Home Office Decorating
Decorating your home office can help you increase productivity because it creates a more inviting and pleasant work environment that can inspire you to stay focused and motivated throughout the day. Additionally, surrounding yourself with items that you find aesthetically pleasing can help reduce stress and promote a positive attitude toward your work. I recently refreshed my Cricut Craft Room and Home Office by adding a few items to help me stay organized and personalize the space. Keep reading to see my Home Office Decor Refresh with a new bookcase, bulletin board, and a custom Neon Light!
In case you’re in a hurry…
CRAFT ROOM LINKS
For my craft room, I used inexpensive storage containers and bins to organize my Cricut essentials. It’s space-saving and cheap. I linked everything below and include detailed instructions below on how I organized the bookcases.
- EchoNeon Custom Sign
- Billy Bookcase with Height Extension
- Narrow Billy Bookcase with Height Extension
- Billy Bookcase Glass Shelf
- Billy Bookcase Shelf
- Ikea Table
- Similar Chairs
- Dollar Tree Marble Contact Paper
- Hardboard (for cardstock shelves)
- Wood Dowel
- Shelf Pins (used on cardstock shelves)
- Home Edit Organizing Containers
- Dollar Tree Candy Jars
- Dollar Tree Mini Candy Jars
- Dollar Tree Tray
- Dollar Tree Trifle Containers
- Dollar Tree Scalloped Square Containers
- Cricut Tools/Pen Organizer (Similar one on Amazon)
- Dollar Tree Small Baskets (3-Pack)
- Dollar Tree Small Baskets (2-Pack)
- Dollar Tree Stackable Organizing Drawers
- Dollar Tree Adhesive Hooks
- Ikea Velvet Room-Darkening Curtains in Gray-Green (Similar ones on Amazon)
- Ikea Ceiling Mount Curtain Track
- Ikea Drape Hooks
- Bar Cart
- Puck Lights with Remote
Cricut Supplies Shown
- Cricut Autopress
- Cricut EasyPress 9 x 9
- Cricut EasyPress Mini
- Cricut Explore Air 2
- Cricut Explore Air 3
- Cricut Maker
- Cricut Joy
- Cricut Joy Machine Storage Bag
- Cricut Mats
- My Favorite Vinyl
- My Favorite Heat Transfer Vinyl
- Cricut Joy Smart Vinyl
- Cricut Smart Vinyl
- Various Craft Supplies (yarn, etc) at Dollar Tree
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NEW BOOKCASE
I added a Billy Bookcase by the window for more storage space and to separate the rooms. I removed the bar cart that was there previously and used the bookcase for my Cricut machines, printer, and xTool M1 machine. I have a variety of craft supplies on this shelf including:
- Cricut Blanks
- Sewing Supplies
- Small Wood Craft Supplies
- Hot Glue Guns and Supplies
I used the same Dollar Tree catering containers and Home Edit containers to organize small craft supplies.
NEW BULLETIN BOARD
I’m so glad I found the peel-and-stick cork tiles at Dollar Tree to Display Inspiration and Ideas in my craft room!
–>Learn more about these cork tiles
NEW CUSTOM NEON LIGHT
There’s something so exciting about seeing your own brand name lit up on a Neon sign!
If you’re feeling a lack of personality in your home decor, try adding a Neon Sign. You can create any Neon sign using their online customizer tool or choose from a variety of premade options. You can also send them your business logo or image which is what I did to create my custom Simple Made Pretty sign.
My sign was delivered in under a week and included everything needed to hang the sign in a variety of ways. It’s very lightweight so you can get away with using 3M adhesives but chose to hang mine above my desk using the anchors and screws.
It makes me so happy to see this sign lit up since it’s my personal brand! A custom neon light can also energize and inspire creativity. All Echo Neon LED neon lights are handcrafted and eco-friendly.
Cheap Cricut Craft Room Organization Ideas
Watch the video below to see a full tour of my Craft Room (before this addition).
Our craft room and home office are combined in our formal living room. We don’t have a use for a formal living room or dining room so we use both spaces for our home office and craft room.
The bookcases with my craft supplies are on a small wall and one bookcase sticks out from the wall, separating the office from the sitting room area (we still consider the sitting area our office but it has a pull-out sofa so we can use it as a guest room as well).
We added a floor-to-ceiling curtain to separate the rooms and create a wall divider. We secured the bookcases to the wall (and to each other) with the parts included in the Ikea bookcase package.
Organizing a Small Craft Room
I used to have several bins and baskets on this bookcase and all my craft supplies were organized in the labeled bins, but this system is much better! I can finally see all the craft supplies that I have to work with and have color-coded everything in a gorgeous layout.
Here are some craft room organization ideas:
- Install shelving units to store craft supplies and materials.
- Use clear containers to store small items such as buttons, beads, and stickers.
- Hang a pegboard to store tools and small items.
- Create a designated workspace that is clutter-free and organized.
- Use a file system to store paper and patterns.
- Keep frequently used items within reach.
- Use a bulletin board to display inspiration and ideas.
- Don’t be afraid to get creative and repurpose items for storage.
Organizing Cricut Cutting Mats
I used Dollar Tree Adhesive Hooks to hang my Cricut cutting mats on the backside of the bookcase that sticks out from the wall. You don’t see them at all when the curtain is closed!
