Life-Changing Advice - Get Your Craft Room Organized FOR GOOD! 

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This might already be in the comments but there is a fifth step...SENDing the cards to people after they're done. Love your videos and classes. Thank you. Best of luck in school!

I appreciate you and all you do to help fellow crafters. You are so caring and unselfish. Thank you, Mary.🤗

Mary, you are such an inspiration. I love watching all of your videos and have taken several classes. I have recently cleaned out my craft area. So many things you talk about resonates with me. You have so many things on your plate take good care of yourself please. Thank you.

All the wisdom required for getting organized is right here. And the encouragement. Thank you, Mary.

This video couldn’t have posted at a better time! I’ve already gone through a first purge and destash, sold bundles of items on eBay, it felt really good 😊 and now have craft fund savings account for when I buy something new. Now going through second destash and reorganizing. I’ve decided on storage boxes and categories and if I buy something new and it does fit in the box then something else has to go. I’ve been crafting for 30+ years and I had a lot of stuff that I hadn’t used in years. I’ve recently been talking with a counselor from employee assistance program to help me cope with the loss of my mother to pancreatic cancer and I was amazed how much she helped me realize that I was buying stuff as a coping mechanism. One thing I do now is that I give myself 24 hours. I’ll put stuff in an online shopping cart but I don’t check out , and then go back in 24 hours …if I decide I still want them then I’ll check out but I found that if I wait more often then not I’ll decide the purchase isn’t necessary. Sorry for the novel length comment, but I really appreciate the thoughts you shared here. 😊

I’m a 25+ year stamper and I’ve learned a long time ago that when watching videos, most every card can be recreated with product I already own. I learned this a long time ago, mostly because my craft fun’s is not unlimited and because one of my customers (I was a demonstrator) went bankrupt buying stamping products! That was a real eye opener. With that said, I use to buy things in quantity. I made the projects but always had leftovers. Those are the items that I keep hanging on too and I really need to admit that I’ll never go back to them. Thanks for the reminder! Good video, can’t wait to see your progress.

I’ve been stamping for over 25 years and I have a tendency to buy things that I like but not necessarily use, I’m sure I’m not the only one. I’m in the process now of clear and cleaning out. This video really hit home and I thought …how did she know that about me! I think there is a Mary in my head. I feel that after watching this I need to go over and get rid of more things. I really need to just quit buying, it seems like after watching some videos I always get something. My husband said to me that the mail lady asked if I was ok…. I hadn’t got any packages lately 😂 See ya on the next video, can’t wait for the shaker class!

What a great video! My biggest problem is letting go of things that I no longer use. My dad grew up in the depression and didn’t get rid of things, he always said he might need it and that he spent money on it. So every time I go to declutter I hear my dad’s voice saying “don’t throw that out” . All the points you made I needed to hear so thank you for sharing. 🥰💕

What great timing, Mary, I was in my craft room today and I felt overwhelmed with all the stuff. Thank you so much for sharing your organizing thought process. I appreciate it

I haven’t even got all the way thru the video yet, and omg this is perfect. The mental part is the hardest to let go of stuff even though you love it or the money spent. Thank you Mary! Exactly what I needed to hear. I am excited to purge and with a realistic outlook.

Thank you for this, Mary. One thing I've tried to be more mindful of in recent months is the cost of my purchases. I have noticed that many (at least, it seems like many) stamp companies have gone to 6x8" stamp sets. Which take up more room in my organization system, simply because I need wider containers for the wider sets. Because I don't get large stamp sets that often, I also make my own storage pockets for larger sets, rather than buying already-made ones. So it takes me a little more time & effort to put them away. Also, the larger stamp sets are more expensive. And, if I choose to get the coordinating dies, welllll.... I used to get coordinating dies almost automatically when I would get stamp sets, figuring it was just easier to use those than fussy cut or find some other way to use the stamps (e.g. on a separate panel on my card). Especially since I always struggled with fussy cutting and getting a fairly even margin around the image so that it looked good. Thankfully, a while back I learned a technique from Kristina Werner - sketch a cutting line around an image or greeting to guide me when I cut. It is an extra step, but not much longer than lining up a die & taping it in place, & I find it SO much easier to erase an errant pencil mark than to miscut with my scissors. I'd call it a game changer, at least for me. So now, when it comes to coordinating dies, I am much more thoughtful. Is there something about those dies that is much harder to do with scissors and/or a craft knife (e.g. do they cut out an interior portion that would be really hard to do by hand)? Or do I need to make a lot of the same image for mass production, which would be more facilitated by having dies? (Spoiler alert - I rarely do!) Or can I just fussy cut after drawing around the image? The positive answer often goes to Question #3. Also, I have several stamp sets that never had coordinating dies, so I have to fussy cut them if I want a cut-out image anyway. So Kristina's method helps with those, too. Anyway, that's the long version of one example of watching my $$$. Thank you again for sharing your views. I kind of cringed when you were showing the chaotic condition of your space, though. Hopefully, if you are still dealing with that, it won't last too much longer. Take care, & I hope you have a fabulous day! :)

