Great tips and ideas. I always wondered if the broom holders were good. Now I know! 😎 I use foam core on wire shelf units and also as cake boards. I cut the size/shape I need and cover it with freezer paper, wax side out, tape on the bottom. Thank you for all you do! 😘💕
Love the locker bins. I use them in my closet to organize gloves, hats, lightbulbs, etc. I also use them to organize my plastic storage food containers and lids. I use them in my pantry too.
You are such a joy to watch. Anyone that is close to me knows how much I ❤ organization. Your gentle calming voice brings me ease. You are so gracious to your subs 💕.
Hi there. I just wanted to let you know HOW MUCH I appreciated this video. Almost every single tip or item you mentioned answered numerous organizing questions and dilemmas I have been running up against for too long. Truth be told, when I watch your channel I nearly always get back the needed drive and energy to move forward again; whether it is just renewed motivation or finding an answer to something that has stymied me to a standstill. Thanks, once again.
The Crafty Organizer Oh, update. Washer and dryer replacements will be arriving tomorrow, so that project will be moving forward once again. I will forward photos as I make progress. The long-awaited bathroom semi-redo is currently in progress as well. Again, keep you posted. And I am under a tree in the backyard finishing my As soon as I get a bit of shade in my secret garden, I will be moving over there to get a few more steps accomplished.
I always enclosed a book of stamps when sending my folks' Christmas card (along with other gifts too, of course.) I think they liked the stamps as much, if not more, than the gifts. LOL Thanks for being you - your soothing, gentle voice is awesome - good company while I am piecing quilt tops.Best wishes you & your family - stay safe, but play hard, ok? :-)
Thank you for introducing to me the versatility of foam core board. I recently used it in my little "parts" drawers. This came with dividers for the little plastic drawers that I managed to lose. The foam core worked great. It is snug and keeps the different items separated in the little drawers. It makes this unit much more useful. I will get brave and try the larger drawers you have on your shelf. You do a great job. Please keep it up. I watch you every day.
I use 4 of those storage bins. I love the sterilite bins and use them both at home and at work. I have the little drawer organizers and again my drawers at home and at work are organized. Have the locker bins under my sinks (thanks to you) and I've used the vacuum bags. All great products that keep some of my home nice and organized. Great minds think alike. 😁
yes, you’re correct. we don’t all have a dollar tree nearby😔but i do appreciate your recommendations and ideas....and thank you also for your positivity, especially at this time. 💝 stay well😷
Hi Norrine, I use several of your favorites in my classroom. I have student cubbies that have the Sterlite bins in them, I have the Dollar Store locker bins filled with extra supplies for my classroom aide and I love Command Hooks for holding up rods for charts or my emergency clipboard. I haven't found a use for the foam core board, but give me time and it will become apparent. Thanks for the great videos.
Thank you for sharing these good ideas with us. I will be glad when it feels safe to shop again. Until then I will use what I have and delight in hearing your voice and seeing your friendly face!
How very nice & thoughtful of that member of your UA-cam "family" to send you the roll of stamps. Also glad to see that you are doing better, I also had a "take a break" from everything going on in our crazy world. I have quit watching the news except for just a few minutes of local and not even every day for that. Hugs & blessings from Texas 💖
OMG! I did too!!! I hate to admit it, but I am taking the ostrich approach with media right now. (Keeping my head in the ground) Too much hate/violence. My anxiety has gone way down since turning it off. xoxoxxo
Another word about pre-sorting a jumble of items....I completely agree with having a dozen totes and/or a dozen shoe boxes. If possible get clear plastic and the type that has a built-in clip that holds the lid shut. The boxes will always be useful for other purposes in your home. But also, I love to have zip loc bags in a variety of sizes, from the tiny snack bag to the large gallon bag. The bags serve to prevent tiny items from getting buried in the shuffle or rolling about. Like the boxes, the bags keep the smaller things sorted and grouped. The bags help you decide on the size and shape of the storage units you wish to acquire later as more efficient or decorative storage. Best of all, the bags can be discarded afterward because they are not a huge investment. They are durable enough to serve their purpose until you find your perfect container.
I love love love the locker bins form DT too! I spray painted one silver and it looks cool, almost galvanized. It sits on top of a cabinet in my kitchen. I also have a bunch in my cabinets and my pantry and closets and in my craft room. 😂 I am definitely getting a 3m broom holder thing!
That is awesome! You will love the 3M holder!!! Just clean the surface first, let it dry... and LET IT SIT for a few hours before you use it!!!!! I meant to say that in the video and forgot! If you don't they have a tendency to not stick as well. 💛
When I was cleaning & organizing the other day I remembered you showing using the foam bord for shelving, so I had a piece I used to put behind my Barbies when I took their photo & decided to use it as it was getting bent corners. Anyways I made a small shelf for the tiny cupboard on my desk that I have my tape, glue, tape measure,etc in. Thank you again for the great videos you do.
You always bring a smile to my face when i watch your posts. I wish our local dollar store had a larger variety of merch. I'll keep checking for the ideas you shared. Thanks for the tips.
The Dollar Tree closest to me has the least amount of items. I drive to a few farther away, because they are bigger and have better selections. Have a great day!
I use those locker bins too, I put pretty shelf liner on the front and have them lined up on my shelves in my craft room. They hold so much. I love your videos and your uplifting messages!
Norrine - Great video. I agree with all your picks - especially the locker bins - perfect size and sturdy. Looks like we've both been out of work since mid - March. Keeping a good thought for us and the rest of the unemployed/ underemployed. My state (Michigan) is just starting to open up. My place of employment will be one of the last to open up, I'm afraid. Sending you love, hugs, prayers and smiles. We can make it through, my friend. Blessings - Judith
Hoping you were able to receive some financial support!!! I fell into a black hole of nothing from my state. VERY frustrating. Thank goodness I had (had) some savings. The bright side is I am starting to book jobs again soon. Here's to sunny days ahead! 💛
@@TheCraftyOrganizer I am so glad you are starting to book jobs. That is such good news. I got some unemployment after months of trying but my job is part time so it's practically nil and no one is hiring someone with cane. ( I have severe arthritis and still taking cancer meds). I have daughter and when you have kids (as you know) it is a great motivator and inspiration to stay positive and keep trying. There is always someone who has a much worse situation. As I've learned with cancer - every day is a gift! Your news has made me smile and made my day. Your friends are all here for you and wishing you the very best. Have a great day, my friend. Blessings - Judith
The dollar tree vacuum bags in all sizes is standard in my home. I use it for loads of things. I use the foam core to make a personal Kanban chart for all my home projects. The regular command hooks are also standard in my home as I keep finding a use for them while reorganizing. Thanks for the tips!
