Affordable Magnetic Die Storage Hack

Hey Hey!! Wanna know why Die cuts are a must for card makers and cheap method to storing them????
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[@4551mac]

This is a great idea. Years ago I found someone on You Tube (sorry, can't give credit as I don't recall who it was), and she bought plastic envelopes from Dollar Tree. You cut each one in half, and use package tape on the sides. These envelopes have a 'button' in the middle as the latch, you just cut straight down on either side and you get 2 perfect pockets (each has it's own flap). The bottom of each can be cut: they have colored plastic base. Just cut the base off, and again, package tape closes them off. Then, I purchased vent magnetic sheets at Busy Beaver, cut them to fit inside the clear envelopes, and this is how I store mine. Thank you for this idea... I may incorporate it into my die collection as well ! Happy Crafting...

[@rtd1791]

I do something similar but slightly different. I store my dies on 5x7 inch magnetic sheets from Marietta Magnetics. Then I place the sheet into a page protector. Most dies fit in a 6x9 inch binder. Larger dies go into a binder for 8.5x11 paper. The reason I use Marietta Magnetics sheets is because they are thicker and do not require a backing to stiffen them. They have more magnetic power than the thin vinyl sheets and dies rarely pop off. They have both adhesive and regular sheets. I use the ones with adhesive for stamp/die combos. I put the acetate sheet the stamps come with on the adhesive side. Then the sets go into a page protector. I like how portable my binders are. I can carry them to whatever table I am die cutting on. I use a TV tray if I’m watching something, my dining room table for large jobs, and my craft desk. The size of the smaller binders keeps down the weight too. I used to store dies in a craft box designed for the purpose. Once a shelf storing my die boxes came down and one of the boxes landed on my foot. That was a trip to the ER. Luckily the box hit the floor next to my foot too, otherwise I’m sure my foot would have been broken rather than severely bruised. I’ve dropped binders too. They don’t fall the same as boxes and weigh a heck of a lot less. The binders cannot cause as much injury. I buy magnetic sheets, page protectors, and binders on Amazon. Page protectors are endlessly repairable with packing tape by the way. If holes tear, you can cover them with packing tape and punch a new hole.

[@amyt6254]

This is how I store my dies, too. I purchase Avery Elle stamp storage pouches to keep each magnet and die set inside. That helps them to stay secure. I put the packaging from the die set in the pouch as well in case I want to look up any videos on that particular die set later.

[@laurastout3556]

I'm so glad I'm not alone. The only time I reach for my Cricut is if I need something specific for a one time project. And I really have to think about it too. I have such a good die collection, the Cricut is more or less a dust collector.

[@eh2179]

Hello. Just to let you know, the metal parts are dies (not ‘die cuts’) and the cut out by the metal die is the ‘die cut’ (coz the metal die has cut it)😊

[@jaytee2642]

I was going to comment the same thing...then I scrolled and found yours.👍🏻

[@pinkymoro3]

Go into a store and ask for dies and they will direct you to colour dyes. Ask for die cuts and you will be directed to the right section.

[@jaytee2642]

@@pinkymoro3 That doesn't change the accuracy of what the OP said.

[@marcydobbs1653]

Thanks for the links. Already purchased magnetic sheets.

[@karent3394]

Thanks for sharing the links and the idea. I had tried the magnetic vent covers in the past & those didn't work. Got discouraged as companies came out with $$$ die storage and so it's great to have an affordable and efficient way of now storing my dies! Thanks again!

[@rhondakennedy819]

Exactly, I have a Maker, too. I use dies all the time. I have most of Anna Griffin, 1/4 of Crafter's Companion, a lot of Spellbinders & many others.

[@qutdoll]

We use a jewelry little snippet To remove The extra metal clips On the dies. So they don’t leave. Impressions or hurt us when using them.

[@antm64]

Thanks so much for this really useful information and direct links...much appreciated! I recently expanded my die inventory and I've been trying to decide storage. Your video has answered all my questions. Thanks!

[@geepurpura3606]

Thank you ! The cardboard sheets are perfect!!

[@VeganDoris]

Yes!!! I love how the edges of a die cut look! The die cuts look domed. Much nicer than a Cricut. And yes, the Cricut is not good for intricate cutting. I love my little intricate dies!

[@phrarama7812]

However, for fussy cutting there is nothing better than a brother scan n cut.

[@mamapillow8365]

Great idea, love that you shared your chipboard source. I did not find a good chip board when I was making some of mine, I ended up using some large dollar store signs to adhere my magnet to. I use these large magnet sheets when I'm working on several projects at once, to keep the dies handy until I can put them away. Eventually I'd like to have these large sheets on the inside of a cupboard door next to my craft space for those dies I use most frequently. Thanks for the video.

