Originally Posted by
Maggie_Sue
When I used totes to store fabrics I folded it so it was the with if the tote (short side). I laid the tote on the short side and then layered my fabrics folded edge to the top. Took a photo from the top and printed it and put it on the side of the tote. That way I knew exactly where each fabric was hiding. I have since moved and now have a closet dedicated to fabrics. But before I had the closet I felt I was able to find what I was looking for.
This is a great idea! My fabric is stored on shelves and in containers. It isn't all consolidated at this point....not enough time....but I can see most of it....on a shelving unit (with a sheet covering it) and in clear totes. I'm to a point where if I bring anything home, I try to take something out. Therefore I don't I usually wash when bringing it in, but that depends. I found some vintage 1930's & 40's fabric and did wash & iron before storing. I do keep the Christmas, novelty, kids, vintage and solids separate, and then loosely by color.