Storage Ideas for Quilters

The reason I chose to host this event in January is because there seems to be an almost collective surge towards organization as a new year begins.  In early January I got an email from All People Quilt discussing ideas for Sewing Storage and wanted to share a few of my favorites with you.

Now, I am not a person who feel the need to buy storage containers.  I feel most of us can make storage happen with a little ingenuity, but I have to admit that this seems pretty nifty!

Their Description:  At 12x12x6 inches, ArtBin’s Super Satchel Double Deep is ideal for storing precut fabrics. Arrange the dividers to form up to six compartments. It is also available in purple, pink, and green.  The deep compartments allow for easy storage of larger, bulkier supplies.  Price: $28.99  (which is decent if you only need one, but could get seriously steep for major fabric hoarders).  for more info go to http://www.artbin.com/

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Being the cheapskate that I am, I like storage containers that can have multiple uses as life changes and evolves.  This idea seems right up my alley.  Shoe organizers are a natural option for storing fabric. They're great for keeping rolls of batting, fusible web, freezer paper, and more.

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Hit the hardware store for useful storage containers. The small drawers meant for nails make great receptacles for embroidery thread. Create labels for the small drawers.

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Don't worry if these ideas don't meet your fabric storage needs...

I'll share some of my fabric storage ideas this month with a tutorial or two!