Declutter and Get Organized 2025; linen, lace and scrap paper storage options

[@RR-ep6uc]

THANK YOU💕💕 I just found your channel and watched the boxes you use in your craft room. I just lost my husband and he had several old small and bigger box and tool boxes that, I was getting ready to donate. Your video has made me realize I can use these boxes to store many other things in them not only tools. You’ve made me very happy and I’m sure is happy know I’m not going to get rid of his antique boxes. Have a wonderful day.

[@CoriDahmen]

I’m so sorry for your loss, and I’m happy to hear that you’ve got a new idea on ways to use your husband’s things. Bless you ❤

[@janetedens]

The black, I love the black and how it makes everything pop and easier to locate. It is nice how the tins are stackable. This is inspiring, thanks.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Janet. I selected it because it really makes those lovely old sewing machine drawers pop out. I love being able to see, and use, those bits of history 😊

[@RaindropLila7]

Hi Cori! I love how you store your lace and paper scraps! So many practical but beautiful ideas! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@RockyRoadCreationsbyDiana]

I love your room and all of your vintage storage pieces. Ive been collecting a lot of vintage pieces to store all of my things in.❤

[@SusansColorfulExpressions]

I love all of your antique storage!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you. They are my happy things ❤

[@theserendipitouscrafter3532]

Wow loving the antique spools😮 your room is literally eye candy !! Every crafters dream.❤

[@CoriDahmen]

There's just something about those old spools that makes my heart happy. I'm glad you like them too!

[@theserendipitouscrafter3532]

@ oh definitely, I love antiques but I’m not able to find anything like that around where I live…

[@blackcoffeeandwildflowers]

I love how you store all your laces. Those old spools are fabulous. Of course, so are those tins. I think one of the wonderful takeaways for me from your space is your use of the color black. It’s sort of the grounding for everything. But it really does make your antiques pop so well. Thank you very much for sharing all your tips, and inspirations! Hugs ❤️🤗

[@CoriDahmen]

I agree, black is a great grounding color for a workspace. It’s not for everyone, but I really wanted the materials and vintage pieces to stand out. Thank you ❤

[@annettedepete4314]

Cori your craft room is so awesome. Everything is so accessible to so you grab it easily for your projects. I love how you store some of your laces on the wall. TFS🌴💕

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you Annette. Can you imagine an entire wall of spools? Pretty sure that would make me swoon 😊

[@TracieFoxCreative]

Cori, I am so jealous of how organised you are. ❤. I want to be like you when I grow up x

[@CoriDahmen]

LOL. You've a few years yet before you need to grow up. Wish I could come over and play with you in your fabulous craft space ❤️

[@SunflowersAndDors]

Love it, I've been frantically taking notes on this one and your earlier one and my paper storage is my next challenge, thank you Cori 🥰🥰🥰

[@CoriDahmen]

I have complete faith in you Mandy. You will make your creative space perfect for you!

[@deborahramirez3445]

Beautifully organized. I need to get my craft supplies out where I can see it. Out of sight, out of mind. Thank you for sharing.....I'm inspired.

[@CoriDahmen]

Mission accomplished. I love that you're inspired to use your things and create!

[@kateinthenest]

Hello Cori! I have just found you at exactly the right time. I am currently trying to organise my nest - and like you, have a combo of paper and textiles. Thank you so so much for giving me so many ideas that will transform my practice. Sincerely, Kate 😊❤❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Kate and best wishes to you as you build a happy and functional creative space ❤

[@judyscholfield820]

Thank you for both of your videos in this collab. Your room in black is striking! You have inspired me to work with a colour theme in mine. I am taking advantage of my tongue and groove pine walls and dark wood plank floors instead of trying to work against them. Again, thank you!

[@CoriDahmen]

I love hearing g that you’re recovery sundering your approach. Embrace the items you have on hand and work with them ❤

[@inggomez-allen7920]

I thoroughly enjoy your craftroom shares. There’s so much to learn. I especially love how you repurpose so many items and turn them into containers that give your room such a uniquely beautiful look.

