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How do you store your really long lengths of fabric?

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Old 10-12-2015, 08:07 PM
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Ruler folded on a 6x24 ruler (only one fold to keep down bulk) then I store them flat on a shelf.
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Old 10-12-2015, 11:10 PM
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i have use the store cardboard bolts. but i have also bought 3/4" pvc pipe cut to my desired legenth. use painters tape to start the roll then finish with 2 or 3 rubber bands to hold secure. stand the poles in a corner or in a barrel. the pvc pipe is 8' long you can iron out your center crease and roll the full width of fabric.
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Old 10-14-2015, 05:38 AM
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I no longer buy anything longer than 7 yards. All the long lengths are washed and folded into one specific Rubbermaid tub. When it is full, as it is now, I avoid all the sales! That tub holds enough backing for 7 oversized quilts.

When I was younger, I had a closet to store such in the dark and kept them on the bolts.
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Old 10-19-2015, 09:24 AM
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I gete empty bolts from the local fabric stores. Works well when you want to keep those fabrics you use alot so order large quanities of them. Plus I have apparel fabrics too and I normally purchase 5 to 10 yds each as I have no idea what I'll use them for but want to be sure I have plenty when the time comes.
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Old 10-27-2015, 07:38 AM
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I just wad the fabric up and shove it in a bag.
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Old 11-07-2015, 05:51 PM
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Snooze, I am with you. I quilt and make clothing- i buy at least 5 yards of any fabric most of the time. A kindred spirit!
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Old 11-12-2015, 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Sandygirl View Post
I leave them at the quilt store until i need to pick them up!
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Lol definitely a valid option
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I use pvc pipe
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Old 01-19-2016, 09:50 PM
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Originally Posted by QuiltnLady1 View Post
Ruler folded on a 6x24 ruler (only one fold to keep down bulk) then I store them flat on a shelf.
This is what I do with the very long lengths of fabric.
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Originally Posted by bearisgray View Post
Probably one of the smartest solutions!
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