Keeping Your Craft Supplies under Control

Last Updated on March 13, 2025

If you love crafting, you know how easy it is for supplies to pile up. Between paper, glue, ribbons, markers, and an assortment of tiny embellishments, your creative space can quickly turn into a cluttered mess. The good news? With a few smart strategies, you can keep your craft supplies organized, accessible, and under control. Here’s how!

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 1. Utilize Vertical Space

Crafting often requires a lot of materials, but that doesn’t mean they have to take up all your workspace. Maximize storage by using vertical space:

• Install shelves or pegboards to store tools and materials within arm’s reach.
• Use hanging organizers for scissors, rulers, or even rolls of ribbon.
• Stackable bins can keep everything tidy while making the most of your available space.

2. Implement Clear Storage Solutions

Ever spent precious time digging through boxes to find that one roll of washi tape? Clear storage bins are your best friend!

• Use transparent bins, jars, or drawers so you can instantly see what’s inside.
• Label everything to make retrieval even easier.
• Stack or nest containers to save space while keeping things tidy.

3. Repurpose Household Items for Storage

You don’t have to spend a fortune on storage solutions—sometimes, the best organizers are already in your home.

• Egg cartons are great for tiny items like buttons and beads.
• Hanging shoe organizers can hold markers, glue sticks, and rolls of vinyl.
• Mason jars work well for brushes, scissors, and other small tools.

4. Create Dedicated Crafting Zones

If you have multiple types of crafting hobbies, consider designating separate zones for different activities. For example:

• A cutting station for vinyl or fabric crafts.
• A painting area with brushes, canvases, and paints.
• A paper crafting station with paper, punches, and adhesives.

By organizing by craft type, you’ll always know where to find exactly what you need.

5. Regularly Declutter and Donate

Craft supplies tend to accumulate over time, so it’s important to declutter every few months.

• Get rid of dried-out paints, duplicate items, or anything you haven’t used in the last year.
• Donate extra supplies to schools, community centers, or local art programs.
• Keep a small bin for ‘scraps’ you can reuse for future projects instead of letting them pile up randomly.

6. Invest in Multi-Functional Furniture

If you’re short on space, furniture that serves multiple purposes can help keep your craft area organized:

• A craft table with built-in drawers or cubbies keeps essentials within reach.
• A foldable desk lets you maximize space when not in use.
• Storage ottomans or rolling carts can serve as mobile crafting stations.

7. Label Everything

If you only do one thing to organize your craft supplies, let it be labeling.

• Use printed labels, washi tape, or chalkboard labels for easy identification.
• Organize by category (e.g., ‘Paper,’ ‘Glue & Adhesives,’ ‘Paint & Brushes’).
• Clearly labeled storage makes cleanup easier and prevents misplaced items.

 Keeping your craft supplies organized doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By using a combination of smart storage solutions, regular decluttering, and multi-purpose organization tools, you can create a craft space that inspires creativity without the chaos.

Do you have a favorite craft organization tip? Share in the comments!