Recently I saw ArtBin had a new storage case with magnetic sheets for dies. I almost ran out and bought some but after seeing the dimensions and odd shape, I thought there had to be a better way. I’m so glad I thought ahead instead of buying it!
I have lots of dies, more than I should (LOL!), but I love them all! My collection is continuing to grow every month. This storage is perfect for dies that are too big for my other methods, or for dies I want to keep together.
I started off buying this ArtBin Scrapbooking container. I bought it at Joanns for 50% off (it retails at $19.99) and also used my education discount for an extra 15% off.
Then I found some 12×12 chipboard that was also on sale (retails for $9.99) and added that to my stash.
It came with gray, white and black in the pack.
And finally, I bought a Xyron Magnetic 900 cartridge that I used a coupon with. I headed home and hoped it would all work out. 
First I took a sheet of chipboard and then separated the layers of the Xyron cartridge. I don’t know if you can see it, but the plastic is not connected to the magnetic layer (which it would need it to be if you were using it with the Xyron).
I was able to do 7 full 12×12 sheets with this cartridge and had some left over. I didn’t check to see if it was enough for another sheet but wouldn’t be surprised if there was.
Here are a few of my completed sheets.
I would guess you could comfortably fit at least another 6-9 more sheets in this case. It would be heavy, but for storage purposes, perfect. When I’m working on something specific, I pull out the sheet I need, use it, then store it away again. No more remembering where I stashed something and wasting time looking for it! My sheets filled up quickly and I need to pull another cartridge out and make more.
There are a lot of excellent ways to store dies out there and I wanted to share another one that works for me. If you have more ideas or tips, I’d love to hear them! Thanks for stopping by!
Gina
Love this idea, I am going to have to do this, my dies are getting to be way to many and way to disorganized. Thanks for the tips.
shannon white
Oh this is a Super way to store dies! Mine are getting a bit too many and a bit disorganized too! Thanks for the Great Idea Shelly!
Hugs
Shannon
P.S.
Quick Question, I’m looking to purchase a new trimmer, mine is pretty old and drives me crazy as it doesn’t really cut super straight lol .. Wondering if you had any recommendations ?
Shelly
Sorry, Shannon, I just saw the 2nd part of this! I use a 12×12 Tonic trimmer and while it’s not always exact, it does have a good grid that makes it easy to line up and be accurate. I also have a mini Tonic for my smaller pieces that I use all the time. I’ve heard good things about the Carl trimmers and of course…for the best of the best (and most expensive!), the Genesis! Hope this helps! Hugs!
alicecarman
Shelly this is a great idea! I may have to try this out.
Earleen McD
What a fabulous idea!! I bought the Artbin Magnetic case and refill sheets, If I ever outgrow my case I will remember your idea here and switch over. Thanks for sharing.
Taylor B
Great idea and love the DIY aspect! I might adjust your idea by leaving space to punch some holes and store the sheets in a binder. I’m used to binders as my method of finding something quickly. But one art bin such as your idea would be helpful for traveling with some dies to class! I have art bins for storing my 12in cardstock – they are great.
Thanks for sharing!