I have the water pens & use them to “paint” after using watercolor pencils.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Oooo....genius, Melanie! (Brushes scare me but marker tips seem safer somehow! ) Great tip!

Like you said it is a Cadillac for crafters, but for most crafters it costs as a Cadillac. For me is a dream box, that I can only dream with. T4s

Those pens are to be filled with water and you dabb them on the dry water color pallettes or can even use them on acrylic. You are so lucky to have a large enough place for your dreambox.

Thoroughly enjoyed the tour of your Dreambox. Those skinning silverware dividers are another great catch all for craft supplies (plastic version of a Velveeta box). I'm the same with zippers, I have a nice stash of thrifted & re-cycled zippers, I found a stack of 2 dozen or more for 5 dollars (new) at a yard sale this past summer. (I just couldn't pass on that. lol) If those Dreamboxes had came out 25 years ago I would have definitely bought one. I'm happy with my craftroom set up after tweaking things through the years, it works really well for me and my needs, it has thrifted cabinets and some cabinets bought just for crafts in mind, as well as some DIY pieces that fit my room and all the different crafts I do. It's great that such cabinets are on the market now for crafters!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

I agree! It IS an awesome design but I certainly wouldn't buy one if I was happy with my set up just as you are! The purpose is well-thought-out organization and you've achieved that on your own!

You are just great at this! Sure wish we loved the same crafts…but you have been so very helpful despite the fact I am only now a card maker. Yet, our similarities in amassing sale items, prior craft leftovers (sewing, quilting, jewelry making, minimal embroidery, keeping “cute” food containers and on and on) makes your Dream Box video so very helpful!! I kept plethora of notes. Hoping to order by end of the year. Loved your prior videos on DB as well. Your help very much appreciated!!

@sheepishlysharing

2 жыл бұрын

What a lovely comment to wake up to this morning! Thank you, Cheri! I think the behavior we have in common is just a side effect of crafting in general! Creative minds see potential in EVERYTHING! Ha! Heads up that there will be sales for the holidays) Black Friday through Christmas. I'll update my sale codes in the description box of this video as they're released!

I have several stations in my craft room, Paper/Card Making/Scrapbooking which is were my main area *don't do scrapbooking either*, Beading/Jewelry station which has my cross stitching included, Library for all my magazines and books. I want to add a Sewing Station, I am saving up for the Smaller Dream box for the Sewing. I have a lot of Ikea cubes and love them. I would love to learn how to use my Circuit some day. These videos give me ideas thank you for showing everything. Be safe and continue what you do best

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad it was helpful on some level! Big hint: when you decide to buy, wait for the major sales. Black Friday is the biggest but there are also other great sales during major holidays. Oh... and the discount codes are necessary then, too, and they change with every major sale so be sure to check the description boxes of current videos!

Fill your water pens with water and use to seal envelopes

@berrytyrant

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed...they are not supposed to filled with water colour as Margaret said but with water and then use it to blend/pick up water colour on the brush bristles.

@creativedutchess4866

3 жыл бұрын

Omg this is genius

I loved the tour! Thank you! I also have all my stuff organized in "departments" and repurpose cool containers/materials from elsewhere. My supplies and tools stay in a walk-in closet (one side for tools the other for materials). I love scraps of fabric, even the tiny crumbs. I love foundation paper piecing and I find I can use little odd-shaped scraps for that. I organized them by color inside clear plastic shoe boxes. I love walking in the closet and seeing my rainbow "wall" of fabric.My yarn is in a tall "shoe" container, which works so well. I could close the container, but i leave it open so I see my rainbow "wall" of yarn when I walk in. I collected a crazy amount of stuff in the short-ish time I've been crafting (about 6 years), mostly at thrift stores and Amazon . Oh, in the actual craft room, I have 3 bookshelves that display my favorite trinkets and books that inspire me (you know Marie Kondo's joy? That's a "wall" of joy!!!). I can put away my craft supplies/tools in the closet, and the room becomes a guest room. But, I haven't been successful with that plan with the last guests we had because I was sewing them bowl cozies and couldn't have them ready before their visit 😆 Anyway, I'm really happy in that space :)

@sheepishlysharing

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you've found great success, Claudia (the small bowl cozy incident aside)!! I know the feeling!

