as a quasi peg board using common S hooks. A paper towel holder balances over one handle and is made with a dowel and 2 wooden beads. All three shelves (except the area under the pull out platform) have Dollar Tree foam core board laid in so small objects can't fall through the grid. My cart works very well and makes it possible to reconfigure my room for access to my sewing, paper crafting, or home office "stations". Wheels/casters make my smallish craft room meet my needs fairly well.
Foam core board! Excellent idea! I have multiple pets, so there are many things I have to store in closed containers or behind doors to keep hair off them. Using the foam board on the bottom, and using a topper for the lower tiers, opens up the possibilities for what I could store there.
Wow!! That is really cool for someone like me who has less supplies, or just wanting to focus on one area of crafting. One for planners, or maybe mixed media, or calligraphy, stamping, diamond painting, acrylic or Watercolor painting, coloring to include pencils, pens.....limitless options! Sorry got carried away .😊 ⚾️
It was nice to see you explore all the accessories to this cart. The paper towel or washi tape holder might also hold rolls of tracing papers or freezer wrap. Thank you. I enjoyed this.
Your tricked out cart looks cool (but crowded) I look forward to seeing how it works long term. I found a short heavy duty cart, only has 2 baskets and can hold some serious weight, it fits perfectly under my desk and holds the in progress journals and studies, frees up precious space on my small desk.
The only thing I would buy are the containers for the side. I would buy bins for notions on the top, the bottom would hold some of my fabric while other fabric would be in larger plastic bins. The middle section would also have bins for scissors, different feet, marker pencils etc.
Since the washi tape holder also attaches to the wall, hang it on the wall with the ability to unhook it and transfer to the cart when you plan on using it. Then return to the wall/closet/… Thanks for the video 🤗
You could decide which accessories you like and wait for sales and coupons to add pieces as you can. I have very limited space so this will be a game changer!
To make the wooden top more secure drill a couple of holes in the side of the bin and screw the roll/tape holder to the side with a machine screw and washer and nut.
Love that you created a planner cart! I have two of these carts and love them! One I use for my current projects and feel like it is going to become my planner cart now. :) My other one is my die cutting station - my Big Kick sits on top and all my dies and embossing folders are on the bottom two shelves. I have been using this for years and am so impressed with how it has held up. Thanks for sharing this great video!
Love the idea of using a cart for your die cutting machine. Just got a Sizzix, going to think about whether this is a good solution for me, as to where to put it.
I am super behind on this video, obviously, but I’m working on organization this month. 🎉 I love that you showed us all of these accessories and how they worked! I’ve looked at them before and honestly didn’t trust that they would work wow. Now my gears are turning tying to figure out which ones would really help me with my disorganized cart! I keep all my stickers, stamps, inks, pens, and current printables/ephemera on my cart. I’ve played around with it so many times, but just can’t get the right placement to easily find and grab what I need. Does the acrylic riser hold more sticker books then you could put in that space without it, if you just paid them down? Thanks for this video, it is super helpful!
I don't think the acrylic riser hold more than if you just place the sticker books, but the advantage of the riser is that it allows you to easily look through the sticker books. If you pack the cart too full of books, it is hard to see what is in there.
Great display of organizers for the craft cart! I use the Lexington cart in my sewing area and I love it. BUT you have opened my eyes to what my granddaughter needs for her art supplies! Thank you 😊
I have two craft carts. On the top shelf of let's say #1 I have a Marbrrasse Wooden Pen organizer plus a 4 cup pencil holder on the top shelf holding my Prismacolor pencils. Second shelf has my watercolor supplies. Third shelf holds my Tim Holtz paper cutter, WeRmemory keepers envelope guide plus other tools I use most often. Cart #2 top shelf holds my most used acrylic stamps. Second shelf holds my heat embossing supplies. Third holds more heat embossing supplies. I mainly make cards, so if I want to work on a card where I will be coloring I can roll cart #1 out to my living room so I could watch TV!! Being that they roll very easily they make my life easier!
