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January 2, 2015 · 104 Comments

How to Organize Embossing Folders

Organization· Paper Crafts

I am always excited when I find a storage solution that works for me. I have to have things very easy or I don’t keep up on the system. They make embossing folder binders. I tried that. It was too much effort for me to flip through the binders to find the folder I wanted, (I needed three binders for all of my folders) and even more effort for me to place the folders back into the pockets in the binder. Some people love the binders! I am too lazy for them. This clear Iris box system was a winner for me. And since embossing folders are all the same standard size, this system can work for you too – follow along as I show you how to organize embossing folders!

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-UnleashedThis is my way of how to organize embossing folders and how I set up my Iris Card Keeper. Here is what you will need to organize yours too!

How to organize embossing folders supplies:supply-list

  • Iris Card Keeper.
  • Sharpie Permanent Marker.
  • DYMO Label Maker.
  • Gather your Embossing Folders.

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-Unleashed-1First you will want to separate your embossing folders. I had four sizes. Well, technically the first item isn’t an embossing folder, it was my Easy Frames, Embossing Frames. I still wanted to store these with my folders. They fit into the box too- in the same slot as my 5″ border folders.

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-Unleashed-4The Iris Card Keeper comes with six plastic dividers. The box itself has pre-made slots for the dividers to slide into. For this how to organize embossing folders post, we will be using two of the plastic dividers.

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-Unleashed-2Slide one divider into the first set of box slots, and another divider into the third set of box slots.

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-Unleashed-3The first divided area is for the 5″ border folders, and the Easy Frames. The box dips down slightly on both sides in front, it was a perfect place for my border folders to stand upright inside the box.

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-Unleashed-5Seriously, it was like this Card Keeper was specially made for ME!

The next size I organized was my larger sized (5×7″) embossing folders. I used a Sharpie marker to identify all of the patterns on my embossing folders, so I could easily flip through them, and not have to pull them up out of the box to see what the pattern was. The larger folders are going to be lying in the box horizontally, so mark them on the side.

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-Unleashed-6Mark your folders any way that makes sense to you. These larger sized folders will find their home in the second divided area of the box.

Next up was my large stash of A2 sized embossing folders. These will be placed into the box vertically, and need to be marked that way.

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-Unleashed-7These fit perfectly into the largest divided area of the box. You can fit 80-90 embossing folders into this divided area. EIGHTY TO NINETY. I currently have 55. I have a lot of room to fill in this box! I guess I will have to buy more folders…

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-Unleashed-8The last thing I did to organize this box was label it.

I used a simple DYMO label strip.

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-Unleashed-9The Iris Card Keeper was created to organize greeting cards. I was just thrilled to have it work so perfectly for my out-of-control embossing folders!

I hope this how to organize embossing folders post helps you too!

how-to-organize-embossing-folders-Crafts-Unleashed-10I am planning on getting another Iris Card Keeper to organize my cards- like its intended purpose. I am sure it would work for a lot of other crafty organization as well!

What would you use one for?

Shaunte-signature

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Shaunte

Shaunte is a 30-something, chocolate-loving, SAHM from Utah. She has been scrapbooking since 1997, the dreaded era of photos cropped with deco scissors. Since then, her work has evolved into a clean, linear, photo-focused style. Her favorite subjects to scrap are her husband and five kids (never a lack for subject material there).

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Comments

  1. MarySmiles says

    October 19, 2019 at 2:59 pm

    Thank you! What an easy and useful suggestion! My eyesight has been dimming and it has been harder to tell the design on my embossing folders without really looking taking out each one and examining it. Therefore, I have not been using my embossing folders because it was always such a pain to find the one I wanted.

    My black sharpie marker and I have a date with a cup of coffee and a good lamp. After they are marked, I’m sure it will be a joy to use them again!

    Reply
  2. Virginia Abbe says

    August 11, 2019 at 10:51 am

    Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. I was trying to come up with a new solution for my embossing folders. This makes it so easy. Thank you again.

