If you’re like most scrapbookers, you have a lot of supplies! And if you’re like most scrapbookers, you probably don’t have enough storage space for all of your supplies! That’s why we’ve put together a list of the best storage solutions on the market to make scrapbooking storage super easy. Whether you need to store paper, stickers, tools, or photos, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for our top recommendations!
Create A Scrapbook Organization System
The first step to managing your scrapbooking storage is creating an organization system that’s personal and suits your crafting style. Group your supplies before you start thinking about storing them. This will help you to get a better sense of what you have and how much space you need. We split our supplies up into:
- Scrapbook papers and cardstock
- Punches, stamps and tools
- Embellishments, ribbons and mementoes
- Photos and albums
This helped us immensely when it came to getting our craft room organized! Once you’ve sorted your supplies, it’s time to start thinking about how you want to store them.
Let’s jump straight in! Here’s our list of the best scrapbooking storage solutions. Read on to find all our organization tips!
Hanging And Wall Storage Options
Make use of your scrapbook room’s walls with hanging and wall storage! This is a great way to save space and keep your work area tidy.
Over The Door Organizer
This one is perfect for small spaces, utilize the back of your door for scrapbooking storage with this hanging organizer!
This is a great place to store your scrapbook punches, stamps and tools. As you can see in the picture with this organizer you get a surprisingly large amount of storage space from an area you potentially weren’t using before!
The JARLINK 5-Shelf Over Door Hanging Organizer pictured is the best one we found and the one we use ourselves. As a bonus, you can get it in 7 colours to match your craft room! Check it out by clicking the button.
Wall Mounted Storage Bins
These wall-mounted storage bins which you would normally find in a woodworking shop are perfect for us crafters too! The storage bins have room for labels and are removable! These are best for storing your embellishments, ribbons and mementoes and the colour-coded design makes them easy to organize!
The pictured set from HORUSDY is great value, once you have a set you won’t know how you ever did scrapbooking storage without them!
Pegboard Wall Panel Kit
Pegboards are not only for the garage! This is a great way to organize your scrapbooking tools, washi tapes and other smaller items. You can buy a kit like the one pictured, that comes with everything you need to get started!
This is a perfect scrapbooking storage solution for those who like to be able to see their supplies as it’s all on display. As a bonus, it’s really easy to add or remove items as your needs change and you can get all kinds of pegboard accessories online!
The pictured Pegboard Organizer Kit contains 58 pieces so you have everything you need to get organized right away!
Once you have your scrapbooking storage check this out to get all your supplies at the best prices! Scrapbooking Supplies The Perfect Guide For Everyone
Paper And Cardstock Storage
Storing the large amounts of scrapbooking paper pads and cardstock you collect over the years can be one of the biggest issues we scrapbookers face! Don’t worry, here are the best paper and cardstock storage solutions for every scrapbooker!
Wooden Paper Storage Unit
The AdirOffice wooden craft paper storage unit pictured fits in almost any craft space, it’s very compact for the amount of storage it offers!
This one is our favourite of these types of units because you can adjust each shelf height, and it comes in 12, 16, 24 and 36 compartment options meaning you can get the perfect unit for your scrapbooking storage!
These units are stackable meaning as the number of supplies you have grows it’s easy to upgrade your storage, we love things like this that just make our lives a little easier!
Rolling Drawer Storage Cart
This scrapbooking storage cart on wheels is perfect for paper storage, it comes with 20 drawers which are great for storing all those paper pads! The drawers are 2.5″ deep making them the perfect size for paper and cardstock. The drawers are also available in a range of colours to match your crafting space!
This is a great storage solution if you need to move your supplies around a lot! The very high-quality wheels make it very easy to manoeuvre.
Storex Craft Project Box
We have written about the storex craft project boxes in our other articles because they are just so good for scrapbooking storage! They are perfect for paper and cardstock storage and come in a range of colours so you can colour code your supplies!
They are stackable and made to last, a much better option than most storage boxes you can buy from stores.
Photo Storage Solutions
The most important supplies in your scrapbooking are of course the photos! Here are the best storage solutions for your photos to keep them organised, safe and looking great!
You should always store photos in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight to avoid damage or fading. You can also purchase desiccant packs to add to your scrapbooking storage these absorb any moisture in the air keeping everything nice and dry!
Novelinks Photo Case 4″ x 6″
4″ x 6″ is the most common photo sizing and these cases are perfect for them! The Novelinks Photo Case has 16 inner photos containers that can hold 100 photos and they are all stored within a really neat box.
Use labels to make it easy to find the photos you are looking for! In our opinion, this is the best photo storage option for scrapbookers on the market today!
ZAMATE 5″ x 7″ Photo Box
If you have some photos which are a little bigger (5″ x 7″) the ZAMATE Photo Box is the perfect solution! It comes with 7 photo boxes which hold 100 to 120 photos each, so you can store up to 840 photos!
The transparent design of the ZAMATE photo organizer allows you to quickly and easily find the photos you’re looking for! Without compromising on keeping them safe!