This is such a great topic! I’ve been taking a hard look at my supplies and what doesn’t excite me any longer, things I haven’t used in a year or years, things I bought because I had FOMO. After clearing out some drawers and shelves, I already feel more creative and have worked on more cards and layouts since! Looking forward to seeing how your room turns out. TFS!

I’ve been working on not buying more things. I put what I think I want in the cart on the website and if I haven’t gone back to buy it after a few weeks I delete it. I’m not buying out of excitement for that new shiny item. I’m still working on my organization. Thanks for always giving great advice and a good way of looking at things.

My local scrapbook store has a flea market every year. This year I was quarantined in my craft room so I went through everything and packaged it and sold them….I made over $400 credit towards new craft supplies. However, the lesson learned was that over the years I spent too much on things that I never used. Now I am more mindful of “add to cart”.

Love you, girl. We're so alike in our organization. And need for a clean space

I have worked very hard on identifying what I will actually use and what my fantasy self would like to use when it comes to buying and to keeping supplies. I have also made a list of items in my studio I want to use - and I have been slowly working my way down that list. I have decluttered my studio numerous times, but it could take another round! TFS.

Fabulous Video!!!!!! Thank you for "bottom Lining" the operations of being a crafter!! Now..... I just have to do it. 🎨🌺😃

Incredible tips. I’m also working on letting go of some negative energy I’ve carried through life. So with all this info I’m excited 😊

Really hitting it Mary! I have been purchasing WAY to much for 2 years straight now. Getting back in to stamping after many years away, I felt free to purchase any and all the things, because I could. I didn't have it already, I had the space and money. NOW my space is overflowing, and nope, haven't used a fraction of the things. I'm not ready to purge as it's all new to me and I WANT to use it. Have to have a serious talk with self and slow down on the buying and speed up on the making/crafting/having fun! Yep, all the 4 parts of our hobby is totally accurate. My goal is to do more classes and in fact I purchased your bundle on your Labor Day sale. Thank you! Just have to put it in my calendar to now DO some classes! I don't know how you do all you do. Simply amazing girl! Happy Weekend!

You are a rock star, I appreciate all you shared here and especially how you explained about the balance being off

This is a fabulous video, Mary. I reorganize and purge every 6 months. I watch while I craft. I also cut down who I watch. I don't watch channels that I hardly ever learn from. The videos/channels have to be one I learn from regularly. It has helped me to be way more creative on a daily basis.

Thank you, Mary. You got inside my head

Hi Mary, absolutely wonderful thoughts on why we, the crafters, hold onto thisngs. I've been through that process myself. I've gotten rid of half of my books (it was tough, because my books are a sort of sacred items for me) and created space to put my other stuf I can't live without. That was such a game-changer. I loved the first hint: "Give yourself grace." So true and very important. When I de-cluttered my books I remembered exactly when and where I bought each one. It told me something about the frame of mind I was in when the book was bought. Am I still in that frame of mind? Nope. Bye-Bye book. I had someone over with me, and she was impressed on my memory and that I was able to get rid of books despite the memory. I think that many of us crafters are "hunter-gatherers". It is true for me. Currently I am de-stashing my beads. Hard to believe but I have more han a dozen of those small-parts magazine boxes filled to the brim with beads. All of those except two will have to go. Why two? Well, I've been ruminating over the issue, Which sizes and colors do I absolutely love? About two years ago I donated two pounds of beads (mostly acrylic and plastic) to a kindergarten near me. The lady there was absolutely over the moon. She even got a few spools of elastic.thread. She was so happy she even hugged me for the donation. I've also donated a huge stash of papers to moms of elementary school kids. My friend brought them to her workplace and she told me when she was returning after hanging up her coat, the bags were plundered, i.e. empty. That is such a happy feeling. I just deeply root for paper-crafting, that is card making, bullet joutrnals and calendar making, water coloring and zentangle. That's the stuff I'm going to keep. It's still a lot. But I have the space to keep it. Yep, I love Cas from Clutterbug as well. What I've learned from Jessica from "How to ADHD" is the point of performance. Keep the things you need the most at arm's length. In the meantime I have a craft cart. On that cart I keep the tools, the die-cutting machine, the stamping platform, the paper trimmer, the laminator. I wheel it over to where I'm crafting and I'm set. I loved your video, Mary. Thank you.