    Reply
  3. Rita Harris says

    July 4, 2019 at 11:24 am

    Thanks for the tip. I have had the box awhile and use it for cards I have made, but I like hour idea better. I have been organizing stamps and need to move my embossing folder to a more permanent user friendly box.
    Any tips on organizing dies?

    Reply
    • ConsumerCrafts says

      July 17, 2019 at 9:59 am

      Hi Rita, check out this post on using a binder to organize your dies: http://blog.consumercrafts.com/paper-crafts/die-cut-organizer/

      Reply
  4. Suzi Metcalfe says

    August 1, 2018 at 7:38 pm

    This is an old post, I see, and I just came onto it. Love the idea. Got the card keeper yesterday. Tomorrow. . . .

    Reply
  5. Jan says

    August 1, 2018 at 3:28 pm

    Need ideas on storing stamping magazines &included stamps, folders, etc. Right now, they are in two different areas! Lack of space is a huge problem. Thanks! Jan

    Reply
  6. Peggy says

    June 28, 2018 at 10:35 am

    Wow! Terrific idea! I am in the process of organizing my craft stash. I have this box
    Sitting empty. Now I know why I bought it.

    Reply
  7. Gayle S says

    May 21, 2018 at 3:04 pm

    May I please say that this is a BRILLIANT idea!!! I have two of those boxes for home made cards, never thought to “think outside the box” and use it for something else. Thank you so much…I can’t wait to get organized.

    Reply
  8. Janet Hadley says

    April 26, 2018 at 1:40 am

    Fabulous idea! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  9. Chandra Hough says

    March 26, 2018 at 4:59 pm

    I do something similar, but took it a step further. I labeled each folder with its description as well as a number such as N1 for nature one. Then I made a little 2 by 3 sample of each folder, labeled with name and number. I hole punched each sample and put them on a ring. That way I can go to the samples, find the one I want to use, and locate it in my box. I used the dividers to separate each type (nature, all over design, words, etc).

    Reply
    • Susan says

      July 20, 2019 at 2:46 pm

      Sat 7 20 19…..Chandra…..THANK YOU, THANK YOU for your great suggestion. I thought I was the only one that did double duty with my inventory codes. I put my sample in a binder, at least for now…but will be changing to your “ring” system. I also inventory each folder with a code….It’s so much easier. Thanks again Chandra.

      Reply
  10. Beth says

    March 25, 2018 at 3:08 pm

    Thank you!
    I have lots of card backgrounds waiting to be made into cards, as well as cards I’m keeping as reminders or to give, plus card blanks I cut. I’d love to see how you store your cards in this box.

    Reply
  11. Marina says

    February 24, 2018 at 4:06 am

    Thanks so much . . . great method . . . I don’t have this kind of boxes but will give it a try with a nice shoe box.

    Reply
  12. Pam says

    February 20, 2018 at 4:56 pm

    Thanks for the sharpie idea !!! Cannot wait to do this !!!
    Next to my art chair for easy viewing/ access in a 2 drawer filing cabinet top drawer: I keep embossing folders AND Die Cuts by theme, organized in $1 store bins. Bins are placed sideways for easy viewing/ access/ flipping thru. Bottim drawer: (labeled) regular hanging file folders. In front: my basic cardstocks (white, ivory, kahki, and black w/ matching envelopes. (No, l don’t have black envelopes, but could make w/my cricut). In back of drawer: labeled, pre made embossed card fronts. My cuttlebug sits on top of the cabinet, also for easy reach. It’s a great work station too! I just put the cuttlebug plates in the back of the top drawer.

    Reply
  13. Donna Billingsley says

    February 16, 2018 at 3:00 pm

    Shaunte,

    You unlocked my confusion…HIP-HIP-HOORAY! I would never had organized the way you did, I have the IRIS boxes but can now see how to organize into one. Thanks for showing me the light!!!

    Reply
  14. Peg says

    February 15, 2018 at 1:29 pm

    What size Iris storage box did you use? I checked online & they come in different sizes.

    Reply
    • Sarah {Crafts Unleashed Editor} says

      February 23, 2018 at 12:02 pm

      This one: https://www.consumercrafts.com/Store/Details/catalog/storage-home-organizers-and-storage-files/iskp-crd

      Reply
  15. Mary says

    January 30, 2018 at 11:06 pm

    Redoing my craft room and plan to use this for my folders. Thank-you.

