I think we all collect a healthy assortment of patterns as we make our way through this quilting adventure. Not only do I have patterns that I've purchased at the LQS, but I have also downloaded patterns from my computer. So what to do with all of these dreams in the making.
I came across this file folder which has worked really well for my collection. Comes in very handy for paper patterns.
Of course it is fun to use pretty folders.
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Who said we had to use plain old office manila folders?
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Perfect for storing individual patterns as well.
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Another great tool for organizing. I like going vertical as it frees up work space.
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I found this storage unit at Target on clearance. It's also handy to carry if you need certain notions for a class.
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My collection of scissors grows. And everyone in my household knows that if they use my fabric scissors......... well, they might walk the plank! I try to keep my craft scissors and fabric scissors separated. I found the little green garden holder and the jumbo pencil cup at the office supply store.
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Whenever I find these magazine organizers at the thrift stores, I swoop them up. It's a great way to have them organized. These plastic magazine holders can be pretty dirty, but I've found that I can put them in the bottom rack of the dishwasher, and they come out good as new :-)
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For years I have cut out patterns from magazines, or downloaded and printed them off of the computer. I like putting them in a clear sleeve and into a notebook which is a wonderful way to store them. It's fun to take out the notebook and browse through for creative ideas.
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A slotted wooden ruler holder is a great idea, but I really did not have a good place to set one up. So instead I just put a nice long nail (thanks dear hubby) into the wall and hang my acrylic rulers in an out of the way place. Most rulers have a hole to accommodate such a feat.
I'd love to hear your organizing tips as well!
Have a great quilting day!