I continue to scan my quilting patterns. One file on my computer is just for the labeled pictures of the quilts. Another file is complete with pictures and directions, each is carefully labeled. I can use the pictures only for a slide show to see what I might want to do next. I can backup on a flash drive all of this.
Hint: It isn't often I actually use those patterns. More often a new pattern catches my eye. But it is fun.
Many friends have stored patterns in the plastic sleeves in a binder but don't really know what they have or even look at what they saved.
Less paper storage. Especially as I expect to have to downsize in the future and want to be prepared.