Getting organized does not have to depend on boring plastic bins and drab sticker labels—the world of storage has so much potential to be colorful, clever and uber-creative! From craft storage to gift-wrap organization to DIY jewelry holders, you'll be amazed at how easy and quick it is to create effective and attractive solutions for every room of the house.
If you ask any parent, they'll tell you that toy storage is a beast that needs to be tamed! With color-coded labels, your kids will learn quickly what goes where! Paint unfinished wood round picture frame ornaments, print the toy category out on your home printer (for example: dolls, blocks, toys, vehicles, etc), and hang them onto these Honey Can Do 3 Piece Cozy Weave Baskets. Weave colored twine or yarn through the ropes to add another level of design.
Idea by Amanda Kingloff of Project Kid
Clear containers are the way to go when you are searching for the perfect pom-pom or paint bottle in your craft stash. Adding painted strips of ombre color to the bottom of a set of glass jars brings a touch of design to a simple storage solution.
Idea by Sara & Melissa of Alice & Lois
The only befitting way to store your lovely collection of ribbon is by making a stylish holder to display it! Start with a wood round, drill holes, and paint in a modern, color-blocked pattern. You'll want to let this beauty live outside the craft room to show it off!
Idea by Oriental Trading Team
A tangled mess of necklaces can be every reason to pull your hair out! Instead of dropping your chains and charms into a jewelry box, try making this simple hanger using a wood plaque, large wood beads, and acrylic craft paint. In addition to being a great organizer, it also looks stylish on the wall!
Idea by Sara & Melissa of Alice & Lois
One way to inspire your kids to keep themselves organized is to help them make a bespoke storage solution that will bring them joy! Start with these sturdy craft rolls, and decorate them to match your child's room, in rainbow order, or maybe in a quiet, monochromatic scheme. Paint the craft rolls or cover in a solid or patterned paper, then add some bling with self-adhesive craft jewels.
Idea by Haeley Giambalvo of Design Improvised
As parents, it's fun to look back at your kids' school papers over the years...and it's entertaining for them to see how they've grown and learned. Label transparent folders with chalkboard stickers that say which grade is represented. This storage idea will keep them organized and safe from moisture in any basement or attic.
Idea by Tiffany Hewlett of Making the World Cuter
The best part of these unfinished wood slat crates decorated with washi tape is that you can easily change up the stripe colors or patterns without damage! The added wood letters make for a creative label—then you can add stripes of tape to match your decor.
Idea by Haeley Giambalvo of Design Improvised
Whether you are throwing a party or your kitchen is Grand Central Station with your kids and their friends, this cute use of the American Crafts craft cart is genius! It has all the essentials laid out for you from from Yay Silly Plastic Straws to the cutest cups ever!
Idea by Natalie Mayhew of Fern & Maple
Keeping yourself organized in school can make all the difference! Adding a few DIY storage tips allow kids to store pens, notebooks, and knick knacks so they can be on time for class. Adding self-adhesive magnets to plastc storage cups and bins allows kids to use all the space possible in their lockers. We give these clever ideas an A+!
Idea by The Crafting Chicks
Turn a colorless ceramic jewelry box into something really special with the help of our favorite craft supply, washi tape! These DIY tricket storage holders are such a simple and quick transformation that make a really special gift!
Idea by Carrie Waller of Dream Green DIY
Having all of your craft supplies right where you want them is the goal of any crafter. Create this dreamy peg board wall storage, complete with all the bells and whistles. Hang these paint bucket favor containers from hooks to hold anything from colored chalkboard chalk to glitter glue pens!
Idea by Shauna Krantz of Ella & Annie
Keeping your gift wrapping supplies organized and neat (meaning, wrinkel-free) is a task before you even get to wrapping presents! Making the World Cuter came up with an amazing use for the Anchor Chart Storage Rack. Meant to be used by teachers to hang large posters, this version of the storage rack has a place for everything gift wrap from baker's twine to gift bags. Just roll your clever rack over to your dining room table and voila—it's like a craft room on wheels!
Idea by Tiffany Hewlett of Making the World Cuter