Thanks 😊 for this informational video. I bought mine at Michael's and I love it. I didn't know they're all these attachments you can add on. My son gave me the washi attachment and I put my thin ribbons and is good. I'll keep it like that.
I love my craft cart. I got my cart and some accessories on sale several Black Fridays ago. I used the dollar tree not hooks on my peg board. I have two carts one for painting acrylic and watercolor. The second cart is
I love my Ikea cart, which is the same as the Michael's one. Michaels didn't have this cart when I purchased mine from Ikea and now I see all the colors and I think about adding a second cart. Thank you for showing me all these accessories. I'm wondering if those screw holes on the washi storage accessory could be used to push suction cups through to make it stick to a fix place. I'm very excited to go and pick up some accessories! Thank you, thank you!
For fairly gentle use, there are suction cups in the fishkeeping section of the pet store, that have a ring on them with a split in it. Not sure how to describe that better, but it's so you can install a series of suction cups down the side of your fish tank, then push an airline into place, or the power cord for an accessory. That might be enough to hold the bottom part of the washi rack in place, but allow removal without removing the suction cups, if needed. They're pretty cheap too.
I got two stadium bins and took the dividers out of one and put them all in the other. I put stamps in 1 no dividers and all tool and stamp blocks in the other
I have some of these things but not all. My cart holds my watercolor paint tins and related stuff. I have the pegboards and have one half on each side of the cart, and have hung Cricut mats on one side and various rulers on the other side. I use the pencil cups too, hung on the top tray. I want to get the cup with dividers. And maybe those tray dividers. I rejected the holder you used for washi tape but I think I want it now. Any of these pegboard hanging items would work on pegboard attached to a wall, too, which I’m planning to get soon. Thank you for the “show and tell”- it gave me ideas for better use of what I have, as well as ideas for what would truly be practical.
Your cart bought in the US looks just like mine bought in the UK. I have 2. And I'm not happy with them. For me they seemed like a great storage solution: buckets to hang on the outside, storage for paper rolls on the ends, a short narrow tray to hang on the side of an internal tray etc etc. So I very happily began taking my paints out of storage boxes and into the two trolleys.
For the first few days all went well... Then later I realised that one trolley was tilted over to one side and discovered that the wheels, not being directly under the trolley were bowing outwards and so were the two vertical rods that join the 3 main baskets together. I temporarily put a cable tie around the rods at the base, bringing them back into alignment, but even that did not last - so I had to sacrifice 3 or 4 big books to support the bottom basket, thus taking the strain off the rods and wheels.
This did work... up to a point!I
But the trolley is no longer moveable.
Plus I recently discovered that the 2nd trolley is doing the same thing.
These trolleys are a great idea but not all that practical a design.
I need a welder to fix them.
So, only put a very few and very LIGHTWEIGHT things in them. Or weld them. Have fun with yours. I wish I could have a craft room as big and nice as yours.
I agree, you most definitely can not weigh them down at all or they will start to bend.
My cart is needing some of these. I looked at them and passed. However, after watching your video I’m going to get back to the store and pick up several items. Lol my cart definitely is overloaded! I need the bigger one! 😂
The bigger one is fabulous! Yup, if you end up adding too much to the cart, it can be really hard to get things in and out.
I have been on the fence about a cart. I keep talking myself out of it...I think you just convinced me. So cool to have you show us each accessory. Thank you so much!
Go for it!
A cart changes everything. I’m finally super organized I have a cheap makeshift cart that’s a little broken. The cart I really want is the gramercy cart from Michaels ( Canada)
I think I would use those racks to hold my sticky tape rolls, ribbons, and strings/twine. I don't use washi tape much. Thank you for showing the cart and accessories, I've never thought of them before, but will look at purchasing one now.
Glad the video was helpful for you!
A "washi organizer living its best life!" - Too brilliant!!! Thank you so much for this video. This is exactly what I had been needing. I had been visiting that section at Michaels so often and getting overwhelmed, confused, and not able to make any decision because nothing was out of their boxes. Seeing everything being set up and used was absolutely priceless. Thank you thank you thank you. So awesome!!!!
