Craft Room Tour & Papercraft Storage Tips 2022!

[@TheAjjupiter]

Love your space. Glad to see I'm not the only one with a cat pole in her craft room. Plus I have a drawer unit in front of the window just for the cat to sit on. There's a dog bed in the corner of my room. Maybe it's the pets' room and I just rent space. LOL

[@lostinpaper]

Definitely sounds like the pet's room with a space for you lol.

[@Norma45]

Good morning Therese. I recall your previous tour and your mum helped out that time lol. Your room is great, large, bright and very inviting. I hope you continue to relax, inspire, create and teach for many many years to come. Keep safe and thank you or being you 😊 🌸 🌺

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so much Norma, you are truly a wonderful support and encouragement to me x

[@TheInkinGardenSpot]

What a great space and so well organized. I need to purge and organize, i know it would make my crafty life so much better. Thank you for sharing. You have a great space, love the windows and the space for your kitties. Sending crafty hugs🤗💕

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so very much! And yes, the purge definitely helped, my head was starting to feel full lol.

[@sharonthomas3391]

Thank you for this informative tour and now I am off to shop at IKEA😀

[@lostinpaper]

So glad you were inspired, there are many different ways to store our stash and it's great to find ones that work for you. Hope you have fun at Ikea Sharon!

[@introvert22]

Your craft space is organized and fabulous.

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you Mary, I feel very lucky!

[@kimdymund5079]

It’s a great workable space. It’s so good to hear Aussie shops mentioned. Do you mind if I ask, where did you get those trays that your ink pads are in? They fit the deep drawers so well

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Kim, most of the trays I have are from the Reject Shop (or other local cheapie shops). The shallow wider ones I think came from Kmart or Big W. But I have had them for years but there is always something similar available and they were literally about $2 each. Hope this helps. Thanks so much for your lovely visit and comment, Crafty hugs Tx

[@theresagerlach6217]

Your adhesive drawer(s) look just like mine!!! Enjoyed your tour. Thanks for sharing.

[@lostinpaper]

Yes, you can never have too much adhesive.... lol.

[@CraftyKiwiMama]

Thanks for sharing this Therese. I'm in New Zealand, so some of your tips work great for me. I use the coloured kids craft foam too for the same reasons, white and black are hard to source here as well! What a lovely space you have to create in and great tips on keeping machines accessible xoxo

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so very much, I spend a LOT of time in my crafty space and love tweaking it as my interests change along the way lol.

[@scrapcathy868]

So is it this tidy all the time? What a lovely happy space.

[@lostinpaper]

hahaha can't say that it is, I had just 'destashed' so that helped... but I do find that if it is too messy or cluttered then I struggle with creativity (does that make sense)?

[@scrapcathy868]

@@lostinpaper I'm the same. When it's a mess I avoid it then loose a day cleaning before I can craft.

[@pamelastoddard1]

Thank you for sharing!

[@lostinpaper]

No worries! I'm so glad you liked it ☺

[@jeannebeam3042]

I loved seeing your craft room. I’m always looking for new ways to store products. I did purchase two Ikea drawers several years ago but mine will not pull out far enough. Things are always getting lost. That is the only thing that I dislike about them…Thanks so much for sharing your space❤️

[@lostinpaper]

That's my complaint about them too, that's why I use the trays so I can pull them forward when I need to but I'm still able to use the whole drawer. I have also started thinking about changing the drawer runners to the 'overextended' ones, I'm sure someone has a hack for that somewhere here on YT. Hugs to you Jeanne!

[@jeannebeam3042]

@@lostinpaper if you figure it out. Let me know…🤗

[@lostinpaper]

@@jeannebeam3042 I certainly will my friend x

[@barcelonachair6487]

This seems like a wonderful place to create and work in. Everything is so accessible to you, I like that! I also appreciate that you keep your space tidy, minimal and the fact the stamp out your catalogue for reference is demonstrated in the most professional work you create every week.

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you so much Kristina!

[@rjmiser]

Lovely craft room and storage tips ^.^

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you! 😊

[@LizReeves1971]

Thank you! Definitely got some great ideas. ❤😊

[@lostinpaper]

Awesome Liz! Thank you!

[@orlahastings4563]

Always enjoy seeing other crafter’s “happy place”! Thank you for allowing us to share this with you. I love the idea of putting the Cricut on a trolley, I have a Cricut but it’s a problem finding a place to use it as it needs space around it for the mats to move through the machine. But the best has to be the perch for your kitties, and right where they can supervise your work! Just brilliant 🥰. Thank you for sharing as always Therese. 😘❤️

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you so much Orla, the trolley was a game changer, although it's not finished yet, it keeps everything together and accessible!

