Wishing your craft room looked like all the gorgeous ones you see on Pinterest? I was, too, but my crafting supplies seem to have taken over the entire room and may soon encompass my entire house if I do not soon find a solution. Not everyone needs the same craft room organizing solution, since we all have our different DIY specialties. If you sew, then your problem is likely too many spools of thread or fabric scraps or buckets of random sewing notions. If you paint, then you may have piles or paint tubes, brushes, and 50 different shades of reds and blues that need sorting. Or, if you are like me, and you love woodworking, sewing, painting, decoupage, paper crafts and every other type of DIY under the sun, then you need a variety of organizing solutions (to say the least!) Most of these projects are inexpensive, too, and pretty quick to make. Leaves you with more time to craft! Check out these cool craft room organizing solutions to see which ones are right for you, then design the ultimate crafting space for yourself.

Cool Ways To Organize Craft Supplies

1. Scrap Fabric Wall Organizer

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Craft room organizer sewn from scrap fabric and canvas for wall storage with supplies most crafters own

Not sure about what to do with that excess fabric laying around the craft room? Here’s an idea from Design Sponge. You can start to sew a Scrap Fabric Wall Organizer made with simple canvas and colored felt to create pockets for some of your many craft supplies. I think I may just have to make one of these. Or more than one – I could see it as a great cat-safe jewelry organizer too.

2. Giant Peg Board

gingersnapcrafts

Giant pegboard accent wall built for functional, trendy craft supply storage that anyone can try at home

This giant pegboard accent wall is trendy and quite practical. Not only does it look great but its functional too. Learn to make this DIY giant pegboard by following along with the tutorial from Ginger Snap Crafts. It’s definitely an afternoon project, & it doesn’t take long to get up at all. This is going to be awesome for organizing all of your craft supplies, & it would make a great addition to any workspace.

4. Organizing Embroidery Floss

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Embroidery floss organized on cards to keep colors tidy and untangled with supplies most crafters own

What a great and colorful idea! Mine are stuffed in away in a box, a waste of all those beautiful colors. But looking at how cool, colorful and organized this tip from Heather J’s Life is, I would probably replicate this one. Now, I can have a much-organized embroidery floss.

5. Colorful Tin Can Organizer

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Craft room organizer made from painted tin cans for desktop supply storage worth trying this weekend

Keep craft supplies organized with this Colorful Tin Can Organizer. These are great for your home, office or studio and as a unique handmade gift as well. You’ll need tin cans, printable scrap book paper, measuring tape, scissors and glue or double-sided tape. I just love the simplicity of this project, makes it actually do-able!

6. Craft Room Bucket Organization

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Craft supplies sorted into labeled buckets for a tidy crafting corner that beginners can still pull off

Do you have an area in your house dedicated for crafting? Crafting is messy. Creativity is a process – one that isn’t always tidy. Even if the process of arts and crafts is messy, nothing feels like that amazing feeling when you walk into a clean, perfectly organized craft room. Spice it up with this Craft Room Bucket Organization and find inspiration with this tutorial from Clutter Keeper.

7. DIY Magnetic Pin Holder

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Magnetic pin holder made from a candy dish for a tidy sewing table that beginners can still pull off

This magnetic pin holder will help you with any sewing projects and looks super cute on your sewing table! All you need is a candy dish and craft magnets. Just tape the magnet on the bottom of your plate and hot glue your plate onto your stand. Sewlicious Home Décor got the full instructions on how to create this awesome DIY.

8. Bobbin Bouquet

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Craft room organizer arranging bobbins on skewers like a colorful bouquet you can finish in one sitting

A Bobbin Bouquet is another perfect thing to have in your craft room. Just put a few skewers in a shaker jar and add your bobbins. By making a bouquet of bobbins you can set it by your sewing machine and when you need a bobbin you won’t have to go searching for one! I definitely need one of these! My pins seem to end up everywhere.

9. Bakers Twine Organizer

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Bakers twine organized on a simple holder to keep spools from tangling that beginners can still pull off

This Bakers Twine Organizer is seriously adorable! I need something to organize my twine, but I can’t be trusted around power tools! This is going to the top of my to do list. I think that I might use the square dowel back idea with this frame but then add some chicken wire (or something similar) and create some lovely earring storage too.

10. Doily Pencil Cup

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Pencil cup upcycled from doilies for a colorful desktop accent piece for anyone who loves this hobby

Give your workspace a pop of color by upcycling used doilies and cups. With just a little bit of time and creativity, your desktop will be clutter-free and ready for a seriously successful craft weekend. Pretty and feminine, this lacy DIY is perfect to hold all your pens and Sharpies.