[@CoriDahmen]

I love finding creative ways to store things, and giving new purpose and life to old treasures just makes my heart happy. Thanks for watching 😊

[@DebH-bl8ku]

I love how you store your lace on wooden spools.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you. Seeing them laying about makes me happy ❤

[@jamakrueger7460]

Loved the scissors in the container on the side of the shelf for lace😊

[@CoriDahmen]

I do appreciate having a pair right there when I need to snip off a piece 😊

[@sherryliberto6749]

You're so organized and your craft room is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing. You're very inspiring. Have a wonderful weekend ❤❤❤Sherry

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Sherry. I know this space isn't for everyone, but it works well for me 😊

[@rebeccalinke8101]

I love your vintage organization system. It is so creative!

[@CoriDahmen]

I'm so glad you like it! I love how well it works for storing the variety of things we "need" for our junk journals 😊

[@karver3440]

You have a wonderful craft room, I love all the old things you have and how you store your lace and papers😊

[@CoriDahmen]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@joannegraves7677]

Thank you for sharing your room with us, Cori! It’s absolutely awe inspiring to see! Knitting needles for dowels is a great idea! 🌸

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and yes, those cuties work perfectly!

[@PennyPudge]

I do store my laces, fibers etc, a lot like you do. I love looking at them.

[@CoriDahmen]

They are, indeed, happy bits of beauty ❤️

[@patcarmody7592]

Hi Cori!!! As always, a wonderful video!!! You are so organized! It's amazing how you have so many catagories just for your lace. Hope school is going well. I have enjoyed your videos so much!!! ❤❤❤

[@CoriDahmen]

I really appreciate your kind words, thank you! 😊

[@peggylenegar5462]

Wow, I was gifted some antique spools. Now I can put them to use. Thank you. Like the wrapoed cards for sharing.❤

[@CoriDahmen]

You are so welcome and I'm happy to hear that it gave you an idea or two 😊

[@danu2you799]

Wow! That is really impressive! Love all those enamel containers and all the lace and trims in view on spools. You have a beautiful relaxing voice. ❤

[@CoriDahmen]

I really appreciate it, thank you!

[@dakielty]

You have an amazing craft room. I fold my lace on cards that I’ve cut to fit into boxes similar to your bin. I love all the things you showed in this video. Very inspiring

[@CoriDahmen]

Why is it that stopring and seeing old lace just makes us happy? It truly is amazing how scraps of vintage thin stuff can make our day 😊

[@dakielty]

@ oh my gosh yes! And old linens have such an amazing feel to them

[@lauravasquez169]

I love scraps ❤❤❤ I also wrap eyelash trim around a small pnched out tag made from paper pad covers. I put a ring binder clip to put assorted colors togeter and then i give them to other crafters. It can hang anywhere .

[@CoriDahmen]

I've a bit of black eyelash trim and it is truly a happy sight and I'm sure others love your willingness to share treasures with them 😊

[@clairevancott8046]

You really need MORE lace. LOL. Amazing organization...thanks for sharing your designs

[@CoriDahmen]

Old lace=kryptonite. It's true! Thank you 😊

[@nanmau6234]

Fantastic Cori ! I do something similar to your knitting needles and lace storage but with small tension rods….yours is so much more creative and attractive, I think I’ll be thrifting knitting needles now 😁

[@CoriDahmen]

If what you've got now works for you, then win! I got a great deal on a slew of knitting needles, which made that project possible 😊

[@secretsquirrelaimee2212]

Cori, I love all your organization!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you. It's been a process, but now it's a system that works well for me. Of course, there is always room for improvement 😊

[@rosemareemclure3227]

Thanks for sharing your craft room with us Cori. I love the vintage theme. You are so lucky over there in the US with the Estate sales etc. we don’t seem to have many here in Australia and antique shops are so expensive. Even craft shows are quite expensive over here. Anyway love your room.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and dang. I've never been to Australia, but how lucky are you to live in such a beautiful place. I would imagine there are some lovely vintage pieces native to AU that could work 😊

[@peggylenegar5462]

I'm already excited by the needles holding old wooden thread spools I just inherited quite a few of spools and knitting needles

[@CoriDahmen]

Excellent! I bet you'll have fun putting them to work 😊

[@junell-craftynana]

Awesome! TFS, your space is so inspiring! 💞💕

[@CoriDahmen]

I'm so glad you feel inspired! Thank you.😊

[@annieweisbeck5922]

I want to come live in your craft room LOL. When I'm out thrifting and see an enamel ware pan I always think of you! Thank you for sharing with us today.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and sure, come on over! Those enamelware pans make me absurdly happy 😊

[@carolyncampbell8126]

Your craft room is amazing!!! I love 💕 it 😊

[@CoriDahmen]

I’m so glad you like it and thank you 😊

[@lindaellis1584]

We are all impressed by your great craft room and the factor that so organized and you know where everything is. I have a challenge because I do both junk journaling and scrapbooking and they overlap so I have a real issue of organization or lack there of.

