Tip Six: Organize Your Embellishments in a Way that Keeps Them Visible and Easy to Access

Organize your embellishments by storing them in either clear containers or open containers that keep them visible and easy to access.

Why

Visible and accessible storage for your embellishments ensures you can quickly find what you need, boosting your efficiency. It prevents the frustration of digging through piles of supplies and helps maintain a tidy workspace. Keeping your embellishments in plain sight also inspires creativity by allowing you to see all your options at a glance.

How

Sort by Type: Group your embellishments by type, such as buttons, beads, rhinestones, and sequins. Also separate lose embellishments from those that are on sheets like gem sheets or pearl sheets.
Use Clear Containers: Store them in clear jars, trays, or boxes so you can easily see the contents.
Label Everything: Utilize labels to help keep everything organized and easy to find.
Designate a Space: Assign a specific area in your craft room for embellishment storage to keep your workspace clutter-free.

Extra Tip: Utilize Storage Solutions that keep Embellishments Visible and Easy to Access

If you your embellishments are easy to see and easy to grab, your paper crafting or scrapbooking projects will be progress much more quickly. Here are a few of our favorite ways to store the different types of craft embellishments.

Enamel Dots, Gem Stickers, and Pearl Stickers

TE Simple Storage Boxes: These boxes are perfect for storing embellishments that come on smaller sheets like enamel dots, gem stickers, and pearl stickers. The clear box helps you quickly identify its contents and it can be stored in a Stamp-n-Storage TE Simple Storage Cabinet.
Storage Pockets & Paper Pockets: Ideal for organizing and storing sticker sheets and other flat embellishments. These pockets keep your items protected while making them easy to access. The tabs on the pockets allow you to label your embellishments so you can find what you need quickly. Storage Pockets are available in 6x7 and 9.5x7 sizes, while Paper Pockets are available in 8.5x11 and 12x12 sizes.

Loose Sequins & Embellishments

Crafty Storage Jars: These clear jars with a cover are great for storing loose sequins and small embellishments. The individual jars make it easy to grab only the embellishments you need for your paper crafting project.You can store your jars neatly in a Stamp-n-Storage Drawer Cabinet with the Crafty Storage Jar Grid, or keep your jars visible and store in a Chalk Paste & Glitter Holder or Large Jar Carousel for IKEA.
Bead Storage Solutions by Elizabeth Ward: Although these were originally designed for beaders and jewelry makers, Bead Storage Solutions are becoming a popular choice for organizing paper crafting embellishments. The different size Containers provide you with a versatile storage solution for small to large collections. The possibilities are endless when you add a Bead Storage Solutions Tray to hold your Containers, and a Storage Cube for your Trays!
Accessory Trays or Half Trays with a Drawer Cabinet: If you don't want to worry about opening jars or containers, Accessory Trays are a great option for you. Accessory trays fit neatly into drawer cabinets, providing a versatile and organized way to store a variety of embellishment sizes. Stamp-n-Storage Drawer Cabinets were designed with the paper crafter in mind, providing shallow drawers to maximize the space for embellishment storage.

Stickers and Ephemera

Storage Pockets & Paper Pocket: These are great options for organizing our stickers and ephemera. Storage Pockets are available in 6x7 and 9.5x11 sizes, while the Paper Pockets are available in 8.5x11 and 12x12 sizes. Your pocket will keep your supplies protected while the tab allows for easy labeling so you can quickly find what you need, when you need it!