12. Filing Fabric Organizer

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Craft room organizer filing fabric scraps upright like folders in a drawer with real skill behind the finish

I am a big fan of fun crafts, and this filing fabric organizer idea is one of my favorites. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Thinkingcloset at the link.

13. Lazy Susan Art Caddy

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Art supply caddy built on a lazy susan for easy spin and reach access that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

This lazy susan art caddy idea is simple, quick, and exactly a clear how-to I keep coming back to. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get the full recipe from Knockoffdecor to see every step.

16. DIY Glitter Brush Organizer

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Glitter and brush organizer built to keep art supplies sorted by type that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

This is home decor, and I never get tired of it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the glitter brush organizer. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. We’ve got the complete tutorial for you right at the link.

17. Sequin Storage

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Craft room organizer sorting sequins by color into small labeled jars that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

Whether it is a weeknight or a get-together, this sequin storage idea fits right in if you love craft ideas. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Neatandtangled at the link.

18. Convert Stool to a Craft Organizer

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Old stool converted into a rolling craft organizer with storage bins that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

Give this convert stool to a craft organizer idea a try the next time you want DIY projects. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get our full step by step tutorial to try it yourself.

19. Inexpensive Craft Room Storage Containers

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Craft supplies sorted into inexpensive containers for a budget storage system for a budget friendly upgrade

Thecraftpatchblog nailed it with this inexpensive craft room storage containers idea – easy crafts, no fuss. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the room storage containers. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Thecraftpatchblog for the complete recipe.

21. Candleholder Twine Storage

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Craft room organizer using candleholders to dispense and store twine that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

Ever crave a fun DIY? This candleholder twine storage idea is the one I keep going back to. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Yourhomebasedmom has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.

22. Yarn Storage System

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Yarn storage system sorted by color and weight for an organized stash that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

I have always loved fun crafts, and this yarn storage system idea is a great example why. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. You can grab the whole recipe from Repeatcrafterme at the link.

23. Mason Jar Twine Holders

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Twine holder made from a mason jar with a hole poked through the lid that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

This mason jar twine holders idea is quick, easy, and a real win for a clear how-to. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Get the full recipe from Acasarella to see every step.

26. Craft Button Plastic Tube Organizer

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Craft room organizer sorting buttons into small labeled plastic tubes that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

Here is home decor, and I keep coming back to it year after year. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Blog has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.

27. Turn Your Frames Into Organizers

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Picture frames turned into small trays for sorting loose craft supplies that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

From a quiet night in to a full house, this turn your frames into organizers idea works if you love craft ideas. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the frames into organizers. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Bydawnnicole at the link.

28. Old Book Shelf Fabric Organizer

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Old bookshelf repurposed into a fabric organizer with sorted cubbies that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

Try this old book shelf fabric organizer idea next time you’re after step by step instructions. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get the full recipe from Craftaholicsanonymous to see every step.

29. Stickles Storage

kattizscrapp

Craft room organizer storing glitter glue bottles upright and sorted for anyone who wants an easy weekend project to try

Kattizscrapp really knows a fun DIY, and this stickles storage idea shows it. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Kattizscrapp for the complete recipe.

30. Crib Side Repurposed into Fabric Storage

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Old crib side repurposed into a fabric bolt storage rack for the wall that looks far more expensive than it is

Around here, this crib side repurposed into fabric storage idea disappears fast whenever I make fun crafts. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Check out Dwelldelightfully’s full tutorial for all the details.

31. Framed Thread Holder

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Thread holder built inside a picture frame for a wall mounted display that the whole family can help put together

Looking for a clear how-to that actually works? This framed thread holder idea is it. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Greylustergirl has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.

32. Mason Jar Storage Shelf

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Craft room organizer mounting mason jars on a shelf for supply storage that the whole family can help put together

I will admit it, I am obsessed with an easy tutorial, and this mason jar storage shelf idea proves it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the jar storage shelf. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Poofycheeks at the link.

33. DIY Paint Storage

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Paint bottle storage built to keep craft paint sorted and stored upright that anyone can try at home

This diy paint storage idea is fuss free and delivers on handmade goods. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get the full recipe from Madincrafts to see every step.

34. Washi Tape Storage

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Washi tape storage rack built to display and dispense rolls of tape that beginners can still pull off

No need to overthink a fun DIY – this washi tape storage idea is refreshingly simple. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Thescrapshoppeblog for the complete recipe.