I also crochet, and it is so relaxing while watching tv when I have some down time, I am working on a dbl basket weave (lionshead color verigated) squares to make a king size blanket. I made a scarf out of this pattern and ow wow it is warm.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree on the relaxing part! I feel so fidgety when I try to just sit and do nothing while watching! I generally do smaller projects as I'm primarily a charity knitter/crocheter but your pattern suggestion is intriguing! Thanks, Dawnea!

Beautiful and organization for your crafting lifestyle! Thanks for sharing! 😊❤️🧶

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! I love this thing, Judy!

Very well done tour. I just finished my dream box 1 day ago. We downsized to a smaller home and all I could figure out how to organize is to buy the dream box. At least it’s a start. Thank you.

@sheepishlysharing

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, Perry! I've been out of the loop lately due to some family health problems and your comment brought a much needed smile as I pictured you organizing your new dream box! I have no regrets with this purchase!

I am 18 and I am a crocheter myself but I would LOVE one of these boxes to store my makeup and jewellery collection in. I love how small it can fold up. Will have to put on my Christmas list!!!!!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Oh, goodness, Charlotte! It would be perfect for that. It would be like a mini, portable version of those million dollar closets celebrities have!

I am not into card making or scrapbooking either. I tried them, but like you, knitting, crochet and sewing. My supervisor at work used those cardboard cones and hot glued faux fur around it to make Christmas trees. They are adorable. My mother just gave me a bag full of antique linens (granny square afghan, a quilt top and a flapper dress). I posted it on my channel. The flapper dress was sewn by my great grandmother and she hand sewed all of the beads and sequins onto it. The quilt top is backed by old sugar sacks.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness! I'll have to go look for that video! I'm so sick of looking at myself as this Christmas Gifts video is sooooooo edit-heavy that I haven't spent time with any other KZreadrs!

For me I use an singer treadle cabinet for storage aswell as a few cabinet

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found something that works for you!

I really enjoyed your videos about the Dreambox, you packed so much info into that video it was amazing and greatly appreciated. I used to think the $3k price tag was too much but you broke it down beautifully for me to realise it was actually pretty reasonable. This video is also extremely helpful. Thank you so much for sharing all your wisdom I had to subscribe. Sending all the best to you and your loved ones 👍✌️🙏❤️ Hi from Australia :)

@sheepishlysharing

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Yelena! Yes... it's an awesome piece of furniture and they tweak and improve the design with every new version so it just gets better and better however, it's not cheap BUT... the value is there!

Two months ago, you ensured me that the long wait for me to receive my Dream Box will be worth it in the end, and you were so correct. Thank you again for all the great content you provide.

@sheepishlysharing

2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad, Gretchen!! And thank you for the kind words!

Thank you for sharing with us! This gave me many ideas for my craft storage. I don't have a dream box, but a nice walk in closet with drawers and shelves that need sorting and organizing. I love the idea of different departments. My supplies are all over the place!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I had something helpful to share, Sandy! Did you happen to see this video where I showcased some really smart people with great storage ideas? kzread.info/dash/bejne/kWWfqs-wlb2sn7A.html

Oh my. Dreams, maybe some day. ♥️

Hi Margaret! Thank you so much for taking us on a tour of your dreambox. I love little bits and pieces and confess I tend to keep a lot too. I love going to thrift shops and have a little story for you. I live in Canada but I am close to the Washington state border. Last year my friend and I stopped at a thrift store just north of Seattle and I came upon some crochet thread, 2 spools (wrong word but can't think what else to call them) that still had the original JC Penney receipt from April 14, 1946.....price was 26 cents. Of course I had to buy them! Price tag showed 99 cents but when I went to pay for it I was only charges 79 cents.....what a deal! I keep it on display in my craft room. Anyway, back to your video.....I always wondered what you kept in all your containers and now I know. Really enjoyed hearing little stories about a lot of the items. Thanks again for sharing!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

April 1946! What a great find! I love to stumble upon things like that! Ha! Thanks for taking the tour with me, Diane! It lasted far longer than I had intended!