[@CoriDahmen]

I started with scrapbooking about 30 years ago and I still have a [plethora of scrapbooking materials and items. I love that both have items unique to them as well as their own bits and pieces 😊

[@LaurieFarms]

Love the enamelware! 😍😍😍

[@CoriDahmen]

Me too. Thank you!

[@risamateo8003]

Love your craftroom! Thank you for sharing your storage solutions

[@CoriDahmen]

You’re welcome, thank you for watching! 😊

[@janetbennell9855]

Such a lovely and inspiring room. Thanks for sharing

[@CoriDahmen]

I’m so glad you think so, thank you!

[@dawnklein106]

Still love the baking tins you sent me. They are working perfectly and I’ve added a few pieces. 💙

[@CoriDahmen]

So great to hear that!!! Their age and worn-out-ness just makes them happy things 😊

[@dawnklein106]

@ I love old that these old things get repurposed.

[@jjournaldiva]

You have great ideas. I'm slowly working at my huge stash.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and good for you! I hope you enjoy the process 😊

[@Savannahleecrafts]

Just found your channel while looking for room tour and organization ideas and had to subscribe...great room and great ideas!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and welcome!

[@44hopeful]

Thank you for sharing! I so enjoy and learn so much when you show your room! Wishing you a wonderful day Cori!!!

[@CoriDahmen]

I appreciate the kind words. Thank you and happy organizing to you 😊

[@TrishisCraftingWhimsy]

Hi Cori, love your room and how you organized things!

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello and thank you ❤

[@nancymoore1275]

Thanks for sharing, I just love your craft room ❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you so much, I enjoy creating it 😊

[@fiddliedee01]

A delight to spend time in your craft room as always Cori 😍

[@CoriDahmen]

Come visit and play with me Gaye!

[@deannecaracciolo8045]

That’s for sharing. I LOVE the enamel pieces. Thanks for participating in Cara’s organizing fun.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! It's a fun way to get creative about organizing 😊

[@kayadoll]

Makes me feel very creative. Thank you!!

[@CoriDahmen]

That’s wonderful to hear, thank you!

[@laurelmcgrath5107]

Such a dream room!

[@CoriDahmen]

It does make me happy to be in ❤

[@cherylfaetanini5683]

I love your vintage containers you use ❤ Thank you for sharing Cori ❄️

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! I love the charm of vintage containers too😊

[@carolm4094]

Thanks for sharing your system. Love the lace storage and your antique sewing drawers.

[@CoriDahmen]

You are so welcome and thank you ❤️

[@talitasmit9337]

Beautiful room❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Than k you. It does make me smile to be in here and enjoy the creating process 😊

[@lindaacker4615]

Such a warm and inviting room filled with oldies and goodies well organized! I use enamelware also and I have the same covered one with the red edging, I’ve had it for years! There’s just something cozy about using old things….Thanks for sharing!

[@CoriDahmen]

It is cozy, isn't it? I love how much character old things add to a space and they do inspire me to create as they do their jobs and house creative bits 😊

[@papermunch]

Very pretty

[@delightfuldesignsbydenise9710]

Great systems!!😊

[@leahwebb9622]

Thank you 🎉

[@CoriDahmen]

I’m so glad you found it helpful 😊

[@MusefulCreations]

Awesomely presented!! I'm making progress and when able have watched 4 videos of DGO 25' including yours! Hope to adapt your scraps storage idea!! Genious and this way will certainly use-it-up!! Need to figure out IDEAL storage bin! Will share what I end up doIng! Gotta "FOCUS' :) BTW 💖your nails!! Abrazos!!

[@CoriDahmen]

Merci beaucoup! I love that you're working on your space, taking charge of it and determining what will work best for you. That is always a happy thing!

