Best organizing solutions for paper

Best organizing solutions for paper - Collage Ephemera

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In this video, I'll be sharing some valuable insights on best organizing solutions for your paper ephemera and collage pieces, tailored to fit your unique creative space and collection size.
Are you struggling to find storage solution for your ever-growing collection of paper treasures? Join me as I explore a range of organizing options, from nested boxes to desktop organizers and binders with page pockets.
But here's the twist: there's no one-size-fits-all solution. The best organizing solution for you depends on the size of your paper collection and the space you have available. Whether you're a seasoned collage artist with stacks of vintage postcards or a beginner just starting to build your collection, I've got you covered!
Throughout this video, I'll offer practical tips and creative ideas to help you maximize your storage space and keep your paper ephemera organized and easily accessible. From sorting by color and theme to creating custom labels for your storage containers, I'll share strategies to streamline your organization process and make your creative workflow smoother than ever.
Whether you're looking to tidy up your studio space or simply seeking inspiration for your next collage project, this video is sure to spark joy and creativity in your artistic journey.
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@LYLOCrafts 3 ай бұрын

That sticky note ideas is genius! Thank you!

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! I didn’t come up with the idea. Just sharing 😉

@janc6495 Ай бұрын

omg that sticky note tip……..BRILLIANT!!!!!!!!!!

@MargareteMiller Ай бұрын

If I could remember where I learned that I’d tell you. 🙃

@luannfischer747 3 ай бұрын

I rewatch your videos like this every few months, just to be encouraged again. My favorite quote of you is,,, It's the one that works for you. That always sets me to thinking about 'what is it’ that actually works for ME? Once I wrap my head around that I can get moving forward. I enjoy your soft-spoken way of imparting your knowledge. Thanks

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

What lovely comments❣️ Thank you so much 😘 And I’m glad my videos are useful 👍🏼

@libertylost8286 2 ай бұрын

I use cardboard trays from canned cat food and cut down different sized boxes to use that fit in the trays. I keep the tray and boxes at 2 inches that way I can stack the trays on top of one an other. I use painters tape for labels, because I change what is in the trays, all the time, so I can easily remove the labels and add a new one. I could make them all look nice by covering them with matching paper, but I don’t have the time and I want to make journals more than I want a “cute” organizing system. 😁. I use wax paper in binders for stickers. I have all my stamps off wooden blocks and the clear stamps out of the packaging and put them in binders. I attach all my brads to clear plastic sheets. I just take my awl and punch holes and put the brads on. I store them in binders. I use plastic gutters for my rolls of ribbon. I put my paper napkins in photo pouches and that way I can flip through and find what I want. I use repositioning tape for some paper items, but I am going to switch to post-it notes. That is much cheaper. Thanks for the ideas. 0:15

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Great ideas. Thank you ❣️

@amythomas9204 3 ай бұрын

I love the sticky note idea! Thanks so much! I use the plastic trays that come inside Oreo cookie packages to hold washi tape rolls. Perfect size for most washi, fits nicely in a drawer, free item, AND you get to eat the Oreos!

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Nice idea for washi trays. I never would have thought of that 👍🏼❣️🌟

@adalovelace7806 3 ай бұрын

I scour second hand stores for old photo albums with plastic inserts that have pockets originally used for photos. I really like how this works for me.

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Yep. Sounds like a good system 👍🏼💜🌟

@mariannevandermarel4665 2 ай бұрын

Great ideas, Margarete! I was looking for simple storage and now i found them. Thank you so much for sharing!

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 💙

@lenalossev1839 2 ай бұрын

Many great ideas! Thanks! 🤗🕊️ I find display cartons in supermarkets for free (when the items are sold out of course 😅) They have sturdy backs and slanted sides. Perfect for the desk. I also bought a thingy for holding jewellery (charity shop find) It is double sided with small see through pockets and it has a hanger which makes it very convenient to hang in your creative space. Perfect for ephemera and other small things. Holds a lot and easy to see every item.

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing these suggestions. Great ideas!! 👏🏼

@pquack51 15 күн бұрын

Such great ideas!!! Love the sticky note idea!! I've seen tutorials to make paper holders out of cereal boxes. I used this and it works!

@lesliespeers2739 3 ай бұрын

Love all the ideas especially the nesting trays or baskets. And don't forget thrift stores they're loaded with great options. TFS Hugs * L

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Yes! You can make so many things work from thrift shops 👏🏼💙🌟

@emgem2804 3 ай бұрын

Love the magazine holder for stencils idea! Much better than the sheet protector in a binder or in a drawer ❤❤ you're a joy to watch! Thank you 😊- Monica

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching, Monica ❣️I was just in the Michels craft store last week and they’ve got nice magazine bins out 👍🏼💜🌟

@lisagreen3778 2 ай бұрын

Love your new hairstyle! And I really like the post-it note idea…I’m going to give it a try!😁👍🏻

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! 💜

@carlenegilpin261 2 ай бұрын

Awesome ideas.I like the sticky note idea😀

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@ChristinasPaperCreations 3 ай бұрын

Good examples. I use wooden cigar boxes.

