Organizing your junk journal supplies is essential to streamline your creative process and find what you need easily. Here’s a list of how to organize various items used in making your journals:
1. Paper and Pages:
- Separate different types of paper, including cardstock, scrapbook paper, vintage book pages, and specialty papers.
- Consider using magazine holders or file folders to categorize and store paper by type and size.
- I use a file folder organizer to store ephemera that is approximately 8 1/2 x 11.
- I use a smaller container to organize fussy cut images.
- I use a 12 x 12 3-drawer organizer for my scrapbook paper.
2. Embellishments:
- Sort embellishments like stickers, buttons, brads, and charms by theme or type.
- Use clear plastic containers with dividers to keep small embellishments organized.
3. Stamps and Ink:
- Store rubber stamps in clear containers or drawers with labels for easy identification.
- Organize ink pads by color in a storage caddy or tiered trays.
4. Writing Tools:
- Keep pens, pencils, markers, and brushes in cups, jars, or a desktop organizer for quick access.
- Consider a pencil case or roll-up pouch for portable use.
5. Adhesives:
- Store adhesive tapes, glue sticks, and liquid adhesives in a designated container or drawer.
- Keep them upright to prevent leakage.
6. Fabric and Textiles:
- Fold or roll fabric scraps neatly and store them in bins or baskets.
- Use clear, labeled bags for smaller textile items like ribbons and lace.
7. Trinkets and Charms:
- Keep small trinkets, charms, and beads in separate containers with compartments.
- Label each container or use transparent ones to see the contents easily.
8. Tools and Cutting Supplies:
- Arrange cutting tools like scissors, craft knives, and rulers in a drawer or on a pegboard for easy access.
- Organize other tools like hole punches and embossing tools in a toolbox or on a shelf.
9. Stencils and Templates:
- Store stencils and templates in labeled folders, clear sleeves, or file organizers.
- Keep them flat to prevent damage.
10. Washi Tape and Ribbons: – Use a dedicated washi tape dispenser or a small rod to keep your tape rolls accessible. – Keep ribbons on spools or wrapped around cards in a clear container.
11. Specialty Items: – Create a separate section for specialty items like vintage postcards, dried flowers, and any other unique materials. – Use labeled boxes or containers to keep them safe and organized.
12. Journal Covers: – Store ready-made journal covers in a specific location or a designated box.
13. Workspaces: – Keep your workspaces organized with ample table space for your creative process. – Use trays or organizers for in-progress projects to avoid clutter.
- I have a 6-tray project organizer I got from Joanne Fabrics. The key is to keep it organized by project.
Remember to label containers and drawers for easy identification. Regularly declutter and review your supplies to ensure everything remains in order. This organization system will help you stay efficient and inspired when creating your junk journals.