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Old 03-21-2017, 05:21 AM
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I went to Joann's and bought a lovely fabric covered box about 10 years ago. It has all the space for my regular sewing tools. Then I went to thrift stores and found 3 more for about $2-$3 each. I keep my hand sewing items in one box and my sewing machine items in another. I love them and they are very pretty. I take very good care of my items so I think they will last the rest of my life.
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Old 03-21-2017, 06:36 AM
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I use a plastic fishing tackle box when I go remote. Tool boxes are usually metal and heavy. I tell my students that the old fashioned fabric boxes are pretty, but less functional. A tackle/tool box opens all the way, the top sits flat so it is steady and the lower section is large enough for scissors. They are also (usually) a lot cheaper.
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Old 03-21-2017, 08:54 AM
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I bought a tool box, open at the top with a handle that works well. It has pockets inside and outside and a large area at the bottom. Good luck replacing what you have used so long!
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Old 03-22-2017, 08:12 AM
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I bought a plastic tool box at Home Depot for about $7.00. It's slightly smaller than the "Homer" tool box.

I looked on ebay but don't want to spend that much money on a plastic box from the 70's. Mine just disintegrated and I suspect others will as well.

I like to go to thrift store so will keep my eyes open while shopping. I don't travel with my sewing so I should by some type of cabinet and find room for it. I'm working on turning the spare room into my sewing room. Right now I do my sewing in the living room with my tools and stash in the spare room.

Thanks for all the suggestions.
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Old 03-23-2017, 03:58 AM
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I have different size tool boxes for my sewing needs. Got a clear tool box about 10 years ago and it has served me well. Paid about $7. Wish I would've gotten the other one. It is a great box to take to a guild to retreat. I have also found different items at estate sales. I have the Bionic Gear bag and a couple other bags I use as busy bags. I use one for my hand embroidery and another for hexies and yo yos. Each bag and box has scissors for that craft along with needle threaders and thimbles.
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Old 03-25-2017, 05:36 PM
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I've used a tool box and also a fishing tackle box. Depends on the size you need.
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Old 03-28-2017, 06:59 AM
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PatPitter, I too have what sounds like a very similar sewing box and it too is way over 40 yrs.old. but mine has been missing a cover for alot of those yrs. and I don't even remember when it disappeared. But I still use it for certain items. I now use a sewing basket, I found it at a GoodWill several years ago but I had to put new fabric lining it. And now it is my traveling Basket. My mother passed away this past Valentine Day, and I got her Sewing Basket to use at home for my quilting supplies while watching TV. Love them all.
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Old 03-28-2017, 09:40 AM
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I found a vintage train (cosmetic) case from a suitcase set. It has a removeable tray and plenty of room beneath for other supplies (fat quarters, a travel iron, some smaller rulers, etc.

PS. It is monogrammed but not with my initials.
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Old 03-28-2017, 10:35 AM
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My mom had one of those vintage cosmetic cases - we loved to use it when spending the night at a friend's house. When I was cleaning out the house after she passed I considered taking it with me but couldn't think of a use. Now I really wish I had it.
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Old 04-02-2017, 02:21 AM
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I use a Plano fishing tackle box and it is brilliant! I use the two layer one. The bottom layer is deeper than the top layer and you can adjust the size of the compartments to fit your needs. It works very well!
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