You are so welcome!
I am in love with your channel which I only discovered a week or two ago. Why do you only have 50K subscribers?? I can't believe more people haven't found your channel 'cuz they would love it!! You are amazing. I learn so much! Keep up the good work!!
Thank you so much!! Glad you found your way over here 💕 Feel free to spread the word!
I totally agree.
Dollar Tree pegboard hooks and shelves (the mini one) work well on this pegboard. They are super secure and eliminate the rattling sound.
Good tip! Thanks for sharing!
I could imagine using a little hot glue to secure the hooks in place too, if your set up is relatively stable and unchanging.
I do not have a cart but now seeing what you did; I believe I need one. Thank you Dee
They are really very helpful!
I found a mesh cart with four baskets or shelves for five dollars. I got two cooling racks for cakes at dollar tree and used zip ties to attach one to each side to hang stuff with S hooks. I might put another one on the back. I have some bins in there that I already had. It's hard to believe how much it hold. I haven't decided exactly what to put in it and how to arrange it all. I think the whole thing might end up being about 15$. I'm so happy to have a cart!!
I found the cart at Goodwill.
Very cool!
@@ScrappyWife Thanks! I've been wanting a cart for a long time!
Thanks for such a detailed review. I am in the market for a cart, so glad I found this!!
Awesome! Glad it was helpful!
So many similar items can be found at Dollar Tree...
I'm going to look next time I go there.
Thanks for the ideas!
Have fun!
I think a cart like this would be best for organizing the supplies you need for a current project. I don't think I would put a bunch of items on/in it just for storage, unless that is the extent of your crafting area available. Thanks for sharing.
To each their own for sure!
Thanks for showing this! I've been on the fence quite a while about getting one of these...but now I have some good ideas!
Always happy to help!
Really impressed....😃
Love to keep card making supplies in mine.
That's awesome!
I use the tall rolling shelf unit from Michael's filled with 12x12 project cases for my Cricut supply storage. The vinyl and iron on gets cut into 12x12 sheets. They're easier to store and sort that way. I keep all of my scraps and use transfer tape to piece together the scraps as needed, and I have very little waste.
Sounds like a good solution!
I appreciate your video! Initially I struggled with how to use my carts. I have the Grammercy cart from Michaels, so it came with some accessories. I found several uses for the washi roll holder. I have attached mine to the wall, I have also hung it over a cabinet door or a deeper desk drawer. I have also stored ribbon on mine. I have found that I take the whole bar off if I want to pull something off and I can choose either side to access. I had no idea that the bins hooked onto the cart so nicely, and also the bin dividers do hook in really nice!
Glad the video was helpful! Yes, I do love how tightly everything seems to clamp onto the cart.
My favorite thing to keep in my cart is my paper scrap collection! They are in containers by color, right behind my desk, and now I actually USE my scraps!
Nice!
Wow, what a great video! 😀❤️🎉👍🏼You always have the most informative, fun, colorful cheery videos ever!😁❤️🙏 🌈 I found your channel a while ago, but it got lost with all the other people I have subscribed to! But lately I’ve been watching a lot more of your videos, every single one is so informative, and fun but dangerous at the same time! It makes me want to buy more organizational stuff!! I am addicted to organizational supplies! I probably have two full totes of extra organizational things! Thank you so so much Elisa for showing us all the fun things you can do with these cards from Michael’s! I just may have to get a few things for my own cart!!! 😊❤️👍🏼🙏🌈🎉
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OMG, I need to go get the accessories. I keep my journals, watercolors papers, pens, pencils, books, stickers, stamp pads, etc😁..
You should!
OMG, I never thought about a cart for the things I touch the most... As always you challenge me to do better things in my studio... You are roclking it girl... super proud of all the things you got on this cart...
Aw, thanks so much Karen 💕
I use two of these carts for bead storage. I found that several of the storage boxes that have the stackable containers inside fit perfectly on each shelf. I love my carts.
