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Thursday 5 February 2009

More Scrap Cupboard Photos


So we went to Ikea and got a few things to use up the last square inch of space in my cupboard - i.e. the wall. I got a couple of long rails, as you can see my Martha Stewart border punches fit nicely along the top one, and on the second one I hung all these little pots to take things I use all the time - scissors, glue dots, pens etc etc. Then I had a lightbulb moment and bought a towel holder to slot ribbon spools onto. Of course, when they were on, the rails no longer slide together, but it is in a corner and works just fine. I have space for another one to take the rest of my ribbon, but of course this one was the last one in stock. So I am pretty well set up now, and it works very well as a space for me.
I hate the whole Ikea experience though, I know it's clever marketing, but I really dislike following those arrows, feel like Dorothy following the yellow brick road. My dear husband is not a shopper at all, hates it in fact, and had never been to Ikea before. 'Look at the prices' I marvelled, wondering how they could produce a wooden shelf for £1, 'I know' he replied, shaking his head in amazement 'it's terrible how expensive everything is these days'. If we do go shopping together in our town, he asks which shops we are going to, 'well, we need to go to Boots, then Dixons, then House of Frazer..........' it's all written down on a scrap of paper that he tucks into his pocket. Then when I deviate from the path, as I always do 'oh, must just pop into M & S' ......................... he whips out the list and says triumphantly 'IT'S NOT ON THE LIST' ............... as if that will stop me, he should know better by now.

24 comments:

  1. I love your space but even more I like peeking in and seeing what tools and things you use for scrapbooking. Whew I need so much more. Off to make a list. lol

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  2. Love that ribbon storage idea Enfys!

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  3. Love your cupboard. I like how you have everything stored. Nice idea for the punches. You make beautiful cards. I only hope someday my cards are as beautiful!

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  4. A job well done, its looks like a great use of space to me. Poor hubby and his list, do you make one when he wants to go somewhere lol.
    Pinky

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  5. Wow En it looks fantastic! I wish my craftroom wasn't such a hovel..not much chance of getting it smartened up at the moment but I can put it on my list of 'things to do'!
    Anice xx

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  6. OMG just look at that ribbon!!!! Very good storage system!

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  7. Wow what a fantastic craft space - I am completely jealous!!
    Leanne :o)
    xx

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  8. OMG!!! Enfys, when I get my own scrap room...will you come organize it for me? I love your space! LOL...I think your hubby sounds a lot like mine....MEN!!! LOL!! HUGS!!

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  9. love the towel holder idea for ribbons....fab and I feel an Ikea trip coming on....men and shops...not a good mix
    Hugs
    kath xxxx

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  10. Enfys, you so cleaver!!! What a great way to store ribbons!!

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  11. WOW I just love you new crafty space I am so in love with it, may have to chuck all my clothes out and turn my wardrobe into something like this lol!!!. I found your blog through your blog candy but have been having a peek and your have some fab creations on here I will keep popping back if you dont mind. Also if you dont mind me asking where about in the West Mids do you live, I live in Wednesfield and work in a local craft shop called Prima, If you are anywhere near do pop in and get yourself some goodies we have some great deals on at the moment.
    Lyndsey xx

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  12. Ohh how organized are you!?! That's really been getting me down lately but I'm getting there. Terrific idea with the punches. I think that's one of my worst problems. TFS You've inspired me to get cracking! xxD

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  13. I cannot thank you enough for the ribbon storage idea! I've been organizing my space these past few weeks and trying to figure out something to help with my ribbon disaster that wasn't going to cost me an arm and a leg. Superb idea!

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  14. Fantastic space, I am such a mucky pig when crafting that I would be ashamed to put pictures on-line for all to see!

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  15. I covet your cupboard. There, I've said it outload.

    My favorite thing to do: be organized. My favorite store to accomplish that fetish: IKEA. The brand of the cabinet that took out both my feet: IKEA. It's a love/hate relationship.

    HOWEVER, now that I've seen some of your crafty use of their products, I'll add them to my next excursion. And no, my dh will not go into that store ever again... lol.

    Kudos!
    Christelle

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  16. Well you are the clever one. I would never have thought to use that for ribbons. I feel a (copying) lightbulb going off too. lol

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  17. Great idea with the towel rails for ribbon Enfys! I got the rails and little pots from Ikea too but haven't put them up yet!

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  18. Oh Wow wish my ribbons wre as neat and tidy as those!!!..must get my space sorted!!!
    TFS:)~x~

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  19. Really AMAZING what you have done with the space!!! WOW! you are inspiring me to streamline my supplies; this looks GREAT and no wasted space! TFS...

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  20. I think I need those Rods and those little pots! Great Idea!!

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  21. Like the ribbon storage idea. Went to Ikea yesterday and bought the bar and pots like you have in your cupboard, can feel another trip coming on to get a towel rail!
    We bought a storage unit and I have been rearranging my room today. Its surprising what you find when you have a sort out!
    Sam x

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  22. sooo cute!!! do your ribbons ever unravel? i tried to do a ribbon thing but mine go all over...

    and i love the green lil storages too!!!

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  23. Thx for the great ideas! I'm heading to Ikea today to do up my craft room.

    xoxo,
    Lori

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  24. Hi!

    Wanted you to know I posted a link to these tips today on my blog, PaperFriendly.

    Nancy Ward
    PaperFriendly
    http://www.nancywardcrafts.com

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I love reading your comments, thank you for taking the time
Enfys x