Hi Norrine! Welcome back! Love this video and all the storage solutions! Unfortunately the Dollar Tree in Canada is not the same as yours as mine does not carry everything yours does. I do check out our other dollar stores and have had some success finding what I need. As I'm working on organizing my craft room you have helped me make decisions on storage. Really like the idea for hanging the broom! Thank you for what you do and I am so glad I found your youtube channel! Stay safe! :)
Thanks for the info! Just wondering.... are you able to order off of the Dollar Tree website for shipping??? This will help me know how to help direct viewers in the future. 💛
@@TheCraftyOrganizer Hi Norrine! Yes it appears that we can order from the website for shipping. UPS will deliver to your home or for free shipping to a store. However I think you may have to order large quantities for some items.
So great to see your smiling face. And thanks so much for the organizational tips, especially on where to and where not to buy some things. I love those little white caddies too, just haven’t been able to find any in a long time. But thanks so much for this info and you take care.
As usual, great ideas and suggestions. Of course, I just went and bought about 5 of the Dollar Tree shoeboxes (figures), but I am going to take your suggestion and buy ones with better lids instead. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us; I love how budget-friendly they are, as I am unemployed. Have a great day!
Just made intro shelves for a metal garage cabinet out of foam core boards thanks to YOU’s and Shari (posh paper lady you tube videos!) I was at a loss for how to make my upper cabinets in the craft room work, and your 25 lb test on your $5 organizer solved the problem. NOE to Mack it pretty...picked up the black and white willow China plate contact paper from the dollar tree today! So excited!
Great video! I love the locker bins as well, I just have not figured out how I'm going to use them! LOL As always thank you for sharing! Stay safe, healthy and positive! GOD bless you and your family! 🙏❤🌻
Great video again Norrine. I was struck by your caring enough to tell us where NOT to buy the Sterlite shoeboxes. If you read lots of reviews for those bulk sold Sterlite and Iris boxes by Amazon many buyers complain of them arriving cracked and broken. Many Amazon sellers buy odd lots at merchants including from Amazon and resell them yet the name Sterlite or Iris may well appear up at the top of the listing as though the manufacturer is selling them through Amazon. If one looks lower down closer to the buy button one sees the name of the individual or mom/pop who is really selling the goods. I’ve learned to click the actual seller whether their name appears up at top or down below. Before I buy from them I take a look to see what they are in the business of selling. If (in this case) they are in the business of selling plastic containers and they’ve sold lots of plastic containers whereby they have a 97% or better rating then I will consider buying from them. But many individual or mom/pop sellers sell dozens or hundred of different completely random products from car parts to purses. Yet they are not really a merchant nor a manufacturer. They are buying 2nds, returns or overruns discounted from who knows where? That is the merchant I would NOT buy a bulk order of fragile plastic shoeboxes. A friend of mine taught me that she uses Amazon to sell items she bought retail but didn’t like just like people do on Ebay. Call me daft but I always figured, except for used books, Amazon sellers were real stores, or actual manufacturers. Not so at all!Sorry for my silly course change! I really wanted you to know we appreciate you steering us to the best merchant for those organization items. Also for letting us know the dollar store white org trays with gray bottoms are almost as good as Rubbermaid’s. Do the locker bins come in different sizes? I’m pleased they are available in white! I’ve decided I can tone down the noise in my craft room by converting all my different colors of bins to white only. What a deeply thoughtful gift the roll of stamps was from one of your fans! When I saw that bunch of stamped envelopes in your hands I thought, “Oh Norrine! Be careful dear girl. Times are rough.” Then you spoke of the person’s kindness and it felt like angel’s wings were heard. My daughter calls them “God shots.” God bless you sweet lady. Simona
So nice to hear from you again, Simona! Hope you are doing well. I'd heard that about the Amazon merchants before too. I look for distribution from Amazon facilities.... I seldom order from others, unless its a brand distributor. For those amazing locker bins from the dollar tree; yes. They come in a rectangle or more of a square. They also have a few different sizes with similar boxes that are textured. So many great storage options at the Dollar Tree!!! The $.99 is starting to carry more storage bins now too!!! The "God shot" of stamps was perfect! I was almost out of stamps - and more were not in my budget! It was a perfect gift. 💛
Really like your ideas and love all of the info you share! It is so very helpful. Like the ...10” deep kitchen shelf and the locker bin 👍🏻 I see that you attach your handles to storage containers ...Would lLOVE to see a video on some diy and or up cycled ways to make handles for storage bins. TFS 😃👍🏻☀️
I live in an apartment and have a hall linen closet... I lean my two step ladder in the and close the door... Stands up really good in there and it's convenient
You are fabulous! I wish you were in North Alabama...i desperately need help organizing. I only have a husband and sons to help me and they just complain that i have too much stuff lol.
Am in uk so all these items apart from ikea i cant get but i still get so much inspiration from your ideas and recommendations. We have a Poundland here in uk but most of there stuff is tat lol not really a craft section to shout about . Just plain cards few stickers buttons etc.poundland have never sold foam board but when i was on holiday ,last year in furteventura (canary islands) there was a little nick nack shop and i got some packs in there for just a few euros. I got some acrylic paints glues etc i could of spent all my spends in there in one go lol. Stay safe xx
I need someone to organize my life! Lol my crafts are all over and nothing has a place. Whenever I try to start organizing I get so overwhelmed. Thanks for sharing!
Just wanted to let you know that you are wonderful and vety sweet. Love your voice, its so calming...it's like getting two for one. Your organizing are phenominal...keep doing what you love...you have helped me so much.