[@BlueZaki400]

I agree with Orla - it was all awesome but the very best bit was the perch for your kitties!! :)

[@lostinpaper]

@@BlueZaki400 They love it there too! Thank you Angela!

[@dskene7533]

Thanks for the tour! My space isn’t as big, or as organized, but you have given me something to aspire to!

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so very much!

[@MareeForman]

Thanks Therese. It was nice to see a tour of an Aussie craft room as some of your sources are from companies I have heard of. IKEA , Kmart and Officeworks are my go to’s. 💕💕💕

[@lostinpaper]

So glad you enjoyed it Maree, thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@lindakitto8979]

Nice to see your face! I always watch yr Altenew videos but I just subscribed to your own channel. Love yr work. My favourite craft storage is the IKEA drawers… and then my trolley… best wishes. Linda in UK.

[@lostinpaper]

Awesome Linda! Welcome and Thank you for subscribing! I agree, the Ikea drawers are wonderful, I just wish I could 'overextend' them so they pull all the way out, I'm sure there is a way to retro fit them... it's on my list to try lol.

[@longlivedemocracy756]

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful crafty space with us! You are resourceful with lots of great storage ideas!

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you so much Rachel!

[@wendy8184]

Very helpful ! I had been looking for something for my copics and have just ordered the 6x6 cubes you have yours in.. and that rotating craft caddy looks like something that would work for me too, I love your craft room

[@lostinpaper]

Those cubes are my absolute favourite and they last forever, I've had some of mine for about 10 years now lol!

[@kimanning7769]

Bit late watching this one, great space, I have repurposed a rolling toolbox for my crafting stuff which is pretty functional albeit not as pretty 😄

[@lostinpaper]

I worked out of a cardboard box for years so a toolbox sounds posh. And rolling too! Love it, thank you for your lovely visit Kim, hugs Tx

[@tami1796]

Thank you for sharing your videos

[@lostinpaper]

Glad you like them, thank you Tami!

[@edith2535]

It is a lovely space!!!

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you Edith!

[@norinemueller4588]

Beautiful space thank you

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you Norine! 😊

[@lorie1508]

Wonderful crafty space. I'll have to send you a picture sometime of my dungeon!! I really like the stand you have in front of the craft mat. It looks tidy and easy to access. Thanks for taking the time to show us your space. 😍

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so much Lori, and yes please I"d love to see your 'dungeon' lol.

[@cheri6905]

Wow - this is such a great craft-space, Therese!

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so much Cheri!

[@scrappingranny]

Very lovely space very organized I love seeing the spaces wow

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you! 🤗

[@stellaolejar9007]

What a lovely, clean, organized and open space. Therese no wonder you come up with such wonderful creative ideas. Everything is right around you so you could use it. Thank you so much for sharing your creative space. A tour of your craft room has given me a few ideas. I truly look forward to all of your tutorials.

[@lostinpaper]

Glad to have inspired you Stella! And yes, I can't concentrate in a mess lol.

[@sabelljones]

Beautiful room and great storage ideas! Thanks for sharing! 💖💖

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so much Sue! 😊

[@debbiepiccolo7846]

Fantastic card room . Thank you.

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so much Debbie!

[@valdaritter8159]

Love your room..... I got some great ideas to improve my room.... thanks.

[@lostinpaper]

You are so welcome, thank you Valda!

[@danilaciamacco3618]

lovely space you have…could you tell me where you got this trays in your alex draws that you keep your ink pads in…love those!!!

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Danila, they are from the local cheap shops (Reject shop and similar), I just took the drawer measurements with me and a couple of ink pads and I've had them for years. they were only a couple of dollars each. Hope this helps, Crafty hugs Tx

[@danilaciamacco3618]

@@lostinpaper thank you for getting back to me…i’m on the hunt here in canada for something similar 💗

[@sally-3830]

Hello Therese, I’m loving how everything is open & in front of you but still neat. The only thing I would do differently is hide any & all wires. It’s very much a me psycho thing. Love your creativity, thank you for sharing☺️

[@lostinpaper]

hahaha I totally hear you Sally, I have recently been changing up the wiring and after a little LIVE video mishap am a little scared to play too much lol. But I have bought some wire covers just not had time to add them... also the clips that I used to hang them keep falling so that is definitely on my to do list. Thanks for your lovely visit here today x

[@icardeveryone01]

Therese, this was so fun! We should be getting kickbacks from IKEA! I have many of the same pieces! Such wonderful creative times you've shared from this wonderful space - you're very organized which is the best place to start in my humble opinion! xx

[@lostinpaper]

haha my brain doesn't seem to work if I'm unorganized... especially the creative side of it lol.