Thanks for sharing!!
You could put ribbon on the washy hanger
Very true.
Great suggestions & a very thorough look at cart supply options. Also love how you decorated your cart!
Thanks so much!
I never thought I would want one of these carts, but now I think I do! Thank you for sharing!
You are so welcome! Glad I could demonstrate how they can be used.
I have had three of the Lexington Carts for a couple of years. I suggest putting one pegboard on each side, one at top and the other at bottom. Otherwise, you can't access the lower trays from the pegboard side. Also, the solid pegboards block the light and it can be hard to see clearly. I have never purchased the top as i store many tall items in the top. You probably couldn't see it, but with the add-ons the top was not level and would not make a good working surface. I find the carts very useful, but you need to be careful or you could end up with a troop of them!
Yes, they do have a tendency to multiply!
I do both crafting and artwork so I’d like to make a cart specifically for my paints, brushes, and art materials. The paper towel holder will be a must!
Awesome!
Great video over all! 😊
There is also a handle fir the cart which is part of the Tidy collection, as well. It’s about $10.00. I found it very helpful in moving my craft cart easier. It only comes in white but could be painted.
Also, the IKEA cart cup holders work well on the Michaels cart.
I have two of the Lexington Carts: Lavender - for my Bible Study, essential oils and wax melts for my humidifier and wax warmers.
Light Pink - for all my Wood Crafting items (wood tower blocks, wood planks, chip board cut-out pieces, wood signs, dowels, popsicle sticks, wood decor, etc.) and Wood Tools and Accessories (wood glue, wood files, sand paper, etc.).
Also check out your local Dollar Stores or Hardware Stores for other items you can use as accessories to trick out your craft cart. I found a decorative wall mounting bar with hooks which sticks to your cart to hang accessories.
🤔Think outside the box.
Hope this is helpful. 😊
Thanks for sharing!
Perfect timing for this video. I was planning to rearrange and re organize .my craft and planning carts tonight. It's like youtube read my mind. Your cart looks beautiful and functional. Thanks for the tips.
So glad that the video was helpful!
My daughter used the topper in her dorm room when she was in college. The cart held her food it was handy
Perfect!
A new viewer here. Thank you so much for this as well as the IKEA videos! It’s like you were reading my mind 😮 I have been working on scrapbooks and cardmaking for years, but my organization skills are seriously lacking. Your videos have truly inspired me 😄
You are so welcome!
I use mine as a Bible study cart and could definitely use a few of those accessories. I’m about to hit Amazon! 😁😁😁
Be careful - not all accessories will work with all carts!
I don't do much Bible decorating, but I do have a study journal that I need a lot of different reference books and so forth for... what a good idea to have a dedicated cart for all that! I could always add my highlighters and pens that I do use!
Thanks for showing exactly how they look/work. I have 2 carts currently. One is for crafting/planning and the other is for beauty products. These will be a great addition to either or both!!
Awesome! Yes, it is always nice to see exactly how something works.
I use it for ribbons or twine rolls when working on a project. I connect it to the middle rack and the paper towel holder works amazing on the top above it
Awesome!
Omg! I was at Michael’s store yesterday and I was sooo overwhelmed! Thank you for all the ideas!
Yay, always happy to help!
I love this set up! My craft room is only 9x9 so I don't have room for another cart. The only one I have I use for December Daily. I roll it out and load it up in October when the supplies arrive, keep it out thru December, then roll it back in the closet for the next year! They really are a great thing to have if you are in a small place. I originally got one when we were transferred up to DC and living in a 997 sqft apartment. That cart was pretty much all the space I had. Once back in Texas I had room to spread out since the kids are now "Grown & Flown!"
Love that you move seasonal supplies in and out of your space. Such a great choice!
I have 2 craft carts and I need some of these accessories! Thank you for showing them. This was very helpful.
❤ Shirley
You are so welcome!