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

They must look really nice when you have them out n your work space 👍🏼❣️🌟

@loiscorwin4627 3 ай бұрын

What a TERRIFIC video on organizing! This is exactly what I needed to see! And, as usual, Margarete, you did a terrific job of explaining and showing the actual supplies and methods for organizing. Thank you SO much!

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, Lois❣️

@petriekaspardlov7787 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Margarete 😊Organizing videos are fun! I love all aspects of “crafting”, including going through my art supplies and reorganizing and changing things up ! 💕 especially love pretty boxes and tins

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

I think it's important to be looking over your space and reassessing your spacing needs on a regular basis. And there are always new ideas to play with, right? 😉❣️👏🏼

@WoodlandInspired 2 ай бұрын

Hi Margarete These are all fabulous ideas and I really like the sticky note one. Thank you for sharing! 🤗

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Glad you like them! 😉❣️👏🏼

@dorisandujar8277 3 ай бұрын

This video was just on time for me. I live in a tiny cottage with very little space. I have storage bins I have to store in my closet. My only craft space is in my kitchen on my table. Yesterday was so frustrating trying to craft and searching through containers to find supplies. I found your idea of using binders or sketch pads to be of great value to me. This will allow me to store papers and use my book shelf which is easily accessible. Thank you for your useful ideas. ❤❤😊

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Wonderful! I truly believe you need to try things to see what’s best for YOU. And you’re going to have the best ideas because it’s your space ❣️

@skyqueenstudios 2 ай бұрын

I have a paper organizer shelf (the one that fits into the kallax from ikea) and what I like to do with it is I have trays that are loaded with different types of papers in various sizes. Some trays are drawer organizers with compartments for small things and in those I have stuff like postage stamps, stickers, little fussy cuts etc. other trays are for holding larger pieces of paper - gel prints, cardstock, coffee dyes, book pages… I change it up all the time based on what I’m working at the time. I like having the open trays available all the time so I can just use them as I go but I do change them out when I have a large project with specific stuff I want to use. I also use clear plastic poly envelopes and clear plastic project cases (I like the 9”x12” sizes) I organize and label them by type. I use this for “finished” gel prints and paper dyeing etc that are waiting to be used. I am a gelli printer too, and I find that those papers are a process that sometimes takes a long time because I produce such a high volume of papers when I gel print. It can quickly get overwhelming so I came up with an easy solution. I got some of those desk top hanging file organizers and created a system for my work in progress gelli prints. I created 3 categories by size and then subdivided them further into warm colours and cool colours. I’ve played with other categories but this is what I’m using right now. The problem I struggle with most is that I’m a nerd for organizing stuff but if I drill it down too far, I end up with endless containers of stuff and it becomes a real chore to search through and in my creative flow I actually prefer to have a mixed up bunch of stuff to rifle through. I have to strike a balance of putting things away to make it easy to find again later, and easy to work with when I’m in the middle of a project.

@lindaroberts2282 3 ай бұрын

I'd never thought of that sticky note paper hack; gotta try that! Thank you for always sharing your fabulous ideas.☺

@tfntexas 25 күн бұрын

Great ideas!

@FindsByPirjo 3 ай бұрын

After every project I put all the items back to their places before starting the new one. I love the stencil storage idea as well as the sticky note one and will try those. I have my different kind of paper ephemera in plastic folders with labels (like animals, botanical, movie etc.). My buttons are all in marmelade jars by color and that work well. Thank you for an other great video Margarete and Happy Easter !

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Buttons in jars... I need to do that. Thanks, Pirjo 😉❣️👏🏼

@wandabowring4816 2 ай бұрын

"Sticky note" best tip

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful👍🏼

@caronwood1316 2 ай бұрын

Wow! Was that ever helpful! Thank you.

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

So glad! 😉❣️👏🏼

@happyheidishow-2s268 3 ай бұрын

I love all your ideas, but came here to especially see what you made in the thumbnail.

@jaytee2642 2 ай бұрын

Yeah, that was a disappointment. 😕

@robertakeirn1870 3 ай бұрын

I found a 6’ cubby at a thrift store that fit perfectly on my craft table. Gave it a quick scrub and a touch of paint and I was loaded with options! Great video, thanks!

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Perfect!! I'm so glad you found something that works for you in your space. 💜

@noreenhennessy9299 3 ай бұрын

Love your sticky note hack

@JournalBreeze 3 ай бұрын

Great shares Margarete. I saw those boxes at Target in the past and didn't think to stand papers up in it. My share is that I use vintage office metal dividers that are long with big space between tall dividers. I put larger similar papers inside and some in large baggies, upright. I hope you know what I'm talking about. 😊❤

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

I do know what you're talking about! I just saw some at the re use center. I may need to go back and get some 😉❣️👏🏼

@sheilabartlett6044 3 ай бұрын

Lots of great ideas, it was very helpful, thank you! 8:48

@thefrostypea4040 Ай бұрын

Love the ideas. I'm in the process of organizing my art studio so I can use all the ideas possible. New subdue.

