Say Goodbye to Clutter with These Yarn Organization Hacks!

Overwhelmed by yarn? My Yarn Organization Hacks will help streamline your craft space in no time. I'll share practical tips for sorting, storing, and managing your yarn stash, great for anyone who loves crochet and crafting!
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// TABLE OF CONTENTS
00:00 - Welcome
1:05 - Tame that Yarn Stash
4:33 - A Place for Your Notions & Tools
7:15 - Storing your Stationary
9:16 - Ever WIP In Its Place
10:50 - Organize Your Project Bags
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[@invisibleabi999]

I've been using my altoid container for notions since high school. I will never forget the time I asked my mint-loving friend if he happened to have an extra tin and he dumped the entire contents of one in his mouth, handed me the empty tin, and didn't understand why the whole lunch table was staring at him with wide eyes.

[@Hippiechick11]

What a great idea. I always wish I had something I could do with these, and now I do!

[@pauladailey530]

Me too!

[@danamiller4069]

That's what I have done for many years. Altoids can with ponytail holder.

[@KM-ww9hx]

For about 30yrs l have also used an Altoids container, back then the tins were kind of fancy!!!

[@sawyersmith6814]

that sounds like the kind of bizarre yet endearing thing hs boys do when they’re trying to figure out how to impress someone haha

[@jenthulhu]

I have a background in science--so I've discovered that test tube racks are great for displaying crochet hooks.

[@marychoy9340]

I am shopping for a used test tube holder rn 😊. I also use a beautiful ceramic orchid pot which was a gift from a dear friend. (That orchid got repotted in a new container). Now this 4” wide 5” tall ceramic pot holds a few hooks, dpns, pen/pencils, scissors, gauge ruler, etc. I open a large vinyl covered paperclip and hang on the rim of the pot with a dozen stitch markers on it and a second one with a tapestry needle that clip a stitch marker through the eye and hang on the paperclip. This container of tools sits on my serving didhes/bar/vase storage shelf in my dining room. When I sit at my dining room table to work on a yarn project, the orchid pot of tools is my centerpiece.

[@deleria010]

I love to reuse the plastic bags that bed sheets come in. They are sturdy and zip close. Perfect for many skeins of yarn.

[@linz37200]

That's such a great idea!

[@magbeth90]

yes yes 100% yes - I do this too and because they're transparent you can see everything!

[@JennTN411]

Brilliant!😊

[@BenchWench]

My fav tip I learned was to take a picture of my project right after starting it with the hook clearly visible in the picture! I don't always remember to write it down, but I almost always take a pic when I start a new project because I want to share with my crafty friends. It has saved me a few times when I had to set my project down for a long while for whatever reason.

[@rlygirl468]

I do this too! I make sure I get the hook size/handle in the picture too

[@proxximate]

On behalf of my ADHD, thank you so much for these wonderful tips!!

[@maryatakli9496]

I place my favourite hooks in a fancy drinking glass. They look so beautiful displayed that way

[@carolkamaile1967]

Mine in a ceramic pot I made.

[@SarahSyna]

I was so confused until I realised you're prooobably not talking about hardbacks.

[@tandycorbin5601]

My daughters have both started crocheting and this video is gift giving GOLD!

[@tkgosselin]

In 50 years of crocheting I have never had a pest problem. I didn't know anything about this, lol. The imly pests is my curious pride of 5 boy cats😂

[@tonette11000]

Could it be because you happen to live in an area that is without pests? I, too, haven't had a problem, except with moths, because I live in a desert. But I do have moth traps in every room. Also, my biggest pest is my cat (or, should I say, her hairs that get everywhere, lol).

[@tkgosselin]

@tonette11000 I live in upstate NY about and jour and a half from the Canadian border. An occasional moth or Spider gets in the house, but, again, 5 cats, so they don't stay long, lol!

[@carolkamaile1967]

No pests here Ewa Beach Hawaii.

[@Carolyn-qd8mj]

And occasionally grandchildren!