This is so fun...basically "Pimp my cart"!😄
😂😂😂
Love this!! I have about 8 of those carts for various crafts and projects. I use them for painting supplies, resin supplies, stuff for my laser cutter like engraving stuff, parts, etc. and so much more. They’re really great carts! I love using the hanging rack for the smaller rolls of ribbon that are washi tape sized. They’re always getting lost in the ribbon box and are hard to store and the rack is perfect for them. ❤
That is awesome!
I actually own a couple carts and I love them - I will have to get some of the buckets that hang outside the cart - I use mine for card making
That is awesome!
I love these carts. They need to make the washi tape holder just a little longer, so that is somehow attaches (rubber grip on a bar?) under the second shelf for better support.
That would be cool!
I have this cart, but no accessories. I’ve used it the last couple years as a planner cart, but am planning to use it up in my sewing room. You’ve inspired me to not only get it set up, but to try some useful accessories. I have a multiple pants hanger than I think would work like the vinyl roll holder. (I’m all about repurposing what I have.) Thank you for this post!
A suggestion for your sewing cart put ribbon on washi tape accessory instead
Nice! Yes, see if what you have already can work! Then you will know if you truly "need" to go get any more accessories.
Ooh, thank you for mentioning the pants holder ... I have a washi tape case that I prefer to use, but can imagine using those types of hangers for ribbon, wire, etc.
I have a cart from Amazon that includes many of those features…peg board, bins, and hanger. I have washi on the hanger, but I hardly ever use that washi because inevitably I need the roll of washi that is in the middle, which means I have to take off all the ones in the way. I need the whole roll or else I end up with a tangled mess of tape. Probably not a big deal for most people, but it’s one more step that my ADHD brain hates. 😂
Totally get that! It's all about customizing it for how you like to craft/plan!
Thanks. This is great info. I have a different cart and have used some of the Michaels' accessories on that as well. It's not such a perfect fit but works.
Glad it was helpful!
such a great idea for a video!! I love seeing all the options. I never would have thought to add these to my cart. Thank you for showing the creation from beginning to end.
You are so welcome! It does get pricey if you get all the things, but it is cool to see how they work together.
I have 3 carts in my craft room. 1 came with most of those accessories & I gave them all away cuz they just fell off every time I bumped the cart. You can also get a flat work surface for your cart by just flipping the top section when you put it together. 😉 2 of mine are that way.
I think command strips or museum wax would be great way to secure those accessories.
I think the cart hanger would be good for butcher paper and transfer paper.
Good idea.
I use my cart hanger for ribbon! It used to be called the ribbon organizer idk why they changed the name lol
Yes, I could definitely see that ribbon would work well there!
I also use the cart hanger my for ribbons. I can only use 2 to 3 of the hangers because of the size of ribbon. The cart hangers can attach to the or i used metal shower curtain hooks and attached them to the shelving inside the closet.
In a pinch I needed to store an Amish swift with 29" long arms and a Navaho spindle and my Michaels didn't carry the wrapping paper attachment so I grabbed a IKEA Sunnersta hanging container and made a loop of floral wire around the Simply Tidy cart parts. Rest of the swift parts store in a bag on a Sunnersta hook. My favorite Simply Tidy item is the 12x12 paper holders; when they're on sale I buy three.
Sounds like you created a great solution!
Great topic! Yes...I finally gave in and bought a cart about 6 mos ago. Then I got another larger one with some drawers and larger open shelving and with a fold out extension to use (the extension) as needed. They are very handy. The one thing that I realized that is THE MOST USEFUL THING in any sort of creative space or office space where you may have little room, is to make sure your storage and organizing furniture, including carts or anything made to sit on the floor are on rollers/wheels. This means I can put a cart in a certain spot and easily move it when I may need to get to whatever it may be blocking.I guess this sort of like double parking, 😅but it gives me more options and makes my limited space more functional.
Yes, the flexibility is such an important thing to focus on!
. My favorite accessory is the handle. Makes it so easy to roll from room to room.
Nice!
