Not a lot has changed on my desk this week. We spent the weekend in Lincoln NE at our niece's wedding. I spent some time Sat. morning taking pictures of the university grounds and downtown. I like creating my own 'morgue file' for blog pics. The campus grounds were beautiful with floral and architecture.
The 5 reams of SU Marina Mist cardstock are for the little pocket notebooks and the stamp set was a gift from one of my SILs.
On our way home Sunday we stopped for the night in Springfield - which meant I got to go to Michael's. I found this beautiful suitcase for 50% off... then had an additional 25% coupon off total purchase. This is one of the base colors in my studio and I knew if I left it behind, I'd kick myself later. My initial plan was to put my Sizzix dies inside then slide it under my Project Life shelf. As you can see, that was not going to happen. So I'll tuck it away for another use. But, this did give me the idea to use one I'd purchased on clearance last year for the same thing... Now this is how my die-cutting area looks.
The wooden cabinet to the left started off on my writing desk upstairs but was just too cluttered looking. For now I've been putting pieces of white cardstock inside for when I just need a small piece for something. The box underneath is my embossing folder files.
That's it for me this week. I have something to share with you very soon so stay tuned, and I hope if you are not already, you will follow me so you don't miss out!
In the mean time, head on over to Stamping Ground where Miss Julia will have the pass to tons of other inspiring blogs for you to visit. Want to know more about what we do every Wednesday? Go HERE.
Creative Blessings!
Kel
Love that suitcase you found!!
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Those little suitcases are the decor ones found in Michaels, Hobby Lobby and even Dollar General! You wouldn't want to put weight in them and expect them to hold up to be carried, but they are beautiful accents! Thanks for stopping in! Creative Blessings!
DeleteI really like the suitcase, and that it led you to a different solution for the dies....but I LOVE the little wooden cupboard, it's gorgeous. And I must say, a great idea too!
ReplyDeleteHI Julia. That little cupboard was from a consignment auction. Super cheap.. my favorite kind of find LOL. If I need to pass it on, I'll keep you in mind ;-)
DeleteOoh I love that suitcase, it's a real eye-catcher and needs to be out in full view! Very impressed at how beautifully neat and organised your die-cutting stuff is - I hate getting mine out as it's a battle fitting it all back in the drawer afterwards! Thanks for stopping by my desk, hope you have a great week,
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do like I've been doing, Diana. Cruise pinterest and other blogs for great storage ideas. That 'just right for you' option may pop out at you. Creative Blessings!
DeleteThe cog die is by Tim Holtz for Sizzix that you saw on my desk. Your case is so pretty, I would have bought it too and even better that you got so much off the full price. #27
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip, Belinda. Another one to add to my shopping list :-) Creative Blessings!
DeleteI'd have bought the suitcase too, so pretty and a bargain as well! I really like your cupboards and storage, a great mix of vintage and new..really great space!
ReplyDeleteHugs, LLJ 15 xx
Thanks, Jan. Though if all goes well on Tuesday, the studio is getting a MAJOR renovation. Crossing fingers. Creative Blessings!
DeleteThe case is gorgeous and so useful.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week and happy crafting, Angela x #42
Hi Angela! Thanks for stopping in. I'll be by later Creative Blessings!
DeleteI love that color card stock, and what a nice gift!
ReplyDeleteThanks Joyce! Creative Blessings!
DeleteCan't wait to hear your news, love how you utilize every space and it still looks tidy
ReplyDeleteBridget #58
LOL That's only the part I show you, Bridget. The rest is a total disaster. :-) But it's going to change... drastically! Creative Blessings!
DeleteGorgeous case and what a bargain, hope you fine a good place for it. Thanks for visiting me BJ#45
ReplyDeleteHi BJ. Happy to have you on my rounds this week! I'm still trying to decide what will fit the case best. It will tell me in time. Creative Blessings!
DeleteI wondered what all the same color card stock was for. lol Have you seen the peacock that someone made with the stamp set your SIL got you. Awesome! April #63
ReplyDeleteHI April
DeleteNo I've not seen the peacock. I'll have to look for it. Creative Blessings!
A lovely suitcase you found. Well spotted. I'm sure you will find a use for it...
ReplyDeleteTake care. God bless.
Margaret #13
Thanks, Margaret. I would love to have had one in every size... and I still might :-) Creative Blessings!
DeleteAlways love a great find! Have a great weekend!
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HI Angie!
DeleteThanks for stopping in. Creative Blessings!
I love how organized everything looks in your studio. Those vintage suitcases are great, and I'm sure you'll find the perfect use of the blue one. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Arnoldo. Yep.. I think Tim Holtz is rubbing off on me. I even found a vintage alarm clock at a sale I am in love with. And it works!
DeleteAlways love seeing your creative space :-) Beautiful color of card stock!! Can't wait to see what you do with it. Great trunk from Michaels. Better to buy it than regret leaving it at the store.
ReplyDeleteI so agree. I've come to love 3 cardstocks. SU is my primary CS. Then it's Co'ordinations and DCWV. Though I only use DCWV if I'm working with their DP for a challenge.
DeleteThanks for the visit earlier (yeah, I'm late) and I like your thought that a clean desk is just creativity waiting to explode. Your desk looks like a fun place to play. I like how you decided to store your dies. I tis a shame that first case didn't work out but now you can put it someplace where you can see it better since it is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteEverything works for a reason, Judy. I just know the blue one has a special place in the near future. Creative Blessings!
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