Happy crafting and organizing. Her tutorial is very similar to mine, except that I cut tabs into my pieces of cardboard. It was like a cyclone hit the room continuously, whereas I create in an organized, studio room or area of 4 feet by 4 feet with a small closet that houses my STUFF. I like your idea, it would make a more uniform stack, keeping all of it one size, except for the thickness of the larger pieces. Yes, I do agree, we all are lovers of pretty things be it fabric oryou can fill in the blank. I cut each one into 10 sheets measuring 10X6" and wrap the fabric around them. Marion, I was watching the game with you! My DIL sews but doesn't seem to be interested in doing the type things I do. St Joseph Lighthouse in MI, on Lake Michigan at -50 We take pride in being a customer focused business who truly cares about the community we live in. Really tired from staying up and watching the 'Nole play last night. NOVEMBER, Challenges, Projects & Ideas..Organizing ourselves..always welcome newcomers!! Even works with larger odd shaped scraps. Thanks for the idea! What a great idea, and bravado for trying your hand it making it yourself! I started sorting mine into colors, except for Christmas, patriotic, flannels and baby prints. But not any more! AUGUST Challenges/Projects/Organizing Ourselves..sharing of ideas..newcomers always welcome.. SEPTEMBER ..Sewing/Organizing ourselves/Sharing Ideas and just good old fashion caring about each other.. OCTOBER Challenges, Projects & Organizing Ourselvessharing and supporting friends! It's not as pretty as the expensive ones, but it. good luck with your surgery, Pam! Ya, I'm afraid even if my Fairy Godmother went in there and cleaned and organized and had it all spiffy, "I would happen" to it. "ME]( $c0=O7u$^ +"-TUx&=%]&w]Zg~P&x@G [N #[k hD%Y90H(Rp^ *H-mKPNV_$V_U}s%b6},a`}D_8Q49V2cAMDnb!YqM=sd`+h1Fdl,7OlLgglCt-]YjM]m##E =bk 6[uKT`E2PKFe4$BZ)j^j.qIyKdrMD)4JMX K e:$7XznSA" !q ~Z?G8lr3=oq[9H3^1WS/0l yU+Wh%B0)lM`+ZSA7 2 VPg*>ZaYx],1'4Bh3r:w,FjZ\stc% ]EcAz<5O I have a bunch of stuff I need done when I get home. I do go back every now and then to refold so as not to make creases that will be difficult to press out when needed. See you around! And it is nice and big, but of course there's never enough room, no matter how much space you have. Its a fun job but the field doesnt exactly pull in Rhodes Scholar material lol, Hit me up if you need any advice again in the future I am an artist and comic collector so I am happy to help make sure these things are done properly. Cremation - My last hope for a smokin' hot body. -its not the number of breaths you take, but the moments that take your breath away! Haven't worn those for many years! Goodbye Europe! However, if you dont get a mat, DO NOT forget to have them install spacers to lift the glass away from the artwork. My dad called those 'foamcore'. Just brilliant! I have a long acrylic ruler that is about 6 inches wide. Thanks for linking up to my blog, really appreciate it! I always wondered how the stores kept all those shirts folded so neatly on their shelves and tried to refold them the same way after I had looked at one, but never could quite make it look as crisp. Thanks for sharing :), What a great idea! 'j {CRn;AtHh4Cl476&^=4Bvz*PjjudOcRy^|5*>QuZ! Jill @ Create.Craft.Love. Maybe I'll remember where things are if I'm not here physically.. LOL, LOL, seems we all share a common "where did I put it" disease right now. Its an unusually fantastic cover, and the way they changed the colors for each printing makes for a very cool aesthetic. I have purchased two sets of the fabric organizers and have to say that I do LOVE them but the price not so much. And this cover is so amazing. So happy to see it being respected like this. But I wouldn't want to stay out there long. Top 5 for sure. Oh well prepared for later I guess. For those looking for free boxes, liquor stores have sturdy boxes for free :). Quick and looks good stacked or in a drawer. Following along via GFC! Now I prefer to buy just a yd or two, and have it on hand rather than just a small piece. I love this cover so much. I use the boards from Polar Notions to wrap my fabric, they are a bit expensive but a wonderful reusable hard plastic.I also have tons of fabric, so it was costly but beautiful. And finally, no matter what they say, if someone tells you to dry mount it DECLINE. Home sweet home. At least I could see what I had instead of sifting thru large totes all the time.. Also, the framing job looks awesome! I checked around and found acid free foam core boards and made my own. Even when Joanns or Michaels has sales, they are still usually more expensive. So then I tried only two tabs in the center. /Rttm%fH~ 0Dw).TQPfK7_jN"jqp- \0%am=Un0}#4kaF iP"O': }iw:w Michael's also carries the board but was out the time I went there. Re: Mini Bolts with Comic Book Boards for Spring Cleaning! Anne xx, Very helpful post, I need to Do something about my fabrics. It's owned by bigots and there are lots of smaller businesses that you