Not in the quilt room, but still a handy idea for using the red coffee containers with handles. I put small in one and kept the lid on it. I put this one in the bathroom of our 5er. It's great for putting used feminine products. Any garbage can in the 5er would be visible by everyone. This way I can put the can in the cupboard -- outta sight!
I use 1 in the kitchen in our home and 1 in the 5er. Great for scraps and coffee grounds! The lid keeps the cats from getting into trouble.
I had DH cut a scrap of wood for me. He cut it about 10"x30". I covered it with batting and fabric....duct taped the back. I laid it on the sewing table to the right of the machine. I don't have to get up to go to the ironing board for small projects and it's great for hauling to sewing guild!