[@bellanovia1648]

You know you trust a KZbinr when you like the video before it even starts ❤️😊

[@oliviabees]

I had no idea that you should use caked yarn within a couple of months! I tend to only cake yarn that is about to get used, but I was just thinking about caking up some yarn I'm saving for a project, so I'll wait on that. Thanks for the tips!

[@GoldberryIsland]

Oh my, I get yarn from basement yard sales. I'm guessing that's unusual but it certainly keeps life interesting. Like right now I'm making a big Afghan out of leftover yarn skeins and it's so fun. Love your channel and your friends, keep rocking that yarn 🧶

[@justtracy1832]

Great ideas! I also use the heavy plastic zipper bags that sheet sets, comforters and curtains come in. I always save them to up cycle vs throwing away.

[@ravenlunatic1177]

I do the same. I also like to store my yarn in them as well. Sometimes I will buy a sheet set just for the actual bag it comes in. Yeah, I’ve been called crazy 😂 I wear it like a badge of honor. Cheers from FL😺

[@bronwynplagemann5400]

Me too!

[@KM-ww9hx]

Those bags are the best

[@aksez2u]

Toni, I get tricked every time by that "Premier" upcoming video! 😁 Looking forward to watching in 15 hours!

[@ThatOneOtherFangirl]

I have one trick I've been using for day to day things, but especially yarn: If you think the cute design means you'll use it more, get it and use it! Even if it's a design meant for kids! My current project bag is actually one of those trick or treating bags from Target a few years back, for example. I use it daily because it has pumpkins on it!

[@jeannepien4565]

Your videos are the best! I do more knitting than crocheting. In my notion bag you will find a weekly clear pill box. In it I store all my stitch markers and needle stoppers. In my project back and in my yarn storage I make little jewelry bag with Rosemary, 1 Bay Leave, Lavender, and fresh Cloves. It smells good and keeps the moths away!

[@CourtneyCrochet837]

I JUST redid my stash organization last weekend! The yarn was taking over my office/craft room so something had to change. There is a built-in cabinet that was put in by the previous owner of my house that is the perfect size for Tupperware bins. I can stack them two side by side and four high in each section. 16 bins later, and my stash is managed!

[@amypetty5013]

I just started working on my last night, for no particular reason than that I got a hair up my butt to start organizing. This video and these comments feel like the universe validating that impulse, LOL.

[@candymoths]

that purse organizer is such a solid pro-tip, i didn't even know those were a thing !

[@caitlincrum1380]

My best hack by far is a $3 pack of letter beads from the kids craft section! I thread them on a stitch marker to keep my place and remember hook sizes for WIPs, but they're also awesome for marking sizes, names, multiple sections, and a whole lot more!

[@marychoy9340]

I sometimes also make a row of eyelets in my swatch for the needle size. I store my swatches with cardstock hangtags notes on a handwashing laundry hangar from ikea (looks like an octopus). This helps me keep visual queue of my stash while the skeins stay safely sealed away elsewhere.

[@jenniferwilcox2525]

Lovely ideas Toni, Thank you! I am a WIP devil. They’re everywhere. In grocery bags, zippered clear bags that linens come in. I’ve got them in tubs with lids, in the closet, under the bed, upstairs, downstairs. So for 2024 I decided to break it down to “about” 15ish projects. I went to Hobby Lobby and purchased some of their very, very inexpensive canvas bags ($0.99 to $4.99). They come in so many sizes. Some are totes with handles, some are zippered canvas pouches. I love these bags. Now, as they are canvas and you can’t see what’s inside, I tied a piece of the project yarn to each handle or zipper so At a glance I know what is in that bag or pouch. As I finish one project I put a new “old” wip in that now empty project bag. So far it is a system that is working well for me. I have also “made” myself sew in all ends right then when the project is finished. Lastly I have “made” myself write a notecard for each of the wips I am working on that also goes into the bag. 2024 is going to be my year for productivity and with this system I can’t wait to finish one project so I can stick a new/old one into that canvas bag. Some of my wips are not something I want to finish so it may get frogged and the yarn recycled back into my stash for later use and I am okay with that too. 💕

[@JustBeAPerson]

Any reusable bag that comes my way that doesn’t have an obvious other use becomes a potential project bag. The pouches that come as packaging for bedding or curtains, for example. Canvas tote bags that aren’t the right shape or size for grocery shopping.