3:50 Those type of containers from Dollar Tree also don’t stay closed. I’ve temporarily resorted to placing a large rubber band around them to hold them closed, but I won’t be buying anymore from there. The ones from Walmart have lids that snap closed so they look much nicer.
love those bins I have them in Blue and Green for pantry and craft room. What I do not like is they are hard to find in the size like you have and I have ever time I find them now they are square or smaller than those. So when I see those larger ones I buy them whether I need them or not LOL
Noreen, I SO look forward to your videos! You feel like my special friend, and I love it! If I may give a tip and make a request, please? The tip is regarding the foam core boards from Dollar Tree. Although I AM a very senior citizen, I teach a craft class three times a week to seniors in an independent living apartment. I have found that these foam core boards take craft paint a million times better that the Wal-Mart ones because there are no grid marks that you struggle to cover up. I use them in many cases where you might use wood because they are lightweight, easy to cut and very strong. We have used them for many different kinds of projects and are always pleased with the results. Which brings me to my question. Could you please consider doing a video on the things you have made with them? I want to create better organization here at home (and are you ever helping me!!!) but budget is crucial as well as weight if I have to move things. Thank you so VERY much for your sweet spirit and for sharing with us the wealth of experience you have . God's blessings to you!!
SharonAnn! I had never thought of that! Yes! I'd love to share all that I've made. And great idea to use them as a canvas! I've done that, but never thought of sharing it. Blessings to you and thank you for the kind helpful comment. 💛🌈🌻
Foam core! I’m going to make a pull out box for my kitchen cabinet under our peninsula! I can’t find anything that will work and is inexpensive. It’s 28” deep so stuff gets pushed back and gets lost in the black hole! Thanks for helping me brain storm my storage needs. I’m renting so I don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on metal pull out units that have to be screwed down in the cabinet. I can’t wait to get to the dollar tree for foam core!
I made a custom drawer to fit under a chair so I could have shoe storage like that! It’s held up about three years now!!!! And I use it thinking multiple times a day :) Let me know how yours turn out :-)
Wow, you & Katherine @ Do it on a dime have the most wonderful Dollar Trees!! Indiana not so much, waaaaaah!!! I usually find maybe 1/2 the items I see on the YT channels I'm subbed to. (Yes, I have several craft channels I'm subbed to but you & Katherine are hands down THA BEST!!!) Love, hugs & God Bless you!
Oh wow! Thank you so much!!!!! I admit.... I drive to different Dollar Tree stores. As the stock they carry REALLY varies! But what I showed on this video is pretty typical. Thanks for the kind words and for subscribing. 💛🌈💛
Love watching your videos! I’m still isolating, so I won’t be shopping anytime soon. In the past, I’ve saved boxes from checks and used them as drawer organizers. I loved your previous video, including how to keep your 12x12 scrapbook paper organized vertically. If you ever find a container that can do than and be covered, please let me know. I need something to protect the paper from dust and furry “helpers”.
The scrapbook organization “Fab Files”from Tiffany Spaulding are closable and come in several sizes, including one big enough for 12x12 paper. I like them.
Portia Read, thanks! I checked out Tiffany’s website. Apparently, they don’t sell those anymore. Also it’s really not deep enough-unless I would buy 10 of them and put those into a container. But, you’re right, they look awesome. I’m currently using a rolling cart that has shelves but have to unzip the cover and expand the stacking shelves every time I use it, which is part of the reason I don’t use it.
Speaking of vacuum bags. Many of us have vacuum cleaners that need a particular size of paper bag that can be pricey to replace as often as needed. I use snack chip clips, long plastic clips with a spring that holds them shut. Typically, the bottom of a bag is folded over a few times and held in place with glue. Before use, I very gently unfold just the bottom of the bag. If I do make a tear, I seal it with sturdy tape. Duct tape is good. Then I fold it back up and seal the fold shut with a clip. When the bag fills up with dirt, I can empty it into a trash can by simply removing my chip clip. Fold the bottom back up, apply the clip, and put it back in your vacuum. I can reuse the same bag a great many times before it finally wears out. The clip has to be large enough to seal the bag and small enough to fit inside the vacuum chamber. The bag needs to inflate during vacuuming for good suction so the clip cannot be so big that it overcrowds the bag.
Dear Norrine, you brighten my day with your UA-cams...it makes me so happy to see a notification in my email. Your UA-cam “starting with me” was inspiring...I have always loved all the colors in the rainbow, including all skin colors and appreciate all the differences there are in the world...isn’t it ironic that white people are always tanning so they can be browner. I would like to share one of my favorite true stories. One evening I was leaving work (at the University of Texas) and a young black man in a hoodie was heading toward me. I am sorry to say that me brain said “uh oh” until I saw that it was one of my favorite students...what a lesson that was for me. One of the best qualities that a human can have is empathy...if we could all practice empathy, the world would be an amazing place. And I do enjoy a good trip to the Dollar Tree...if you think about it, it is like a wonderful 5 and 10 cent store. Anyway, keep up the good work both in organizing and diy crafting and social awareness. I have rattled along enough...just remember you have a friend in me.
I love watching your videos 😍 I try so hard to be organized that I'm disorganized😢 I've been trying so hard to get my house put together so it's easier for me to do anything I was diagnosed with crippling rheumatoid arthritis and I'm only 40 so it's been hard to try to learn new ways to do everything and to make things accessible so I don't drop them but enough about that I just wanted to let you know that if people don't have a dollar tree they also have the foam board at Walmart in black and white I'm not sure about the size but it's only .88¢ and Thank you again for doing your videos you are amazing stay safe and keep up the good work and if you are ever in Michigan you can come to my house LOL
I wanted to share how I use the Dollar Tree foam board. I absolutely love the peel and stick wall decals (also from Dollar Tree) but my house has old textured plaster walls. So I found out that if I stick them to the foam board and cut about a 1/4 inch wider they have a cute little border. Then I'm able to hang them by using thumb tacks.
Love to see you back ❤️ I’m wanting to get a through things from your amazon store link, however I’m in Australia and it won’t let me order. Is there a setting you can change to allow international purchases through your affiliate link? I’d love to use it to benefit you if I can ❤️🇦🇺
Great products & tips. The trouble with Poundland is that not everything is £1.00 anymore. Also, you have to be really careful with the make, as some of the items can be total rubbish. I wish we had The Dollar Tree etc in the UK.