I'm heading to Michael's 😂!! I've been contemplating donating my cart because I can't make it functional enough to warrant the space it takes up in my small space. You've changed my mind completely!! Thank you so much 😁.
Yay! I hope you are able to make it work for you!
I love this cart and accessories.
Me too!
Love this idea! You can roll it to the living room and craft whenever too! Love this!
Totally!
You can buy the pegs from dollar tree to this pegboard that is more secure. the hanger is for the transfer tape on the vinyl, washi and paper towels maybe. I like your idea of securing it to the wall or the side of the Kallex unit. I use the topper on one of mine for the Spellbinder machine, next layer my plates for my machine, and on the bottom is my embossing folders, yes I do have that many folders lol. I have another where I put my tools that I use often with a pot separator rack, I put my Martha Stewart large score board, my Tim Holtz stamping platform, we are memory small chopper, we are memory laser platform, a we are memory envelope maker, and finally a Fiskars slim guide cutter, all fit in the top, second level is my glue gun, and sticks some pen holders and scissors I used repurpose cans, bottom are containers with odds and ends. I actually have 4 different carts, those are for my scrapbooking and card making. This is a great idea if you are a journaling person. You can customize to your needs
Love it!
Thanks for the idea about using the pot separator rack!
Just used your links to purchase all, except I ordered the 4 tier Lexington cart for both the extra space and so it would be more comfortable to use while standing at my easel. I'm going to pack this with my art and craft supplies! Thanks for the fantastic demo. Also subscribed.
Yes! I think the 4 tier one is a great choice especially if you are standing. Have fun getting it set up!
I have that same lavender cart covered in HP stickers too, lol! But seeing all the useful accessories really maximizes its usefulness. Think I’m gonna have to grab some of those!
Go for it - and yay for the HP stickers!
The result is so workable. Love it.I’m a bit jealous, because I’m from Belgium and all those planning related things, they all come from América. A lot of things from the happy planner, we can’t find it here. And than all the discounts you find. I have the impression no one have to buy things at full prices. America is the promissed land for planners 😂😂😂
Love your video, love them all!
Haha, trust me, there is plenty purchased at full price!
As usual, your organization videos floor me! I would use the cart and accessories to maximize my table and counter space and clear things off of them. I was also excited about the idea of setting up a cart full of supplies that I want to try out in my projects. I would then use the Washi tape holder as a place to store faux leather for example because that is a material that I want to try in my projects and have yet to do so.
Love that! Great idea to clear off desk space for working.
I love love love this.
Thanks for watching!
Wow! That cart and the accessories definitely hold A LOT! That's awesome! I was debating between the Ikea cart and the Michael's cart, but you may have solved the debate
It can really hold a ton!
Ribbons on the "washi storage" thing
Definitely would work
I like the hanging thing for my transfer tape, parchment, white and black vinyl. My most go to items :)
Good idea!
This is my first visit to your channel. What a find!!!! I have had a cart that I have had for years and had no idea that you could get accessories!!! I can’t wait to look in your links to choose accessories for my cart. I also can’t wait to watch more of your videos. I just SUBSCRIBED!!!!!!!💜
Welcome! SO glad to have you here :)
I would replace the washi with rolls of aluminum foil, plastic wrap, waxed paper, and parchment paper. I could put all of my washi on the remaining tier!
I don't have a cart like this but I do have a huge stainless steel cart that holds my Cricut Maker, Scan N Cut, all of my machine embroidery thread, fabric scrap bins, single tipped markers, and more. I engineered a pull out platform for my Scan N Cut (so I can get my 69 year old eyes close enough to the screen) and zip tied a scrap of vinyl lattice to one end to serve as a quasi peg board using common S hooks. A paper towel holder balances over one handle and is made with a dowel and 2 wooden beads. All three shelves (except the area under the pull out platform) have Dollar Tree foam core board laid in so small objects can't fall through the grid. My cart works very well and makes it possible to reconfigure my room for access to my sewing, paper crafting, or home office "stations". Wheels/casters make my smallish craft room meet my needs fairly well.