Yep, I need to purge. Both card area and art studio. I LOVE to watch card making & Sean the Sheepman videos, with morning coffee. (Have Patriot my border collie and love Sean in Scotland & his collies). Only do 1 hour each morning now. I do a lot of ink work and will only use Ranger distress products. ONLY buy what I feel I will use (stamp & die wise). No more Christmas stuff - won't live long enough to use what I have (purge some of that). You hit it on the nail head on a lot of things kiddo. Great video. Thanks

Great informative video Mary 🥰 I love watching tutorials, but i use it as inspiration. I know what my style is now and I don't want to buy things i don't use ❤️ thanks for sharing and happy organizing Hugs xx I would like to see your new craft room 👍

Thank you for this video, Mary!! I’m 78 and have been making cards for 28 years. I really haven’t eliminated anything from my stash, although I did teach a class here in our clubhouse for several years, and used my stamps, machines, inks, papers, embellishments, etc. The ladies made 3 cards, learning new techniques, etc., and the best thing was that every one of these ladies now makes cards! Anyway, it’s time to purge, and you’ve made me feel good with the last 28 years, but I’m not quitting - I always have a card “on the go” and still love this craft!! Looking forward to seeing your new look!

Thanks for this video! I'm also a hybrid--but after investing in a Cricut Joy, I labeled everything! The cat moved too fast, or I'd have labeled her, too. 😂 When I first started cardmaking, I made two mistakes. 1)I thought I needed every gadget (ie., gel plate) 2) I bought cheaply made products that didn't give great results (stamps/dies). Now, I'm careful about what I buy and resist the temptation to purchase. I put it in my cart and think about it. Good products are worth the investment--like a Misti or guillotine trimmer. Finally, I go through my limited supplies and if I haven't used something in awhile, I put it in a separate bin. If I don't use it in 3-6 months, I give it to my friends daughter who is a 3rd grade teacher. Teachers love craft supplies! Thanks again!

This is spot on! Thanks for sharing!

I’m in the process of sorting my craft room and trying to decide which crafts to give up😬. Thanks for this video at has been very helpful…as long as I implement everything you talked about😂. You hit the nail on the head in so many instances, I feel this was just what I needed, thank you

Fabulous video! I appreciate the steps to help me think about my stuff. I am going to skip your next class as I do not like shaker cards. I am planning to watch a few of the Stress Free Summit videos or just use my crafty stuff my way. Thanks for sharing.

This is great advice, Mary, and reflection of how we are derailing ourselves. Buying too much and crafting too little - I am guilty of that! Thank you for sharing with us.

Mary, Thank you so so much!! This was so very helpful!! I did feel guilty for a while about buying and then not using it!! But what you said that I have already spent the money is so true!! I have a friend that I give the supplies to. Her grand kids come over and they have something to play with!! I did to go through my supplies again!! I also not buying anything more for a while as I need to see what I am going to keep!! Thanks so much!! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!

Great idea to use pattern paper as decor!!

Thank you so much for this. I saw myself in pretty much everything you said. I do need to destash old hobby supplies…you’re right, I already paid for them, so keeping & not using isn’t giving my money back 😂TYFS!! 🌺🌺

I love the Clutterbug! I’ve been working through my house using her techniques. I have done 1 purge of craft supplies but I know I need to do more. I’ve also severely limited my buying of products and try to use what I have to get the same look. Thanks!

