Creative Ways to Hide Cables & Cords + DIY Tips and Tricks

[@ItsMeGrammi]

I've been waiting for this one.. btw: I used to live in SoCal... I suggest contacting any of the chamber of commerce. They have a lot of those types of book even if not encyclopedias. Better yet they have contact with lots of lawyers, accountants etc who have to change reference books at this time of year. You might be able to make connections for the books as well as perhaps your channel and helping others.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

OMGosh! That is a GREAT idea!!!!! Thank you!

[@judyg8557]

Thanks for the demo of the Ryobi brad nailer. I've had mine since last summer, and haven't used it. I was kind of afraid there would be a big kickback. You've given me the motivation to get it out and actually use it! Thanks for that AND the great project idea!!!❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Glad I could help! I was worried it would be hard to load... it's not. LOL Hope you enjoy yours as much as I do!

[@dianekraemer5989]

I've enjoyed your channel for several years. It's so good to see you healthly and happy again!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much! It feels pretty good too 😉

[@oricle81]

So cute! Is it sturdy with just the two pieces like that? Could you screw a couple of angled shelving rack brackets in the corners to hold them steady? It would make them pretty when pulled out and probably make them sturdy. Great ideas! I love the one where all the cords are behind the TV and showed hubby- he was impressed! We might have to try it for ours! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

It's strong enough to hold its own weight and the power strip - but, yes! You could add brackets for more strength and to look pretty!!

[@marlyceandersen8864]

You are such a joy to listen to! thank you for all of your tips and tricks!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are so sweet! Thanks for watching!

[@lynne-marieheidebrink1847]

The copper Brad looks perfect. Thank you for the great options for hiding cables, Norrine. I’m looking forward to seeing your laser projects next week ❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you!!!! See you in a few days. :)

[@debbiesykes5491]

Wonderful power cords tip Thanks bunches

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are so welcome!

[@jenxu2]

Love the copper brad. That power strip hide turned out amazing. 🤩

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you! Looks SO much better now!

[@graminbossier]

Thank you do much for this video. So many great ideas. Cords absolutely drive me crazy.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Me too!!! Thanks for watching!

[@deaneclark6469]

I like the copper piece, too!❤ Your wood box is very nice!❤ Your plant stakes are so cute!❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@deaneclark6469]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer You're very welcome!❤️

[@ItsMeGrammi]

I absolutely adore the ease and safety of the brad nailer! I've been struggling with the weight and use of drills and other power tools. I think that might be the answer to my back. ty again

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I swear by Ryobi!!! They are lighter in weight and size (better for smaller hands!)

[@sunflower6153]

That is so great looking! I've got a bunch of cords that show beside our TV stand. I'll have to look for something I can use to hide those power strips. 😊❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Let me know what you come up with!

[@Jacqueline-ff2rt]

Brilliant! I can't bear cord mess. I've finally learned that having anything in lidded boxes (which was the solution I came up with that failed) does not work for me, but I like to have things out of sight. This is perfect for me, thank you! You've sold me on the brad gun, Norrine. I'd really love a tutorial on cutting wood for us absolute beginners who don't have the slightest bit of experience of woodworking. I've smelled wood, that's the full extent of my knowledge in full-size woodwork (miniature woodworking does not count). I'd really like to know the quickest, easiest, safest tools and techniques.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'd absolutely LOVE to do some tutorials on power tools!!! As soon as I get a little more space, I'll make those happen!!! :)

[@lindaknipple9126]

I love the copper brad. This turned out amazing!!!!! Can't wait to see the video next week!!!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I can't wait to share it!!!!!!

[@sallybischof4828]

Another great idea!!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks for checking in! xoxox

[@satnitelivegirl63]

Love your videos. I used to live up by Westlake Village and Thousand Oaks. I'm a Valley Girl...like OMG! Ty for the videos.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

We just drove by you last night!!!! Did you see me waving? 😘

[@johnibrazzell764]

Hello and thank you from Kansas😊 be safe

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hello!!!! Thanks for checking in. :)

[@nikiTricoteuse]

Yay. I live in an old house here in Aotearoa/ New Zealand and there are NEVER enough wall plugs so, power boxes and extention cords are the bane of my existence and l'm always looking for ways to make them less visible and/or less ugly. So nice to see ideas l like and would actually use. Instant subscriber. Thanks. 😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm so glad I could help! And thanks for joining my crafty family. :)

[@catH727]

Thanks our bedroom tvbox and strip are a messy dust collector between two dressers. Thanks for the idea

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Glad I could help!

