Organizing ALL of my Yarn and Craft supplies! | Craft Room/Sewing Room Makeover 🧶🪡

I spent a few days going through all of my craft supplies, books, sewing notions and yarn to purge anything I don't need out and find a better way to organize my stash! If you enjoy some organizational fun and Nutella shenanigans, this is the right place for you!
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Engineering knits is a place for people who enjoy all kinds of vintage and antique crafts - from sewing to knitting, crochet to embroidery I like to try it all. I definitely have a preference for historical fibre crafts, and it is my dream to one day make an entire outfit from sheep to sweater. I hope you enjoy watching me and my favorite companion, Nutella, struggle through some fascinating projects!

[@elizabethwittig3930]

I feel so much better knowing I'm not the only one with space to clear out.

[@sayuriando3379]

I have some boxes where I put books and other spaces I put them instead of in the book case. My yarn us aside from 2 yarns in one box hidden inside a minimal bigger box. One of the left out yarns is somewhat bulky and the other is multi colours. Currently I'm using yarn pieces to teach myself the different stitches.

[@simsamsammie]

I got halfway through this video and was so inspired that I paused to spend over an hour reorganizing my craft closet and get all the boxes off of my floor

[@HeraldHealer]

I'm making a king sized granny square quilt to de-stash. But I also need to decluter my livingroom so we can get rid of a couch on it's last legs. Hubby isn't willing to call a friend to shlep it down from our 4th floor appartment until the runway is cleat. Then the old futon can go back up and the flat boxes of yarn will have a home again underneath it. The joys of living in a small appartment.

[@rmac2489]

I so appreciated that it took so many days to first tackle the stuff and then getting everything back in and organized. I think tackling one area or type of stuff at a time was a great inspiration too. And I LOVE your dog!!!!!! So sweet!! Thank you

[@breec]

Nutella creeping at 1:14 completely cracked me up. Watching someone organize their space absolutely gives me the energy to tidy up my own. Thank you!

[@lindsaythegreat]

"I feel like I made a mess in two rooms rather than cleaning everything up" MOOD, GIRL, MOOD.

[@onegirlarmy4401]

Your felted items make great hot pads for your oven! Just cut them into 8x8 squares (or a bit smaller) and use just like they are! They would make nice gifts too.

[@michaelabeijer675]

I love how you reuse, repurpose and recycle items and furniture to create a “new” and functional office and crafting space. Sure, sometimes you do need all new things, but often, you already have half of them at home if you just look around! And it’s more economical and environmentally friendly to boot (and lets you invest in the things that really fill a need, because budget).

[@KateMH_]

Sewing makes so much waste so I make a pillowcase out of some sturdy fabric and put all the scraps in there. When it’s full I sew it shut and donate it to the local animal shelter as a pet bed. Great trick I learned from a quilter!

[@misspenguinsupreme9923]

I've been looking for diamond shelves and this cardboard idea is genius

[@rapa2894]

I was thinking about using the foam board poster board things and lining it with pretty paper. But I am lazy so maybe someone else can take that idea 😂 the cardboard itself looks nice when full of yarn!! 🧶

[@joycejohnson395]

Have you thought about making slippers from the knitted/felted garments? Might be a fun project.

[@fiesehexe8133]

I thought I was the only one with a quilt-of-misfortune-project on the list. A whole box of felted knits, that are going to become a lovely blanket after a few more accidents have occurred...

[@TheSuzberry]

If you make an overskirt for the romper, use one of the colors in the pattern. Doesn’t help with the scraps, though.

[@HeraldHealer]

Scraps could go to to quilt

[@Carrieliney]

thank you for showing your piles of stuff everywhere. It's nice to know other people do that and it's not just me

[@timestreel4384]

I love your closet "yarn shop"! Although you may want to wedge some lavender satchels or something in there if moths are a problem in your part of the world...I'd hate to see any of your stash chewed up!

[@HeraldHealer]

Pieces of cedar work well for that too.

[@sybille1234]

I was wondering about that too. That's why I keep my yarn in plastic bags. But that doesn't nearly look as cute.

[@believeinfaeries8713]

It's always nice having an organized and sorted space. I love having lots of drawers and shelves to sort things into. It helps so much.