[@CleaAustin]

What a wonderful creative space

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you 😊

[@gwennwellman4132]

Hi Cori, I just discovered your channel yesterday and I'm so glad I did. Like you I have a huge lace / linen collection and I'm excited to try some of your ideas. Thank you so much!! I'm hoping you can help me with a question...I started watching so many of your videos and now I can't find the one I'm enquiring about. You were showing us all the pages you'd made for a journal but you had not attached them yet. You made a black folded accordion style spine and then showed us how to measure about a 1/4" out and then glue the pages to the spine. My question is do you have a video showing us how to make that black paper folded spine?? I'd love to try that that technique. Thank you so much!! Sorry this is so long!

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello! If you look on the scrapbusters playlist I think the video is there, under attaching the signatures 😊

[@katcapa2367]

Cori Thank You for sharing. I dump my scraps into a tote....Bad for me...never seem to use them I must separate.........your room is Amazing and your creations are also.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and there is no rule that says you must use your scraps! Do what works best for you 😊

[@kathyanstine4472]

Love all the antique items. I use some sewing machine boxes too but only have a couple. What are the long dowels with the lace from? That’s a super idea. Thanks for sharing!

[@CoriDahmen]

They are a version of spool used with thread making, at least that’s what I’ve been told. Thank you 😊

[@micheledore1973]

❤❤

[@barbibarnum]

We all love your enamel ware. I sometimes find the pans but never find the lids. In fact I didn’t know the lids existed! Any ideas on where to source them? I’m guessing you’ll say antique stores. But if we’ve already tried that…

[@CoriDahmen]

Every once in a while I'll find one at an antique store. I've found a few at estate sales and a few more at an antique auction (I've only ever attended the one in Shipshewana, IN. I would LOVE to attend more!). I think the best luck I've had are vendor booths at junk shows.

[@carolthomas9814]

Thank you for sharing your craft room organization tips! What do you use to organize your wooden stamps? Do you build your storage or does someone else build it? I believe you said you did in your last organizing video. I would have no idea how to build shelves. Your room is amazing! ❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you. My wooden stamps live (mostly) in shallow fabric bins on the shelf in my closet. They're sorted by theme (flowers and nature, words, animals, characters and kids, holidays and seasons) so when I want or need something, I just pull out that bin and rifle through it. Most of my stamps are not mounted, and those are in antique metal tins, much the same way everyone stores their sets. I do have an old printers tray that stores some of the smaller stamps, but I purchased that. And building shelves? Mine are VERY basic and I used a Kreg jig and watched YT videos.

[@carolthomas9814]

@ what type paint did you use? Flat, Satin. Semigloss? Thank you for answering for many questions. Again thank you for your paper , lace and linen set up tour!

[@CoriDahmen]

@ you’re very welcome. I chose satin paint for all the furniture.

[@carolbeeding4270]

😍❤️

[@leticiaespinosa3354]

Where do you find the enamel bins? Thank you for sharing.😊

[@CoriDahmen]

I've had good luck at junk shows at varying vendor booths. I've found a few at antique malls, some at estate sales and others at antique auctions. I suppose ebay would also have some, though that might be more spendy.

[@teresaclary6580]

What do you make besides Journals please? Do you also make cards?

[@CoriDahmen]

Journals, ephemera, cards (but rarely the modern style of card. Usually use old stuff on them), scrapbooks, planners and whatever takes my fancy. Lately it's been HP Lego 😊

[@teresaclary6580]

@@CoriDahmen Thank You! I do a ton of mixed-media, & a lot of the same projects that you do. I am also, the Director of a Nonprofit Ministry called Grace Card Ministry.

[@KathleenSundby]

Your craft room is such a beautiful place to be in. The way you have stored everything in antique bins/spools/drawers is absolutely stunning. It must be such a joy to just go and sit in there, let alone create in there. Thank you so much for showing us how you did this. Well done! Kathleen 4theloveofstitch 💕🪡🧵🎉🇨🇦

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you so much Kathleen. I do love this room as it suits me and my creative style. I find joy in spending time in here, even when time is scarce ❤️

[@kathycultice5272]

Your spools are really pretty! I don’t have the space for that type of storage but yours is very well organized. I’m in the collab, too, and I’m really enjoying seeing what others are doing. Thanks for sharing. ~Kathy from Camano Island xo @AtticTreasuresEtc

[@carolstewart8507]

I love this craft room I've seen it before but looks different I always loved the idea of the knitting needles storage unit soo cool keep on keeping on I cannot get in my craft room I realise I've got enough now ime getting there slowly but surely thank gawd xx🤚👅😜🫂💜🌹🙏👏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Carol and I hope you're able to get in there soon and create 😊