Mary, thank you so much for this video! After almost two years , I am finally getting my craft room organized. It had gotten so bad I couldn't focus in my room and had started bringing things down to my dining room to make cards. Everytime I tried to get organized, I'd get sidetracked by a stamp set. Or paper. Or even my ink pads....thinking oh this will make a beautiful card! I've been putting a lot of thought into the layout and what would work for me. Also how I wanted to store my stamps, dies. Now that I've figured all that out, I'm slowly (oh so slowly) getting them put into place. I also had gotten into buying way too many stamps and supplies. Getting to the place I'm in now has been a challenge. I'm thankful for the journey and looking forward to an organized space I can create in! Your video was a validation for me.....slow and steady is what I've needed to get to this point. Thank you again!

Thank you for the video! I have been moving my craft room to a different room. I've used that to destash. I’ve been donating my treasures to a family in my church who homeschools. I feel very good about giving it away, and if there is something I really want to use, I can borrow it. Win/win.🙂

Thank you, Mary

Mary I so needed this video. I have been struggling getting back into my overstuffed craft room. Time to purge “you said $ is already gone and not going to recoup $ every week by keeping it!” Guess items from 2007 fit that category 😂

This was very informative and reassuring of how I think I manage my room. Right now I’m frustrated by mess but I intend to start with getting rid of things I just don’t need and giving it to my granddaughters new school. I’ll ask them first if they can use these things. I’m not buying much anymore because I don’t know where to put it. Christmas card making is coming up and I make close to 100 cards and need room to spread out. Thanks for your help. BALANCE is the key word.

I need a plan for number 5-sending/donating cards! Great video!

Boy do I love listening to this. Thanks so much.

Just what I needed to hear! Thank you for these reflections as I am soon to be a new retiree will have some "extra" time but "less" spendable money. My craft space needs to be more serene and less chaotic and I am looking forward to putting your ideas into practice. P.S. I may need to re-watch this video! 💗

Great advice! Wow, you are busy! Wishing you good luck with your studies and with the reorganization of your space.

GREAT video! I am lucky that a friend's daughter is a elementary school teacher, and anything she doesn't want she takes to the school. I have definitely been guilty of I see it, I want it. I have purged a few times in the last year - in May I gave her over 100! items. I still need to do more. Learning to let go of the "I spent money on it" guilt is rough, but once you get past that, at least for me, it made it so much easier to see those supplies for what they were - clutter. Something I've also started doing is being realistic about the supplies. While I may like it and may have used it a few times, how many Halloween cards do I *really* send every year? How many Christmas, etc.

Four part hobbies … you have me pegged! Find your videos so helpful. Thank your 💕

Thanks for sharing. I feel like I’m perpetually organizing my craftroom. I bought a house 2 yrs ago and kinda went on a spending freeze. I am finally getting to a point where I can make small purchases.

Wow!! You just smacked me over the head - I’m so imbalanced! Way too much time spent in the first three and no where near enough of the crafting! Thank you, Mary!!

Great video, Mary. I started making cards, but have become bored with it. Now, I'm trying to use up everything I have and maybe throw some stuff out. Thank you.

I definitely have hoarding tendencies. When I was clearing my late mums house I did a bit of clearing out of my own house. It felt cathartic at the time but I bitterly regret some of the things I got rid of. It’s good to declutter but take time to consider and don’t feel ‘guilted’ into keeping things that make you happy or have happy memories attached.😊

Awesome video❣️TFS. Love your space!

Great video, Mary! I destashed last year and am ready to do the second purge in the next few months. It felt great to clean up my space and have room to operate. I think my biggest problem at the moment is the "what if" mindset. I'm in the middle of cleaning out a den closet which I think was completely filled with "what if" items. I think your advice to think about the mindset first is right on point!

Such a wonderful, caring video, Mary. Thank you! Oh yes, the “just in case” clutter! There’s also the fantasy clutter - if I had this *supply,* I would be so creative and make All the Things. And wouldn’t procrastinate! lol A wonderful nonprofit thrift shop in Rockville, MD (Life 4 Animals) that donated proceeds to animal rescue groups, closed. I used to donate so so much to them, and was told everything sold so quickly. But I don’t have a good place now for card making supplies - I’ve looked extensively. I’m a member of Take Back Your House with your Cas (Clutterbug), Dana K White (Decluttering at the Speed of Life and many more books) and Dawn, the Minimal Mom (terrific if you’re not a mom too). They’re having a huge sale now for their course, and there’s an ongoing FB group and events. No affiliation other than being a member!

