the possibilities are endless: Diane shares her Organized and Inspired Scrap space

Diane really learned the importance of shopping with the intention to use, rather than the intention to store, something many of use are guilty of.

1. The scrapbooking approach exercise really helped me think about the order in which I like to create. When I returned all things to my space organize them in a way that supports my work flow. Working from left to right, paper first, followed by embellishments, then alphabets/journaling - it works great for me.

2. 2. Emptying my room was a horrifying experience. After moving everything out of my small 4X12 space into the spare bedroom I could not believe how much stuff I had “stored”. I really have no idea how I had it all fit in there. Purging supplies was so valuable and a discovery of what I love and use and what I thought I loved, and bought, but didn’t use. Picking products for my page used to really frustrate me. I would often wonder why I had such a hard time selecting my products when I had so much stuff. Even when I had new stuff it was difficult. Now it is fun! I know whatever I select I will love because I only have things in my room that I love! Having less really works for me. I like to have choices, just not so many!

3. 3. I now have filters in place to help me make wise decisions when purchasing products. The class taught me to ask myself questions before buying. Do I have a place to put it? Do I already own something that is similar? How would I use this? 9 out of 10 times I realize after asking those questions that I don’t want it or need it. I’ve actually walked out of scrapbooking and craft stores many times empty handed. I feel totally in control now – no more impulse purchases for me.

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WOW! That is an awesome use of space. Very organized, colorful and inspiring! Great job!

Posted by: Tracy | April 07, 2009 at 06:26 AM

What an INCREDIBLE transformation!!!! I'd LOVE to have you come and help me set up my scrapbook room, Wendy, but I'm afraid it would scare even you off, LOL! I've been trying to get your book FOREVER (even before your class at BPS), but couldn't find it anywhere and missed the class deadline. Can't wait for it to be offered again so I, too, can dig out of my supply mess!!!!

Posted by: Carol Clayton | April 07, 2009 at 06:44 AM

This is an awesome space! Love all the red accents. I love my corkboard/brad storage too!

Posted by: Karen | April 07, 2009 at 07:47 AM

Wonderful and colorful use of space...great job...again supports the old adage that "less is definitely more". Roberta

Posted by: Roberta Philbrick | April 07, 2009 at 07:47 AM

Love the use of a small space!!

Posted by: Katie Paterson | April 07, 2009 at 08:10 AM

This is awesome & totally is making me rethink my space which I'm in the ever evolving process of putting in order. I do agree that sorting & reviewing keeps you in touch with what you do/don't have & too many choices makes the decisions of "what" to use difficult. When I painted, I had limited colors & blended to work with them. This to some degree should be a similar process.

Posted by: Peggy | April 07, 2009 at 09:39 AM