[@monicapatel8098]

Wow, great idea. Thank you for sharing!

[@wendywilson1736]

This is how I store mine. For the magnet sheets, i use the magnetic floor vent covers.you find in the big box home improvement stores. Near the furnace filters. There are 3* pieces 8 x 15 inches each, inexpensive, no more than $6 or 7 each package(* for 3 large pieces!)and easy to cut with a paper trimmer, or utility.knife and ruler. I make my pages 8x10, and slip each in an 8 1/2 x 11 inch clear page holder with a lock top, and kept in a regular binder. It's pretty heavy, but, I can tell by looking at each page, if some dies weren't put away yet. I keep a dish on the table with magnets in it to set the dies in on a die cutting session. That way, hopefully they won't be swept away with scrap paper. Then I'll put them all away at once.

[@cindyrogers9099]

I put my dies on a 5X7 magnetic sheet and put them in a plastic photo box to store them it. Thanks for sharing.

[@debbiethomas5518]

I used chipboard too, but found pre-cut mar board (5x7) that works beautifully without having to cut chipboard

[@karenkunesch]

I’m with you on the use of dies vs Cricut. I reach for metal dies way more and use Cricut mainly for large pieces and leave the intricate pieces for metal dies.

[@renshaw5darlene1519]

Great helpful storage ideas. Thank you

[@mycreativedesignsspace6739]

I purchased my magnet sheets from Amazon one side is stick and I applied it to the out side of my hobby box… (book shelf with a door) love them this way!

[@pbfairley]

Please link as most that i buy are to weak to hold my dies upright

[@sheilar1051]

been using this method for years with pouches but I also use the front and back of the chip board with magnetic to store more and them label them :)

[@SimplyMyle]

Oh, great idea to maximize storage! 👍 Thanks for sharing!

[@geepurpura3606]

I received the cardboard and it’s perfect weight ! Thanks for sharing you ideas .

[@lorrainewatkins7207]

For the dies I use frequently, I took an old laptop glued those same magnetic sheets to the the inside top and bottom! Open and close, lies flat when not in use and surface can also hold your lunch!😇😁🤗🤗🤗 wipes clean!

[@jenniferapostol767]

Great idea! I store mine in flat cardboard boxes. I attached magnetic sheets on both the top and the bottom. This way, my dies are all sorted, organized and protected, as well. 😊

[@sharonpimento3257]

Been looking for an affordable solution 😊

[@jade7249]

With that sentiment you were showing what you have is embossed all dies ha e that options

[@CraftyMomma05]

Thank you for sharing this. I have tried a few different options to store my dies, with frustrating results. This would be the easiest by far.

[@lindadubey2041]

I also agree about the cricket...I use my sissix and dues more....better edges and I can cut the items out faster than the cricket

[@tami1796]

Thank you for sharing your videos

[@barbarianatgate2000]

Nice idea. And I agree that dies will produce a cleaner, faster cut. The tradeoff is that you can only use dies that you acquire. There's no ability to customize or scale them. Love the storage idea, but people should strongly weigh their intentions for use before investing in a collection.

[@MsTcup]

I totally agree about the cricket. The time and material you waste trying to get a decent cut is awful.

[@ruthmaier755]

Those are dies not die cuts. Die cuts are the end product!

[@juanitalopez1529]

Thanks for sharing.

[@samanthabaetens4971]

I've bought some A4 chip board you can also use heavy card like 500 gsm. good tutorial

[@josiescraft7333]

New Subscriber. Thank you for sharing.

[@tabandken8562]

It looks exactly like mine ATM. I'm even using the same basket. Though, they are in 5x7 page protectors. They will be in books when I finish making the books. I did 6 books so far and I included a picture with those in each page so I can see what's missing.

[@ZombieQueen819]

New subscriber 🌺🌺🌺 and thank you perfect video thank you 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@craftyroosmichelesommer5348]

New subbie! What a great a idea. TSMFS 🥰 ❤xx

[@KhushiCraftZone]

Very nice ☝️

[@karenboyd6293]

Unless I am going to cut a lot of die cuts it is much faster to use a manual die cutter. AND as you mentioned fine cuts are do much better.

[@barbeckes6708]

What do you use for putting your dies on? What's the magnetic piece you have on the chipboard? You mentioned the magnetic die hack but bever said what it is.

[@SimplyMyle]

Hi I have the magnetic sheet and chipboard linked in my description. The magnetic sheet has an adhesive backside so you can adhere it to the chipboard. Once adhered, you can cut it to size. The die will attach to the magnetic sheet much like a fridge magnet. It's a lot cheaper and size is customizable to your need for die storage.