[@cruzianfibergeek]

The bags that bed sheet sets come in are great as project bags also, the top zippered section is great for hooks, needles, scissors and othe notions while the WIP and the yarn fit in the other section

[@valeriehowden471]

I found a video for DIY needle books. Made one with felt pages. Stores all of my darning needles, sharp embroidery needles, safety pins, progress keepers, and removeable markers. The markers are all lever back earring style so the felt holds them nicely. Great use for scrap fabric and felt. I'm a bag lady - for purses, backpacks, and project bags. My old totes have become yarn storage bags, and I've been gifted a couple of nice fabric project bags. I'm trying to resist the urge to buy more!

[@ladymercymain]

When we bought a new house there was a walk-in closet with crazy amount of drawers for shoes. Last owners must have owned a lot of shoes. I only have a total of 5 pairs of shoes and boots, so I use all the remaining drawers to store my yarn. I put it all in IKEA zip lock bags.

[@TLYarnCrafts]

Love this! It's always smart to use what you have. And the bags will keep the critters away :-)

[@jewelse1975]

Thanks for the tip about bugs! I lived in a condo and didn’t have to worry about that before but I’ll be sure to protecting my stash now I’m in a house that’s 70 years old.

[@LauraN-do2of]

I like using the clear bags that sheets and comforters come in to store projects. Lots of good ideas.

[@abeersoliman6797]

I’ve designed my own yarn closet I inspired the idea from the internet and then I customized it to my needs

[@francescarpenter1346]

Thank you for your ideas! I have yarn everywhere, but no organization! I have yarn that is so tangled! I live on a limited income, so I have to watch my budget.

[@maryatakli9496]

TL you are the best and your sunny, effervescent personality make you a joy to watch

[@jenmarieamour]

I use pencil pouches for my notions in my project bags. I have found that plastic grocery bags tend to make my projects super static-y. I also use bookends for yarn separation in my yarn bookcase.

[@minilae13]

I have been using a spinning makeup organizer for all my crochet hooks, stitch markers, etc. for months and I love it. When I need something, I can spin it around and everything is there. The hooks go in the center where makeup brushes would go

[@summerlaymon9340]

I love to hang my bags in my closet on a hanger. Each bag goes on a shower hook, and then I line up the shower hooks on a hanger. Works amazing for scarves and bras too, lol

[@niknaiman5359]

My favorite project bags are lunch totes (drawstring typically) or makeup travel bags. I find that they are much cheaper than anything noted as an actual "project bag" while still being quality and perfectly functional (plus cute!). Thanks for a great video that covers the subject so thoroughly!

[@rebeccaclark8798]

Now I don't feel bad that I have a lot of yarn in hanks. I got a yarn winder for Christmas to cake them all up. Now I know I can wait. Thanks for all the tips. I am saving this video.

[@marychoy9340]

Please also consider making yourself some diy name cards, or use index cards, and place in each wip project bag. Over decades, I have left several projects in airplane seat pockets/cabs. I still grieve those- including a little red knitted tyrolean coat for my then toddler daughter-I hope whomever cleaned that airplane took it to someone who finished it for their daughter…

[@brendascuccimarri8138]

I so needed this. I just keep my door closed to my craft room because I get so overwhelmed when I go in there , I don’t where to begin

[@ravenlunatic1177]

I do too. Sadly my room has turned into more of just a hoarders storage room than a functional craft room😱😱😱

[@mwendapoleee]

This is timely I am a crafter and a tailor ,all in one room i need a few days to get this done.