can support instead. Anyone here use the Boards for folding their fabrics, or is it better to just fold neatly and stack the fabrics? e6)EIgf"{lf||U7$8GzR'F5'_)F]TH_rGetd|lF hV23dp",5g;p~Y7U?K I still remember the first time you mentioned the filing cabinet idea Marilyn. She never replied saying WHY not to use it, but said only to use the boards. LOL However, I think my bookcases will be filled up before I get all the totes emptied LOL. Most of what I have in totes are under 1.5 yds, and you can cram lots of FQ size pieces in a tote. You will find them at hobby stores that sell comic books (or your local comic book store). Im now a follower! If you'd like, please pass by my blog and follow along if you'd like! Flip the board around and cut out another tab the same way. check out the. I was trying to crochet but needless to say I was doing more ripping than crocheting. Framing grade glass isnt cheap to begin with, and museum can be up to 3x as expensive as regular framing glass. Contact us today to sign up! The Museum grade glass is incredibly clear, but for most people the extra cost isnt worth it. Get the other three and hit me up and Ill gladly tell you what you need to do to get your own done :). I think the advantage of using the boards is that your fabric will stand up, sorta like it does on the bolt. Why do you need the boards..other than just for organization? Join the SCG Hobby Rewards program to get access to special discounts on a plethora of items in our three locations. We offer gaming tables for people to come in and play anytime and run tournaments all week. When looking for these, you will NOT find them Hobby Lobby, Joann Fabrics, or other craft type stores. :-), Yeah, I am NOT a quilter but a block collector and FABRIC collector!! Hehehe yep, take a picture and post it as a record of it "once" being neat and spectacular? They cost me $1.00 per sheet at my local Dollar Tree store and I get 10 out of them so you can't beat the price. Oh nice! Chuck E. Cheese Coupons - February & March 2012. Sounds simple enough, right? This run of Animal Man is one of my favorite runs in all of comics. Makes it nerve-wracking to search for a piece that you just know is in there! I am so going to try this! Glad I found a new use for them! It was -6 this morning. brrrr. Thanks! Or are you referring to just a solid sheet of styrofoam? tj@E But this series stood above ST by a decent margin. Does it really help to not make wrinkles? I totally need to do something like this! This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. I tried out a few ways to position the tabs that would hold the fabric in place, but I ran into a problem. New 52 animal man may be my favorite series of all time! Mine is just folded and stacked. I'll have to look at Lowe's the next trip over.. For lovers of reading this is definitely a must. Great blog you have here! I wont be able to use the rotary cutter for a little bit, but im sure I can press that foot pedal ;-). Its one of my all-times faves as well. All times are GMT-6. Just wanted to be able to actually find a piece, when I'm sure it's there somewhere.. This message was edited Apr 22, 2021 11:00 AM, Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the Davesgarden.com. there where the poster boards and all the school supplies are just cut with sharp knife to right size and wrap fabric and get jumbo paper clips a nice and neat. There are some runs I have thought of doing, like the Negan prints that all line up to make Lucille. And thanks :). Hobby Lobby is a terrible and unethical company, I'd recommend you read up on them before deciding to give them any business. DECEMBER SEWING..sharing of ideas, organizing ourselves! Total chaos! SCG Hobby is more than just a sports cards, comics and gaming store. Someone told me once that using regular cardboard to store fabric on (long period, not just to use for a template) that the fabric would eventually discolor due to the chemicals that ordinary cardboard contained. Rochelle, Love these ideas! That is sooooooooo true. I only have the 1st print, though. This message was edited Apr 22, 2021 10:59 AM The Troll King, January 16, 2008, Hobby Lobby is running a sale this week on all frames at 50% off AND all portfolio supplies whether it be the portfolios themselves or the pages at 25% off. I tagged you in a game of Blog Tag! Youre it! Ive still got that on my to do list. tish - loving the snow in Md this week but not the 18 degrees today. Sooo good. Going back to the comic board, I wonder if I cut some standard sizes in cardboard, then used them to fold the fabric whether I could achieve a neater, more pleasing to the eye presentation like Happytails sewing room. Do you collect comic books or comic art? I need to get going with mine! She does mostly monogramming. I started to do that, then wondered how many quilters actually use the boards. Is it necessary to use comic book boards. Thanks for the reply Thunder, have a great day! This includes my fabric stash. Now I want one! This is such a great