You know that feeling when you open a drawer and a rainbow of crayons spills out, like a burst of childhood joy? I mean, who doesn’t love the idea of organizing that colorful chaos? Lately, I’ve been wishing I could create the perfect storage solution for my multicolor crayon collection. Does anyone else find it frustrating when your favorite shade of green is hiding at the bottom of a disheveled pile? I remember when I used to sort them by color, but these days, it’s more of a crayon explosion! It’s time for a little DIY magic, don’t you think? I just want a simple yet fun way to showcase these little masterpieces that bring so much creativity and color into our lives.
Items You’ll Need
- Storage Container
- Crayon Organizer Tray
- Labeling Maker
- Dividers
- Ziploc Bags
- Crafting Adhesive
- Wooden or Plastic Crayon Box
- Art Supply Caddy
- Craft Foam Sheets
- Scissors
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gather Your Equipment
First things first, I collected all my equipment. I got my Storage Container, Crayon Organizer Tray, Labeling Maker, Dividers, Ziploc Bags, Crafting Adhesive, Wooden Crayon Box, Art Supply Caddy, Craft Foam Sheets, and Scissors. Wow, I'm excited to start!
Step 2: Sort the Crayons
I dumped all the crayons onto the table, and started sorting them by color. It was like a rainbow explosion! Reds, blues, greens, and yellows - I made little piles and it was so satisfying.
Step 3: Use the Crayon Organizer Tray
Next, I took my Crayon Organizer Tray and placed it inside the Storage Container. I started putting each color of crayon into its designated space in the tray. This is where the fun happens—everything started looking tidy!
Step 4: Create Divisions
To make it even more organized, I pulled out the Dividers. I trimmed them to fit perfectly and separated the colors further. Now I could easily find my favorite colors without the mess!
Step 5: Label Everything
Time to use the Labeling Maker! I labeled each section of the tray with the color names. It was like a mini art gallery! The labels made everything look professional and neat.
Step 6: Store Broken Crayons
I found some broken crayons during my sorting process. I took the Ziploc Bags to store these little guys separately. Now I can save them for a fun project later!
Step 7: Personalize the Crayon Box
I grabbed my Wooden Crayon Box and decided to decorate it with some Craft Foam Sheets. I cut out fun shapes and glued them onto the box for a personalized touch. It’s now a vibrant home for my crayons!
Step 8: Assemble the Art Supply Caddy
I took the Art Supply Caddy and placed my Crayon Organizer Tray inside along with some markers and colored pencils. Now I have an all-in-one spot for my art supplies, making it easier when I'm ready to create.
Step 9: Finish Up and Admire
Finally, I stood back and admired my work. Everything was so organized and colorful! It looks great in my art corner, and I’m excited to use my crayons now. This storage solution was a blast to create!