[@reylloc_]

I have a few small makeup bags that I didn't know what to do with. This video has given me the idea to reuse them as notions pouches for my wips. Thank you

[@cynthiawaldorf9353]

I think my husband has been talking to you about me! Lol 😂 ❤thanks for your help. 😊

[@SusanVHF]

I have one of the rolling carts Toni showed. I keep my current project in the top tray, all my notions and tools in the middle tray, and extra yarn for the project in the bottom tray - when my cat is not using that tray for a bed. I re-organized my yarn by color a few months ago. I have two 4 foot wide by 2 feet deep by 6 foot high wire storage shelves that perfectly fit more than 30 plastic storage containers.

[@heatherskiba4580]

My free project bags are the drawstring bags that my bed linens come in. Then customize it with iron-ons.

[@denaroper2321]

I’m in the process of trying to get organized (I have to many hobbies) and this is helpful! I’m watching this in my bedroom, staring at my over the door shoe holder with clear sides that only has like 3 pair of shoes in it. It’s so moving to the craft room and now I’m imagining what yarn is going to live there! Great ideas! Thanks!

[@smullis7]

I use clear acrylic shoe storage boxes. I bought them from Costco and they are great to display the yarn while keeping it in a sealed container. I also use them to hold clear bags with the yarn and pattern until I’m ready to work them up the project. I also have a silly amount of project bags…and a bag of bags!! I even once traded an older iPad for 3 handmade project bags! I just got my first DellaQ snap bag for Christmas and LOVE it!

[@threedm2]

I actually found a paint brush stand at the dollar tree to organize my crochet hooks. I also found acrylic pencil boxes (that clipped closed) for all my notions and hooks for projects, also from the dollar tree.

[@vzeimen]

Open storage looks great but even if you don't have a pest problem, it's crazy how much dust gets in there that you don't really see. Unless you are a voracious maker, it's so easy to have yarn sitting around for months to years.

[@GamertashaYT]

That and space is why I don't store my stash like that, everytime I see someone with open storage, I just think of the dust🙈

[@WisteriaMagpieCrafts]

Actually watching this video while crocheting your Starlight Basket! I like buying Pokémon cards, and every so often they release sets of (usually 5) mini tins that are slightly larger than Altoid tins. Turning a few of them into ready-made notions tins sounds like a great way of putting these beautiful, artful tins to use!

[@inuyasha13]

Hahaha I have that exact little reusable bag from Joann and theres a bunch of yarn in it lol. I tend to keep my yarn in reusable bags like that, but I do have a clear plastic tote that I put all my fabric, yarn, everything in when I moved last. I only have I think two reusable bags with yarn right now, and both are yarn I bought after I moved. One has a whole WIP in it that I started this last week. Ive made a lot of progress on it in just a few days so Im really cruisin.

[@csoup1414]

"It will help keep your yarn off the floor and away from the pests." My 11 year old daughter asked me, "Are we the pests?" 😅😅

[@bernieryan4990]

I didn't know that acrylic could be eaten! 😮 So true if you put any Wip out of sight..too easy to forget about it! I'm going to sort out my yarn again & my wips!! Thanks for the advice!

[@Lizcoy_]

It's almost like you knew my craft room was a hot mess express. LOL

[@mamasmountains]

Oh my goodness thank you! I never thought about the exposure of my yarn stash and I hate bugs! I dream of having a room with an entire cubby yarn wall eventually. ❤️ I currently only have 2 small ones stacked together. I love your videos and this is the best for newer people like me to think beyond the project. I love myself a good yarn bag and I'm obsessed with organization. So many ideas have now popped into my head lol. Thank you for making such amazing content! I can't wait until your next one!❤❤

[@jencrochetingradtech5913]

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve thought to myself ‘I’ll remember the size hook I’m using’ and a week later I’ve already forgotten. The post-it note reminder is gold

[@geannettesanchez3581]

Thank you Toni for making it possible to learn the different ways of Tunisian crocheting I love all your videos and artwork so much that I hope to see more of it and I also bought your Tunisian crochet handbook and I'm just loving what I learn and see from it Toni. Thank you.

[@kellychung9169]

i SWEAR by the oh snap bags!!!

[@oliverdhakal2601]

I love how your videos are always inclusive of various budgets! It makes me feel a lot less insecure about the way I've been storing my yarn, haha. Having them safe and protected is better than nothing!

