There are a lot of fun classes, challenges, crops, and other experiences in our industry. Stash Bash is totally different from them all.

I’ve mapped out all the details for our July 14-20 event, but here are nine things you might not know unless you’ve participated in the past:

1. It’s not just about organization. Stash management is more than just where you put your stuff. That’s why Stash Bash includes activities that put a dent in the surplus and help you better understand your preferences.

2. It’s not a class. I can promise you will learn a ton, but instead of having you read extensive handouts or watch long videos you’ll spend time in Stash Bash doing. This is a challenge-based event that’s all about action.

3. It’s customizable. It can be frustrating to receive an assignment you’re just not in the mood for. Instead, Stash Bash puts the reins in your hands, allowing each participant to choose activities that suit your needs now.

4. You have time to participate. This flexibility also means that it can take as much or as little time as you have. Even if you’re crunched, you can still see progress by completing as few as three challenges.

5. We’re all cheering for you. One of my favorite parts of leading events like Stash Bash is the generous community. We will celebrate victories and tackle challenges together.

6. Digital scrapbookers are welcomed. Clutter on your computer can be just as overwhelming, so we don’t leave out those who scrapbook with pixels instead of paper. Stash Bash is inclusive.

7. The effects are long-lasting. While the event is just seven days, what you take away with stick with you for the long haul. You’ll be able to permanently reduce clutter and better manage your stash.

8. You might fall in love. Warning: spending time with your stuff might make you want to shop less. As you re-discover products, you’ll feel more excited to create with what you have.

9. It’s all about fun. There’s enough work elsewhere in life that managing your stash can seem like the least fun thing ever. Stash Bash turns something meh into an enjoyable experience.

Sign up for Stash Bash today.

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More than two years ago I first had the idea for a fun, multi-day online event where you could get excited and “party with what you’ve got”. I sat my husband down on the couch and I told him we weren’t moving until I had a catchy hashtag-able name for such an event.

That night, Stash Bash was born. (Or #stashbash, if that’s your thing!)

During this one-of-a-kind event you’ll receive encouragement and accountability to use, declutter, and organize your paper or digital scrapbook stash. After successfully completing a Stash Bash, you will have a smaller stash, a cleaner workspace, and more motivation to make organization a habit.

The Stash Bash scrapbook organizing party returns to Simple Scrapper next month – and registration is now open!

Registration has closed.

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I decided to update the best of that content, creating a free video series called The Simple Way to Get Organized. This is foundational stuff you can refer to again and again – and it will make you smile.

To get access to the first video, click here to sign up. You’ll also receive an email from me when subsequent videos are released. There are four videos in the series!

Sign up has ended.

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This round will include daily video pep talks with tips you can use right away as well as detailed PDF handouts with before, during, and after images. (Access the PDFs on your computer or your tablet!) You’ll also have access to our set of introductory, how-to videos.

To give you a taste of Stash Bash, here are two videos from the first event:

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This video provides a short educational lesson in decluttering.

This video shows me organizing frequently-used embellishments.

How You Can Participate

Stash Bash is valued at $29, but you can sign up for just $16. Click here for details and see some sneak peeks from the handouts!

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A few years ago I wrote a series of posts for Complete Organizing Solutions on simple, organized memory keeping. The vast majority of wisdom I shared in these articles holds true today. I thought it might be nice to gather them here for you, in case you missed these the first time.

• 8 Simple Tips For Stress-Free Photo Organization
• How To Find More Time For Holiday Memory Keeping
• 3 Simple Resolutions For Organized Memory Keeping
• 3 More Simple Resolutions For Organized Memory Keeping
• Organize Your Memories With Digital Scrapbooks
• 5 Essential Tools For Memory Keepers
• Use Quick Pages For Faster Scrapbooking
• Shortcuts For Summer Memory Keeping

Every weekend you are invited to join us for our ongoing tradition of sharing simple tips and inspiring ideas from around the web.

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Remember the new release highlights? They’re not gone, just in a new place for easier posting and easier consumption. We update the New Release Highlights Tumblr every weekend with our favorite selections for digital, paper and hybrid scrapbooking.

Our favorite view though, is the Tumblr Archive, where you can grab a birds-eye view of all our recent picks. If you love this feature, make sure you Follow the Tumblr or subscribe to the RSS feed.

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On Monday, a group of 15 or so scrapbookers gathered for a chat all about organization and storage of traditional scrapbook supplies. Today I wanted to share with you some of the wisdom imparted by the participants.