[@anitawoodsscrapbookingchan4218]

Nice

[@phrarama7812]

I started to use your system and love it. My problem is sentiment dies. I cannot read them because they are backwards. Sure I can place them on the magnetic sheet but still can't read them. I then have to cut a piece out and of course its the wrong one. Suggestions???

[@SimplyMyle]

You can either flip the die over and it'll still stick from the magnet or you can write the sentiment on chipboard.

[@louisebrislane6607]

I might have to go this way as well, I spent a lot of dollars buying the Tim Holz die folder but the plastic storage pockets just fall apart, so badly made & a couple were not stuck when I bought the folder. The whole thing is much too heavy & so the pockets fall out of the spine metal holders, so the whole thing is a complete failure.

[@andreah993]

I hope you've sent them back....reason 1) they fell apart and 2) not fit for purpose. X X

[@CraftCreations4fun]

New subbie here. I look forward to watching ur vids n getting to know you . Big xoxoxox's

[@janetg.]

Hi! Great video! Do you place in a plastic envelope? The reason I ask is because I would be concerned that they would get dusty in my house. LOL

[@SimplyMyle]

Ty!! No, I leave them as is since the plastic envelope can become costly. I haven't seen dust as a issue yet but maybe consider using a bin with a lid?

[@jenniferjones3408]

I have stored my dies like this, however I do put them in plastic envelopes to keep them safe and secure. They are labeled in the top right corner and alphabetized and filed in a clear plastic bin for easy access. I have two sizes. 8 x 10 ones for my Anna Griffin large dies and 6 x 8 for the others.

[@dvmc99]

what do you do if you have lots of large dies 6 or 7 " dies? They wouldn't fit on that size sheet at all.

[@SimplyMyle]

You can customize the size of the chipboard and magnetic sheet to your needs. I have mind sized that way since most of my Dies are small. So maybe create a 6 by 7 sheets or 8x10 so you won't have a lot of trimming to do? Hope that helps.

[@terryholland2526]

What magnet did you purchase to put your dies on? I watched video and maybe I missed something if you mentioned the name of the magnet you had on the video.

[@SimplyMyle]

Hi I have the specific one I used linked in the description but you can search for "adhesive magnetic sheet" on Amazon and there should be plenty of choices as well.

[@Music4me-sz6tm]

I think I want my dies all store with like dies,not whatever will fit on the rest of the magnet. Like all hearts or tree together

[@Fireyvedel]

Would you recommend putting a magnetic sheet on both sides Or not😊?

[@SimplyMyle]

Based on my experience, I would say no since you'll have die rubbing off on each other and falling off the sheet when you're flipping through your stash. I would recommend maybe pasting a picture of the die project to the backside instead, so you'll have a point of reference for future usage.

[@Fireyvedel]

@@SimplyMyle thank you 😊!

[@sandymcclay9739]

How do you name the different dies storage name wise? Also, where do you store the sheets?

[@SimplyMyle]

Hi store them in bins much like files in a file cabinet. You can label the edge or color code the edge if you sort yours seasonal

[@noemimilanesio7658]

What glue you have on the red container?

[@SimplyMyle]

Hmx.. don't remember having any glue in a red container, when did you see it?

[@mrsrolinnething5898]

Did I miss the links? Need a link for the cutter you used as well as the chipboard and magnets please.

[@inkyfeet12]

Hi - under the video description -- click on SEE MORE -- there are two links for the magnet sheets and chipboard.

[@SimplyMyle]

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[@karlabaker2520]

Where do you get the magnet sheets?

[@SimplyMyle]

Hi, it's from amazon. You can search for adhesive magnetic sheets or click on the link in my video description.

[@jeangemmel7895]

Do you glue your magnetic sheets onto your board? Liked shared and subscribed xx Jean from Scotland.

[@SimplyMyle]

Ty!! 🥰 The magnetic sheets has a sticky back much like a sticker. I have it linked in my description if you wanted the same one I used in the video.

[@jeangemmel7895]

@@SimplyMyle Thank you for this. I usually try to stick the made up die image (if there is one) on the back. Good idea though for these sheets, will check them out, thank you x Jean from Scotland.

[@sherrienelson1956]

Where is your information? Size? Where purchased? What is it"

[@SimplyMyle]

Hi please see the description. I have the product information linked there.

[@ScrapDiva29]

Wow! TFS 💜💜💜

[@sandywilkie3924]

Where do you buy the magnetic boards?

[@SimplyMyle]

I got them from amazon. I have it linked in the video description.