I am so glad you mentioned how the DT shoe boxes lids collapse and recently I have found that the lids don't even fit/snap on properly. SMH! Another use for locker bins: I have two that I turn upsidedown to hold my keyboard and mouse pad for a makeshift standing desk. A standing desk for $2? You can't beat that price! 😂
I just love your videos! I’m so happy I found you! Just want to let you know, some of the items in your Amazon store aren’t available anymore. Not sure if they will become available, but maybe the links need to be updated??
Oh thank you! I'll check them out.... I know Amazon stock was pretty impacted from Covid. But thank you for letting me know. And I am happy you found me too. Hope to see you again in the comments soon!💛
I don't even care where "here" is..... You had me at Dollar Stores! LOL My goal/dream is to get an RV and start traveling the US and helping people get organized. But, I need winning lottery numbers to buy the RV first and am waiting for my kids to start college. So I have a couple more years to save up. 💛
Yeah, thats one of the things about dollar tree...they have some of the same brands as Walmart etc for storage containers, but they are generally a stripped down version: thinner and flimsier plastic.
I am just redoing and up dating my craft room just got into doing deco mesh wreaths and would love to hear how you would organize the mesh, chelle sticks and stuff . I didnt want a bunch of little containers sitting around . What piece of furniture would you recommend for all my stuff.?
Depending upon your space and size.... it's hard to say. Can you send me a picture of your space??? I found this image online - which could be made for around $20.... could this work for you? www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinterest.com%2Fpin%2F404549979002519907%2F&psig=AOvVaw0nY2FAXusR3qTMBR9DmJd6&ust=1591971185454000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=0CAIQjRxqFwoTCNCtnvz4-ekCFQAAAAAdAAAAABAK
Hi Noreen. I have the perfect use for a couple of the broom grippers. So I go to your Amazon page and it list all these buying options. Which one do I chose so you get the credit? Thanks for all you do!
OK ... 🤫🤔 🙄 🤭 When you said to use vacuum bags for storage for the life of me I couldn't figure out what I was gonna use the bag from my vacuum to store... you know... the bag that holds all the dirt? Yeah, that vacuum bag. 🤭🤭🤭 Oh brother! Maybe I need more coffee... or LESS!!?!! Vacuum bags... oh for pity sake! 😒🙄😜🤪
Great tips and ideas. I always wondered if the broom holders were good. Now I know! 😎 I use foam core on wire shelf units and also as cake boards. I cut the size/shape I need and cover it with freezer paper, wax side out, tape on the bottom. Thank you for all you do! 😘💕
That's a great idea! Foam core is just amazing.
I am so glad you are here I always look forward to you videos. It makes me smile, thank you.
Use them all ..in storage, in craft room,in pantry..as always enjoy having coffee with you!
I love that! Coffee time... with Norrine! LOL
Love the locker bins. I use them in my closet to organize gloves, hats, lightbulbs, etc. I also use them to organize my plastic storage food containers and lids. I use them in my pantry too.
You are such a joy to watch. Anyone that is close to me knows how much I ❤ organization. Your gentle calming voice brings me ease. You are so gracious to your subs 💕.
Thank you! 💐
Very well said! I wholeheartedly agree. My craft room is a hot mess and I am excited about using er organizing/ money saving tips.
I really love watching your videos and the ideas you have.
Thank you so much!
Hi there. I just wanted to let you know HOW MUCH I appreciated this video. Almost every single tip or item you mentioned answered numerous organizing questions and dilemmas I have been running up against for too long.
Truth be told, when I watch your channel I nearly always get back the needed drive and energy to move forward again; whether it is just renewed motivation or finding an answer to something that has stymied me to a standstill.
Thanks, once again.
Ginger.... that makes me so happy. My soul is fed by helping. So knowing that I help you find motivation is everything. 💛
The Crafty Organizer Oh, update. Washer and dryer replacements will be arriving tomorrow, so that project will be moving forward once again. I will forward photos as I make progress.
The long-awaited bathroom semi-redo is currently in progress as well. Again, keep you posted. And I am under a tree in the backyard finishing my As soon as I get a bit of shade in my secret garden, I will be moving over there to get a few more steps accomplished.
I am glad you are back to organizing.
I love those locker bins both large and small!!!
Me too!!!!
I store fabric squares and fat quarters in the sterlite bins and the locker style bins, and use the locker bins in my pantry.
Norrine thank you for being you! You are a blessing to my soul! Love all the tips! 💕
You are so welcome
I always enclosed a book of stamps when sending my folks' Christmas card (along with other gifts too, of course.) I think they liked the stamps as much, if not more, than the gifts. LOL
Thanks for being you - your soothing, gentle voice is awesome - good company while I am piecing quilt tops.Best wishes you & your family - stay safe, but play hard, ok? :-)
Love that! Thanks for letting me quilt with you 💛
Thank you for introducing to me the versatility of foam core board. I recently used it in my little "parts" drawers. This came with dividers for the little plastic drawers that I managed to lose. The foam core worked great. It is snug and keeps the different items separated in the little drawers. It makes this unit much more useful. I will get brave and try the larger drawers you have on your shelf. You do a great job. Please keep it up. I watch you every day.
It's so much fun to play with!!!! Thank you so much for watching my videos. xoxoxo
What a great idea for storing your step stool! I am going to do this. Thank you!
Hello! So nice to see you smiling! Thank you again for the tips!
Thanks for watching!
I love your videos. I have a big box of pics and memorabilia that stresses me out. Please do a project on organizing those things.
Here you go!! ua-cam.com/video/mrUmaombEFk/v-deo.html
I use 4 of those storage bins. I love the sterilite bins and use them both at home and at work. I have the little drawer organizers and again my drawers at home and at work are organized. Have the locker bins under my sinks (thanks to you) and I've used the vacuum bags. All great products that keep some of my home nice and organized. Great minds think alike. 😁
That is awesome! 🌈🌻💛
yes, you’re correct. we don’t all have a dollar tree nearby😔but i do appreciate your recommendations and ideas....and thank you also for your positivity, especially at this time. 💝 stay well😷
Thanks for watching!
