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Jewelry Tip Two: Time vs Organization

As I get more and more into making jewelry I've noticed that overall I'm a crazy crafter. Normally I have two or three pieces being worked on, which means my small work table can get cluttered pretty quickly. Which eats up time when I have to start searching through clutter to find a tube of beads or a piece of wire. Since my work space and storage area are so small, I've had to teach my self to organize. Which truthfully is an ongoing lesson. But Thanks to my wonderful husband helping me find ways that work for me, I have multiple storage trays that fit nicely into a wheeled tote. My working glass seed beads are in separate circular trays that are screwed together to form storage tubes. All this allows me quick organized access to things I need.

I lose less time searching in clutter, but the key to this tip is not being organized but staying organized over time to save time. I've discovered that if I spend a little time properly storing and organizing things, I don't have as many issues later. Especially when I restock basics. If I just toss them on my table I have a chance of not just using up much needed space but also risk misplacing items I might need. Which can truly annoy me when I'm trying to finish a piece. So if I spend a little time keeping my self organized I get more time to finish projects. An added bones is that every time I organize I seam to see bits and pieces that can inspire me for my next project. Inspiration for me goes hand in hand with organized creation.

So to save time spend a little time discovering your system to being organized. For me it's trays, bead tubes, and circular stackable beads trays. Once you have your method spend a little time every week keeping yourself organized. The time will be well spent.


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