Craft Table
I used an Ikea table with a larger piece of plywood on top and Dollar Tree marble contact paper as my craft room table. This table used to be our dining room table but I found my kids were often doing crafts and homework at the table (and ruined the top) so I moved it into our home office and covered it with contact paper.
I also use this table to video record DIY projects and take pictures of my creations. I use a mobile DIY tripod that my hubby made me that can attach to the table to record videos, etc.
The organizer on the center of the table is a thrift store find and organize supplies for my kids to use.
Shop Our Home Office
- EchoNeon Custom Sign
- Billy Bookcase with Height Extension
- Narrow Billy Bookcase with Height Extension
- Billy Bookcase Glass Shelf
- Billy Bookcase Shelf
- Ikea Table
- Similar Chairs
- Dollar Tree Marble Contact Paper
- Hardboard (for cardstock shelves)
- Wood Dowel
- Shelf Pins (used on cardstock shelves)
- Home Edit Organizing Containers
- Dollar Tree Candy Jars
- Dollar Tree Mini Candy Jars
- Dollar Tree Tray
- Dollar Tree Trifle Containers
- Dollar Tree Scalloped Square Containers
- Cricut Tools/Pen Organizer (Similar one on Amazon)
- Dollar Tree Small Baskets (3-Pack)
- Dollar Tree Small Baskets (2-Pack)
- Dollar Tree Stackable Organizing Drawers
- Dollar Tree Adhesive Hooks
- Ikea Velvet Room-Darkening Curtains in Gray-Green (Similar ones on Amazon)
- Ikea Ceiling Mount Curtain Track
- Ikea Drape Hooks
- Bar Cart
- Puck Lights with Remote
Cricut Supplies Shown
- Cricut Autopress
- Cricut EasyPress 9 x 9
- Cricut EasyPress Mini
- Cricut Explore Air 2
- Cricut Explore Air 3
- Cricut Maker
- Cricut Joy
- Cricut Joy Machine Storage Bag
- Cricut Mats
- My Favorite Vinyl
- My Favorite Heat Transfer Vinyl
- Cricut Joy Smart Vinyl
- Cricut Smart Vinyl
- Various Craft Supplies (yarn, etc) at Dollar Tree
Don’t forget…
–>>>>>>Watch the Video to see my Craft Room Tour
New to Cricut?
Here are some Cricut Basics!
–>>If you want a Circut Machine but aren’t sure which machine is for you, be sure to read this post, How to Choose Which Cricut Machine is Right for you.
–>>Want more tips on finding inexpensive Cricut supplies? Read this post, How to Save Money on Cricut Craft Supplies.
What Cricut Accessories Do I Need?
Cricut Essentials make putting the pieces together a joy. From tweezers that handle delicate parts to Cricut EasyPress for foolproof iron-on, every Essential makes a great project even greater, every step of the way.
These are the Cricut Tools & Accessories I recommend for the serious crafter:
Cricut Easy Press
I highly recommend purchasing the Cricut Easy Press if you plan to do any iron-on or heat transfer projects. The Cricut Easy Press will make your Cricut DIY’s so much easier!
The Cricut Easy Press comes in 3 different sizes, however, I own the 9 x 9 and it’s the perfect size for most projects.
–>>Get the Cricut Easy Press here!
Cricut Easy Press Mat
If you purchase the Cricut Easy Press, don’t forget to get the coordinating Easy Press Mat, which will protect your surfaces and projects from burning. Alternatively, you can use a folded towel, however, the mat is sleek and easier to store in the craft room 😉
–>>Get the Cricut Easy Press Mat Here!
Cricut Bright Pad
The lightweight, low-profile Cricut BrightPad makes crafting easier while reducing eye strain. It illuminates fine lines for tracing, cut lines for weeding, and more.
–>>Get the Cricut Bright Pad Here!
Cricut Cutting Mats
I suggest having a variety of cutting mats that are customized to match the weight of commonly used crafting materials. With three different mats specifically designed to work with different weights of materials, you can ensure success in all your projects.
–>>Get the Cricut Machine Mat Variety Pack Here!
Cricut Tool Set
You will thank me later for telling you to just get the Cricut Tool Set instead of buying each tool individually! The tools included in the Cricut toolset are all helpful when using your Cricut machine.
–>>Get the Essential Tool Set Here!
My favorite non-Cricut brand materials
You can find other brand vinyl, iron-on, contact paper, and more outside of Cricut.com. A few of my favorites are:
- Oracal 651 Permanent Vinyl (find it here or at your local craft store)
- Siser HTV
- Dollar Tree clear contact paper (or shelf liner)
- Various fat-quarter fabrics at Walmart
- Felt sheets at local craft stores
Learning how to use your Cricut is really easy and fun once you get the hang of it. If you don’t have a Cricut Access Membership, I highly recommend it. I’ve had a Cricut Access Membership for years and it’s definitely worth the cost for all the benefits!
My favorite online resources to find SVG files to make Cricut craft projects:
–>>Click here to see the latest bundle with the best SVG files at Design Bundles!
–>>Click here to get Unlimited access to over 4 million fonts and designs for just $1!
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