I didn't know about the Command Hooks for brooms, but plan on buying them now
Hi Norrine, I use several of your favorites in my classroom. I have student cubbies that have the Sterlite bins in them, I have the Dollar Store locker bins filled with extra supplies for my classroom aide and I love Command Hooks for holding up rods for charts or my emergency clipboard. I haven't found a use for the foam core board, but give me time and it will become apparent. Thanks for the great videos.
Wonderful!
I've used foam core and batting to make portable design boards for quilting pieces and blocks. They are 12 to 18 dollars on quilt shop sites.
Thank you for sharing these good ideas with us. I will be glad when it feels safe to shop again. Until then I will use what I have and delight in hearing your voice and seeing your friendly face!
Thank you 💛
How very nice & thoughtful of that member of your UA-cam "family" to send you the roll of stamps. Also glad to see that you are doing better, I also had a "take a break" from everything going on in our crazy world. I have quit watching the news except for just a few minutes of local and not even every day for that. Hugs & blessings from Texas 💖
OMG! I did too!!! I hate to admit it, but I am taking the ostrich approach with media right now. (Keeping my head in the ground) Too much hate/violence. My anxiety has gone way down since turning it off. xoxoxxo
I love this video. I'm going to rewatch it several times so i can make a list of the things i want.
Such great idea Norrine. Thank you!
Great idea,& happy to see u again with useful ideas
Another word about pre-sorting a jumble of items....I completely agree with having a dozen totes and/or a dozen shoe boxes. If possible get clear plastic and the type that has a built-in clip that holds the lid shut. The boxes will always be useful for other purposes in your home. But also, I love to have zip loc bags in a variety of sizes, from the tiny snack bag to the large gallon bag. The bags serve to prevent tiny items from getting buried in the shuffle or rolling about. Like the boxes, the bags keep the smaller things sorted and grouped. The bags help you decide on the size and shape of the storage units you wish to acquire later as more efficient or decorative storage. Best of all, the bags can be discarded afterward because they are not a huge investment. They are durable enough to serve their purpose until you find your perfect container.
I love love love the locker bins form DT too! I spray painted one silver and it looks cool, almost galvanized. It sits on top of a cabinet in my kitchen. I also have a bunch in my cabinets and my pantry and closets and in my craft room. 😂 I am definitely getting a 3m broom holder thing!
That is awesome! You will love the 3M holder!!! Just clean the surface first, let it dry... and LET IT SIT for a few hours before you use it!!!!! I meant to say that in the video and forgot! If you don't they have a tendency to not stick as well. 💛
Excellent suggestions! I love your honesty & could listen to you talk all day. Your voice is so calming & soothing! 👍🏻❤️🤗
Thank you so much 🙂
When I was cleaning & organizing the other day I remembered you showing using the foam bord for shelving, so I had a piece I used to put behind my Barbies when I took their photo & decided to use it as it was getting bent corners. Anyways I made a small shelf for the tiny cupboard on my desk that I have my tape, glue, tape measure,etc
in. Thank you again for the great videos you do.
started watching you yesterday...you are a kindred spirit.
Welcome, Cynthia! So sorry for the late reply.... 💜
You always bring a smile to my face when i watch your posts. I wish our local dollar store had a larger variety of merch. I'll keep checking for the ideas you shared. Thanks for the tips.
The Dollar Tree closest to me has the least amount of items. I drive to a few farther away, because they are bigger and have better selections. Have a great day!
So Happy to see you again, need to get some of those locker bins in the back to school time for dollar tree,. Thanks for Sharing
I always enjoy your videos. Ty❣️
You are so welcome
I use those locker bins too, I put pretty shelf liner on the front and have them lined up on my shelves in my craft room. They hold so much. I love your videos and your uplifting messages!
I always enjoy your video's Norrine!!! I will have to go to my dollar tree store and see if I can find some of those things!!!
Good luck!!
Great ideas! Thank you for sharing your budget-friendly concepts.
Norrine - Great video. I agree with all your picks - especially the locker bins - perfect size and sturdy. Looks like we've both been out of work since mid - March. Keeping a good thought for us and the rest of the unemployed/ underemployed. My state (Michigan) is just starting to open up. My place of employment will be one of the last to open up, I'm afraid. Sending you love, hugs, prayers and smiles. We can make it through, my friend. Blessings - Judith
Hoping you were able to receive some financial support!!! I fell into a black hole of nothing from my state. VERY frustrating. Thank goodness I had (had) some savings. The bright side is I am starting to book jobs again soon. Here's to sunny days ahead! 💛
@@TheCraftyOrganizer I am so glad you are starting to book jobs. That is such good news. I got some unemployment after months of trying but my job is part time so it's practically nil and no one is hiring someone with cane. ( I have severe arthritis and still taking cancer meds). I have daughter and when you have kids (as you know) it is a great motivator and inspiration to stay positive and keep trying. There is always someone who has a much worse situation. As I've learned with cancer - every day is a gift! Your news has made me smile and made my day. Your friends are all here for you and wishing you the very best. Have a great day, my friend. Blessings - Judith
The dollar tree vacuum bags in all sizes is standard in my home. I use it for loads of things. I use the foam core to make a personal Kanban chart for all my home projects. The regular command hooks are also standard in my home as I keep finding a use for them while reorganizing. Thanks for the tips!
Love that!!!! Anything you use that I didn't mention that you'd recommend?
Hi Norrine! Welcome back! Love this video and all the storage solutions! Unfortunately the Dollar Tree in Canada is not the same as yours as mine does not carry everything yours does. I do check out our other dollar stores and have had some success finding what I need. As I'm working on organizing my craft room you have helped me make decisions on storage. Really like the idea for hanging the broom! Thank you for what you do and I am so glad I found your youtube channel! Stay safe! :)
Thanks for the info! Just wondering.... are you able to order off of the Dollar Tree website for shipping??? This will help me know how to help direct viewers in the future. 💛
@@TheCraftyOrganizer Hi Norrine! Yes it appears that we can order from the website for shipping. UPS will deliver to your home or for free shipping to a store. However I think you may have to order large quantities for some items.