Sounds like you created a solution that works so well for you!
Foam core board! Excellent idea! I have multiple pets, so there are many things I have to store in closed containers or behind doors to keep hair off them. Using the foam board on the bottom, and using a topper for the lower tiers, opens up the possibilities for what I could store there.
Wow!! That is really cool for someone like me who has less supplies, or just wanting to focus on one area of crafting. One for planners, or maybe mixed media, or calligraphy, stamping, diamond painting, acrylic or Watercolor painting, coloring to include pencils, pens.....limitless options! Sorry got carried
away .😊 ⚾️
Yes, there really are so many options! The accessories can add up, but if you catch great deals, I think these carts work so well.
Ribbons!!! I never use them because they are tucked away
I would hand my wax paper ( that I use all the time for planning) instead of paper towels! Great video thanks for sharing!!
Great idea!!
It was nice to see you explore all the accessories to this cart. The paper towel or washi tape holder might also hold rolls of tracing papers or freezer wrap. Thank you. I enjoyed this.
Yes, for sure!
Thankyou for showing what is available. Michaels must be the best store to shop at.
It certainly has a few options, which is always nice!
Your tricked out cart looks cool (but crowded) I look forward to seeing how it works long term. I found a short heavy duty cart, only has 2 baskets and can hold some serious weight, it fits perfectly under my desk and holds the in progress journals and studies, frees up precious space on my small desk.
Glad you found a cart that fits your need!
The only thing I would buy are the containers for the side. I would buy bins for notions on the top, the bottom would hold some of my fabric while other fabric would be in larger plastic bins. The middle section would also have bins for scissors, different feet, marker pencils etc.
Sounds good!
Since the washi tape holder also attaches to the wall, hang it on the wall with the ability to unhook it and transfer to the cart when you plan on using it. Then return to the wall/closet/… Thanks for the video 🤗
Great idea!
You could decide which accessories you like and wait for sales and coupons to add pieces as you can. I have very limited space so this will be a game changer!
Yes! That is a great idea to wait for sales and coupons.
I would use the paper towel holder for parchment paper for iron on stuff. And the other holder for ribbon
That's a great idea on how to use it :)
To make the wooden top more secure drill a couple of holes in the side of the bin and screw the roll/tape holder to the side with a machine screw and washer and nut.
Certainly a possibility!
Love that you created a planner cart! I have two of these carts and love them! One I use for my current projects and feel like it is going to become my planner cart now. :) My other one is my die cutting station - my Big Kick sits on top and all my dies and embossing folders are on the bottom two shelves. I have been using this for years and am so impressed with how it has held up. Thanks for sharing this great video!
So glad you are enjoying the carts that you have!
Love the idea of using a cart for your die cutting machine. Just got a Sizzix, going to think about whether this is a good solution for me, as to where to put it.
I am super behind on this video, obviously, but I’m working on organization this month. 🎉 I love that you showed us all of these accessories and how they worked! I’ve looked at them before and honestly didn’t trust that they would work wow. Now my gears are turning tying to figure out which ones would really help me with my disorganized cart! I keep all my stickers, stamps, inks, pens, and current printables/ephemera on my cart. I’ve played around with it so many times, but just can’t get the right placement to easily find and grab what I need. Does the acrylic riser hold more sticker books then you could put in that space without it, if you just paid them down? Thanks for this video, it is super helpful!
I don't think the acrylic riser hold more than if you just place the sticker books, but the advantage of the riser is that it allows you to easily look through the sticker books. If you pack the cart too full of books, it is hard to see what is in there.
Thanks for sharing these products. I would use the vinyl roll hanger to store my seasonal ribbons, trims, and washi.
Great idea to store the seasonal things separately.
You could use it for a roll of deco mesh to hold it while you use it. Maybe ribbon as well.
Great suggestions!
So helpful. I just was at Michaels looking at these accessories. Now I can make a better decision what to buy. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Best cart organizational video EVER.
Wow, thanks!
I love how you filled the cart. I can’t wait to go get some items for my daughter and myself.
