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Getting Organised

February 13, 2011 By Spoonful of Sugar - 36 Comments

Our Growing Collection of Kokeshi Dolls

There hasn’t been much sewing or crafting happening around these parts this week. Getting back into the work routine seemed to stifle my creativity, plus we had the added excitement of my son’s Year 12 School Ball. It was a very proud moment seeing him all dressed up – I still can’t believe he is in his last year of high school.

I spent some time over the weekend tidying up and reorganising my crafty space and hope to get back in there this week to work on some projects.

My rubber stamps are now housed in an old cigar box. Hopefully by having them out I might be tempted to use them – I don’t do much card making these days.

Have finally labelled the rest of my supplies.

The book shelf has been tidied.

My collection of Japanese craft books is growing.  I am eagerly awaiting delivery of this Japanese book (it will be the first Japanese craft book that I have that is translated into English!)

I have prettied up my workstation with some aqua and red supplies.

I have put my collection of Bonne Maman jars to good use. I especially love the mini jars.

Hope to get started on some new projects this week!

Filed Under: Our Home Tagged With: craft room, storage

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  1. Mommarock says

    February 13, 2011 at 8:02 am

    Love the Kokeshi dolls!! I have a few Japanese Crochet books that I picked up when I lived in Japan.. Love them. The projects are just THE most beautiful. I cannot read them, but I can follow the patterns just fine as the symbols are easy to follow. (Thank goodness!)

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  2. Nicole says

    February 13, 2011 at 8:29 am

    The mini jars are so, so cute!

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  3. Handmade in Israel says

    February 13, 2011 at 9:10 am

    Lol! Do you plan to use your work space or will it stay so pretty and neat and tidy?? It all looks fabulous! Love the dolls!

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  4. KaHolly says

    February 13, 2011 at 10:23 am

    I often find that if I take the time to tidy up my sewing area, it motivates me to make a whole new mess!!

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  5. Bela says

    February 13, 2011 at 11:04 am

    Lisa, your work space is lovely! We also have a kokeshi collection around here!!rs…Aila loves these beauties!!
    I wish you have a wonderful week!
    Love, Bela.

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  6. Chocolate Cat says

    February 13, 2011 at 11:18 am

    Oh it looks so nice and organised! Not sure that I would want to use it!!!Looking forward to seeing what you create next.

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  7. Gina says

    February 13, 2011 at 11:59 am

    I could do with you to come and organise my studio. It looks so pretty!

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  8. Patchwork and Play says

    February 13, 2011 at 12:45 pm

    Oh what a pretty place to have you work in! I am jealous cos I sew in a tiny corner of my bedroom with all my supplies stored in various parts of our little apartment! Ah..one day! The dolls are so cute!

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  9. Rachel Le Grand says

    February 13, 2011 at 1:09 pm

    !!! what great photos ! & so many wonderful things !

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  10. Terriaw says

    February 13, 2011 at 2:02 pm

    what a great feeling to have all your supplies organized! I love your methods for some of the treasures, like the old cigar box and the cute little jars. Hope you get time to do some crafting soon!

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  11. Barbara says

    February 13, 2011 at 2:15 pm

    Your area looks awesome! I started doing some serious organizing this week – but nothing nearly as beautiful looking as yours! Love the red and aqua touches. (and I’m a strumpet for a label-maker 😉

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  12. De says

    February 13, 2011 at 2:43 pm

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  13. De says

    February 13, 2011 at 2:45 pm

    How inspiring to have a tidy work area. I must say Im impressed – 4 tubs for buttons 🙂

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  14. shez says

    February 13, 2011 at 3:12 pm

    I love the colours of red and aqua to,everything looks nice and neat wish my sewing room looked like that.
    cheers shez

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  15. Anonymous says

    February 13, 2011 at 5:33 pm

    Hi
    Just wondering where you bought the plastic boxes with the white lids – great size

    thanks

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  16. Randi says

    February 13, 2011 at 5:42 pm

    I love your mini jars … and I’m intrigued by some of the titles on your book shelf. I’d love to know which are your favorites.