So great to see your smiling face. And thanks so much for the organizational tips, especially on where to and where not to buy some things. I love those little white caddies too, just haven’t been able to find any in a long time. But thanks so much for this info and you take care.
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it 😊
Your the best organizer in the world. And all your info.
As usual, great ideas and suggestions. Of course, I just went and bought about 5 of the Dollar Tree shoeboxes (figures), but I am going to take your suggestion and buy ones with better lids instead. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us; I love how budget-friendly they are, as I am unemployed. Have a great day!
I've been living off savings since lock-down. I totally get it! 💛
Just made intro shelves for a metal garage cabinet out of foam core boards thanks to YOU’s and Shari (posh paper lady you tube videos!) I was at a loss for how to make my upper cabinets in the craft room work, and your 25 lb test on your $5 organizer solved the problem. NOE to Mack it pretty...picked up the black and white willow China plate contact paper from the dollar tree today! So excited!
Great video! I love the locker bins as well, I just have not figured out how I'm going to use them! LOL As always thank you for sharing! Stay safe, healthy and positive! GOD bless you and your family! 🙏❤🌻
Great ideas! I'm so happy I found your channel, you are such a ray of sunshine 🌞!💞🌻💕
Thank you so much!!
Great ideas. We hope to be moving soon and I will be setting up a craft room
Thank you for this one lol Still working on that craft room of mine these tips are going to help so much.
You got this!
I love all your videos. Everything you do is so helpful.
Your pen pal idea is so sweet! You are a lovely person.
You are so kind
I just found you and I LOVE your channel! Can't wait to see more!!!
Welcome, Judy!!
Great video again Norrine. I was struck by your caring enough to tell us where NOT to buy the Sterlite shoeboxes. If you read lots of reviews for those bulk sold Sterlite and Iris boxes by Amazon many buyers complain of them arriving cracked and broken. Many Amazon sellers buy odd lots at merchants including from Amazon and resell them yet the name Sterlite or Iris may well appear up at the top of the listing as though the manufacturer is selling them through Amazon. If one looks lower down closer to the buy button one sees the name of the individual or mom/pop who is really selling the goods. I’ve learned to click the actual seller whether their name appears up at top or down below. Before I buy from them I take a look to see what they are in the business of selling. If (in this case) they are in the business of selling plastic containers and they’ve sold lots of plastic containers whereby they have a 97% or better rating then I will consider buying from
them. But many individual or mom/pop sellers sell dozens or hundred of different completely random products from car parts to purses. Yet they are not really a merchant nor a manufacturer. They are buying 2nds, returns or overruns discounted from who knows where? That is the merchant I would NOT buy a bulk order of fragile plastic shoeboxes. A friend of mine taught me that she uses Amazon to sell items she bought retail but didn’t like just like people do on Ebay. Call me daft but I always figured, except for used books, Amazon sellers were real stores, or actual manufacturers. Not so at all!Sorry for my silly course change! I really wanted you to know we appreciate you steering us to the best merchant for those organization items. Also for letting us know the dollar store white org trays with gray bottoms are almost as good as Rubbermaid’s.
Do the locker bins come in different sizes? I’m pleased they are available in white! I’ve decided I can tone down the noise in my craft room by converting all my different colors of bins to white only. What a deeply thoughtful gift the roll of stamps was from one of your fans! When I saw that bunch of stamped envelopes in your hands I thought, “Oh Norrine! Be careful dear girl. Times are rough.” Then you spoke of the person’s kindness and it felt like angel’s wings were heard. My daughter calls them
“God shots.” God bless you sweet lady. Simona
So nice to hear from you again, Simona! Hope you are doing well. I'd heard that about the Amazon merchants before too. I look for distribution from Amazon facilities.... I seldom order from others, unless its a brand distributor. For those amazing locker bins from the dollar tree; yes. They come in a rectangle or more of a square. They also have a few different sizes with similar boxes that are textured. So many great storage options at the Dollar Tree!!! The $.99 is starting to carry more storage bins now too!!! The "God shot" of stamps was perfect! I was almost out of stamps - and more were not in my budget! It was a perfect gift. 💛
Lovely to hear the birds.
I love them too
Thanks so much for the tips 😊
You are so welcome!
Really like your ideas and love all of the info you share! It is so very helpful. Like the ...10” deep kitchen shelf and the locker bin 👍🏻
I see that you attach your handles to storage containers ...Would lLOVE to see a video on some diy and or up cycled ways to make handles for storage bins. TFS 😃👍🏻☀️
Here's how I added my handles: ua-cam.com/video/YyFKa7_LLB4/v-deo.html
The Crafty Organizer awesome! Thanks!
I live in an apartment and have a hall linen closet... I lean my two step ladder in the and close the door... Stands up really good in there and it's convenient
You are fabulous! I wish you were in North Alabama...i desperately need help organizing. I only have a husband and sons to help me and they just complain that i have too much stuff lol.
Thank you. Another lovely video. Bless you xx
Glad you enjoyed it
Please do more of these type of videos
Am in uk so all these items apart from ikea i cant get but i still get so much inspiration from your ideas and recommendations. We have a Poundland here in uk but most of there stuff is tat lol not really a craft section to shout about . Just plain cards few stickers buttons etc.poundland have never sold foam board but when i was on holiday ,last year in furteventura (canary islands) there was a little nick nack shop and i got some packs in there for just a few euros. I got some acrylic paints glues etc i could of spent all my spends in there in one go lol. Stay safe xx
I'll have to search for shops in other places to know what similar items can be found. Thanks for letting me know. 💛
I haven't tried using foam board before, but I am definitely going to in the near future.
It's magic! Let me know what you create!
I need someone to organize my life! Lol my crafts are all over and nothing has a place. Whenever I try to start organizing I get so overwhelmed. Thanks for sharing!
I've been playing with the idea of virtual sessions to try and help people get started. I'll let you know if I do! xoxoxox
The Crafty Organizer aww that is so sweet of you.
Just wanted to let you know that you are wonderful and vety sweet. Love your voice, its so calming...it's like getting two for one. Your organizing are phenominal...keep doing what you love...you have helped me so much.
