Scrapbook and Cardstock Paper Storage

I really took my time when I was looking for a way to store scrapbook paper. I started with the rooster boxes below which were purchased from the Dollar Store.  The largest one is the perfects size and sturdy enough to hold 12 x 12 scrapbook paper.

 In my search for new paper storage, I came up with a few criteria.
1. The storage needs to be clear so that I can see the paper through it.
2.  Paper should be easily accessible
3. The unit should be free standing, as I have no wall space
4.  Enough shelves to allow colors to be separated into designs and solids and then colors the colors of the rainbow, PBGYOR.
5.  Paper must be protected from corner crimping.

I finally settled on these:

They are from Display Dynamics.  Sturdy plastic units that come and need assemblage.  There are three types shown in the pictures.  One for 8 1/2 x 11 paper, and two for 12 x 12 paper.  The two larger units are different in that one has a lip on the shelf to keep the paper from falling when they are tilted and the other does not.  The tilting aspect allows them to be seen better, but the non-tilted lipless unit will hold more.  I cover them with plastic to prevent dust.  They also have small clear drawers that are available.  There are two drawers in the first picture in the unit on the right, shelves 7 and 8.  The look a little blurry.  The are the right size to hold rubber stamps nicely.

These units can be purchased online, just Google" Display Dynamics" and there are many choices of vendors. I have been  happy with my choice.

Scrapbook Paper Storage, Loving Leftovers!

I have these plastic drawer units in the room where I use my Cricut.  They hold the leftover scraps.  The left side is for patterned paper and the right side is for solid colors. Drawers are arranged in Purple, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, Red (PBGYOR) and neutrals.

The drawer dimensions are: Drawer Dimensions: 14" W x 12.5" D x 2.6" H which is perfect to hold 12 x 12 scrabook paper.

They are on rollers and I just roll them over to the computer desk where the Cricut sits where I can conveniently reach for what I need as I work.

Once a friend came to visit and we were rummaging through the refrigerator for something to eat.  She made the comment, "I love leftovers!".  The same banner is true in the world of paper crafting.  I find that these storage units tend to be the "go to" place for paper.  As they are designs and colors that I have chosen for a project, by default they are also in the category of my favorite designs and colors and so become "choice" for other projects too.

They can be found at:  http://www.samsclub.com/sams/10-drawer-organizer/prod1490070.ip