    Reply
  16. Kelly says

    January 16, 2018 at 9:26 am

    I’m a flipper, too! though currently mine are all stored in a photo box. I made envelope pockets for them but I’m thinking now this might only be taking up space I might need for MORE embossing folders. hehe I think I’ll keep my photo box as I don’t have a lot of folders but labeling them with the sharpie does make sense. Creative Blessings!

    Reply
  17. Becki Hall says

    November 3, 2017 at 9:55 pm

    I’ve been using the cloth “boxes”, and have labeled on each box what subject(s) are in the box. Even my 6 X 6 fit along side. Embossing folders are the best for just that little something extra to a card. Thank you for the great idea of one box and not several…may have to re-think my style.

    Reply
  18. christi says

    September 10, 2017 at 11:49 am

    great tips. i’m going to have to check out this storage box.

    Reply
  19. Janet says

    June 15, 2017 at 9:31 am

    Hi there Shaunte and Everyone what an Amazing idea so so clever.

    Reply
    • Diana says

      August 7, 2017 at 1:07 am

      tks for the suggestion. I use 2 of these boxes for my birthday cards for the year. 1 is January thru June and the other is for July thru December

      Reply
  20. Lori Swan says

    April 26, 2017 at 5:37 pm

    How do I sign up to make sure I get all your posts. I can’t find anywhere to sign up here.

    Reply
    • Sarah {Crafts Unleashed Editor} says

      February 23, 2018 at 12:43 pm

      There is a email signup form on the right hand side!

      Reply
  21. Lori Swan says

    April 26, 2017 at 5:34 pm

    I love this idea. Right now I have some in a binder and some in a wood box from a scrapbooking organization place but is full. I am going to do this later. Right now mine are numbered & my son embossed a sheet with each one & it is numbered to match. Then they are on rings. I thing I might separate them by size & put each size with that section so I can just pull it out when I need one. I think it should work.
    What have you done with they tiny rectangle folders. Right now mine are in a skinny basket.
    Thanks for such a great idea.

    Reply
    • Cathy says

      May 19, 2017 at 4:44 am

      This is an awesome idea! I was looking for a better way to store my embossing folders. I have everything you included in the picture and I can’t wait to start organizing. I have the same dymo as you as well. 😉 Thank you for sharing and I will post your idea on my Pinterest page. I have to share this with my embossing endowed friends too. LOL

      Reply
  22. Daria J. Carraro says

    February 9, 2017 at 3:03 am

    Thank you fir sharing this,cool idea.

    Reply
    • Val Pittaway says

      March 29, 2017 at 8:57 am

      Can we get this storage in England .

      Reply
  23. Donna says

    August 18, 2016 at 8:47 pm

    Thank you so much for this idea. I just received my Iris container today! I can’t wait to organize all my embossing folders!

    Reply
  24. Deb says

    August 18, 2016 at 10:04 am

    Where can I get a card box like that?

    Reply
    • Sarah {Crafts Unleashed Editor} says

      August 22, 2016 at 3:30 pm

      Deb, you can purchase the card keeper here: https://www.consumercrafts.com/store/details/catalog/storage-scrapbooking-and-paper-organization/iskp-crd
      All supplies are linked in the supply list at the beginning of each project post.

      Reply
  25. Patricia Massa says

    August 18, 2016 at 10:03 am

    Shaunte……….I love you! This is a great idea! I know what today’s project is!

    Reply
  26. Dawn Belger says

    August 18, 2016 at 12:42 am

    This would work for dies as well. I already purchase bags for them and can easily Sharpie on the flap. Sorted by type.

    Reply
  27. Carrie says

    August 12, 2016 at 11:39 am

    This is brilliant! I can’t wait to get an IRIS card sorter so I can organize my embossing folders in the same way. Thanks for sharing this amazing tip.

    Reply
  28. Lois Williams says

    June 9, 2016 at 7:12 pm

    Just finished using this method this week. I also typed up a list of folder names, sorted in alphabetical order and reduced the size so I have a small set of papers to carry with me. I discovered 4 duplicates while sorting. Thanks so much for the tip!