Thank you for this! Very inspirational.

Your videos are always so helpful, thank you so much! 😊

This was really awesome. Thank you for reflecting and sharing!

I am so happy I subscribe to your channel 😊

this helped! I already gave away some stuff!

Thank you so much. God bless you.

Amazing video!! So helpful! You definitely named the four things I do in crafting. I tend to watch tutorials while I’m making cards but not all the time. I really enjoyed your mixed media class and want to take more classes with you. That class was amazing! I went back and made all new panels with the four different inks and paste but didn’t spray them so I would have them for reference of what each ink does with the paste like when we sprayed them.

I am definitely out of balance. I watch A LOT of tutorials and have now procured much of the products. When I do sit down to try some of the projects I've seen, I give up because I can remember it exactly or I haven't t developed enough skill to make it look "good." This has been an ongoing thing my whole life and I'm really trying to be more mindful of just forcing my self to continue the project, even when I didn't do it well. Completion is my goal.

This was a fantastic video. I'm in the process of rebuilding a house, so I only have a small table to work on. I can't tell you how frustrating it is to hunt and peck for every craft supply. It really prevents me from doing anything bc I get overwhelmed thinking about taking stuff out and then having to clear the table off for dinner. I can't wait to get into my space and organize. I will definitely need to rewatch this video before I do as a refresher. Thank you so much for all you do!

Great video I can really relate. ❤

Excellent points!

Great to hear you are following Clutterbug! I would love my whole craft room to be white or mint fronts only, but that is not how life works. Questions to myself are: Which was the video that made me buy this? There was a grand idea, but by the time I got the product, I had moved on. I label them research, not purge. Why did I buy a lot of stamps when I was not even taking baby steps into coloring? Luckily, I have advanced on that leg of my crafting journey, but I still hold on to stamps which are fantastic but too daunting for me where coloring goes right now. So no purge. I have only ever thrown out two stamps because they had disintegrated. It was fun watching your take on this!

Loved this video 😊thanks for sharing this topic 😊

Thank you so much for this! :)

I loved your video. I want to do this. I need this. I need to craft more less buying hope i can do this.

I watch in the evening. Create during the day. Shop 1 time every month i store all after use. And purge once a year but my space is stil a disaster! Haha ce

I've been making. Cards, since 1990, and I sold stampin' up for a while, but I didn't like the way they handled a lot of things, so I quit. I'm working on my studio a little at a time. I got rid of a lot of things, but I can't seem to stop buying things that are new. So I'm between a rock and a hard place, but I do like all your tips. Mary. I think you did a great job. So the next time you wanna come to Florida, you can come help me design my studio, LOL.

I feel like I've just met my clone. hehe hehe You are a Mary P, I am a Mary P..and you have described me to a t! I have been "re" organizing my craft room yet again. I'm down in the basement, so it's no beautiful place, but I am working on purging items that I have. All of the things you mentioned..guilt, et. are reasons I have so much. Lots have been given to me, but it's time to let that stuff go. And your right..if you haven't used it in years why in the world am I hanging on to it?? Sorry, rambling. One thing that has helped me tremendously is filing cabinets. I have 3 full sized ones (only had to buy 1 for 12 bucks) and they have made a huge diff. I don''t like to see all of the stuff, so having my paper and stamps/dies in the filing cabinet has lifted a huge load off. I file by company so I know where my stuff is and the only things I have hanging out are the pretty sprays and inks. yay :D Great video..thanks for putting it out.

You are right on target! I seem to always reorganizing. Trying to give away items I am not using.

Such a great video! It encouraged me to start the clean up process. Can you tell me how you keep and maintain your scrap paper? I seem to keep so much paper! 😂

How did you get into my head Mary? I'll be moving in about a year and I need every minute to clean and purge. I have a lot of stamps, dies, and paper. Over the last few years I realized I like making cards with dies more than stamping. I have loads of ribbon and paper that I never, ever use. Thank you for telling us this is a process and won't be done in a day.

