Thursday, June 28, 2012

Unused Greeting Card Storage... Take Two!

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Back in February, I showed everyone a way to store unused greeting cards using a mesh tabletop file.





I still love the idea, but found an even better way that I had to share.

While I was searching for the Iris photo storage box that I purchased for my June photo challenge, I saw this awesome little box for greeting cards.












I didn't purchase it at that time because I had several projects lined up, but I did eventually pick it up at a Michaels store when they were having a 40% off sale on craft storage. I think I paid around $6.99 for it. You can also purchase this Iris storage box from Hobby Lobby, Amazon, Organize.com, and Stacks and Stacks.

Since this box only had six dividers, I had to narrow down my greeting card categories. After some thought, here are the categories I decided to use:
  • Birthday
  • Blank
  • Congratulations
  • Thank You
  • Thinking of You
  • Miscellaneous
Next, I had to create labels for each category. I used Avery #48860 labels for this process!








Now, it was time to place the greeting cards in their correct spots.






And, the last step... Any guesses on what I did for this step?!?!

Placed a label on the box. Once again, I used the Martha Stewart chalkboard labels I purchased at Staples.






Completing this project frees up the mesh tabletop file, so my husband will actually have a place to keep his files now. Overall, I am very satisfied!



I linked up this post here:

The 36th AVENUE
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19 comments:

  1. Great idea! I really should put together a greeting card box. That would save me a lot of time hunting for the perfect one when it's already late!

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    1. Thank you! I am that same way. That is why I decided to start purchasing boxes of greeting cards with an assortment of types. It has helped so much. Now, I always have a card to go with a gift. ;)

      xoxo,
      Kristin

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  2. Wow...thanks I'm been looking for something for my cards....I found a card keeper basket at a yard sale; but isn't big enough. I make a lot of cards! :) I'll have to see if I can find one. Thanks!

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    1. I am so glad I could help. I hope you find one in your area. It has truly been a lifesaver. ;)

      xoxo,
      Kristin

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  3. This is great Kristin! I recently purged and organized my greeting cards (you can see mine here if you're interested: http://fromoverwhelmedtoorganized.blogspot.ca/2012/06/organizing-my-greeting-cards.html) but I like your organizer better than my bin :) I buy assorted boxes too & I LOVE having cards in advance so I don't have to rush around at the last minute!

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    1. Thank you! ;) Great minds think alike. LOL!!!

      xoxo,
      Kristin

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  4. I have this same one I bought about 6 months ago! I love it! But I dont got the cute lil labels like you do!!!

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    1. So glad you love yours too!!! And, glad you like my labels too. I put labels on everything. I just can't help myself. LOL!!!

      xoxo,
      Kristin

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  5. I have this container (found it at Lowe's in the Christmas organizing containers of all places) and use it for a hybrid of your two posts. I store the little photo cases in it to hold all the bits and pieces that I cut with my Silhouette to make my own cards. It is such a great way to keep everything in one spot. Such a handy container! It's so nice to have cards on hand for those birthdays etc. that sneak up on you!

    Speaking of which, I need to make a birthday card this morning :)

    Visiting from The 36th Avenue!

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    1. How neat!!! It is definitely a great way to keep all of the small things together. Both cases have been lifesavers so far.

      I need to start making cards. I haven't tried that yet, but I definitely might.

      Thanks for stopping by and hope to see you again. ;)

      xoxo,
      Kristin

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  6. I really like this idea! I store mine in an accordion file, but I like that this storage container is clear so that you can be reminded what you quickly and easily. I found you on Delightful order! :o)

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    1. Thank you! I never thought about an accordion file even though I use those for several things. :) Thank you for stopping by and I hope you come back again.

      xoxo,
      Kristin

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  7. This is a great great idea. I would love to have you link this to my Our Favorite Things Link Party at http://www.mylifesatreasure.blogspot.com/2012/07/our-favorite-things-link-party-4.html. My readers are always looking for new ways to organize.
    Have a great week.

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    1. Thank you so much, and I will definitely link it up at your party. Thank you for asking me ;)

      Have a wonderful weekend!

      xoxo,
      Kristin

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    2. You are welcome. Thanks for linking up.

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  8. LOVE IT! I need to find one of these boxes. Would work as a great way to store the cards I have made. Much better than on my desk...lol!

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    1. Thank you so much!!! :)

      Have a wonderful weekend!

      xoxo,
      Kristin

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  9. I'm so depressed now...Amazon will not ship this item to Canada, my Michaels doesn't carry them, stacks and stacks will send two to me for 52 dollars and organize.com will send two to me for a whopping 82 dollars. And it is exactly the size and style I'm looking for!

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    1. That stinks! I hate to hear that. :(

      Have you tried the Iris website (http://www.irisusashop.com/)? Maybe they can help you find someone that sells it there or can ship one for cheaper than that. That is ridiculously expensive.

      xoxo,
      Kristin

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