Looking back on the art I’ve been making for the past few months I’ve done quite a bit of digital work. I started really delving into Procreate when we went on Vacation earlier this year, and I haven’t stopped exploring the possibilities since. While planning for our vacation in late February and early March of his year I opted to take only my camera and iPad. No knitting, no sketch book, no art supplies. This was the first time I’d ever taken only my iPad, with the intent of creating art while on a vacation. I had a plan to limit my supplies and challenge myself to only using procreate. My plan worked, I learned a lot about procreate and I enjoyed to process. The biggest thing I learned was how very freeing being able to sit on the couch or the porch at night with just an iPad and a pencil was. There was no figuring out where to put supplies, or how to juggle a sketchbook on my lap, or being confined to the table. The other bonus ...
I know what you're thinking, who wants storage solutions for Christmas. Honestly? Only EVERY MAKER I KNOW! This is like a secondary hobby for any maker. We're always looking for ways to sort or supplies. These are just a few of my faves.
Wire Baskets - Not just any wire baskets, but wire baskets that fit a pegboard. These have been a game-changer for me. I store my Distress Oxide pads right next to my desk in these baskets and I use them so much more now.
Rolling Storage Cart - This is only one version of rolling cart in my studio. These were part of the upgrade that I did over the summer. I wanted more surface area for things but wanted it to be mobile. When I don't need the surface they roll under my desk. I store my watercolors, ink refills, paper scraps, label maker and so many other things in the drawers.
Metal Pegboard - I love these so much! They look pretty, are super sturdy, and secure to the wall in six places. I have a lot of stuff on all three of my pegboards and they are an awesome way to take your storage vertical.
Iris Containers - I specifically like the 5" x 7" size. I use them to store embellishments, mini ink cubes, prestamped images for coloring later, and stitching supplies for easy grab and go. Sturdy cases that lock closed firmly.
Storage Bins with Handles - These are part of my stamp storage. I can't take credit for the system I use for stamp storage, I first saw it used by Jennifer McGuire. I label a clear storage sleeve for each stamp set. Each sleeve goes into a storage bin, sorted by designer.
SSS Clear Storage Sleeves - Part two of the stamp storage system.
SSS Clear Pockets - Smaller than the storage sleeves and a bit heavier, I used these for die storage. Always labeled and then placed in a basket on one of my pegboards near my die cutting machine.
 Wire Basket for Slatwall & Pegboard Shop at: AZ |
 Rolling Storage Cart and Organizer with 7 Metal Mesh Drawers Shop at: AZ |
 Wall Control Pegboard 32in x 16in Galvanized Metal Pegboard Shop at: AZ |
 IRIS Photo and Embellishment Keeper (10 Pack) Shop at: AZ |
 Storage Bins with Handles Shop at: AZ |
 Simon Says Stamp Clear STORAGE SLEEVES Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp CLEAR POCKETS Storage Shop at: SSS |
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