I love paint brushes for watercolors that have place to store clear water and you can use water colors without changing your water continually. Love them. Similar to your water markers.

My Dream Box is coming home next week so I thought I’d watch your videos again. Thanks for sheepishly sharing!☺️

Thank you for the tour of your dream box. You gave me some good ideas on how to set mine up when it comes!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome, Deborah! And once you get it set up, you may be rearranging here and there but that's the beauty of it, right?! Flexibility!

Luv it!!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Terry!

Great job sharing your organizing process! I love those Toile patterns too!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Well, thank you very much! High praise from an advanced organizer!

You are so pretty! I have loved the Dreambox and previous versions of it for years...still have yet to get one, but one day I will.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

I have to say, it's worth saving for, Angela! That's what I did!

Fantastic information. Thank you. Blessings

You are my spirit animal 💗. I have never felt so understood as I did as I listened to you talk about your collection. I get bright ideas all the time 🥰. Thanks for the tour!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! I've never been anybody's spirit animal but I love knowing we share odd collections and spontaneous ideas! Ha! Thanks for the smile, Lisa!

I have really enjoyed your Dreambox series. I am in the process of making my own craft box out of on old nineties computer armoire we have. I'm trying to use all the pretty jars and boxes I've saved over the years to make it functional and your approach is really inspirational!

@sheepishlysharing

2 жыл бұрын

Ooo! I like your plan, Andrea!

Hi, I left a comment when I saw one of your tutorials and then I went on to see that you had other tutorials so I watched them and they basically answered my questions from my first comment. Just wanted to let you know even though I can’t find the first comment.

I love your sharing all of your supplies you use with us. I don’t do all the crafts you do but it was very informative & interesting. Nice to see a new video. Love you and your channel. ♥️💥♥️💥

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome and thanks for the kind words, Anita!

As I was cleaning and digging out my Thanksgiving dishes, I also realized how much 'junk' I've got to get rid of if we're ever going to downsize to move. I got to thinking...a dreambox would be a perfect one piece bit of furniture to replace the myriad of hutches, cupboards and catch all carts I've got for everything. Small holiday decor (candlesticks, candles, tea candles, ugh!) Not to mention the odds and ends of small dishes I have and use (but do I really need a serving for 12 when it's just the two of us?). It would be a great thing to have in a small sized house to organize all those things you don't use all the time, but don't want to haul out of cupboard upon cupboard. I may have to put this on my long term dream list.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Now that I have this for crafts, I've been thinking about all the other handy uses for it, too! Ha! We just downsized ourselves and you wouldn't believe the amount of things we donated before we moved! And speaking of dishes... my friends and I are stuck with all this expensive china and holiday dishes as none of our kids want that stuff. China isn't even on their wedding registries these days!

Oh! Your device you have with the extra USB ports reminded me that I have a similar thing stashed away in a drawer (mine is rectangular and only 4 ports). I completely forgot about it and really could have used it on several occasions during the last year lol.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Now it's like you just got something you need for FREE!! I love it when I find useful stuff I already have! Hahaha!

Hi Miss Margaret! I can only dream of being as organized as you are in that Dreambox, as it is out of my price range. I enjoyed the tour of yours though. As for why I craft, I have no idea, but I have had the desire to make things as long as I can remember. I blame how my brain works for my preferences to create all things dimensional - crochet, knitting, jewelry and hand sewn pieces with purpose, vessels of all sorts. In my mind, everyday objects can become raw materials for something artistic as well as useful. Blessings to you and yours. Stay well.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

I really don't know why I create/craft either, Kay, but I've found I need it in my life!

