Ready to make a change to your scrapbook paper storage area? Do you have paper all over your floor making it hard to find the piece that you need? If you are creating a layout and you can't find the paper that you need, you realize that this is frustrating. If you organize your paper in a new and logical way, you will be able to stay more focused, find what you are looking for and keep your paper in great shape.
by TiffanyBascle


Ready to make a change to your scrapbook paper storage area? Do you have paper all over your floor making it hard to find the piece that you need? If you are creating a layout and you can't find the paper that you need, you realize that this is frustrating. If you organize your paper in a new and logical way, you will be able to stay more focused, find what you are looking for and keep your paper in great shape.

Starting out, you might not have a huge collection of paper just yet. In this case, you may be interested in a system that allows for expansion later on. Display Dynamics has a 12x12 paper storage system that interlocks and stacks each clear unit on top of each other. The great thing about this is that you can always buy more of these as you need them. Also, since they are clear, you will be able to see what is inside. This is super helpful with getting inspired by your paper and creating more layouts.

Some of you do a lot of traveling for scrapbooking events. If this is you, check into using the Croppin' Companion. Basically it is a plastic container that will hold enough supplies and embellishments for 2 scrapbook layouts. Now, I know that some of us can get 2 layouts finished pretty quick - in this case, you may want to pick up a couple of these. They will keep your paper from getting bent and torn.

If you're just looking for some ideas for your home, you can check into a wooden unit that many stores sell specifically for this craft. Some come in different colors and sizes. They usually have slots for your paper and embellishments. Getting your scrapbook supplies organized will help you to get more layouts finished because you'll be able to find what you are looking for quickly.

As you choose the storage items that you want in your home, you may want to have matching units. So, when you purchase, check to see if the item can be re-ordered so that if you need another one, you can keep with the same theme. If you have a small collection now, just wait, it will inevitably grow as you continue in your hobby.

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