35. Scrapbook Paper Storage

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Craft room organizer sorting scrapbook paper upright by color and pattern with supplies most crafters own

Scrapbook Paper Storage, and it is a good one. Just fun crafts, no fuss. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the scrapbook paper storage. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Check out Catricks Creations’s full tutorial for all the details.

36. Embroidery Hoop Thread Rack

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Thread rack built from an embroidery hoop for a wall mounted display that beginners can still pull off

I do not think I will ever get tired of a clear how-to like this. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Yellowspool has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.

37. DIY Paint Brush Holder

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Craft room organizer holding paint brushes upright and sorted by size that beginners can still pull off

Weeknight, weekend, or a crowd – this diy paint brush holder idea covers an easy tutorial either way. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. You can grab the whole recipe from Redoityourselfinspirations at the link.

38. Mason Jar Pin Cushion

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Pin cushion built into a mason jar lid for a tidy small sewing station you can finish in one sitting

Put this mason jar pin cushion idea on your list next time you want handmade goods. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Get the full recipe from Seasonedhomemaker to see every step.

39. Tea Cup Pin Cushion

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Pin cushion made from a teacup for a vintage inspired sewing accent that beginners can still pull off

Credit where it is due – Pinsandneedlesnyc really delivers on a fun DIY, this tea cup pin cushion idea included. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Head over to Pinsandneedlesnyc for the complete recipe.

40. DIY String Organizers

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Craft room organizer keeping string and ribbon spools sorted and untangled that beginners can still pull off

We go through fun crafts like this quickly at my house, and this diy string organizers idea is a favorite. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the string organizers. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Check out Little White Whale’s full tutorial for all the details.

41. Art Tag Organizer DIY

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Art tag organizer built to sort small embellishments and tags by type for anyone who loves this hobby

Craving a clear how-to without much effort? This art tag organizer diy idea has you covered. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Craftygoodies has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.

42. DIY Wall Organizer for Crafts

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Wall organizer built to hold craft tools and supplies within easy reach with real skill behind the finish

Count me as a fan of an easy tutorial – this diy wall organizer for crafts idea is proof. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Designsponge at the link.

43. Spice Rack Paint Caddy

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Craft room organizer repurposing a spice rack to caddy small paint bottles that looks great on any wrist

This spice rack paint caddy idea is about as easy as a fun DIY gets. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the rack paint caddy. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get the full recipe from Thepalettemuse to see every step.

 

45. DIY PVC Pipe Tape Dispenser

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Tape dispenser built from PVC pipe for a simple wall mounted holder that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

DIY PVC Pipe Tape Dispenser for the win. This is a clear how-to at its easiest. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Check out Leftbraincraftbrain’s full tutorial for all the details.

46. 6 Pack Tool Caddy Organizer

catonalimb

Tool caddy repurposed from a six pack carrier for portable craft storage for a budget friendly upgrade

There is a reason I keep making a fun DIY like this one. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Catonalimb has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.

47. Table Organizer

wishfultinker

Craft room organizer keeping a work table tidy with small sorted bins that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

Big party or just for yourself, this table organizer idea nails fun crafts. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Wishfultinker at the link.

48. Cereal Box Drawer Dividers

iheartorganizing

Drawer dividers built from cereal boxes for a free craft supply organizer for a budget friendly upgrade

Make this cereal box drawer dividers idea your go-to next time you want a clear how-to. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the box drawer dividers. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get the full recipe from Iheartorganizing to see every step.

49. Tube Paint Storage Idea

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Tube paint storage built to keep every color sorted and easy to grab that makes a genuinely thoughtful handmade gift idea

Njainschigg’s take on a fun DIY is a good one, and this tube paint storage idea idea is why. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Njainschigg for the complete recipe.

50. Ribbon Dispenser and Organizer

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Craft room organizer dispensing and holding multiple ribbon spools at once for a fun afternoon project

This is the kind of a fun DIY my family requests on repeat, and this ribbon dispenser and organizer idea delivers. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Check out Spunkyjunky’s full tutorial for all the details.

 

 

Stephanie Hicks | DIY JOY

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Stephanie

Since I lover experiments, I’ve alwaysnloved to create, paint, as well as cook and style food. I feel in love with DIY as soon as I discovered it and could not have been more excited when I learned I could share projects with people around the world. Taking photos is a passion of mine, as is design and painting with oils. I love holidays and celebrations, crafting cute little gifts and serving up at least one new recipe I am excited about.

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