Category Archives: Storage Ideas

Lots of Half Finished Work But Getting Organized

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So January isn’t over yet, which means there was still time to get regrouped for 2012.  Did a bit of knitting, not much sewing.  The sewing area was a disaster area – who was it that threw that bomb in there?  :)   So yesterday was moving “the room” day and getting some things organized and either thrown away, ready for eBay, or set aside to finish.  You’d be amazed at how much I threw out.  Many of you saw on Facebook how my new end of the family room looks so I can watch the TV that has more than basic cable on it.

This photo has four (4) projects that are knitted and ready for finishing into product.  I’m really LOVING the really large “swatches” of cabling.  But the deep purple piece on the left is going to hopefully be a stable in the store.  It will end up being an iPad envelope sleeve when it’s complete.

purple, blue/yellow, turquoise, green fleck

The turquoise and green fleck has fabrics matched up to them already to get sewing on.  When you ask?  Not sure – but keep watching.  Still not sure where to put all the interfacing types – it just seems the bed has always made a great spot for them!  LOL

Interfacings........ ugh

One of the nightstands is still piled high with coordinating fabrics – each with a purpose.  But where to put them?  I sure don’t have a clue!

Plethera of Fabrics

One of our cedar chests has come to rest in the spare bedroom jammed full of the beautiful yarns I’ve collected.  Someday, someday….

Cedar Chest FULL of Special Yarns

During all the organization of the ‘new’ area, I came across a lot of patterns for baby, toddler and kids clothing that I had every good intention of using.  So those have been divided up and once done here, I’m off to eBay to get them all listed and outta here! The spare bedroom closet is jammed packed with crafting things, half of which need to fly out the door also.  But another day for all that.  :)

And then there’s always the ironing pile………  Ha!  Happy Sunday everyone – and happy crafting.  Keep those ideas rolling.

Organizing and Upcoming Projects

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I’ve enjoyed having the extra hour this morning before clocking in.  It is still my long day at my real job, but getting a little bit organized this morning was FANTASTIC!  Take a look at the peg board room divider that was special built by a friend’s husband.  No more scrounging around drawers or dark closets for us!!  YEAH!

Supplies TOTALLY Organized

Yes, it looks like a store display, but having everything at my fingertips will save money in the long run by knowing exactly what we already have.  FANTASTIC!  Thanks, Marci and Vern – you two are terrific!

After organizing, up popped the two unlined original handbags.  Hmmm, better put these in the immediate to-do list.  Here is “Cherry Blossoms” and “Pretzel Logic”…..

Cherry Blossoms and Pretzel Logic - ready to line with fun fabrics

Want to accomplish one ‘old school’ iPad portfolio this week, so went through the fabrics that had coordinates and decided on the olive green and hot pink/rose cottons.  The black silicone skin is still packaged up on the left.

Olive and hot pink cottons ready for some 'old school' styling

And finally, the baby that I haven’t let you peek at yet, is ready to start showing off.  This design is very intense with texture – and I LOVE IT!  This will hopefully end up very VERY large and have a satchel or old time doctor bag type hinged closure.  We just received the incredibly strong 12″ tubular snap hinge purse closures from China yesterday and it should work perfectly.  After waiting a month for them to come in, they will be perfect!!!  Can we say Mary Poppins with a yarnie leafy kind of flair?  :)

Just a sneek peek for y'all - and it's turning into my fave

Thanks for checking in!  With internet working now, hopefully we can keep you updated on some of the things happening in the creative room.

And organization is a good thing – along with the right tools.  We’re covered!  Happy crafting and we’ll see you soon.

So Many Ideas, Never Enough Time

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While enjoying a 3-day weekend and spending a little time with grandkids, my surfing of favorite sites popped up these fantastic patterns and ideas……

 

Project Sheets from New Years Weekend 2011

 

….. a gorgeous knitted cardigan, a sewn coffee can organizer cover, fantastic crocheted vest, a crocheted sock monkey doll with a matching hat for the kiddos, teenie weenie knitted handbag keychains, and some great Easter hat ideas for little girls.  Thank you to Annie’s Attic, Red Heart, Caron Yarns and Clotilde.  You all rock my little world.

Remember a while back I was working on a lace edging for a baby blanket?  I wasn’t feeling the design I picked, so it got ripped out last weekend down to the nubs.  It’s been restarted and NOW it’s working up nicer, tighter, and absolutely perfect.

 

That's How I Roll Blanket Edging

 

This little guy will go up for sale when he’s finished.

Also been blessed with an order for two hats, a hat and scarf combo, and a special order request from my Etsy shop.  I won’t have any reason to be bored, will I.  :)

Happy Creating!

 

Cool Storage Purchase!

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Found some great zippered storage bags that were just the right size at Herrschners.  These are perfect to keep individual project items kept together and visible – unlike the store bags that I usually end up keeping my projects in.  :)

In the top bag is a Universal Deluxe Chunky yarn in Hawaiian oranges – SO FUN!  This will make such a fun bag – and the options for it’s lining???  I can’t wait to find the perfect light and airy look cotton.

Have a great and creative day, everyone!