[@stacyhortner8105]

Dollar Tree has paint brush organizers that are perfect for hooks. Love mine!

[@paigeherrmann6332]

I love using those thin fabric reusable shopping bags for project bags. They’re so inexpensive and come in tons of fun designs

[@sarahweber3836]

The stationary is so cute! I always either print the pattern out and mark my progress right on the page, or use an index card to keep track of my rows. (It's always sooooo much fun when I lose the index card! 🙃)

[@jenknotsed8]

I put a couple lavender dryer sheets for laundry in with my yarn, and they keep my WIP bags smelling fresh and not like a plastic bag.

[@cruzianfibergeek]

Love the Altoids tin hack I use it for my tape measure, a foldable scissors, stitch markers and a small flat magnet for my tapestry needles.

[@jclouse06]

I just organized my stash over the past couple weeks. Gifted a lot of the yarn I don't see myself using anytime soon, sorted planned projects into their own bin/bag, and made notes about what I have that isn't assigned to a project yet.

[@rebeccasimpkins8231]

Consider donating your unwanted yarn to the Goodwill. I know starting out that is where I was able to buy enough yarn for projects without breakig my budget. If you ask for a reciept you get a tax credit and the chance to share the joy of crocheting with someone who may not have had access before.

[@jclouse06]

​@rebeccasimpkins8231 I used my local Buy Nothing page! Free for the recipient! Some people can't even afford Goodwill prices, and that should never be a barrier to yarn crafts!

[@kalicia84]

This is such a timely video. I'm a beginner and you had some suggestions for problems I hadn't thought of yet (like pests!)

[@DiscoFibers]

Love the organization! We're a secondhand yarn shop, we're always accepting destashes too!

[@tonette11000]

I've never heard of a secondhand yarn shop! That would be fantastic in my town.

[@sarahchellis9664]

I like to use thrifted decorative pillow covers for my project bags.

[@grammyd.3127]

Hi Toni and MaMa Gwen! Loved your chit-chat mother/daughter video. It was so informative. My 9 year-old granddaughter and I think you are THE best, Toni. You have such a great way of explaining stitches and detailing the reasons why they're done a certain way. You inspired my granddaughter so much that she just created a piece with a few different stitches she put together on her own. Thank you for all you do!

[@tinahooper3470]

Hi Toni. I'm finally doing Tunisian crochet with my mom's hook from the 70's. It feels awkward and heavy with all the metal. So, I've ordered from temu an inexpensive set to start with. I'm enjoying the shawl pattern you offered for free. Thanks for sharing and teaching us how to do this. Take care.

[@maryannw5289]

I bought a set of 8” x 4” mesh zippered travel pouches and use them as notions bags. I like that I can see what’s inside.

[@maryatakli9496]

I agree pencil cases are good for storing hooks on the move or otherwise..... For your UK fans: WH Smith has beautiful pencil cases...

[@user-yb7bh5gb3d]

I can't thank you enough for this, this is exactly what i need.. have been crocheting for about a year and now I have random skeins of yarn everywhere... btw I learned to crochet from one of your tutorials, I spent forever searching for a tutorial and I found yours as the best tutorial... I just learned how to tunisian crochet from your tutorial.. thank you so much... Luv you

[@carlee3958]

I use a hanging toiletry bag for the majority of my hooks/needles/scissors/stitch markers/etc. It's super easy to grab when I'm traveling or just hang up near my work area and I can close it up and put it away when I'm not using it. I've also seen 'caboodles' and tool boxes used for this. I saw someone who had a travel professional makeup suitcase they used for all their tools and notions. For project bags, I really love reusable grocery bags. I also go on a work trip every year where there are a ton of vendors who have those branded canvas bags for free...I take one of each I find and use those as project bags. I also use the fabric gift bags you can find at Christmas. Also...diaper bags...I have reused my daughter's diaper bag for a big project bag. I also purchased some others. There's so many pockets and some can transition to a backpack. I usually use these for big projects that use a lot of yarn like blankets or sweaters. I can usually fit everything I need into all the pockets and keep all my yarn in one place or at least one skein of each color.