[@christinecarl8765]

I love your videos! I can't wait to see what you do with the laser machine.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm so excited to post that video!!!!

[@shelly1224]

Love the copper. So easy and so much better looking.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you, Shelly!!!! I love the copper look! It may have to sneak in more things. LOL

[@veronicamuscarella9524]

Hello! I will definitely be trying this idea.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Please do!

[@jennifers8843]

I totally must have one of those brad nailers!! Hopefully it isn’t super costly! Beautiful work as always- thanks for sharing!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I think everything is expensive!!! 😆 We got it during Black Friday, so it was $40 off the normal price. If you don't have any of the tools, it will be a bit more, because you will need to buy the battery and charger. But it's usually around $100. Ryobi runs specials often with 'starter' kits! You get a drill, charger, battery, a case, and sometimes some bits for about $100 - that is a GREAT deal.

[@cheryljohnson206]

Lots of great ideas! Thank you ❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you!

[@corireeves32]

Thanks Norrine! I made one to hide my sister's cable router. I printed out a free book spine template I found and glued it to cereal box cardboard and then made some sides with heavier cardboard to hold it up. No one can tell. You could take a picture of some books and use a color printer to print it too.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

What a FANTASTIC idea!!!!! Thank you so much!!!!

[@corireeves32]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer Sure! It was a lot easier than tearing up books. I had used pictures of cookbooks since it was the kitchen. :)

[@cindyloomis9096]

You not only organize but you decorate too!!! Brilliant 😜

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Yes! Thank you!

[@caroleeh7269]

Thanks. Love your videos!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks for watching!

[@m53goldsmith]

Hello, Norrine, from Derbyshire, UK. Thinking about getting one of those automatic nailers. Recently got treated to a small power drill with screwdriver head bits for Christmas and I *love* it. No more twisting my wrist -- power tools rule! ;-)

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

They really do!!! The more you use them, the more you want them! Wait... is that just me? LOL

[@tmv820]

As usual, very clever ideas! Thank you Norrine! 💜

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you for checking in! 😊

[@JoDee7986]

Hi, Norrine! Love this video. I found a box with a hinged lid and a hole drilled in it for my bedroom and all our chargers at a thrift store. It was already painted a color that worked in my room. It was a lucky day! Now I have to replace my surge protector because it doesn’t have enough room anymore. We just have to keep updating our solutions. Can’t wait for the Wednesday video! 😊🌺💕

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Great find on that box!!! And, so true with things needing updating! My old kitchen had one plug. ONE! But, the the 1940's when it was built, who needed plugs in the kitchen?? Now, newer kitchens have plugs every few feet!! I wonder what things will look like in 40 years... Thanks for checking in!

[@patmrozek6076]

Great ideas, I will definitely be using a lot of them, thank you for sharing. BTW, a suggestion with regard to the top and bottom notes on the wood, maybe a better option would be to use a piece of masking tape and write the notes on that, much easier to remove 😉

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Right??? That was a total 'lack of good judgement' moment on my part. LOL

[@ruthfinley3720]

Thank you for sharing this with us! ❤I love this idea!❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I am so glad!!! Thanks for checking in.

[@bethcoussou]

I have a spot where I ned to hide some cords. Fabulous ideas, Norrine! Thank you!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Yay! Glad I could help :)

[@xchrysantha]

I just love your videos. Not only are they crafty and beautiful, but also they're so practical. Watching your videos is like a detox from the trendy "hacks" we get inundated with lol.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Aww! Thank you so much! I really appreciate that.

[@kathleenwestfall5140]

Another great idea & love how you present things to make them simple for everyone. I also love getting practical gifts aka power tools. A dear friend gave me a cordless chainsaw with 6" blade for Christmas. I was so excited, my friend's wife looked at me like i had lost my mind😂. Hugs & blessings from Texas 💖🦋🤗

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That's totally me!!!! LOL I'll take a new tool over flowers or trinkets any day of the week!

[@vayes7958]

Hello lady.... You're so handy.... Thank you for all your ideas and how good you explain things💖

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you 💐 Have a great weekend!!

