Adult coloring storage wars

We all know adult coloring is creative, fun and relaxing, but heck it can be messy too!  I’m not talking about “coloring outside of the lines” messy or “ink on my crisp white sleeve” messy, I’m talking “chasing pens around a table” messy or even “where did I put those pens in the first place?” messy!  In this blog post thecoloringbook.club give you some pointers to storing all of your coloring tools and books that should help you win those adult coloring storage wars that anyone with an addiction to coloring has to fight!
Get from this…

To this…

With the help of some of the most useful art space oraganizing ideas that thecoloringbook.club have found!  

Pen and Pencil Organisers

Pencils can roll and pens can lose their lids, so how do you keep your creative space tidy?  Simple, invest in a storage drawer solution.

Art storage chests, like this three-drawer art supply storage unit from Amazon, will have your pen and pencil sets shipshape and Bristol fashion for under $50.  Pick up two units, label the drawers and you can recreate the “rainbow in a box, coloring treasure chest” look (above) in no time!

Want something unique you can put your own stamp on?

Try your hand at a little DIY and create this smart art supply storage solution.

Esterroi.com have a step by step guide to create this versatile and smart coloring pen storgae unit made from foam board and clear acrylic.  The trays even use non-slip liner to stop your pens and pencils rolling, even when the drawers are open at an angle!

Need something mobile?

How about a smart mobile coloring cart?

Lisahetrickdesign.com created a funky “happy dance color cart” from an IKEA rolling utility cart you can buy straight off the shelves.

One of the trays could easily accommodate your coloring pages and books leaving plenty of space for pen and pencil storage in the remaining shelves.

Need something portable?

Wheeling from room to room is great, but what if you want a small compact storage solution that lets you take your essential coloring tools with you?

This cool wooden easel is an all in one coloring desk with book or coloring page storage (simply clip your book or coloring pages to the easel when out and about) and plenty of space for a few pens or pencils too!

Need to store your coloring books and coloring pages?

How do you keep those coloring books and pages organised?  We suggest some cheap magazine boxes like these.

You could even cover these with some finished coloring pages to give them a unique (and fitting) look for your coloring book storage solution!

hgtv.com have a wealth of craft room organisation ideas, we like the simple solutions, like using magazine holders, the best!

You could even cover these with some finished coloring pages to give them a unique (and fitting) look for your coloring book storage solution!

Alternatively try one of these chic paper tray storage units to keep your coloring pages and books tidy, available on amazon.

If you prefer to craft your own, then inmyownstyle.com have a simple to follow DIY guide that turns an ordinary carboard box into a shabby chic paper organizer!

Hanging in there?

If desk space is at a premium in your house or you have some wall or even “back of a door” space going spare, this last idea provides unique and cute hanging storage for all of your coloring essentials.

Peg boards are readily available from your craft or home depot store and can be utilized for a multitude of purposes.

Tatertotsandjello.com show how peg boards can be used to organise a variety of different craft spaces and tools.  We particularly like these cute buckets to keep pens and pencils tidy.

What is your coloring workspace like?  Messy or meticulous, we’d love for you to share a picture of your workspace with us on Facebook!

Do you have a smart storage solution for your coloring books and tools?  

Or are you more of “a hunt the coloring pen” person?  

Let us know below.