Dreamy Dream Box 😍😍😍

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

This monstrosity is an ingenious design! Love, love, love it!

Hi Margaret. You have a really wonderful area for crafting. I’m amazed at how thrifty you are... I don’t think I would take zippers out of old clothing to save. Something for me to think about. I like the red and blue paper fronts for your boxes.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Well, that green zipper was from a skirt I made ages ago that was far too faded to donate so it was more natural for me to think of reclaiming that zipper! And that heavy, metal one was simply because I don't have any ones like that... same for the long one! Ha!

Thanks Margaret, for the great review and tour! Sometimes I think we are twins....quilting, nope. scrapbooking, nope. stamping, nope. Lots, and lots and lots of projects in the works and in the future! But the DreamBox will have to stay a Dream for a while. The sale is a great price, but I already have a room full of furniture.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

I started this channel to find like minded friends and we can't get more like-minded about crafting, can we, Denise?! Ha!

Thank you this was great . Stay safe ❤️

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Michelle! You too!

I love cheese boxes. I get the ones from the deli that the American cheese blocks come in (actually, I just swipe them as I work there!). Ask for them next time you're in the grocery store--should you run out of your current stash!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Oh! Brilliant, Karen! That never occurred to me!

Thank you for sharing your story 👍keep safe

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lynn! You too!!

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I really enjoyed the tour of your dream box. It’s so nice to know I’m not the only one who keeps odds and ends from 30 years ago. Great video as usual.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Believe it or not, I don't keep ALL my odds and ends from the past! Ha! Those are just SOME!

@allthewayrealtygroup8835

3 жыл бұрын

Ditto. I have a lot of the same items, also.

Hi margaret, Thank you for sharing. I am trying to get my craft room in order. Like the tips you give us. Stay safe and have a good day.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Cindy! I think my best tip is to "think like a store" for organizational purposes! I'm going to have attack the garage because my husband doesn't understand that concept. He'll spend hours out there "organizing" but then we can't find anything when he does! Ha!

@cindylillard2938

3 жыл бұрын

@@sheepishlysharing I know the feeling.... thanks.

Wonderful tour. So many great ideas. I would love it if you would do a tutorial with your Silhouette. I had a Cricut years ago and ended up giving it away because I never used it. The water pens you received from Scapebook.com are the same ones I use to watercolor. Just fill them with water and use watercolors. They are wonderful to use and I have several makers if them. Thanks again for a great video. It was worth every minute.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Ooo, ooo, ooo, Stefanie.... Google "Silhouette School" and you'll find the BEST tutorials! Some are easy blog posts and there are also videos. Excellent teachers! And thanks for the water pen tip!

I have that same Fiskars paper cutter!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

It's a great paper cutter! I know there are smaller versions out there but I love having the full size measurement grid!

It’s amazing to me that you still have all of these supplies after all that you ended up donating before you moved! Also, when do you have the time to work on your projects when you’re as active as you are in your community that you moved into? What sewing machine would you recommend for a beginner? I only need one to sew a straight line to close up fabric for pillows.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

It's amazing to you that I still have this much stuff?!? Oh gosh... now I feel bad! Well, wait... When I showed donation piles, those weren't just from crafts. We were cleaning out the whole house for downsizing! And as far as my current time goes, my crafting time lately is taken up with video editing! Especially the Gift Ideas... goodness that's taken over a week and I'm still not through! Sewing machine? There are so many good ones out now. A quick Google search for "best sewing machine for beginner" will give you some guidance. I haven't had a chance to try out the options like those people have!

Great presentation ! Thank you. Do the containers come with the Dream box or are they extra?

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

They came with it but I bought an extra package!

Is there a pattern that you can get like you have for the front of all your drawers or did you just make them yourself. I just received my dreambox and can’t wait to start using it

@sheepishlysharing

2 жыл бұрын

I downloaded cut files for my Silhouette machine from their Facebook group. I can’t remember what other files were there but that’s where I’d start looking.