Have fun! It always feels good to get a new cart set up!
ribbon! i would put ribbon on it
Good idea!
Great display of organizers for the craft cart! I use the Lexington cart in my sewing area and I love it. BUT you have opened my eyes to what my granddaughter needs for her art supplies! Thank you 😊
Nice! I am sure that your granddaughter will love it!
Thank u Elisa. The rod holding the washi tape could also b used 4 spools of ribbon or thread. Have a great, blessed, victorious day.
Yes! Thank you!
Welcome.
I have two craft carts. On the top shelf of let's say #1 I have a Marbrrasse Wooden Pen organizer plus a 4 cup pencil holder on the top shelf holding my Prismacolor pencils. Second shelf has my watercolor supplies. Third shelf holds my Tim Holtz paper cutter, WeRmemory keepers envelope guide plus other tools I use most often.
Cart #2 top shelf holds my most used acrylic stamps. Second shelf holds my heat embossing supplies. Third holds more heat embossing supplies. I mainly make cards, so if I want to work on a card where I will be coloring I can roll cart #1 out to my living room so I could watch TV!! Being that they roll very easily they make my life easier!
That's so awesome! Sounds like you have your carts set up for success!
The peg boards magnetized would be great.
Totally!!!
Love this !😊
Glad you liked it!!
I like that vinyl holder, that will be good for my frequently used transfer tapes.
Good solution!
Cute setup 💕
Thanks so much!
Great ideas! You could move the washi tape down holder to the middle section so that your top sits better.
Great tip!
Thanks 😊 for this informational video. I bought mine at Michael's and I love it. I didn't know they're all these attachments you can add on. My son gave me the washi attachment and I put my thin ribbons and is good. I'll keep it like that.
So glad your setup is working so well for you!
Double sided tear tape could be stored on there with the washi
Totally!
Great video off to Michaels I go Thank u
Happy shopping!
Michael’s sells a cart with some of those items already attached (peg board, ribbon attachments,etc)
Yup, the Gramercy cart!
WOW what a GREAT demo of the possibilities for this Cart! Love it! ❤️👍
Glad you loved it!
Craft cart videos are my favorite!
Mine too!
I love my craft cart. I got my cart and some accessories on sale several Black Fridays ago.
I used the dollar tree not hooks on my peg board.
I have two carts one for painting acrylic and watercolor.
The second cart is
Awesome!
I love my Ikea cart, which is the same as the Michael's one. Michaels didn't have this cart when I purchased mine from Ikea and now I see all the colors and I think about adding a second cart. Thank you for showing me all these accessories. I'm wondering if those screw holes on the washi storage accessory could be used to push suction cups through to make it stick to a fix place. I'm very excited to go and pick up some accessories! Thank you, thank you!
That might work with the suction cups.
For fairly gentle use, there are suction cups in the fishkeeping section of the pet store, that have a ring on them with a split in it. Not sure how to describe that better, but it's so you can install a series of suction cups down the side of your fish tank, then push an airline into place, or the power cord for an accessory. That might be enough to hold the bottom part of the washi rack in place, but allow removal without removing the suction cups, if needed. They're pretty cheap too.
I got two stadium bins and took the dividers out of one and put them all in the other. I put stamps in 1 no dividers and all tool and stamp blocks in the other
Perfect solution!
I have some of these things but not all. My cart holds my watercolor paint tins and related stuff. I have the pegboards and have one half on each side of the cart, and have hung Cricut mats on one side and various rulers on the other side. I use the pencil cups too, hung on the top tray. I want to get the cup with dividers. And maybe those tray dividers. I rejected the holder you used for washi tape but I think I want it now.
Any of these pegboard hanging items would work on pegboard attached to a wall, too, which I’m planning to get soon. Thank you for the “show and tell”- it gave me ideas for better use of what I have, as well as ideas for what would truly be practical.
Yay, so glad you enjoyed it Gerrie! and yes, the pegboard items are very versatile if you also have a pegboard in your room!