[@gailrhodes2859]

Love this diy

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you, Gail! And thanks for checking in 💐

[@mikishealy2849]

Very nice!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you!

[@destrygraves]

Great suggestions! Thanks for the ideas. I was just wondering how safe power strips in a box are when you gave the reassurance from your husband , the electrician. Perfect timing. Old cook books and dictionaries are always abundant in the thrift stores in my area. I’m considering using the fronts of several and covering them with wallpaper to disguise the labels.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Those would look so pretty in wallpaper!!!! Please do them and share pictures!!

[@OnlyLT]

So many great ideas! I used the wire basket & cup holders at my job - and once IT saw it & approved of the clean, efficient method, they recommended it to others at my place of employment. They liked how it still allowed easy accessibility. This is so helpful, Norrine-- as usual 🙂🥰❤️

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Look at you! I love that IT used your idea!!! Thanks for checking in. :)

[@sherylbone5744]

Hi! Great job! Tfs

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you for checking in! 😊

[@ShoryoTombo]

I think you are psychic. I was just searching for away to hide my cable cords, search in KZbin and here you are 10 hours ago releasing this video. LOL Perfect timing and great ideas!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Yay!!!! That was my plan all along 😉😂

[@deannajohnson2629]

Love your Videos! I found you about 6 months ago and you have wonderful, cost effective ideas! ❤❤❤Thank you!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much! I'm happy you are here with me.

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Oh thank you for the great ideas and instructions.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are so welcome!

[@hazelpoole1954]

Hi, it's great to see you again and looking so well. Your craft space look amazing!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hi Hazel!!! Good to see you again!!! Thank you 💐

[@sugarhillcrafter1044]

Great video! My husband has a laser engraver and loves it! He makes so many cute things!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

What brand does he have? I am trying to learn about all the different machines out there!

[@fionnualawilliams9136]

Love everything you make!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much - and thanks for checking in!!

[@cindicroft1423]

Hey sweet lady, as always some awesome ideas, can't wait to see the laser videos. Keep it up doing great !!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much, Cindi! And thanks for checking in. 💐

[@olderendirt]

We have a bunch of Ryobi tools, but I think we need a brad nailer. That would come in handy. I like that there's no kickback, too. That's a nice power strip holder. I have several and they just sit out so that would be a nice project, too. Can't wait to see your other projects. Thanks!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I think Ryobi tools are the best! They are easy to use and fit smaller hands.

[@BSWVI]

Thanks for this idea! *Waves hello from Canada Pacific Coast*

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you for checking in! Have a great weekend!

[@gerilynne1955]

I have a power tower from Amazon. For me, it's nicer for room on my table.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

They have some of the best gadgets. I got one unit for my nightstand that charges my phone and watch. I love it!

[@Wendy-WackyWomanCreations]

I love getting power tools as a gift.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Oh my gosh - me too!!!! :)

[@virginiamahon2863]

Thank you for sharing

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks for watching!

[@evahagemeyer9142]

The box you showed with the holes reminds me of something I've seen holding and dispensing ribbon. I'm not imagining those boxes, am I? I like your ideas for holding cords

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are not imagining - you are absolutely right! 😃

[@jackiepena1541]

This is brilliant !!! What a great idea to hide those pesky power cords. Can definitely use one of these when I finish redecorating my craft room. 🩵🩵🩵

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for checking in.

[@cathierayes4226]

Two things I've learned from you: to stop feeling guilty for rescuing furniture from the side of the road, and to use contact paper more effectively when I cover things. Thanks!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

My job is done. 😘😂💜

[@cathierayes4226]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer Nope! Sorry, I need more organization and crafty stuff. Job not done. 😂😍🥰

[@izzpop781]

@cathierayes4226 😂😂 I'm with you on that. I'm lucky cos I still have so many older videos to binge watch when I get the time....I love it!! 😊

[@emmkaa2099]

STOP with the plant stakes!! Too kewt!! Love you, Mini! Hugs!! 🤗❤🌵❤️🤗

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Right? I can't stop making them now! LOL

[@Tabatha29]

8:18 - watching with my husband and he said she should put a googly eye on it. I thought that was funny and wanted to share. Love your projects.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That is too funny!!!! I had them on my Roomba!!!!