IBune Scrapbook Storage Box
The iBune storage boxes are 8.5″ x 11″ making them perfect for even the biggest photos! These boxes are very multifunctional and every crafter should have a set!
They come in a pack of 4 which is great value, and are made from very high quality plastic so are built to last!
Scrapbooking Embellishment Storage Options
Embellishments are the key to making your scrapbook pages stand out, they can be small so its important to have some good storage options for them so they don’t get lost!
IRIS Scrapbook Cart
The IRIS 6-Drawer Scrapbook Cart is perfect for keeping all your embellishments together, its also great for storing stamps and punches too!
This drawer set is Highly functional and portable, its very well made and the wheels make it easy to move around your craft room!
If this is a little too big for you don’t worry it also comes in a 3 drawer desk top version!
ArtBin Embellishment Storage Box
The ArtBin Embellishment storage box is perfect if you don’t need something too big to store your embellishments, it has moveable dividers so you can decide the size of each section and will keep everything neat and tidy!
Click the button for more info and pictures and to pick up one or two of these great storage options!
Sticker Storage
Over time every scrapbooker builds a great sticker collection, but if they aren’t stored properly they can get ruined! Here are the best sticker storage solutions to keep your stickers organised, safe and looking great!
YOAVIP Clear Storage Book
The YOAVIP Clear Storage Book is a 4.8″ x 9.6″ storage binder specifically made for stickers! It has 50 pages which means you can store hundreds of stickers!
The clear pockets make it easy to see the design of each sticker so you can quickly find the one you’re looking for without having to flip through pages and pages of stickers.
This is a great storage solution if you have a lot of stickers!
Sticker Box
This multifunctional sticker box has 3 moveable dividers allowing you to easily organise your stickers by theme, colour or any other way you want! The lid is also transparent so you can easily see the contents of the box without having to open it.
This is a great storage solution if you want to be able to see all of your stickers at once so you can easily find the one you’re looking for.
Storage Options For Larger Spaces
If you are lucky enough to have a larger space to store your scrapbooking supplies here are some great storage options for you!
Sauder Storage Cabinet
The Sauder Storage Cabinet was originally made for sewing crafts but it’s perfect for scrapbooking too! It’s about the size of a wardrobe with loads of shelves and a pull-out desk this is a brilliant all-in-one storage solution for your craft room!
This one is only available in the USA at the minute but will keep updating this article if it becomes available anywhere else.
TANGZON UK Cabinet
The TANGZON Cabinet is a brilliant larger storage option for crafters in the UK, it has adjustable heavy duty shelves perfect for all your scrapbooking supplies! With its 4 cupboards drawer and plenty of shelf space this is a great all in one option!
This cabinet is made to a very high standard, and would look perfect in any craft room!
ECACAD USA Cabinet
The ECACAD Cabinet a lot like the one above is a great all in one option for crafters in the USA, it has heavy duty shelves perfect for boxes of heavy scrapbooking supplies like paper pads, 4 cupboards to keep everything organised and a large counter shelf in the middle perfect for displaying finished scrapbooks!
This cabinet would be a big upgrade to any larger craft space!
Our 5 Top Tips To Keep Your Scrapbooking Supplies Organised
1. Use see-through storage containers:
This way you can easily see what is inside and find what you are looking for without having to open each container.
We love the Novelinks Photo Case and the Sticker Box for this!
2. Use labels:
Labels are a great way to keep your scrapbooking supplies organised and easy to find! You can use them on the outside of storage containers or on the shelves that you store them on.
3. Store similar items together:
This will make it easier to find what you are looking for and stop you from having to search through all of your supplies to find what you need!
4. Spend Some Time Creating An Organization System That Works!
The best way to keep your scrapbooking supplies organised is to find a system that works for you and stick to it! Everyone is different so what works for one person might not work for another. But if you find a system that works for you and stick to it, you’ll soon have an organised craft room!
5. Don’t be afraid to declutter!
As crafters, we hate throwing things out that we may be able to use in the future, but you have to be brutal with this to keep organised! If you have supplies that you never use, get rid of them! Donating or selling them is a great way to declutter your craft room and help out other crafters at the same time!
Conclusion
We hope you have found this article helpful and that you now have found some great for scrapbooking storage solutions! If you have any other great storage ideas or organization tips, be sure to let us know in the comments below! Happy Crafting!
Frequently Asked Scrapbooking Storage Questions
What is the best way to store scrapbooking paper?
The best way to store scrapbooking paper is in a flat storage container. This will protect the paper from getting wrinkled or damaged. Also be sure to keep your scrapbooking papers away from direct sunlight as this can cause them to fade over time!
What is the best way to store scrapbooking albums?
The best way to store completed scrapbooking albums is on a shelf. Where everyone can see them of course! But do your best to keep them away from moisture and out of direct sunlight to prolong their life.
If you enjoyed this article be sure to check out our other articles on scrapbooking, over in the Card And Paper craft section!