Wow, Denise!! Thank you so much 🙂
3:50 Those type of containers from Dollar Tree also don’t stay closed. I’ve temporarily resorted to placing a large rubber band around them to hold them closed, but I won’t be buying anymore from there. The ones from Walmart have lids that snap closed so they look much nicer.
YES! Another reason I recommend NOT getting them from Dollar Tree. Thanks for adding that 💛
I love your organizing tips! 💕
I'm so glad!
love those bins I have them in Blue and Green for pantry and craft room. What I do not like is they are hard to find in the size like you have and I have ever time I find them now they are square or smaller than those. So when I see those larger ones I buy them whether I need them or not LOL
I do too! LOL
Love your videos!!
Do you ever work in Las Vegas!??? I'd love some ideas for my craft room!!😊
Not yet..... send me an email at CallClutterFairy@gmail.com Let's chat!
Hello, you have a very interesting video. I really like your ideas. Thanks for sharing. 💕🌸🌼
Thanks for visiting, Connie! Glad you liked them. 💛
Noreen, I SO look forward to your videos! You feel like my special friend, and I love it! If I may give a tip and make a request, please? The tip is regarding the foam core boards from Dollar Tree. Although I AM a very senior citizen, I teach a craft class three times a week to seniors in an independent living apartment. I have found that these foam core boards take craft paint a million times better that the Wal-Mart ones because there are no grid marks that you struggle to cover up. I use them in many cases where you might use wood because they are lightweight, easy to cut and very strong. We have used them for many different kinds of projects and are always pleased with the results. Which brings me to my question. Could you please consider doing a video on the things you have made with them? I want to create better organization here at home (and are you ever helping me!!!) but budget is crucial as well as weight if I have to move things. Thank you so VERY much for your sweet spirit and for sharing with us the wealth of experience you have . God's blessings to you!!
SharonAnn! I had never thought of that! Yes! I'd love to share all that I've made. And great idea to use them as a canvas! I've done that, but never thought of sharing it. Blessings to you and thank you for the kind helpful comment. 💛🌈🌻
Foam core! I’m going to make a pull out box for my kitchen cabinet under our peninsula! I can’t find anything that will work and is inexpensive. It’s 28” deep so stuff gets pushed back and gets lost in the black hole! Thanks for helping me brain storm my storage needs. I’m renting so I don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on metal pull out units that have to be screwed down in the cabinet. I can’t wait to get to the dollar tree for foam core!
I made a custom drawer to fit under a chair so I could have shoe storage like that! It’s held up about three years now!!!! And I use it thinking multiple times a day :) Let me know how yours turn out :-)
@@TheCraftyOrganizer I’m planning on doing it on Saturday. I’ll send you photos of my progress!
Wish you lived close to me. Sure could use a friend as sweet and kind as you - not to mention as smart
We can be pen pals!!!! Email me your address: CallClutterFairy@gmail.com 💛
Wow, you & Katherine @ Do it on a dime have the most wonderful Dollar Trees!! Indiana not so much, waaaaaah!!! I usually find maybe 1/2 the items I see on the YT channels I'm subbed to. (Yes, I have several craft channels I'm subbed to but you & Katherine are hands down THA BEST!!!) Love, hugs & God Bless you!
Oh wow! Thank you so much!!!!! I admit.... I drive to different Dollar Tree stores. As the stock they carry REALLY varies! But what I showed on this video is pretty typical. Thanks for the kind words and for subscribing. 💛🌈💛
Love watching your videos! I’m still isolating, so I won’t be shopping anytime soon.
In the past, I’ve saved boxes from checks and used them as drawer organizers.
I loved your previous video, including how to keep your 12x12 scrapbook paper organized vertically. If you ever find a container that can do than and be covered, please let me know. I need something to protect the paper from dust and furry “helpers”.
I'll keep an eye out!
The scrapbook organization “Fab Files”from Tiffany Spaulding are closable and come in several sizes, including one big enough for 12x12 paper. I like them.
Portia Read, thanks! I checked out Tiffany’s website. Apparently, they don’t sell those anymore. Also it’s really not deep enough-unless I would buy 10 of them and put those into a container. But, you’re right, they look awesome.
I’m currently using a rolling cart that has shelves but have to unzip the cover and expand the stacking shelves every time I use it, which is part of the reason I don’t use it.
Speaking of vacuum bags. Many of us have vacuum cleaners that need a particular size of paper bag that can be pricey to replace as often as needed. I use snack chip clips, long plastic clips with a spring that holds them shut. Typically, the bottom of a bag is folded over a few times and held in place with glue. Before use, I very gently unfold just the bottom of the bag. If I do make a tear, I seal it with sturdy tape. Duct tape is good. Then I fold it back up and seal the fold shut with a clip. When the bag fills up with dirt, I can empty it into a trash can by simply removing my chip clip. Fold the bottom back up, apply the clip, and put it back in your vacuum. I can reuse the same bag a great many times before it finally wears out. The clip has to be large enough to seal the bag and small enough to fit inside the vacuum chamber. The bag needs to inflate during vacuuming for good suction so the clip cannot be so big that it overcrowds the bag.
Genius!!!! I love smart ideas like that!
Dear Norrine, you brighten my day with your UA-cams...it makes me so happy to see a notification in my email. Your UA-cam “starting with me” was inspiring...I have always loved all the colors in the rainbow, including all skin colors and appreciate all the differences there are in the world...isn’t it ironic that white people are always tanning so they can be browner. I would like to share one of my favorite true stories. One evening I was leaving work (at the University of Texas) and a young black man in a hoodie was heading toward me. I am sorry to say that me brain said “uh oh” until I saw that it was one of my favorite students...what a lesson that was for me. One of the best qualities that a human can have is empathy...if we could all practice empathy, the world would be an amazing place.
And I do enjoy a good trip to the Dollar Tree...if you think about it, it is like a wonderful 5 and 10 cent store. Anyway, keep up the good work both in organizing and diy crafting and social awareness. I have rattled along enough...just remember you have a friend in me.