[@Cosmic_cat_comet]

I love to have my yarn on display to keep me inspired but I unfortunately have a kitty that also likes to terrorize yarn every chance she gets. My solution were these stackable clear acrylic storage drawers from Target that I can slide onto a book shelf to store WIPs and yarn! So far she hasn’t been able to figure them out yet.

[@arthurzackaryabrin]

I like to use ziplock bags (that I usually try to press the air out) for both, storing yarn and wips. I also always write the hook size, project name and other stuff on them with a permanent marker so I can easily just look at the bag itself and know which tools I need for said wip. But I also like to put said ziplock bagged wips with the yarn I need in tote bags, so I can just grab them whenever and have everything I need. Since I use fabric totes, the zip lock bags protect my wips and yarn from weather while I carry it with me to university for example

[@LanieCr]

I store my yarn in a bureau, one drawer for each weight. I use Moth Away sachets to keep away bugs. So far so good, knock on wood. tx for the video.

[@mariabennett9573]

Like the drawer organizer I use a fishing tackle box. Great for grab and go. There are many styles of organizer boxes. The main reason I use a fishing is the lock is usually better and they are waterproof (humidity). Small mason jars work too if you prefer a display.

[@IanIsAWeirdo]

I swear you're in my brain!!!

[@crochetmezaddy]

Excited to watch this after a spring clean of my room this weekend

[@megjournals]

This was so helpful! I've been casually crocheting for a couple years now but I learnt so much from this video. Off to organise my yarn :)

[@TLYarnCrafts]

Yay! So glad it helped. I've been on an organizing kick and it makes me feel great to know that everything has a home :-)

[@jwo1923]

I got into collecting Vera Bradley tote bags several years ago. So now I have plenty of project bags to hold my WIPs. They're perfect because they have 6 inside pockets along with having enough space to hold 6 skeins & current project.

[@joycefernandezbaham8380]

I recently bought some stackable zippered bags to organize my yarn. I’m kind of a neat freak so having things laying around in bags, etc bothers me. I am so happy with the way my closet looks now.

[@ruthdennisKnits]

I use the plastic bags that new comforter and bed sets come in. They zip and are clear vinyl. I have also kept the vinyl bags that curtains come in for sock project bags. I have totes but out of site in totes I forget what’s in there. Going to label them , currently I have them sorted by yarn weight.

[@JustBeAPerson]

I do this too. Also the fabric ones with Velcro that sometimes come with a set of sheets - not for storage, but for small projects.

[@robertahartman]

Thank you so much about the information on yarn weights I learned a very big thing today yarn weights thank you so watch Tony❤❤

[@ginnyc]

I use fancy face moisturizer jars for stitchmarkers. Some are so pretty i hate throwing them away. Look nice on my desk,too! Just wash and dry thoroughly. ❤️

[@aslprobro]

AAAhhh!!! i love Vincent! he's a REAL NATIONAL TREASURE! lol and also, I've been crochetng for years, but he taught me how to knit in 2020.

[@TLYarnCrafts]

He is a gem and such a gift to this maker community :-)

[@tinahooper3470]

When I have a WIP I use an idea from Krista on the secret yarnery. Post it notes are important but I don't want to put hooks in a bag I might not get to for a while, so I use a colored stitch marker similar to the color of my hook. That tells me what hook to use when I return to it.😊

[@PitsFam]

Great ideas here, thanks! Would love to see some ways to keep yarn samples, like a yarn library so that I know what I have at a glance.

