I use baskets galore with my sewing. One holds yo-yo's, another wool applique, another hexie, another Quilt pieces cut and ready to sew. The list goes on and on. I shop re-sale shops and antique shops and buy any basket I can get, they have to look kinda old . In the living room I have crocks that hold my wool applique quilt I am working on. Our home is a log home and very prim so plastic containers are a big no-no here. I can pick up a basket at anytime and out the door for a road project or just to go sit in the swing on the porch. Nothing like sitting on the porch and watch the sun come up with a hot cup of tea and your hand sewing. Love it