[@dianeboileau2026]

Hi Norrine! I love the idea of having a power bar in a box with a lid! That is going on my list of "must do"! Thank you for that idea! I love what you did to hide your cables on your shelf and glass door handles always remind me of my childhood home! Glad you are having fun with your laser machine! You and Sherry from Posh Paper Lady should do a collaberation as she is loving hers too! That could be so fun! 😍

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I just love her. She is one of the kindest people. We've not worked together in a few years - maybe it's time ;)

[@CindyRauenzahn]

Hi🥰 Thanks for all of your wonderful ideas!! I’m a fairly new follower, but now I never miss your videos, and I have been watching your older ones. ❤️😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm so happy to have you here with me!!! If you want a good laugh, look back at my very first video! Oh.... it's embarrasing.

[@bethbenson1931]

Great ideas. 😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you! 😊

[@judipalumbo]

Norrine, does the brad nailer you are using... shoot what looks like staples?

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

No... it shoots one single nail at a time - it's headless, so you can't see it!

[@judipalumbo]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer Hmm, I was looking online for one and they all show that what looks similar to staples. It says brad gun but not shooting nails.

[@maryellenyork2819]

Having shelves on every wall means outlets are hidden. I either cut a hole in furniture for cords or use a flat plug on an extension cord that goes under or around the furniture. Thanks for these ideas.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

So smart! I did that in my bottom shelf 🥰

[@TheCreativeChica]

Hi Norrine 👋🏼As always great ideas! You're plant steaks are so cute!❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hello, my friend!!!!! Hope you are doing well. When are you coming this way again???

[@TheCreativeChica]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer I am it's for a Graduation and unfortunately it'll be a short trip.

[@judipalumbo]

Can you use a plastic container? There are so many at Dollar Tree with lids. I thought I would drill holes in the back side for all the cords to go out the back and I guess some small ones on the sides for breathing. Just wasn't sure plastic was acceptable. Thanks for the great video!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Yes - I've seen the Handman Magazine suggest a plastic food storage for holding plugs outside during the holidays - so, I think it would be ok!

[@sherriejenkins6737]

Could you please share the info on the Ryobi? My husband got me two for Christmas but one is so big I can’t use it, the smaller requires two hands. What he got me are the finish nailers, not the pin nailer. The one you have seems more size appropriate and easier to use for someone with arthritis and carpal tunnel’s. Also seems better for my craft room rather than my wood shop 😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I LOVE Ryobi - all of their power tools are lightweight and perfect for smaller hands - but I find them to be JUST as powerful as their larger/heavier competitors! The one I have is in my Amazon store: www.amazon.com/shop/callclutterfairy

[@user-mv9tt4st9k]

Did you know that just last night I was leashing power cords out of the way on my vintage banker's desk? 😂😂 Good to know about the power strip in a box. (my husband is an electrician, too😊)

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Perfect timing then!!! 🥰

[@raeaaron1843]

Old Reader’s Digest condensed books are a great source for hardcovers you can repurpose. You don’t have to feel bad about ruining a good book. You might be able to find them for a cheap deal in a thrift store or garage sale.

[@Beruthiel45]

That's a good idea. My older son and daughter in law paid a crafting person to fold the pages of two of those books so that when they're standing up vertically with the pages facing out, one says Mom and the other says Dad. They're usually quite nicely bound too so they look attractive on a shelf. 👍😊

[@johnibrazzell764]

Please share a picture of the Mom and Dad readers digest shelf books😊

[@Beruthiel45]

@@johnibrazzell764 can't do that on this platform, sorry. 🤷🥴

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Oh, I love those books!!!! Thrift stores here are charging almost $3 each for hardback books!!!! I need 10. So...... hoping garage sales season starts soon!

[@ruthfinley3720]

@@TheCraftyOrganizerwhat about books from the dollar tree? You can get hardback books there. Sometimes you find some books that they sell that don’t even sound good. Lol😂 or go to a library. Sometimes they sell or give old books that they are getting rid of or are falling apart.

[@kakylong2]

Norrine, Where did upu get your brad nailer? 😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

My Dad and step mom got it for me off of Amazon!

