Cardstock Organization
Cardstock Organization
Conquer cardstock chaos with Brandi Mahon's brilliant organization system! Learn how to store hundreds of cardstock sheets in minimal space, create a rainbow-organized color swatch book, and know exactly what you have at all times. This compact system protects your paper from bending, fading, and damage while keeping everything perfectly accessible.
What You'll Create
- A complete rainbow-ordered cardstock color swatch book
- Custom Cricut-cut tags for every cardstock color
- Professional labels for all your paper storage sleeves
- A compact storage system using job ticket holders
- Organized scrap paper storage solutions
- A system for both 8.5x11 and 12x12 paper
Techniques You'll Learn
- Creating cardstock color swatch tags with Cricut
- Efficient tag placement on cutting mats (8 tags per sheet)
- Using chain printing method for label makers
- Cutting and preparing job ticket holder sleeves
- Organizing scraps by color within the system
- Rainbow color ordering for quick access
- Protecting cardstock from sun damage and moisture
- Separating specialty papers from regular cardstock
- Labeling techniques for easy identification
Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate - Perfect if you have basic Cricut and label maker skills. Step-by-step instruction makes this system accessible even if you're new to craft room organization.
Class Features
- Complete video tutorial showing the entire system
- Cricut Design Space walkthrough for tag creation
- Wine tag template recommendations (or use any tag you prefer)
- Label maker setup and chain printing technique
- Job ticket holder preparation instructions
- Storage solutions for 8.5x11 and 12x12 paper
- Scrap paper organization strategies
- Real-world examples from an active craft room
What Makes This System Special
This isn't just another storage method—it's a complete solution that solves multiple problems at once. The compact job ticket holder system reduces storage footprint dramatically while protecting paper from bending, sun fading, and moisture damage. The color swatch book means you never have to pull out paper to see what you have—just flip through your swatches and go straight to the right sleeve. Plus, the integrated scrap storage keeps everything together by color!
Resources Included
- Cricut tag design recommendations and setup
- Job ticket holder cutting measurements (11.5" height)
- Label maker chain printing tutorial
- Brother P-Touch label maker guidance
- Supply list with specific product links
- Scrap paper size guidelines (minimum keeper size)
- Tips for organizing specialty papers separately
- Ziploc bag system for large scraps
Perfect For
- Crafters with limited space who need compact storage
- Anyone overwhelmed by piles of loose cardstock
- Makers who buy duplicate colors because they forget what they have
- Organizing large cardstock collections efficiently
- Protecting paper investment from sun and moisture damage
- Creating a professional-looking craft room
- Anyone tired of bent or damaged cardstock
Join Brandi from Stamp Me Some Love and transform your cardstock chaos into an organized, compact, and beautiful system. Know exactly what you have, find it instantly, and protect your investment—all while saving valuable craft room space!