@MargareteMiller Ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! Good luck on your reorganizing. 👍🏻

@jeanettekroening3238 3 ай бұрын

Post It notes - genius! Thanks for another informative video.

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! ❤️

@marybethschuiteman484 3 ай бұрын

Perfect timing for me....I am spring cleaning my art studio and sort of overwhelmed with all the stuff I have. Papers are always on my search and rescue list!

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Good! I’m wishing you luck and perseverance to getting things to the way you like them 👍🏼❣️🌟

@Ann-eh7ii 3 ай бұрын

Great ideas. I am having a craft space remodel done so I can use these ideas. ❤❤❤

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Wonderful! 😉❣️👏🏼

@caroltanzi29 3 ай бұрын

Margarette: great video, especially that idea with the sketch book and sticky notes. Very clever. Excellent tutorial, as usual. Thank you. Carol from California

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

As always, Carol, thanks so much for the encouragement and kind comments. You’re a dear 😘

@michelel3372 3 ай бұрын

As always, this is very helpful. Thank you!! I still use the old fashion method of storing my paper in hanging folders. But I always struggle with what to do with smaller pieces of paper, so your ideas are very useful to me.

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you've got some new ideas to play with 😉❣️👏🏼

@CraftingandRelaxing 2 ай бұрын

TFS your ideas!! I’m very messy and I just add more. 😂💙💙💙

@judyluthy9724 3 ай бұрын

I love the sticky note in a sketchbook solution so much!

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Great! Try it out and see if it’s a good solution for you 👍🏼

@debbiev.1311 3 ай бұрын

Love your ideas...using alot of them already! Stencils in a magazine holder...adding to my list! 😘

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Oh good! Glad it was helpful 😉❣️👏🏼

@bettylongshore9594 3 ай бұрын

LOVE your ideas!!!!!!!!

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Yay! Thank you, Betty❣️

@cathyjoubert5483 3 ай бұрын

More great tips!

@virginiamartin-authorspeaker 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing ❤

@alemapretsof 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! You gave me some great ideas to try.

@Jenny-W1910 3 ай бұрын

Great ideas Margarete! Thank you. I really like your shorter hair too, you look and sound lovely, as always 🙂 Being organized/having my supplies ready to go is a must, otherwise, I end up organizing! haha Thanks again.

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, Jenny❣️ And way to go for being organized. You get more done 👍🏼💜🌟

@Jenny-W1910 3 ай бұрын

@@MargareteMiller That's for sure, took me a long time to figure that out, a lot of frustration along the way but then one day it dawned on me, the same way I prefer to "prep" ingredients when I'm cooking (to save time, etc) I could have my artsy supplies "prepped" in a similar way-at least by knowing where things are-lol

@ConnyLehmann 2 ай бұрын

fanatstic video

@MargareteMiller 2 ай бұрын

Thank you ❣️

@donnaharrison2688 3 ай бұрын

Great ideas.

@GwenTheTrashWitch 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for all the tips! Everything helps! Love the post it note idea! 💖

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Good! So glad you enjoyed it💙

@tncolmd1615 3 ай бұрын

great ideas

@lionunderthestars7019 3 ай бұрын

Great video. I especially liked the sticky note idea.

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

So glad! 💜

@DarlaPhillips92 3 ай бұрын

Love these ideas ❤

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

So glad! 💜

@YvonneCook-gv5pq 3 ай бұрын

Really useful storage id3as, thank you 😊❤

@shirleysavoie6637 3 ай бұрын

Thank you very useful 👍

@annelarsson6152 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Margarete for sharing your great tips for storage of your paper! I am in the midst of trying to get more and better order in my craft room. Happy Easter 🐣 🐥🐣🐥❤️❤️

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Happy Easter, Anne 🌷🌷🌷

@martinaradtke2510 3 ай бұрын

Hi Margarete, I use for smaller pieces an old postage stamp album. Greetings from Easter holidays in Spain, Martina

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Great idea, Martina. I have to explore using an old album. I have some that are not in use. 🌟 Enjoy your time in Spain 🌸

@amyb82941 3 ай бұрын

💜💜💜

@dakielty 3 ай бұрын

Lots of great ideas. I am nowhere near this point!

@stephaniebanks9650 3 ай бұрын

Curious -- I implemented your suggestion to find that 1/2 hour to organize ephemera. Did that the other day and labelled every bag. Much easier to locate what I'm looking for. The collaging material has to be compatible with all my bins on a shelf in my closet which contain my fabric, threads and other sewing implements.

@MargareteMiller 3 ай бұрын

Great! I’m glad you’ve got a solution that’s working for you. 👍🏼💙🌟