    Reply
  29. Deb Shillington says

    April 11, 2016 at 8:40 am

    Love this great idea. I also tried the binder and if you could a embossing folder that was not a standard size you out of luck. As soon as I get off work today, I am heading to the nearest craft store to pick one up. Thanks again for the fabulous organizing tip.

    Reply
  30. Chrissie says

    November 2, 2015 at 4:35 pm

    This is brilliant! I was already storing my embossing folders in one of these Iris card keepers, but not this efficiently. It’s so terrific how everybody problem-solves differently. Thanks for sharing this tip.

    Reply
  31. Maria D. says

    September 13, 2015 at 9:18 am

    What a wonderful tip. Thanks for sharing. .. (*_*)

    Reply
  32. Cat Craig says

    August 16, 2015 at 3:47 pm

    Fabulous. I have one of these boxes just sitting around. Found this on pinterest.

    Reply
  33. Denise says

    August 15, 2015 at 9:15 pm

    I did mine the same as yours, now I need more folders! Sounds ;like a trip to Michael’s is in order, thanks
    Shaunte!

    Reply
  34. Karen Gilbert says

    August 1, 2015 at 11:56 am

    Thanks for the wonderful tip. I am always flipping through my folders to find the right one. I will be using this storage tip.

    Reply
  35. Glenda Hart says

    July 26, 2015 at 10:34 pm

    Just found this post on Pinterest. I had one of the Iris boxes and rearranged my cards so I had an empty one. I hand the binder but my folders got stuck all the time so I never used my folders. I love this organization set up so much better. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  36. Paula Jennings says

    July 20, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    I have organized and re-organized my embossing folders so many times as I have not been happy. I think I am going to have to get one of these boxes and try this way. It makes sense and takes up a lot less room than other things I have tried.

    Reply
  37. Elaine says

    July 9, 2015 at 1:01 pm

    Wow! I thought I was writing your thoughts myself. Sounded just like me. I also have three binders and hesitated using my embossing folders because they were so cumbersome. I am currently organizing my folders in a shoe box in a drawer in my craft room. If the Iris Organizer fits my drawer, I plan to get one. Thanks for the tip!

    Reply
  38. Jean Kake says

    June 27, 2015 at 2:02 pm

    Absolutely life changing! So love this clever idea. I have one of the card holders, and I can’t wait to go to the studio and use this idea. Thanks so much for sharing. I’ve shared this on Pinterest, too.

    Reply
  39. Denise Ferguson says

    June 8, 2015 at 11:32 pm

    Thanks for the tip and the brand name. I think I will use your idea!

    Reply
  40. Debbie says

    May 6, 2015 at 12:02 pm

    I would like a better way to store my unmounted stamps.

    Reply
  41. Melody says

    April 29, 2015 at 7:17 am

    I love your idea for storing embossing folders and have purchased the card box I’m finding it difficult to keep the dividers in place. Do you have this problem? If so how did you remedy it?

    Reply
    • Michelle Naughton says

      May 6, 2015 at 2:12 pm

      I’m having the same problem. If I don’t plan on moving the dividers I’m thinking of putting a line of super glue along the bottom of the divider. That should hold it in place and make it permanent. At least it’s an idea that might work. Hope this helps!

      Reply
    • Gina Howe says

      July 14, 2015 at 10:22 pm

      I used printed duct tape to keep the dividers in place, one piece on each side of the dividers. It seems to be working. Hope this helps!

      Reply
  42. Kathy says

    April 20, 2015 at 6:47 pm

    Thank you so much for your organized Embossing folders!! As mine grew, I knew I was in big trouble. Nothing was keeping them organized for me that I tried. I now have them in a pocket hanger..looks like a mini shoe organizer..LOL OUT GREW IT!!! I was ready to go to the binder but not excited…So far no card frames. Seeing these could put me down another avenue 🙂
    For now I will organize these in what I have until I get the newest arrival. I can almost hear my containers applauding. Thank you again. Keep on Crafting…
    Blessings, Kat

    Reply
  43. Tiffany says

    April 12, 2015 at 3:42 am

    Love this idea!!! I’m going to get started on this right away!! I was wondering…have you set up the card box for actually holding your cards yet? If so, how well does it work for you. I have heard mixed reviews and would really love to know your opinion. Thanks!

