How do YOU store your planner supplies? I’ll be sharing a few of my favorite frugal ways-and hope to hear how you do too!
Planning has become such an amazing lifestyle for me. A hobby that I was once resistant to, planning has become beneficial in so many areas of my life. I knew that I could find ways to make this new passion enjoyable and affordable.
One of the main reasons for my resistance to becoming a “planner girl” was financial. I was afraid that loading up on planner goodies was going to put a major dent in my budget. All of the glittery washi and super cute stickers looked amazing-but expensive! How could I justify spending money on all this planner goodness and find ways to store it?
Friends, like Jenn, helped me to see that all of the yumminess of planners can still be had while on a budget. Coupons, deals, and discount stores have been game changers. Oh, and our monthly Planner Squad Facebook group swap led by the rockin’ Sarita has added to the fun!
Once I began to amass a collection of washi tape and free stickers and printables, I recognized the need for some frugal storage and organization options for my beloved planner supplies. My office is already crammed with homeschool and blog supplies. I required some fast and frugal thinking to keep my planner mojo going (and my family from being buried under washi, stickers, and clips!).
I have been thrilled to face the challenge of finding deals on gorgeous planner goodies. I love how much fun it has been to search for deeply discounted washi tape and free stickers. Browsing through my current craft supplies for items to create planner clips has been relaxing and enjoyable. The search for affordable and adorable planner supplies has given me a chance to exercise my frugality and creativity.
I know that I cannot be alone in needing to watch my budget while still having planner fun. I plan on sharing more tips and ideas on having an inexpensive approach to planning. Also, Planner Squad will be sharing sites and shops that provide rockin’ planner supplies at affordable prices.
These three ways to inexpensive planner supply storage are simple yet effective. You may even have some of the supplies at home, waiting to be converted into planner storage. If not, you can likely find these items at stores like Walmart or your local dollar store.
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- Binder for Sticker Sheets: I was in heaven when I discovered that you could find free planner stickers to print! (Yes, I literally did a happy dance!) Along with stickers that were gifted to me and my neighborhood Dollar Tree, my sticker collection had grown to quite a size. I do not, however, have a very good memory for items that I have purchased or received. I would just finish a spread and think, “Doh! I totally forgot that I could have used that sticker set!”I dug through my office supplies and came up with this approach. It has rocked my planner world! Now, I can see all my pretty stickers and easily find what I need. (I am super visual so this really works for me!)
I simply found a 2″ binder and clear page protector sheets.
Sticker Binder on display. Cover=cardstock plus washi. A few of my favorite sticker sheets.
2. Clear Tackle Box: I had some cute stamps that I had collected over the years (dollar bins at Michaels!). These stamps, as well as the new ones I added to my stash, needed a home. (Scattered about my home is not a good place for these lovelies!)
While a pleasant jaunt through Walmart (and I say that with all the sarcasm that I can scoop upon that!), I happened upon a fantastic frugal find. For a mere $2.44, I brought home this awesome clear tackle box (for fishing!) for my stamps, stamp pads, and paper punches.
3. Paper Towel Holder: I needed a way to store my washi yet still have it out to see what I have. (I had all of it shoved in a box-I shudder at the thought now!) What could I use to display my washi without it costing a fortune? A paper towel holder from Dollar Tree!
What are your favorite inexpensive ways to store your planner supplies? Please leave a comment below with your tips and tricks.
Amy Milcic
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Amanda says
Genius paper towel holder idea Amy
I use a binder for my stickers too when I get them I tape them to paper and hole inch it in 🙂
Great post
Nancy Stornes says
Going to Dollar Tree right now to get my paper towel holder! Love that idea.
Maritza says
This is so awesome! Thank you for sharing these ideas!
Janete says
I agree! That paper towel idea is genius!! I’m buying a few!
Amy Milcic says
Awesome! I hope they work out for you:)
TRINA CLARK says
Greatest ideas. I did the binder of stickers a few days ago. I was using memory boxes for stamps but got a small stamper tray. But I have tackle boxes here I can use. And the paper towel roll is great. I can return one of my ribbon holder and save by buying a paper towel holder. Thanks for sharing.
Amy Milcic says
Awesome! I’m so glad that these ideas will help you with your planning:)
Theresa says
for planner stickers I cut them then place them in a coin envelope. with one sticker on the front to know what it is. I found a business card filing cabinet at good will that was adorable. and now they are filed in there all ready to use. I print a lot of my own stickers so this was fabulous. I do have my son to thank since he loves to be crazy organized (a bit OCD if you ask me) he sat one day and cut all of them out and then ran them through the sticker machine, then put the whole thing together. Mr perfect can cut better than a circuit machine..LOL as for my washi. I have them all on a small curtain rod that is hung on the wall. It is one of those round ones that just sit in the hook on the wall. Like a cafe curtain rod. I also mad some like the paper towel holder out of old wire hangers
Jenn Roberts says
This sounds like an awesome idea! I’d love to see more. Have you shared your pictures in our facebook group?