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hoarders keeping order – how to organize paint with a lazy susan

February 24, 2012 6 Comments

It is no secret that I love my craft supplies. As my collection starts to grow, some things get a bit hard to sort through. I caught myself buying paints I already had because I couldn’t see all my colors. I had my stash thrown into one of the cubbies in my craft room, which was just not the most organized way.

Enter the lazy susan. I bought two of these at Target for under $6 bucks. Filled them up with my paints and now they are easier to sort through when I give them a spin.

I have to give credit, where credit is due. This was the husband’s idea. I was complaining as I was trying to find a paint color and he suggested I look into getting a spice rack of some sort. Brilliant! Of course, after I agreed with him he asked if he was going to get credit for the idea on the blog. So blogland, this was all his idea. Thanks, babe!

The spice racks I saw were too pricey so I ended up with these lazy susans instead. They have a gray plastic grip surface on the bottom which helps grab the items and prevent them from slipping. I think they are perfect solution for the space and purpose. 
Any organization tips to share for your tools or craft supplies? Are you someone that likes to have things on display so you can see them or hidden away in drawers?

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Hi there! I'm Anna, the voice behind Directions Not Included. I'm a marketer, crafter, DIYer and lover of all things home related. You can usually find me covered in paint, cuddled with one of my pets or in front of a computer or other digital device. Thanks for reading Directions Not Included. I hope you stick around.

Comments

  1. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    February 24, 2012 at 12:29 pm

    i love the lazy susan idea! my paint is all in the top of a dry sink so it is contained, but i can still see all the colors… so far that is working for me! 🙂

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  2. How to Nest for Less says

    February 24, 2012 at 12:59 pm

    Cute idea!! I need to figure out a way to get organized. I have paint everywhere! 🙂

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  3. Erin @ His and Hers says

    February 24, 2012 at 3:08 pm

    What a genius idea! Being able to spin them must make all the difference.

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  4. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    February 24, 2012 at 3:32 pm

    Great idea! I keep all mine in a box, so they can be really hard to find.

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  5. Ange says

    February 24, 2012 at 3:35 pm

    Great idea! Looking at those lazy susans of paint just made me really happy! I love paint!

    Reply
  6. Kelly says

    February 26, 2012 at 1:24 pm

    That is such a great idea! Mine are all thrown in a grocery bag. It is shameful.

    Reply

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