Thank you, Charlotte! Empathy is a game changer, in my opinion. I appreciate your kindness and support. xoxoxo
I love watching your videos 😍 I try so hard to be organized that I'm disorganized😢 I've been trying so hard to get my house put together so it's easier for me to do anything I was diagnosed with crippling rheumatoid arthritis and I'm only 40 so it's been hard to try to learn new ways to do everything and to make things accessible so I don't drop them but enough about that I just wanted to let you know that if people don't have a dollar tree they also have the foam board at Walmart in black and white I'm not sure about the size but it's only .88¢ and Thank you again for doing your videos you are amazing stay safe and keep up the good work and if you are ever in Michigan you can come to my house LOL
I am in the process of doing a video on setting things up if you have arthritis!!!! I hope it will help. xoxoxox
I wanted to share how I use the Dollar Tree foam board. I absolutely love the peel and stick wall decals (also from Dollar Tree) but my house has old textured plaster walls. So I found out that if I stick them to the foam board and cut about a 1/4 inch wider they have a cute little border. Then I'm able to hang them by using thumb tacks.
Genius!
Love to see you back ❤️ I’m wanting to get a through things from your amazon store link, however I’m in Australia and it won’t let me order. Is there a setting you can change to allow international purchases through your affiliate link? I’d love to use it to benefit you if I can ❤️🇦🇺
I'll have to check into that!!!! Thanks for thinking of me 💛
Great products & tips.
The trouble with Poundland is that not everything is £1.00 anymore. Also, you have to be really careful with the make, as some of the items can be total rubbish. I wish we had The Dollar Tree etc in the UK.
Our $.99 cent store is like that. The title says the price! Yet, items are as high at $19.00 And, yes. You have to really watch the quality.
Thank you for sharing all of your saving tips. :-)
You are so welcome!
Thank you for sharing.
My pleasure!
I am so glad you mentioned how the DT shoe boxes lids collapse and recently I have found that the lids don't even fit/snap on properly. SMH! Another use for locker bins: I have two that I turn upsidedown to hold my keyboard and mouse pad for a makeshift standing desk. A standing desk for $2? You can't beat that price! 😂
How smart are you!!!!! I love that idea!
@@TheCraftyOrganizer Thanks so much! 😊
Also I love your work -- but the opening ad was for a company to teach people how to organize!!! LOL
No way! That is hilarious!!!! I don't get to pick - that's ALL UA-cam! Too funny!
Locker bins great for house paint brushes.
Yes they are!
You are so AWESOME!!!!
You too!!
I just love your videos! I’m so happy I found you!
Just want to let you know, some of the items in your Amazon store aren’t available anymore. Not sure if they will become available, but maybe the links need to be updated??
Oh thank you! I'll check them out.... I know Amazon stock was pretty impacted from Covid. But thank you for letting me know. And I am happy you found me too. Hope to see you again in the comments soon!💛
@@TheCraftyOrganizer I really hope that's what's going on. Maybe they will be available again soon!
Thank you Norrine! Are you sure you don’t want to consider living next door? 😊. We have Dollar stores here! 😄😉
I don't even care where "here" is..... You had me at Dollar Stores! LOL My goal/dream is to get an RV and start traveling the US and helping people get organized. But, I need winning lottery numbers to buy the RV first and am waiting for my kids to start college. So I have a couple more years to save up. 💛
The Crafty Organizer ...Our door is always open. 😉
Love your videos! Where did you say you purchased the Sterilite Shoe Boxes?
Target, Walmart, KMart.... Big Lots has them sometimes too.
Yeah, thats one of the things about dollar tree...they have some of the same brands as Walmart etc for storage containers, but they are generally a stripped down version: thinner and flimsier plastic.
Please do more of these videos
I will... just waiting for things to open again. I ran out of things to organize in my little home. LOL
I’m going to Walmart to get 12 shoebox containers!
I am just redoing and up dating my craft room just got into doing deco mesh wreaths and would love to hear how you would organize the mesh, chelle sticks and stuff . I didnt want a bunch of little containers sitting around . What piece of furniture would you recommend for all my stuff.?
Depending upon your space and size.... it's hard to say. Can you send me a picture of your space??? I found this image online - which could be made for around $20.... could this work for you? www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinterest.com%2Fpin%2F404549979002519907%2F&psig=AOvVaw0nY2FAXusR3qTMBR9DmJd6&ust=1591971185454000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=0CAIQjRxqFwoTCNCtnvz4-ekCFQAAAAAdAAAAABAK
Hi Noreen. I have the perfect use for a couple of the broom grippers. So I go to your Amazon page and it list all these buying options. Which one do I chose so you get the credit? Thanks for all you do!
Anything you buy (Including things I don't have listed) give me a .001% credit. Thank you so much for supporting me!!!! 🌈
Sorry I spelled your name wrong. 😞
I so wish Dollar tree would ship to Australia, we have discount stores, often I can’t find the same items though.
Thank you for telling me that!!!! I've wondered if they shipped internationally.
We need a Dollar Tree in the UK
Someone there needs to open one up!!! I'm sure it's a franchise! 🌺
How do you adhere the little black handles.?
Here's how I added my handles: ua-cam.com/video/YyFKa7_LLB4/v-deo.html
Love anything budget friendly. Great video.
Where do you get the black drawer handles for your containers? Did you make them?
Here's how I added my handles: ua-cam.com/video/YyFKa7_LLB4/v-deo.html
OK ... 🤫🤔 🙄 🤭 When you said to use vacuum bags for storage for the life of me I couldn't figure out what I was gonna use the bag from my vacuum to store... you know... the bag that holds all the dirt? Yeah, that vacuum bag. 🤭🤭🤭 Oh brother! Maybe I need more coffee... or LESS!!?!! Vacuum bags... oh for pity sake! 😒🙄😜🤪
That's TOTALLY valid! I should have said vacuum STORAGE bags! LOL Coffee for BOTH of us!
@@TheCraftyOrganizer ...and it's on me! 🤪☕☕🤪
What are those bins called 🤔 Rocker bins or locker bins?? The dollar store ones?
The Dollar Tree calls them Locker bins. :)
my handwriting is dreadful so what labeller can you recommend
The Brother P-touch is around $25 and is AMAZING! You can find it in my amazon store:
www.amazon.com/shop/callclutterfairy
@@TheCraftyOrganizer Thanks will put it on my want list