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  44. Linda Adams says

    March 27, 2015 at 9:07 am

    I have them sorted by brand first such as Anna Griffin or Darcie and then by theme. It works great for me. I like the Iris storage box for my folders , but my Anna Griffin folders have borders too. How do you keep them with the main folders in the same box?

    Reply
  45. Yvonne says

    March 3, 2015 at 1:40 am

    I’ve been using this method for a long wile and I have two boxes filled with a 3rd one waiting.

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      April 20, 2015 at 6:50 pm

      Oh I did need to read this!!! Filling the third box…I am quite new so I see what my future is.
      Blessings, Kat

      Reply
  46. Betty Ann Murphy says

    February 21, 2015 at 10:38 am

    Brilliant use of the card organizer. It is way to small to be any use as a card storage container. I am going to put this to use this week! Thank you thank you for thinking “out of the box”.

    Reply
  47. Judith Dickson says

    February 14, 2015 at 1:15 pm

    If I use the labelmazer to put the names right on the embossing folder will it interfere with the actual embossing when I use the folder?

    Reply
    • Jody G. says

      June 27, 2015 at 11:25 am

      I have all my folders labeled with a labelmaker & it causes no proplem.
      H.T.H. 🙂

      Reply
  48. Lyn says

    February 6, 2015 at 9:54 pm

    Hi,
    I looooove this idea but I live in Australia and wonder if I can buy them from you. But would the freight cost be more than the item?

    Reply
  49. Barbara says

    January 21, 2015 at 6:33 pm

    Found the box at The Container Store today. Just under $14. Anticipating this will be a solution for my large collection of embossing folders.

    Reply
  50. Cara says

    January 20, 2015 at 10:37 am

    What local stores carry these? I love this idea and want to get started! Would I find them at Michaels or Joann fabrics?
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Sarah {Crafts Unleashed Editor} says

      January 21, 2015 at 9:22 am

      Hi Cara, since we are an online retailer, we have no idea what local stores would carry the Iris Card Keepers. You can, however, purchase them here: http://www.consumercrafts.com/store/details/catalog/storage-scrapbooking-and-paper-organization/iskp-crd

      Thanks!

      Reply
    • Shawna says

      February 27, 2015 at 1:13 pm

      I bought mine at Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Store.

      Reply
    • Linda says

      July 27, 2015 at 11:47 pm

      Yes…l know Michaels has them. Bought mine when they were having 50% off storage.

      Reply
    • Gretta says

      March 24, 2016 at 1:23 am

      Yes Cara that’s where I bought mine.

      Reply
  51. Ann Weedman says

    January 18, 2015 at 7:56 pm

    GREAT IDEA I have all my labeled and my card box will be here tomorrow. Best way I have seen to do this. Thanks so much

    Reply
  52. Melissa says

    January 16, 2015 at 6:38 pm

    Great idea. I’m a travel scrapbooker and a lot of the time I leave my Cuttle Bug and folders @ home.I hope the plates fit in this box. Thanks for the closeup pic’s.

    Reply
  53. Linda Hofacker says

    January 15, 2015 at 5:45 am

    Thank You Thank You Thank You – I have the cases and can never find the ones I want – my 40% off coupon will be put to good use this week! 🙂

    Reply
  54. Shawn says

    January 11, 2015 at 7:48 pm

    I’m not kidding, I JUST told my daughter yesterday that I need to organize my folders and my 6″x6″ pads…going to use this idea 🙂

    Reply
  55. Tammy says

    January 11, 2015 at 7:21 pm

    What a great idea! I have found that like you I am too lazy to look through a binder. I tried the just rite boxes but they filled up too fast. I’m definitely going to try this.
    Hugs

    Reply
  56. DC says

    January 10, 2015 at 9:23 pm

    Just another tip, as I did this several years ago. Put a piece of clear tape over the Sharpie writing or it will wear off.