[@AdamRast]

I love this! I've been trying to learn yarn crafts so I can teach my daughter and your videos have been incredibly helpful. 🎉

[@sherriragin2028]

Great ideas! Dollar tree stackable plastic shoeboxes have been my go to storage solution…they come in great colors that change with the seasons👍🏽

[@customMadebyACLD]

Just found your channel. Your video just popped up on my feed. So glad it did. ❤ Lots of wonderful ideas? I made myself a project bag so I can use m scraps and all those min skeins that I love to collect. Then I decided to line it with fabric so that things don't snag. It's also an awesome way to use up your fabric scraps. For my crochet hooks I made a case. Pattern is by Priscilla Hewitt and there is a video on KZbin made by Naztasia. I customized mine to fit my ergonomic hooks as well as added pockets (lined so things don't slip through) for all my notions. It looks like a binder. Of course now I want one for my knitting needles. 😂 At home I use a basket that I can carry with me from room to room.

[@frannie4310]

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[@martyal]

Makes me glad that I got rid of all my carpet.

[@marshall9093]

Camera bags come in all sorts of configurations and sizes - and have many, many pockets. Right now, I’m using a camera backpack for WIPs with my hooks in a roll-up and a silicone bag.

[@jennifermoody7363]

I must've seen Vincent's tip somewhere - I picked up souvenir mint tins at Disney last year & *someday* they will hold notions!!

[@sarveale]

Old shoe boxes or bags are food to store hooks yarn or project and you can label them and stack them so can see at a glance what you have. Hope that helps x

[@heyhey_melissacrochets]

our local dollarama has large "storage luggage bags" that are essentially a massive, heavy duty zippy bag. No snags, and fit many skeins. I do wish they would stack nicely, but I have the space.

[@andrealouis-visser4973]

Thank you for another idea worthy video. I cannot part with little tins, etc. Have been using Altoid, Sucrets, etc. forever. Also using gift boxes/baskets from Harry&David. Very handy. Love the small shopping bags from JoAnns for WIPs.

[@dianeloehr6203]

OMG this was so wonderful. Great ideas….now I want to go shopping.

[@SewardWriter]

This is one of the channels I recommend to people who want to learn to crochet. 💖

[@traceypentzer1268]

This is the first video of yours that I've come across and I loved it. Such great ideas. I'm new to crochet but I started knitting about 15 years ago so I have a huge yarn stash and so many unfinished projects. I can't wait to try some of your ideas, especially on keeping those UFOs where I can see them! Thanks so much. I'll definitely be looking into more of your videos!

[@DaBayleef]

Similar to the altoids tin, if you're a pokemon lover the mini tins are a very cute substitute to store notions in (and nobody will ask you for a mint!).

[@pattypage6723]

WIPS😂😂😂. Out of control. Working on sorting everything out and frog or finish. So many new things you try🤪😂. What fun it is❤

[@rebeccasimpkins8231]

We have 3 crocheters in my house. It makes project bag management a must. I have 2 that were purchased for me that I use for travel projects. While I love my bags, I find that I prefer using storage bins for my stationary projects. Especially ones with a top. I use them so that my WIPS aren't confused with my mother and daughters. Plus I can keep everything in the bin, put a lid on it, and then put it on the shelf for my WIPs. They range in size to accomodate anything from the amigurumi I'm making (complete with a bag of poly fil) to my blankets (12 -16 skeins). I keep the pattern, hook, notions box/bag (slowly becoming my new addiction), notebook, pen, and yarn all in the labeled container complete with a due date on it. The due date doesn't always work, but it reminds me when I want it complete. If it's a gift I'll leave a note in the bin for myself. It's a little bit of extra work when I go to start a new project, but it keeps me motivated. A note on noti0n tins, I picked up a couple of cute metal pencil boxes at the dollar store for $1.25. They are the perfect size for a hook, foldable scissors or seam snippers, stitch markers and I add a small magnet to help keep track of pins and my tapestry needle.

[@tiffanyjack6095]

For my project bag addiction, um, I mean storage, I have an old coat rack for my studio. I also sew all types of bags, backpacks, briefcases, wallets and the like from everything like cotton to leather, so my studio has to accommodate both yarn and fabric and all the notions for both. Whenever I get new yarn in, I tend to leave it in the plastic it comes in and add a sticky note to it with the pattern on it. Or, if I know it will be a while before I can get to it, (like a selfish project) I might even leave it in the box, but I will write on the outside of the box what is inside and the name and location of the pattern.