idea and can I say they just look so pretty all lined up! I want archival glass but the frame/mat I care less about. When wrapping my fabric I do group them by color so it makes it really easy to see what patterns in what color you have for scraps. Hugs, The only issue of his is the new 52 "0" Issue. Oh yeah, they did win but only after what is referred to here as "giving everyone cardiac arrest". I might just order the comic book dividers though. This is useful for books. XOXO, I love having craft supplies on hand so when the mood strikes me or I have a pleasant opening in my schedule, I can make something without having to run to the store. Or at least better than here - it was -6 this morning! I just collect alot of pretty things! That was the reason for my original question. I hope one of these solutions is right for you! It's not like my sewing room will end up looking like a photo shoot anyway! Its so underrated. They are the ones with the paper coating on the outside and 'foamcore' is what my DH calls them. Well, my husband got his 4 car garage when we built the house, so I felt it was only fair that I got my sewing room. LOL. At this point, I just want to get it all unpacked and know where it is!! 3CfB`2a*M>Y* f"?u60eSnO%t]xrfC :C,b"qD t, xIJh Tvpud\. They lie in several chaotic plastic bags But now, I feel really inspired! Great job!! Sorry for the novel there lol You may already know all that but just wanted to give you those tips in case the frame shop worker you gat is a newbie or just doesnt know their job. On a random note, I don't think it gets it gets much love, but I thought the new 52's I, Vampire series was also excellent (when I think of new 52, I often think of Animal Man and I, Vampire together as my faves) I was very sad when it was cancelled, but at least he got to wrap it up nicely. I stand them up in a 72" tall utility cabinet with doors that I got for about 100.00 at walmart. Yes, I would. Then I couldn't find some patterns I had printed out, after that it just went downhill! Press J to jump to the feed. Either way come here for discussion, news, purchase pictures, and collections. Karen you're better off in TN. LOL, We keep our inside on the cool side. That's really well done. I will try this, though I'd have to find boxes. Your email address will not be published. Been meaning to read the new 52 Animal Man! Would you say Hobby Lobby is worth going to for framing? Marion, I'll have to check the craft store across the river to see if they carry it. Lemire did a fantastic job. I walked out to the curb to bring in trash cans, wasn't as bad as I expected since the walk was in the sun mostly. If you get a frame off the shelf, the backing that comes with it is not archival grade (just like the glass that comes with it) and will eventually ruin the artwork. Maybe the sewing will help you recover faster, take your mind off other things. {U:08XrOSlT;NgrgmV hmZ?cU#gN"ZxN8K~[rf>KukBaHs?ml@~f?1,w/13fETK&2tox2syL08d2DZXQDjJhMaqi X -8rA9izQ4EhOem6=|sh=l6aO=y7d! The main problem I face is keeping all my must have supplies under control. I have a 10' wall filled with fabric and these are just as functional as the comic boards and a lot less expensive. I used to save the boards the fabric came in but for some reason stopped getting them. I'll be sure to update with pictures when I've tried the magazine boards! What I mean to say is, use the cardboard as a template, fold and slide off the card to store. She usedrubberbandsto secure the fabric, but I really liked the tabs on the expensive ones: I wanted to make my own using tabs not rubberbands or pins. !}E[$F"st SQbk#NGU: K-5#+[-N0a8~T K!t, oPnhfFqf#(-Aj9)C0QRXucit4!5*|d)T68(: :D. Thank you Kathie stopping by and for linking. 2020 All rights reserved. Make sure that you use an acid free foam board for your backing. btw: just found your blog and I am now a new follower! hAdY`c;^> J(&Hy{Dbaa+*?Y; fgyC?6i4{f5:*VY+ F/&>c,[\s|fK&IXZtYU&-t jU,|o;=!jM I'm assuming that poster board, cardboard boxes, etc have a quality that would affect fabric or something. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Website Designed and Managed by Voyage Media Works, LLC. Dream DIY idea for 2012 - Concrete Counter Top! I have a pillowcase to finish tomorrow, then off to IN for a week. okay, thanks! You must as well, it takes great taste to spot great taste :). Great ideas! Hint for cutting the boards if you try thisI borrowed my son's large contracters T-square to score the lines. I could easily fill any room available. Can't wait to see what you think of the magazine boards. And Second- What a fantastic way to organize that fabric!! I do not want to spend over $100 for the organizers, at least not until I save for it! It is about 12" deep and stores lots of fabric. Do you read cookbooks in pdf formats? http://mmscrapshoppe.blogspot.com/2012/01/fabric-storage-for-150.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TheScrapShoppe+%28The+Scrap+Shoppe%29Just thought I would share this blog that was using the same idea!!