    Reply
  57. Stacy S. Jensen says

    January 9, 2015 at 9:40 am

    Oh, I wish I saw this before I ordered an emboss folder organizer in December. Ah, lesson learned to think about a box instead.

    Reply
  58. Diana Carriger says

    January 8, 2015 at 11:50 am

    Smart cookie, love the idea. Will be using it. My scrap room is a total mess. I need to get organized and just can’t make myself do it. It’s little idea’s like this that get me inspired. Thank you.

    Reply
  59. Lisa M says

    January 8, 2015 at 10:48 am

    When I saw that you wrote on the folder what it was, my hand immediately smacked my forehead! OF COURSE! Why didn’t I think of that?! Thank you for the great tips! I’m definitely going to look into that case!

    Reply
  60. Carol says

    January 8, 2015 at 10:20 am

    great idea! Just bought 2 of these for photos but I think I will use one for embossing folders. Thanks!

    Reply
  61. Linda Todd says

    January 8, 2015 at 10:01 am

    You’re a genius! Love this idea!

    Reply
  62. Pat says

    January 8, 2015 at 8:29 am

    I am also using the card keeper for my embossing folders, after trying various methods including binders made to store the folders.
    The method I am using is:
    I numbered each folder and punched out a label which was embossed & then numbered with the corresponding number. The embossed labels were placed on large rings in numeric order and hung above my desk. When I want a folder I go through the samples get the number and easily locate the folder I want. Becasuse I have a large collection of folders, it became tedious to locate the one I wanted; this method seems to work well for me. Not entirely my idea, I got different ideas from Pinterest. I too tried the binders made for storing folders but I needed too many, I kept to store only my seasonal folders.

    Reply
    • Gina H says

      January 11, 2015 at 9:31 pm

      I love the number and label idea. I have mine in an Artbin box, too. Having the samples so close by would be handy. Thanks for sharing

      Reply
    • Gina H says

      January 11, 2015 at 9:34 pm

      I have mine in an Artbin box (the narrow one) but it doesn’t seem to work as well as this does Going to have to get one of these boxes. Thanks!

      Reply
  63. Cathleen says

    January 4, 2015 at 2:03 pm

    Thanks for the great tip! I happen to have several of those Iris boxes and will use one for my ever growing assortment of folders. I also use one of those same boxes to organize my magnetic sheets for my thin metal dies instead if the Artbin box. I found that it was easier to handle the sheets in the Iris box…the only thing I did different was glue the dividers to the bottom so they wouldn’t move from the weight of the sheets against them…works perfectly!

    Reply
  64. Dina V says

    January 4, 2015 at 10:33 am

    I love this idea! I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  65. Chelle K says

    January 4, 2015 at 10:24 am

    Great idea. I returned my card holder because when the dividers were in there wasn’t room for more than 1 card.

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  66. LaVonda says

    January 4, 2015 at 9:07 am

    great idea. I have some 5×7 that are leaning in my current system. I have tried many containers and my favorite is from IKEA. The are clear and the lid is removed You can get 3 sizes do it workeds for the small borders and the for the tea bag size I used a tea bag acrylic container from the Cobtainwr store. Pricey but well worth it because it has 6 divided areas and that help organize. I too have several hundred thanks to consumercrafts.com charging $2 or under! Guess what I got for Christmas! I use to organize by pattern background, birthday, flower…. I am f trying a number system and have them now in order and listed on my computer by category! Still testing this organization. Some things will be double listed ex: heart background could be under background patterns, romance, birthday, friend… What ever works for you. I thank you for you idea. I like removable lids! I use to take mine and share with a church ladies group. This made it easy to travel. They also stack nicely.

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  67. Avra says

    January 3, 2015 at 7:40 pm

    I love this-Mine are half organized, but I have an overflow of newer folders and 5×7 folders that won’t fit in the box I am currently using. However, I also have the 12 inch plates, as well as a few of the long folders – I was hoping they would fit on the long side of the box but it doesn’t look like it. I will try to find a similar solution that will work though!