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  17. suzitee says

    February 13, 2011 at 5:44 pm

    All looking very organised and pretty Lisa! Hope it inspires some creativity…although it’s usually more a time issue than a creativity issue, huh? Especially love the red and aqua…mmmmmmmm!

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  18. natalie says

    February 13, 2011 at 6:18 pm

    Do you travel and will you come and do my sewing room Lisa. I think your Kokeshi dolls are absolutely gorgeous.

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  19. Sew Useful Designs says

    February 13, 2011 at 8:02 pm

    Hi Lisa!

    I hope that the routine becomes easier and the mojo (or energy) returns soon! 🙂

    Your craft space is looking pretty amazing!!! Love your pics, and labelling, and those cute wee jars! And the stationery supplies – what an inspirational place your studio is!

    Hugs! Vikki xo

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  20. Thimbleanna says

    February 13, 2011 at 8:23 pm

    Wow — will you come and clean up my space? I think I have too much junk — I need to start with throwing stuff out. I sure wish my pens and tape looked as pretty as yours do!

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  21. Janellybelly says

    February 14, 2011 at 12:51 am

    It all looks beautiful, I wonder what will be creatively produced this year…
    Can’t wait to see Brenton’s ball photos, plus all your goodies from Japan, at our catch up this week.
    Janelle xx

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  22. RACHEL says

    February 14, 2011 at 12:52 am

    I LOVE your kokeshi collection, I have 15 now.
    Rachel
    (Janelle’s daughter)

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  23. Rocio says

    February 14, 2011 at 1:57 am

    Lovely! Cleaning and tiding up is a very good way to start-up your creativity. For sure, many nice things to be produced in that beautiful environment. Congrats!

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  24. Lillabilly says

    February 14, 2011 at 3:22 am

    A good clean up and organising session can be very inspiring! I really love Bonne Maman jars with their pretty checkered tops too.

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  25. Rumi says

    February 14, 2011 at 11:06 am

    I have a collection of Kokeshi dolls as well. My oldest ones were given to me in 1973. The colors are a bit faded but I think they are still gorgeous!

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  26. Stina says

    February 14, 2011 at 1:00 pm

    So wish I was as organized like this…maybe I have to declutter some…lol wish you all the luck and thanks for the inspiration… Have to ask… Where to buy the doily rubber stamps… Have looked for this for a long time.. But can’t find in Sweden…:0)

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  27. Talin's Corner says

    February 14, 2011 at 3:45 pm

    Your organization skills really show off. The way you store things are beautiful.

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  28. Dogwood says

    February 14, 2011 at 8:06 pm

    Great job of organizing you craft stuff. I love how it all looks. Now you will know where everythin is located. Enjoy,

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  29. The Wittering Knitter says

    February 16, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    Oh wow! I look at all of your pictures and I think ‘Yes, this is how organised I want to be!’… It just never happens. I think my partner wishes I was this organised too 😉 I love the red and aqua stationery 🙂 x

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  30. Fancy Vintage says

    February 17, 2011 at 12:16 pm

    oh am so loving your organisation, so need what you’ve got, boxes to organise, or maybe I just collect too many things!

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  31. noflik nifelje says

    February 17, 2011 at 3:39 pm

    So organised, i can’t believe!!
    It’s fantastic…I can learn a lot from you. At my space it’s…
    greetings Petra

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  32. Shannon says

    February 18, 2011 at 12:47 pm

    Everything looks so tidy and tempting!

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  33. Lisa@ButteryBooks says

    February 18, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    You just motivated me to tackle my office this weekend. Thanks!

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  34. Corrie says

    February 18, 2011 at 11:39 pm

    I would fly you to sydney to do my room. I love it! I think we have a lot of the same books and myst get myself that japanese book!

    corrie:)

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  35. Creativaholic says

    February 21, 2011 at 4:37 am

    *___* Aw!
    Love kokeshi! I started to make them kntting with the japanese amigurumi technique!
    Love the way to put in order your supplies with those boxes!

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  36. K @ Aurora Blythe says

    February 24, 2011 at 8:41 pm

    This site is truly as delightsome as a spoonful of inspirational sugar! Thank you so much for so many lovely, doable ideas.

    Reply

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