A few months ago I made a homemade version of Simply Renee's Clip-It-Up (CIU). For details as to how I made this CIU please go here. Since then I have noticed so many wonderful versions of this same product. This post will provide you with a small sample of some of the many different versions of CIU trees. Floor Model
This has got to be one of the most wonderful inventions for scrapbookers. Its practical . . . you can see what's on the tree and the items are easily accessible . . . and yet its still beautiful. Luv it! I am using my tree to store my acrylic stamps, embossing folders and dies.
Unlike some other floor models my tree has 4 tiers. I did not notice that one of the lamp shades had supporting wires that connected the top ring to the bottom ring. So instead of buying that last lamp shade with a spider support system like this
Desktop model
This beauty was made by Pauline van den Bosch. In her version Pauline used a beautiful, yet sturdy, decorative flower pot for the base of her tree.
For instructions on how to make a desktop version of this CIU tree please watch Margaret's tutorial.
Table lamp
I may make one of these CIU to display my ATCs.
Shoe Rack
I am always amazed by the creative imagination of others. While I see a product meant to organize shoes someone else had a vision as to how they could create a homemade CIU from a shoe tree. Simply amazing!
Like the original CIU this version of the tree also several different models.
The desktop model
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| Photo courtesy of Debbie J |
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| Photo courtesy of the Container Store |
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| Photo courtesy of Julie F |
You can find video instructions on how to make your own version of a shoe tree CIU right here.
Ceiling Model
Don't have any floor or desktop space in your craft room for a CIU? No problem. You can hang your CIU from the ceiling like Brenda did.
I hope you have enjoyed seeing the different versions of this wonderful product. Moreover I hope it inspired you to make your own little tree.
As always, thanks for stopping by . . .Yoli
8 comments:
This is so amazing! WOW!!
I love it when people can create new uses for items! I was just looking at a corner shower pole in the Target ad wondering if it could be used as storage in the craft room! Hmmm, now I have some great ideas to work from - TFS!!
Wow I so know what I want to do. thisis such a great idea. Thanks......
Thanks so much for featuring my CIU ceiling model. I've been using this for about 7 months now and I love it. Total space saver
Brenda
Ladies . . . if you make a CIU tree be sure to let me know. I would love to see a pic. :-)
Brenda . . . your idea was simply amazing! From the ceiling! Why not?
This is great! I also love your crafting spot~~lovely!
Wonderful ideas. I'll be looking for lamp shades on my next trip to the thrift stores.
You did it!! You amaze me!!!!
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