Old 09-14-2011, 05:10 PM
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QuiltE
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* standing deskt top file folder organizer to hold rulers, and smaller bins at front for rotary cutters, scissors etc.

* desk top lazy susan with bins in it normally for pens etc -- holds all the miscellany I use at the sewing machine: scissors, small rulers, stitch rippers, trimming scissors, tape measure, extra bobbins, pins, pens, markers, chalk sticks, etc.

* brass fireplace newspaper holder -- holds files and patterns

* decorator/cutesy metal cans/pails on top of my cutting table and at sewing machine, one for crumbs and one for loose threads, fabric smaller than crumbs and any other garbage!

* decorated 6 quart basket holds ironing board needs -- spray starch, sizing, water squirter, tea towel for press cloth, etc.

* snap type hair clips to hold binding or hems for hand sewing

* zip lock bags for storing blocks pre-cut and waiting to sew; and larger projects; extra large ones to "kit" projects

* chewing gum cannisters for storing odds and ends ... whatever fits! :)

* preserving jars for storage -- plus can be pretty, being that they are see thru

* comfy couch!!! -- definite MUST when hand stitching/binding!! :lol:

* and oh, can't forget the TV!! :)
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