[@kaizma88]

Take your before mess and multiply by 10 to get my mess! It is overwhelming, but watching you tidy up has given me some motivation to organize a bit.

[@johannagraf1009]

Could you please film a yarn collection video and what your knitting plans are for it?

[@InternetFad]

Your hair looks fabulous! Thank you for making videos for us to enjoy, I can't wait to finish this one! Always in need of organization inspiration!

[@loiscassels8966]

I love the rainy window shots. And your dog. ❤️🇨🇦

[@agimagi2158]

Yes!! All the yarn shop vibes of your closet make me so happy!

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

I started working on my space a few days ago. Right now it looks both worse and better! I got some drawers at a thrift shop so I have been sorting and labeling. I’ve even found the lost half of my desk!! So I can set up another sewing machine!! It’s a slow process and I’m only doing one part of the room. I call it my sewing room but it’s also my office, library and crafts room! I doubt it will ever be done but it will be more workable!

[@EmilyBHelms]

I love a Declutter/organizing/home makeover video. And your yarn stash does look like a fancy yarn shop.

[@rachelamdecker09]

I did this about a year ago when I went full time with my sewing to help me utilize my small office better for daily use. it is the best feeling when it is all done and gorgeous like yours is now! I hope your organization helps you keep up with the clutter and gives you a happy feeling spending time there!

[@half-caffcrochet]

I love makeovers! I especially loved seeing you put all your yarn into the cubbies 😍😍😍 I love having a stash too - I feel like I'm shopping my own little store every time I go to it decide on yarn for a new project 😂 that was fun to watch!

[@MariaRosseau]

I really appreciate that you showed an imperfect "before" view, rather than one that was almost perfect already. My "to do" list for this week includes organizing some cubbies I've got in my office/craft room! Maybe you know this already, but I'd feel remiss if I didn't mention it's not great for the bindings of (most) books to be laid flat with other books atop them. It puts a lot of stress on the hinges and weakens them. That said, I've got a number of books just laying around willy nilly, so obviously I'm not too precious with my own.

[@annecain3301]

A place for everything and everything in its place - wonderful. I recently had a sort out and was so pleased to find the knitting.patterns which had been mislaid preventing me from completing a few sweaters. I love the cubes that you have stored your yarn in. Me thinks I will have to purchase some myself.

[@carolharper1241]

This is the first of your videos I've seen and I would already die for Nutella ♥️

[@ninabooker2904]

Nutella is beautiful to be sure but she obviously also has an absolutely adorable personality. She is very good companion, I can tell.

[@crazyforNarnia1]

I'm excited about the next video. My great-grandfather worked in a knitting factory in the early 20th century.

[@Lady_dromeda]

You inspired me to sort through my own fabric and yarn stashes… and i found a skirt i started last winter and didn’t finish, all i had left was the hem, so now im finishing it! I have a lot of unfinished project 😅 no wonder my boyfriend doesn’t really want me starting more

[@lauraraines767]

Loved your video. I really love the cardboard x dividers. I've got to try that in my craft room. 😊 Thanks

[@konnyf13]

Congratulations on your organized room! Looks amazing.

[@SciFiFemale]

I love the cross cardboard inserts for the yarn. I might have to try that. It all looks great.

[@299meena]

Oh my God, thank you so much for this, my bedroom is in the same situation as this office: a room of very many functions. I've got so much inspiration to clean and organize everything now that I've seen how you do it.

[@lucyramos1]

I really enjoyed this video. It motivates me to organize my craft space.

[@lesleyharris525]

Wow that's a great transformation, it's going to make working so much easier as you know what you have and where it is.💖

[@thirza9508]

1:14 the Nutella sneak in the corner😂🥰

[@ginnieliebherr4245]

There was so satisfying! I love the storage solutions you found to make the space more efficient at appealing!

[@MonaSkovJensen]

This was wonderful to watch! I love how your office/craft room/sewing room got organized!

[@gretchens.workshop]

First video I am watching of yours and I would sacrifice myself for Nutella 🥰🥹 Also this one motivates me to clean out my closet to create a crafting nook!

[@ThePixiixiq]

It's always makes me happy to see this kind of transformation videos. You do this other style of video really well!