[@icardeveryone01]

@@lostinpaper OH! I forgot to tell you how much I LOVE your blouse! =]

[@roxanewalczak-doughty9534]

I have craft room envy 😍. What is your Gemini sitting on? Is it some sort of lazy Susan?

[@lostinpaper]

Yes, Roxane, it's just an 'Oxo' 11' Lazy Susan that I bought from Amazon. The machine fits perfectly on it and even though the machine feet don't touch the inside base it's very sturdy. I have it linked with the supplies if you want to see the exact one that I bought. Hugs Tx

[@mareeivey2276]

Great video. I am in Australia too. Can I please ask where you bought your ATG tool and your Neena cardstock? Also, what watercolour cardstock do you use? Thank you.

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Maree, I heard recently that the ATG is going to be discontinued, but that could be a rumour... but I haven't been able to find it in a shop. I buy my Neenah cardstock from Amazon Au (but at the moment my link leads to Craft Online and it's cheaper to buy it direct from them - just make sure to get the 'solar white' colour). If you just want a small amount then you can buy them from Auzz Trinklets N Crafts - but they are all in the US 'letter size' 8.5 X 11" (slightly smaller than our A4). I use affiliate links which means that if you use my link I will get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Or, you could search for the product yourself if you prefer. It's funny that you ask about watercolour cardstock. I like a bright white card! And I've just started using a very white smooth cardstock from Crafty Critta www.craftycritta.com/?aff=9 to watercolour on, tinyurl.com/dxj2v8y5 it's very affordable and comes in Aussie A4 and US letter A4. It's also good for card bases (though not as heavy as the 110lb N), ink blending, copics and stamping. I did a live video here kzbin.infoH2vVE_BkZ5M?si=Fb5SwgM5ZPzPgH0Z It's from Crafty Critta (in Perth), I have an affiliate link with them and they currently have a 15% discount code: CC15 (valid until Oct 22nd) I just did a video for their new foiling machine today lol. It may be worth a try. Otherwise I like the Altenew watercolor cardstocks altenew.com/6397491 or the Ranger/Tim Holtz one here shrsl.com/3prdo you should be able to find it Australia. Hope this is helpful, please let me know if you have any further questions. Crafty hugs Therese

[@louisecooper4761]

Thank you for sharing your lovely happy crafting space with us Therese. I remember your Mum helping you last time and all your giggles! It’s a lovely bright room and I’m like you I don’t use things if they aren’t handy. I’m glad you still have your Penny Black stamps, I use to love your ideas with them. Thank you for continuing to inspire us with all your wonderful ideas. 😀

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so much Louise, I hope to use some PB stamps real soon. I've been so busy lately with classes and DT stuff and camping, there has been no time lol.

[@lindalanges7058]

Loved it! Such a great space. I hear ya re the coloured foam. Trying to use mine too but reaaalllllly need more white!

[@lostinpaper]

Did you see the packs from Neha that are half white and half black from Spellbinders... maybe I bought them all lol.

[@lindalanges7058]

@@lostinpaper ha ha. Probably🤣Can only see glitter foam sheets.

[@lostinpaper]

@@lindalanges7058 Craftonline and Craft Giraffe have them too. bit.ly/3Qi4Gyd

[@longlivedemocracy756]

@@lostinpaper 😂😂😂

[@NancyStamps]

Good stuff, is that an unopened Scan n Cut?

[@lostinpaper]

Indeed it is my friend lol.

[@CardsbyMaaike]

Wonderful space Therese, For the foam, would a thin trip on the outside in black or white work and then fill the centre with the odd colours? so you see black or white on the side, but you use more coloured than the neutrals?

[@kirriesummers5219]

I love this idea. ❤️🇨🇦

[@lostinpaper]

Do you mean the mess that is my fun foam? Because I think that could work well... hadn't thought of it, that's why it's nice to have clever and wonderful friends like you Maaike!

