I have sorted by color. My stash is stored in drawers in different pieces of furniture in different rooms. I had some in my sewing room, but the sun is so bright that it began to fade in odd ways. I like it sorted by colors so if I need a particular color I just go to the green drawer or blue drawer. I am thinking of moving in about two years so my dd says that I can't buy too much more. It costs alot to move it, weight and all. I think you can tell there is no right way. Good luck. Di