According to the Craft & Hobby Association, the past year that the craft and hobby industry raked in $29 billion. And 56% of households are crafting at least once per year — and that is only in the U.S. Thus, it’s likely that you’re either a crafter, or you’ve indulged in crafting at a time or another. That likely explains the growing tendency of having a craft/hobby space at home.
Any crafter can tell you that keeping a workspace organized is essential for success. Scrapbooking, crocheting, jewelry and DIY décor are one of the most common hobbies. That adds up to plenty of equipment that need to be organized. But, every discerning crafter understands that appearance matters. Thus, to help keep your area in tip-top shape, below are some storage and organization solutions that are both pretty and functional.
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Do not overlook opportunities for DIY wall units. This choice can be quite budget-friendly and will allow you to make a system that’s specific to your needs. As shown here, hook racks were incorporated into the design of the display unit. This is a wonderful method to hang scissors, ribbon and tape.
In craft spaces, a peg board is among the most flexible tools for organization. This is a great surface for hanging small buckets, bins and hooks. You can also paint your peg board to add a dose of innovative colour to the space.
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If your craft room involves a wrap station, then dowels should be your best friend. You can purchase them at the local hardware store and have them cut to fit within shelving units. Dowels will keep your wrapping paper and ribbon neat, orderly and within arm’s reach when you’re ready to wrap the ideal gift.
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A small shelving unit with cubbies will offer several places for storage without consuming too much space. See-through plastic bins are also a excellent way to keep your equipment organized, and you’re going to be able to quickly identify your inventory.
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Custom storage units with pull-out shelves will offer simple access to your supplies. Instead of using white, go for an enjoyable punch colour like tangerine tango, which can be Pantone’s 2012 Shade of the Year.
Natural-woven baskets remain a tried and true alternative for storage, as seen in this area. Baskets are very textural and will supply an organic feeling to your room. Another great notion shown here is that the usage of hangers to organize cloth samples.
I adore the notion of using simple, inexpensive clipboards to display and organize photos, cloth and paper items. Here, ordinary clip boards were covered with decorative paper which adds colour and pattern to the space.
When designing a custom work station, be sure to include lots of desk space as well as shelving. A corner work station will maximize space in smaller rooms. Additionally, a cork wall surface works great as an inspiration board.
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Use stencils to label drawers and pull-out units. This really is a fun way to customize your distance and incorporate typography in your overall layout.
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For a casual sense in your craft space, organize supplies in simple wooden or wire crates. This no-fuss approach will keep the items so without all of the frou frou.
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