Low-Cost Scrapbooking Storage Solutions

Turn a Mug Tree into Storage for Pens And Markers

Many of us have these mug trees in our kitchens, but have you thought about turning it into a kitschy storage unit for scrapbooking supplies? The individual cups allow you to group writing tools by color, and since most manufacturers recommend storing pens and markers horizontally, the angle is just right. It's also easy to take color groups to another room to work.

Approximate cost: $30 (with mugs)



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Gramma Diane wrote:

By hanging pen/pencil cups on the edge of a shelf, makes it difficult to get something off the shelf below. Have to remove the cups first.

7/29/2010 11:19:41 AM Report Abuse
kathy forpahl wrote:

I would love to see some new ideas.

7/29/2010 10:02:16 AM Report Abuse
Carolyn Sue Bell wrote:

Please new storage ideas and craft rooms showing room size. Starting to wonder if you read these comments!

5/13/2010 10:28:07 AM Report Abuse
anderson4200 wrote:

You are showing the same stuff over and over again...please do some updating! Also showing more scraprooms (where they get there stuff and the sizes of the rooms too!)...more ideas please!

5/6/2010 12:11:47 AM Report Abuse
bonadea36963 wrote:

The little individual jelly jars that you get at some hotels and restaurants are great for brads, beads, eyelets, etc.

3/22/2010 01:52:09 PM Report Abuse
SoScrappy wrote:

love the binder and page protector idea! gonna run out to purchase..i have been storing mine in those really cute baskets, they are very decorative and cute but, my stickers and rub ons are starting to clutter in them and a pain to go through a whole stack to find the right one....great idea , thanks..

3/19/2010 10:57:49 AM Report Abuse
Orchid17 wrote:

I agreed, we need some new ideas. Some of the ideas look good in photos but not very practical. Just like what iowagal5 wrote - i agreed with you on the mug holder!

3/12/2010 02:40:40 AM Report Abuse
lalunecmw123 wrote:

I enjoy recycling as much as the next person, but I've seen the ideas for at least the last three months

2/11/2010 03:40:52 PM Report Abuse
chrissummers64 wrote:

I do all kinds of crafts, have limited space to do them in, but have been "inventing" storage containers. I use things ppl would normally throw away. I use things like containers from the kids lunchables to soup cans. Anything. I will use old stuff and turn them into something else. Just get overwhemled sometimes but I have fun..

2/11/2010 01:16:30 PM Report Abuse
arlyn.deboer wrote:

Where do you find the "shoe cubby" featured on pg. 2 of Scrapbook Low-Cost solutions?

2/1/2010 09:50:20 PM Report Abuse
iowagal5 wrote:

I agree. Its time for some new ideas. I have seen these at least twice before. The mug holder looks cute in the picture, but not in real-life. As soon as you bump it - all the pens spill out.

1/24/2010 02:24:14 PM Report Abuse
Carolyn Sue Bell wrote:

I wish that all rooms shown would give room size. - This is a great room but have seen it a bunch - want new spaces. Thanks

1/21/2010 11:37:58 AM Report Abuse
jrmetals68 wrote:

A majority of these ideas have been used over and over month after month. I would love to see some new ideas instead of repeating the same ones.

1/18/2010 11:33:39 AM Report Abuse
anonymous wrote:

I started Scrapbooking before there were ever "archival" quality supplies anywhere, but at Office Supply stores. One of the first things I did was use the Use Binders and Page Protectors to Store die cuts and stickers. I'm still using them and that was 15 years ago.

1/16/2010 11:19:58 PM Report Abuse
rbbutchart wrote:

I have these pen holders holding my markers,pens etc. They are hung on my peg board by S hooks--that way I can take them to my table when needed! Works great.

1/13/2010 09:21:34 PM Report Abuse
AWilsonSLAH wrote:

What did you find at the dollar store? I am looking for the display cabinet with the glass doors. Anyone knows where to find that?

1/12/2010 02:57:33 PM Report Abuse
zannido wrote:

i had one similiar if do not put in some of the partitions it holds 12x12 paper beautifully

1/8/2010 12:28:41 PM Report Abuse
moretime2scrap wrote:

I love the shelf for the die-cutting supples...any ideas on where to find it???

1/8/2010 11:55:34 AM Report Abuse
Wrinkle-Free-Diva wrote:

they also sell these at the dollar tree...in black for $1!

1/7/2010 11:13:02 PM Report Abuse
moretime2scrap wrote:

Can anyone tell me where this can be found? I love it and I want to get one...

1/7/2010 08:44:32 PM Report Abuse
jeanettebonill wrote:

I have many of this i used for the Versa Magic ink.

1/7/2010 05:04:13 PM Report Abuse
sand6056 wrote:

I have seen this before, but this is the first time someone has told us where to look (but I could not find it at America Retold). TheSeeStor - thank you for telling us where you found this. Scrapbooks ETC, Please post a link where we can find the items when you post a story!!!

1/7/2010 04:59:55 PM Report Abuse
RocinRobin wrote:

Some of us are seeing these for the first time. I would love to have this shoe cubby. I tried America Retold-no luck. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

1/7/2010 03:57:10 PM Report Abuse
thepakifamily wrote:

I agree we need some new, fresh ideas!!

1/7/2010 03:34:50 PM Report Abuse
anonymous wrote:

PLEASE COME UP WITH SOME NEW IDEAS! THIS IS AT LEAST THE 3RD TIME YOU HAVE SHOWN THESE!

1/7/2010 03:20:45 PM Report Abuse
anonymous wrote:

Great (and cute) ideas. I have a srapbooking/craft room, but always go to cropping events. I really need more portable solutions. Oriental Trading has some great plastic foldable boxes that are cheap, cute and portable.

1/7/2010 02:26:21 PM Report Abuse
theseestor wrote:

This particular shelf was made by a company called America Retold.

1/7/2010 02:09:23 PM Report Abuse
Alig8r wrote:

you can also get these for kitchen utensils :)

1/7/2010 11:31:35 AM Report Abuse
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1/7/2010 11:26:25 AM Report Abuse
lorinamays wrote:

these are great, i wished they told us what store to find them for this price.

1/7/2010 11:02:14 AM Report Abuse
elagance7 wrote:

I LOVE THE IDEA OF THE SUCTION TOWEL HOLDER FOR HOLDING RIBBONS AND THE BABY WIPES CONTAINER FOR OTHER OBJECTS. GREAT IDEAS!!!

1/7/2010 10:13:49 AM Report Abuse
llmmjm1 wrote:

I found the same ones at our local Dollar store.

1/7/2010 10:01:40 AM Report Abuse
immystic99 wrote:

How cute (and functional) is this?!

1/5/2010 10:31:03 AM Report Abuse
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