To protect my stash from sunlight I put up UV sunscreen over my window - works well to keep excess light off my fabric. I have metal shelves w/plastic coating on metal and folded my fabric by wrapping each piece around a 6x24 ruler. The solids on one shelf and prints on another. Then all pcs less than 1 yd are folded in a bin on 3rd shelf. Now I can see everything at a glance. It helps me be more creative to see what I've got. Threads are in rolling drawer unit. Notions in 2 carriers - one for quilting & one for m. embroidery. I spent last month organizing, refolding, going thru all fabric. This takes time and is worth the effort. I congratulate you on getting organized, it will help you as you sew. Duplicates are going to rummage sale in April Yeah! Dollars in and excess out. Hope you can use these tips. I got the ideas from this board. Everyone helps and I sure appreciate it.