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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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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
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
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
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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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
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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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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