Thanks so much Margraret for sharing I have a dream box used it’s great my friend downsize and gave me her used box I would like to find out more about the Facebook group and the cut files ,Thanks again and be sate

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Sure! Here’s a link to the group and the cut files are in the “Files” section: facebook.com/groups/ScrapBoxFamily/?ref=share

"What is my purpose in creating?" That's such a good question. I would like to explore that question. Thanks for your video, showing the Dreambox, and the sources you included. They are all very useful.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

"What is my purpose in creating?" I have no earthly idea why I started creating in the first place but I HAVE learned some of the benefits it brings me!

@ymanajohnson5330

3 жыл бұрын

@@sheepishlysharing Why did I "start" creating? Because I could use so many of the things I already had to make something practical and useful. Those things I made brought me "benefits." So, I'm right there with you on that. My reasons for creating now are definitely different. I create because I like to do it. I love seeing the finished projects and I feel satisfaction. I enjoy giving and blessing those around me with my creations. I'm so very grateful for my ability to create. "No matter our situation, showing gratitude for our privileges is a unique, fast-acting, and long-lasting spiritual prescription. Simply stated, 'In every thing give thanks' (1 Thessalonians 5:18)." President Russell M. Nelson. I hope you and your family have a very thankful, blessed and happy holiday.

How did you make the templates that you put in front of the drawers?

@sheepishlysharing

Жыл бұрын

The Create Room Facebook Group has templates for cutting machines you can download for free!

FYI-I used your code for the discount so look for the commission.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Ooo!! Thanks, Sandy! Hope you love it as much as I do!!

Ohhh Margaret! this is surely a DREAM !!! Which model is this? is this the latest one they just came out with? So let me get this straight? Do I call them to order it? or Do I place the order via their Web Site? and how does your coupon code work? How much discount is your Coupon Worth in discount? Every little detail can be Very Helpful. I don't know HOW IN THEWORLD I'm gonna Pull this purchase off... Ohh VAyyy!! LOL TFS ~VH~ (virtual hugs) :O)

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

It’s all done on the website as far as I know. I imagine you could call them if need be. How much it is depends upon the features you choose. Go look on the website to see how it’s done but don’t buy anything until 11/20 at 11:00 MST! That’s when the discounts start!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Oh... and you’ll just add the code in the “discount code box” when you’re checking out. It’s very simple!

Please please are the weavy wall hangers GORILLA HOOKS? Thank you. I wish I had your organization skills.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Links in the description box, Kimberly!

I purchased one of these last January but it never came. Sigh!

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

Huh?? What did customer service say?

That looks great however, it is so pricey and everything is extra. It seems quite over the top for most crafters like myself. I am in desperate need of an organizing system but this is just plain out of reach. Are you working with the company? I have looked in your video description but do not see you disclose that and yet this looks like a sponsored video. I am not saying anything is wrong with that and as a blogger/vlogger I have worked with many companies. Believe me, if they offered me a Scrapbox for promotion, I would be right there. However, on its own, it is out of reach. My oldest son died suddenly on May 6th and crafting has been an outlet. However, I am super stressed with a way to store all my stuff. So now, in order to craft, it is usually overwhelming to find all my stuff and I am always missing something that I just gibe up and check out. I wish they had something that was like this but more affordable. It is not even like the materials are good wood or anything. I guess I love the idea but not the price.

@sheepishlysharing

3 жыл бұрын

This isn’t a sponsored video but I do make a small commission from the use of my links and it IS stated in the description box. I’m so sorry to hear you’ve had such a great loss. On a more positive note, you may like this video: Dreambox Pros Cons and Alternatives: kzread.info/dash/bejne/kWWfqs-wlb2sn7A.html

I’m sure you payed over $4,000.00 for that box. I think is too expensive and probably is not real wood.

@sheepishlysharing

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe this video will be of interest to you: kzread.info/dash/bejne/kWWfqs-wlb2sn7A.html