[@Mhs7039]

I am in Fountain Valley, California, have you tried your library’s. We have a Friends of the library and every few months the have really good sales. Check them out. You are giving me great ideas for my small craft area. Thank you so much 😊

[@mariayoung4484]

Oh how I wish you lived near me. I have HUNDREDS of old reader’s digest condensed books

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Drat!!!!! Where's my future traveling RV when I need it???? LOL Thanks anyway. 💜

[@suzetteorcholski323]

Hello I labeled all cords

[@lchapman9324]

I do too because I would always unplug the wrong thing (iron or glue gun when I would really need it)

[@flxmkr]

You don’t need books. You just need to find book covers and copy them and print them out (so you will always have the original). Then wrap them around edges of Mac and cheese boxes (each box should give you two book spines). If Mac and cheese boxes don’t work, measure them and look for food sources such as cereal that fit. Perhaps you can add the part of a paper towel tube to the edge of the box to give it the rounded edge of the spine.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Great suggestion!

[@connieguenter5253]

I have a pet peeve with cords being visible and have seen no one offering solutions. Thank you!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are welcome!

[@number1nanaof2]

Love your wood power strip holder and I too love the copper brad. And I still love all your blue. Does IKEA still carry them?

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

No. They discontinued the color. The line is called Tjena - You can still get them in white... But you can also dupe them!!! I made a video on how you can do it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fobGaY2crpWrZs0

[@toomanymarys7355]

You can use book boxes instead of real books.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

😮 How did I not think of that!!!! Thanks for the amazing suggestion!!!

[@deyonnratliff4329]

I had an old lift top bread box custom painted that has my power strip in it. Drilled a hole in the back for the power cord... Hides all of my electronics 💜

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Perfect!!!! 👏🏅

[@Ninjamom4]

❤️❤️❤️

[@lalagamma4452]

Check your local library the ones here have low cost or free outdated books. Today's Quote: "Throw KINDNESS around like Confetti." Remember books in the places like thrift stores, Goodwill or library, if they don't get sold they go to landfills. So are you giving these books New Life and the pages you cut off are great to use to decoupage with. Huge HUGS! Namesta 🐞🐞🐞

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I tried ours. No luck. We keep missing the open times of local community college to see if they have out dated text books. Who knew this would be so tough! LOL And I just love your daily quotes. oxxoxo

[@angelajarzynka2593]

Is it okay to put them in a plastic storage box ir is this a fire hazard?

[@CindyRauenzahn]

Hi😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hello!!!!! 🐝

[@jo-annmaruszak9885]

Hello ❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hi, Jo-Ann!!! So nice to see you 💐

[@creativealchemy5452]

Tip: If you want to write a label on something impermanently 1) use a pencil 2) use a piece of masking tape to write on.

[@mist4926]

always wear safty glasses with nailer. they can ricashay off a knot and go right for your eye

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you for the reminder!!! I actually have them in my tool bag!!!!

[@debbiemontford3045]

Hello

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hi, Debbie!!!! Thanks for checking in. :)

[@nburke1063]

👍

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

💜

[@patternharlot]

👋

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you!

[@sheilacarter4741]

When did you get married? How wonderful!!!!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Last November 💕

[@Beruthiel45]

​@@TheCraftyOrganizer Congratulations! 🎉🤗💖

[@neecegibbons6996]

Married, that's awesome! Congratulations!💒

[@andreacomiskey2249]

I just sent an email from you website regarding books

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@ItsMeGrammi]

Did I just hear you say you are moving away from the blue? No.. tragedies.. ! I am joking...

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Can't leave the blue.... but am loving the wood look more and more!

[@spacecaptain9188]

Yikes! Those "inexpensive" wire covers are about $6 per foot! Even metal electrical conduit is cheaper than that!

[@karinaalatorre5038]

🏗🏗🏗

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

💐💐💐

[@dianedavis7100]

Husband? We need more info, Noreen.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

LOL I'm doing a Q & A soon, and will be talking all about him!!! Stay tuned!

[@LMC-jk2yp]

What shelving units did you install, which can support quite a bit of weight per shelf?

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Mine are the super inexpensive shelves off Amazon! But every few months, I flip the shelves to keep them from bowing. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWWxf2mGn7qAfbs

[@stamper1330]

❤❤sub-codagory? ???😅

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Did the auto-generated sub titles do a funny??? LOL

[@judidavieswebb]

Hello

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hi, Judi!!! Thanks for checking in 💜

[@ruthiebee6139]

Great ideas!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you! 😊

[@christinehampton7669]

Hello

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hi! Thanks for stopping by and saying hello. :)