I've only been quilting a couple of years, but I save mostly free pattern off the internet in my computer. When I start working on the pattern, I print the instructions & save those in a 3-ring binder with a zipper. I have a few books, most given to me, one I bought at a flea market. Unfortunately, no place to organize those, but I keep them nearby. I dream of some day having a wonderful sewing room to get organized in.