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Really enjoyed your video. I think the actual creating part has shrunk to about 10% for me. Watching tutorials and browsing on Pinterest has expanded to about 80%. I was more creative when I only had a few supplies and I came up with ideas on my own. 🤔

Really good stuff Mary! When can you get here? 😎

This might already be in the comments but there is a fifth step...SENDing the cards to people after they're done.

Part of the problem with buying the things, is that you see something in a video or on sale, you think it’s awesome for whatever reason, you order it, but then you have to wait… When you get it a week later (sometimes more) you forget what made you buy it in the first place. OR you’ve seen 18 other videos since then and your brain has just moved on.

Great video. This is definitely what I needed at the moment. I am about to re-organize my desk and drawers. I also am guilty of accidentally purchasing an item I already own and will most likely donate it. I use google docs to keep track of my stamps and have make a list organized by company and name of product but I find I don’t like it very much. Do you have a suggestion of a software or a better way to keep track electronically of the items I have so I won’t duplicate? It is always a pleasure watching your videos. Happy Organizing! 😊

Hi Mary - great video. Everything you said rings so true. I have been giving the organization some heavy thought recently. In order to use what I have, I was thinking of grouping things together-all flower stamps together, all word/sentiment stamps together, etc. That would mean pulling sets apart - which I don’t know why, but I find a little stressful. Maybe because I believe if you are going to sell some of your extra stamps/dies, the purchaser will want a complete set. But having everything grouped would allow me to quickly see what dies/stamps I have - all in one felt swoop. What are your thoughts on pulling apart sets?

I wonder why we can’t have a lending library of crafting tools, like for punches, stencils,dies & stamps,the ones that are not consumables (if that’s a word). This way we could share with others. But the craft companies will not be happy.

Thanks so much for this! I adore your style of creating, and now I love your advice in this video. I tried to get your offer of past classes, etc. for the half price of $12.50 but your link says $25. Can you help? Thanks!

I have a great craft room with excellent organization but it’s almost full. I buy too much for my space and need to SLOW down. I like to support the creative businesses and artists though…it’s a problem. I make a lot but I buy a lot.

Hi (I’m a subscriber very behind on my to watch list) i’m just wondering if you have tried lubricating sheets for your shredder as a way of helping stuck and an expensive punches that I should not have bought in the first place? Could you please point me in the direction of the correct video? I love them all and will gladly watch them however I still have crafting to do and punches that were too inexpensive

Wow, you're a gem! I'm saving this video to rewatch on a quarterly basis. I need reminders of this for my entire house, not just the craft room. I conquered the FOMO urge several years ago but am not where I should be when I purge and am easily overwhelmed to the point where I procrastinate. I never really thought about it in depth, but some of the reasons you touched upon for not wanting to get rid of things really resonate with me. Thank you for sharing these insights!!! 🩷🩷🩷

What is that white system you use with all those drawers I need those..I got a hodge podge of crap and I want it more organized with the white tables and drawers

Another thing I have done is unsubscribe from any RU-vid channels, blogs, newsletters, etc., even if I enjoy it, where they seem to be 90%+ solely based on using new release products. I have found ones that either have a good balance, such as Mary's, Juliana Michaels, Words and Pictures, etc., or ones that are strictly technique based such as Tiffany Solario, NB Cards, etc. In doing so, I have also found that I enjoy seeing what they come up with. In addition, I also created a new Gmail account solely for the purpose of having an "available anywhere" picture inventory in Google Photos of all the stamps, dies, stencils, embossing folders, etc. that I have. This has made it very easy to squelch the urge to purchase too because I can search a keyword, and 99% of the time I either have a similar item, or can find a way to create what I want using what I have.

What about the part od creating called "doing something with what you made". I find myself not creating because there won't be anything to do with the final item. (And, really, not everybody will think getting a card in the mail is great.)

Is there a coupon code for the discounted All Access Pass? It is showing $25

I feel guilt / sadness getting rid of my stash.

Love Cas at clutterbug. I'm scheduled for an all day declutter tomorrow with Cas, Dawn ( Minimal mom ) and Dana K White . I am so overwhelmed by my messy space. My main problem is that as soon as I clear a space I start making cars and mess it up again.