[@CardsbyMaaike]

@@lostinpaper yes, just the crazy fun foam in the centee and save on the rare neutrals...and thanks you...right back at ya xxx

[@pixxa37]

I completely agree with you: spending hundreds, if not thousands, to make a róom pretty (which can be done with much less and more creativity) instead of buying supplies is crazy! Don't get me wrong, some of the craft rooms i watched here on YT are stunning, still, all that money could be spent better in my opinion.

[@lostinpaper]

I agree, those rooms would be a dream come true, I couldn't justify the expense when what I have works very well and stil makes me happy to create in... and I can buy more stamps lol.

[@breeabell4365]

Watching the replay, what a fab space! Very jelly! 😊 Quick question what plastic pockets do you use for your stamp sets? I was lucky enough to get some of your purged items 🙏 & a couple were in the best plastic pockets. Would love to find the same ones or the brand?

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Bree, you are probably talking about the 'Marbig' ones (if there is no flap on top), they are called Card Holders and the size is A5. I also bulk-bought a different brand from Amazon as the Marbig ones were getting 'dearer' and they are pretty good too. I've got both linked at the video and at my blog. (I used to always buy them from an excellent Australian online store called Mega Office Supplies if you would rather not use AMazon). I hope this helps. Crafty hugs Tx

[@kirriesummers5219]

I will eventually move and many of my crafting items are packed away, particularly all those wood stamps which take up enough room to hide elephant😄. In the mean time, I have mostly $ store bins. I don't love it, but things are stored cleanly with like items, so finding is easy. What I love in my craft space is a glass corner desk, ( from Jysk), L shaped and a wonderful OTT light.

[@kirriesummers5219]

I really love your space, particularly the unit which is no longer available. I love how relaxed you seem and felt welcomed into your space. It is very useable, organized and made for creating. So beautiful and fresh looking. And how will you know who I am? Like this:💖🇨🇦🥰

[@lostinpaper]

The look of glass is so cool and clean! And I've only heard wonderful things about the OTT lights, I must check them out!

[@kirriesummers5219]

@@lostinpaper I hope you find and like the light. I've had it since I did folk art in the 1990's. It is wonderful, bringing perfect light so I can see colours more truly. We have lots of cloud and rain for weeks here during winter. 💖🇨🇦

[@KindaKrafty]

Thank you for sharing....😊

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks for watching!

[@christineh1988]

Hi Therese. this was fun! you seem pretty well set up. I agree with you.... things have to be accessible or you forget you have them and don't use them. can I ask why you have both a cricut and a scan and cut? do they do different things? Also,is there a particular way you do your destash. I know I haven't been around as much lately (life!) so maybe I missed it? (or maybe your destash is another word for toss?? 🤣) Thanks for sharing. 🥰

[@lostinpaper]

If I don't see it I forget it and that's why I prefer the open shelving. Here it is.... I won the Scan n cut at the last Papercraft show I went to in Brisbane and have grand ideas to use it to cut stamped images out (but haven't yet) and the Cricut was sent to me by the company to review and I have found it very easy and fun to use, so haven't bothered with the SnC as yet. As for the destash, I will have to think about the 'method' as to whether there was actually one lol. Hope you are having a great week!

[@bronwinbent586]

Thanks for sharing Therese. Just a question, where did you get your personalised stamps for the back of your cards? Are they from Australia? I live in West Aust. I have been wanting to get a personalised stamp.

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Bronwin, my stamps were a gift from Altenew, they typically send one out every year or so to their customers as a gift and they also sent them to us on the design team which is awesome. The one place that i was going to buy from in Australia looks like it is closed for '6 months' it's called Jemac Rubber Stamps. I know that office supply places can do those 'old style' inked versions. Otherwise you could try Bossie Joscie in the US??? Although with conversion rates and postage at the moment. Although if they just sent the rubber bit it would fit in an envelope. Good luck and I'd love to know if you have any luck locally as I've had a couple of others ask me the same question. Thanks for your lovely visit and comments, Crafty hugs Tx

[@bronwinbent586]

@@lostinpaper Thanks for your reply Therese. I will let you know if I find anything locally in Aus. Crafty hugs back at you. X

[@craftcreek4624]

Where did you get the Copic marker storage boxes please? With the 4 sections? I am using discarded dishwasher cutlery basket. Nice room! I have a space, not a room but still a lot of stuff

[@lostinpaper]

I have 2 brands of them linked in the description but they are getting very difficult to find at present (I'm hoping that they aren't being discontinued)......

[@craftcreek4624]

@@lostinpaper they're still available - thank you from Sydney - you're inspiring

[@yelena86]

👍✌️🙏❤️

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks Yelena!