tobcoh
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Post by tobcoh on Dec 25, 2017 12:06:07 GMT
[Hello there
i have been lurking here for a long time but I’m moving houses soon and need advice from the Peas on my new craft room set up.
I will be starting fresh in this room- the only thing I am taking is my Ez view desk.
i have built in cabinets/drawers in my current room and a fairly large closet. My new room is a nice size but no closet space to hide stuff.
i would like to get the Kallax unit from Ikea to keep my 12x12 albums, cropper hopper ( I think) plastic 12x12 paper holders and iris cases. I know the albums will fit but does anyone know if the paper holders or iris cases fit in the cubes? If not, does anyone have a solution of where they store their iris cases?
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Post by woodysbetty on Dec 25, 2017 12:13:33 GMT
I had to trim my 12X12 cropper hopper paper holders as they were a bit too tall. Bit of a pain, but I love to store my paper in them and they still work well. My 12x12 WeRmemory Keepers albums fit easily as do the small iris cases, but not the big ones. I love my Kallex unit it brought a very neat and streamlined look to my space. Hope this helps!
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Post by amom23 on Dec 25, 2017 12:54:17 GMT
Cropper Hopper changed the size of their paperholders 5+ years ago so they fit in the Kallax cubes. As for the Iris cases - well I just store mine on the very top of the unit.
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Post by mikklynn on Dec 25, 2017 13:07:13 GMT
No advice, but hello! I'm glad you jumped in.
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Post by msliz on Dec 25, 2017 13:20:49 GMT
I can't answer your paper storage question either, but welcome! from me too  |
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Post by JoP on Dec 25, 2017 13:29:58 GMT
Hello and welcome 😀
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tobcoh
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Post by tobcoh on Dec 25, 2017 14:45:31 GMT
Thanks for the welcome and the advice!  Good to know now about the new cropper hopper size- I may need to get a few more. I have about 22 iris cases so if I put them on top they may topple over! any other suggestions on where to store them? I currently store my paper collections with matching embellishments or kits I put together for a special album I’m working on in the iris cases. Any suggestions on how I can store these types of things in the kallax? I can separate the paper out to put in paper holders but what does everyone do with all the embellishments that go with it? I’m trying to stay away from using baskets as a dumping area. I’m pretty messy scrapper. what else do you keep in your Kallax unit? |
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Post by caangel on Dec 25, 2017 17:22:12 GMT
I think I've see where some people don't put in one of the dividers so you have a rectangle instead of a square opening. Not sure how that would affect the stability of the piece or if that is the best use of space. You would be able to stack them but not put them side by side.
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Post by caangel on Dec 25, 2017 17:24:24 GMT
I don't know the names but ikea does have other bookshelves that are deep enough for 12x12 scrapbook supplies. Maybe worth a search since you have that many iris cases.
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Post by GiantsFan on Dec 25, 2017 17:25:47 GMT
Welcome!
I trimmed about 1/4" off of my CH. It was easy to do, outside on the pavement, with a heavy duty utility knife and a straight edge. Sadly the Iris and ArtBin cases don't fit. I only have four and keep my scraps and kits in them. They're stacked on top.
As for what I use Kallax for - My sewing machine, extra fabric and my notions box are each on a shelf. My (rarely used) DLSR and its accessories are in a basket/bin* on another. Lots of FridgeBinz for ink cubes, stamps, dies, embossing folders, extra adhesive, sequins & brads (stored in CraftMates), etc.
* The basket/bins I use are the one from Ikea that are made for the Kallax.
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Post by paperamy on Dec 25, 2017 18:10:27 GMT
I have the Extra large Iris case that holds 16 of the 4x6 cases, and my Iris cases fit in my Kallax. I’m not sure if I have a different case than the ones that people are saying don’t fit, but mine totally fit. Here is a photo of two of my cases in the Kallax.  ETA: I think I figured out that you are talking about the 12x12 iris, not the one I have. |
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Post by Linda on Dec 25, 2017 20:01:04 GMT
Hello and welcome. I don't have a Kallax or 12x12 Iris so I'm no help at all
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Post by jstblondie on Dec 26, 2017 0:44:06 GMT
The 12x12 iris cases don’t fit. I had to put mine on top instead.
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Post by don on Dec 26, 2017 5:38:18 GMT
I hope everybody who has one of those units know to use some sort of device to keep them from toppling in an earthquake, or children aspiring to be rock climbers.
I have bookshelves, I used an L bracket and screwed one side to the top and the other to a wall, into a stud.
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Post by LisaDV on Dec 26, 2017 12:31:51 GMT
Hello and welcome
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Post by anonrefugee on Dec 26, 2017 14:44:54 GMT
Welcome! I store my iris cases in a tall, freestanding unit with a door made by Closet Maid. They are slightly wider than the iris cases and I use that space for more vertical paper storage. Mine are white melamine/foil finish. They usually have colors that coordinate with IKEA.
They're over fifteen years old and I bought them at Target or Bed Bath Beyond. I haven't looked closely but I know Target still carries the components. These are over six feet tall and were called Pantries, I think. I took the doors off last time I rearranged and they're inside a walkin closet. I use a few shelves to hold paper storage. They're nice because shelves are adjustable and I bought extras.
Good luck! Storage is an extra hobby for most of us, isn't it?
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Post by karinec on Jan 2, 2018 2:17:10 GMT
[Hello there i have been lurking here for a long time but I’m moving houses soon and need advice from the Peas on my new craft room set up. I will be starting fresh in this room- the only thing I am taking is my Ez view desk. i have built in cabinets/drawers in my current room and a fairly large closet. My new room is a nice size but no closet space to hide stuff. i would like to get the Kallax unit from Ikea to keep my 12x12 albums, cropper hopper ( I think) plastic 12x12 paper holders and iris cases. I know the albums will fit but does anyone know if the paper holders or iris cases fit in the cubes? If not, does anyone have a solution of where they store their iris cases? I use one of these for storing Iris cases - I have over 25 cases :/ I searched all over Ikea, if you are set on them, the Fjallbo shelves will fit Iris cases - unfortunately it wasn't cost effective for me, but I love the way they look. Attachments:
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