What are your favorite storage solutions for…

printed photos? photo boxes with and without dividers, photo envelopes, plastic bins, binders, small milk crate

scrapbook papers? clear plastic boxes, Cropper Hopper paper sorters, shelves, accordion storage, paper totes, spinners

embellishments? kitchen glass jars, cardboard photo boxes, plastic baggies hung from book rings, baskets, rolling carts

scrapbook tools? IKEA boxes and racks, totebags, pegboard, tool caddy, lazy susans, baskets

Now tell us, what are some of your favorite scrapbook storage solutions?

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We talk a lot in memory keeping about backing up photos and other digital archives in case of hard drive failure, theft or worse. However, we don’t talk much about making sure the backup copies will actually be there when you need them.

Today I’d like to discuss how to keep your backups safe and secure. Whether you backup to DVD, external hardd rive or the cloud, I want to hear how to add a layer of protection to your system.

• Do you DVDs live in cases, sleeves or a binder?
• Are your hard drives in a fire proof box or at your moms?
• Do you double check your cloud storage to verify it is working?
• Do you create new copies periodically?

Please leave a comment below sharing your strategy for backing up and how you protect your investment.

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9th & Bloom: Oh Hanukkah by Tracey Monette

After Five Designs: Cookies for Santa by Nikki Beaudreau & Micheline Martin

Cat Scrap: What a Year template by Tiny Toes Designs

Designer Digitals: My Notebook template No. 03 by Katie Pertiet

Design House Digital: Warm Wishes printables by Pink Trike Design

The Digichick: Treasure the Memory by Sugarplum Paperie

The Digichick: Memory Keeper by Jennifer Fox

Digiridoo Scraps: A Visit with Santa by Snippets Inc.

Digital Scrap Cafe: Tree Trimming Traditions by Caged Bird Designs & Dream Big Designs

Elemental Scraps: Bigs & Littles templates by Connie Prince

Gotta Pixel: The Magic is Here by Mye De Leon

Inspiration Lane: Everyday #5 by Jen Yurko

The Lilypad: Knit Alpha by Sahlin Studio

Little Dreamer Designs: Peace on Earth by Tickled Pink Studio & Penny Springmann

Mscraps: 12 Days album kit by Biograffiti & ErinInk

Oscraps: Focal Point by One Little Bird Designs

Polka Dot Plum: 365 Challenge by Brine Design

Scrapbook-bytes: So Special by Armina Designs

Scrapbookgraphics: Number Badges by Studio Gypsy

Scrap Matters: Great Escape by WM [squared] Designs

Scrap Orchard: Dude Man Whoa by Laura Banasiak

Sunshine Studio Scraps: Joyous Season by Meredith Cardall

Sweet Shoppe Designs: Year in Review III V2 by Cindy Schneider

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9th & Bloom: Joyeux Noel from Stolen Moments and Becca

After Five Designs: Mischief Maker by Micheline Martin

Cat Scrap: Ful by creashens

Cat Scrap: Smitten by Allison Pennington

Designer Digitals: ArtPlay Palette Thankful Heart templates by Anna Aspnes

Design House Digital: Printable aRt – Believe by Pink Trike Designs

The Digichick: Christmas Believe Digital Stamp by Arty Pants

Elemental Scraps: Sugar on Top by Project B Designs & Spinky Dink Scraps

The Lilypad: Happy Hanukkah Printable by Jacque Larsen

Little Dreamer Designs: Scrap! by Ange & Pink Reptile Designs

Mscraps: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun by Dunia and Studio Basic

Oscraps: Curated album kit by Kitschy Digitals & Paislee Press

Scrapbook-bytes: Romantic Holiday by Mye De Leon

Scrapbookgraphics: Everyday 365 Cardstock by Baersgarten
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Scrap Matters: Happiness in a Cup by Trixie Scraps Designs

Sweet Shoppe Designs: 20 Questions by Lauren Grier, Jenn Barrette & Shawna Clingerman

Sweet Shoppe Designs: Thankful For You by Zoe Pearn and Jenn Barrette

Sweet Shoppe Designs: Tis the Season: For Joy by Kristin Cronin-Barrow

Zig Zag Scrap: Doctor, Doctor by Jenn Barrette & Pink Reptile Designs

There weren’t very many new products in stock at the big online paper stores this weekend, due to the holiday, but 2 Peas is having one heck of a big sale!

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