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    • Mary says

      January 4, 2015 at 3:11 am

      Aora, You might try using ArtBin Super Satchel Double Deep with removable dividers. Item 6990AB. You can get them at Joann’s or from http://www.artbin.com . I use them to store my 12×12 card stock also my embossing folders and plates. They are 12 x12 and 6 inches deep and they have a handle for carrying them.
      https://www.artbin.com/super-satchel-double-deep-with-removable-dividers-6990ab.aspx

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    • Shaunte says

      January 5, 2015 at 12:38 am

      I have some 12″ embossing borders as well. I also have some 12″ border dies. I keep them in a Sterlite 6.2 quart container that I picked up at Walmart. I don’t use those nearly as often, so it works for me to have them separate. Hope that helps! (http://www.walmart.com/ip/20699700?www=true&productRedirect=true)

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  68. Cheryl Reed says

    January 3, 2015 at 6:19 pm

    What an awesome idea!! I have 2 of the folders full, but they are so inconvenient! The embossing folders stick to the pockets and are hard to remove. I had purchased 2 of these Iris Card Keepers for my cards, so went out today and bought 2 more (50% off!) and am now going to use your idea. Thanks for giving us a better way to store our folders!

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  69. Linda from Arizona says

    January 3, 2015 at 1:08 pm

    I’ve been racking my brain trying to find a way to organize my folders. This is great and that’s how I’m going to do it. Thanks!

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    • Shaunte says

      January 3, 2015 at 2:57 pm

      I’m glad you like it! I hope you will LOVE it when it is finished!

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  70. Lynne says

    January 2, 2015 at 6:50 pm

    Luv this idea – I just purchased one of these, and I sooo need to organize my embossing folders! Gonna do this tomorrow, THANKS!

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  71. Lin Kendrick says

    January 2, 2015 at 3:01 pm

    Well Shaunte seems your idea has caught on too well! Iris Card Storage Boxes appear to be all sold out 🙁 Back to the drawing board for me. Maybe mine will stay in that box file a little longer! Happy New Year x

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    • Sarah {Crafts Unleashed Editor} says

      January 5, 2015 at 9:05 am

      Hi Lin, the Iris card keeper is back in stock. You can get it here: http://www.consumercrafts.com/store/details/catalog/storage-scrapbooking-and-paper-organization/iskp-crd

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  72. MargieH says

    January 2, 2015 at 2:43 pm

    Hey, I have one of those! Hmm….might have to give this a try. Hope all fits – kind of scarey how much I have of those – LOL! Thanks! Happy New Year btw! Hope you are doing well xo

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    • Shaunte says

      January 3, 2015 at 2:57 pm

      Thanks, Margie! Maybe I will see you at CHA?!!

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  73. Sue D says

    January 2, 2015 at 2:01 pm

    FAbulous idea!

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  74. SusanDR says

    January 2, 2015 at 11:34 am

    I love this idea! I am currently starting my collection (which is growing faster than it should – LOL), and I am using binders. I agree that it is not the easiest to use. I will be buying a box like yours. It was so helpful to see your system. Thanks for the info and photos to see it in action!

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    • Shaunte says

      January 2, 2015 at 12:09 pm

      Good luck, Susan! It makes crafting more enjoyable when everything has a designated place. 🙂

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  75. Sue Ainilian says

    March 14, 2015 at 7:21 pm

    This idea is wonderful. I have two of these keepers now and the contents can be easily relocated! I was wondering if you would give me your opinion. After reading this I went and counted and have about 200 folders. Do you think this system would work as well for so many? I also have quite a few of the undersized folders too. Because I would probably have to use two of three of the Iris card boxes, do you think it would be wise to sort them by season also, and then alphabetize the individual “sharpie” names at the top? For example, Halloween, Christmas, Fall, Thanksgiving, etc. That would group folders that probably wouldn’t be used for anything else together. Thanks!

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  76. DianaC says

    August 15, 2016 at 1:25 am

    I’m looking forward to using this system for my folders. I use 2 boxes for birthday cards. One from January to June and one from July to December. On the separaters, I put an index card with all the birthdays for the month and date,

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