[@emilysmith2784]

Love the X design in the cubbies for your yarn. I may copy that idea 😉 although I may cover the cardboard edges in washie tape for a cuter look 😁

[@x1435]

I would be super uncomfortable sharing my unorganized messes, I appreciate you taking us along on the journey :) it's so beautiful and functional now! Also, very excited for the knitting machine info :D

[@HaileyGWoolcraft]

Yes! I also really appreciate that she showed us the before. Definitely looks like parts of my home... now I just need to make it look like her after! lol

[@LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow]

👍🏻👍🏻Thank you for sharing this video. My crafting supplies need some major organizing. Now that I’ve been making crafting/DIY videos I have really upped the craft supplies I have on hand. It’s messy! This was helpful. Inspiring to see and I think I can do it too. Wish I had a whole room but I’ll make it work. Thanks for the tips and tricks. I hope we can keep in touch and continue to learn from each other. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Sapsie]

Looks great, I especially like the yarn cubbies!

[@nadiaslegers2092]

Love that you shared that with us. I feel a bit like a hoarder now.....😝 I can't trow out a thing! Question: what is that big book? The Orange/yellow antique one at the left corner of your in between titles?

[@itsamootpointable]

Absolutely loved this vid!! the editing was great and it was so calming to watch. amazing outcome too :)

[@Betsyschugar]

I have never crocheted a day in my life but seeing your snood in action made me want to make one SO BAD

[@saricadouglas5469]

So relatable 💕

[@LillyMarchant]

Nutella at 3:52: "I was wondering where that went!"

[@darlinebrooker843]

I feel the pain... i had the same problem at my house...add renovating on top of it all....lol...now after 13 yrs i am organizing the chaos

[@pamelafreeman4548]

Beautiful!!

[@marinalenzi3150]

What a transformation!

[@ciawang8347]

Inspiring and cozy! thanks for the video

[@dallasmandy]

Nicely done

[@caraxkins]

i love the tiny table by your chair

[@beagare2197]

Your 'before' space looks very familiar :( Not only have I stuffed my study to such an extent that it looks like a candidate for one of those 'hoarder' exposés, but I've also colonised the whole of the dining room next door. I'm now inspired, however, to get hold of those items I need to be able to organise my yarn stash and knitting notions, the bags of ball bands, piles of completed items that will no longer fit in the two camphor lined chests... I shall follow your example and take before and after photos too. Thank you.

[@caraxkins]

nutella is the baby

[@nancy-katharynmcgraw2669]

Great job!!!

[@TWIW455]

I love the burgundy sweater you wear in the intro!!! Is it one of your makes? Love the space makeover! Nothing more glorious than working in a neat studio - though I can never keep it up

[@isabelledurocher3518]

It's easy to organize a craft room. It's really more difficult to keep it organized !

[@starfirebird3099]

I finally gave away a bunch of my old acrylics last year, but since then I've tried to keep my yarn to one hamper, and stop buying yarn without plans...it's sort-of worked (my fabric keeps multiplying itself somehow, though)

[@ciawang8347]

Hi! I love to see ur videos! and Im also in the programming field and is love crafting. I love my alone time a lot, but gradually realized its quite hard to make friends this way. Im wondering if you have similar trouble and how do u find kindred spirits. Thanks~

[@lilys786]

Hi, would you happen to have a tutorial on how to build those X dividers for the shelves? Thanks.

[@MakerJayne]

I’m just learning how to knit and found your channel. I’ve been binging all your videos starting with the oldest and working my way forward to the most current. I love your each video you’ve made! Especially your camera work and editing! May I ask what app you use to edit your videos and the camera you use? I have a small channel about English Paper Piecing, a historical quilting making technique, @MakerJayne. Thanks!

[@sval4463]

Where can I find how to make those x dividers. Thats genius. I need to do that to my cubbies. So much wasted space!

[@dyedviolet7349]

"and a basketball :/"

[@raelastander2346]

I wish I could hear all the chatter about the fabric!

[@eileenhildreth8355]

Me too

[@harxmoond]

We just cleaned up my mothers yarn stash and it took up a whole garage metal storage shelving system. We placed them in plastic containers and separated everything by color. She has so much it was the only way to easily find what she needs.Completed projects were placed by themselves.

[@dshe8637]

That's more like it; proper clutter!