I keep the quilt tops in a Rubbermaid tub under my cutting table. I love making tops but really drag my feet on the quilting. sad, I know. the tops aren't keeping anybody warm from in that tub! I vowed to finish 6 by june. I have the batting and backs. just so scared of getting another fat "bird's nest" of thread again when I ATTEMPT to FMQ. I tied and stitch in the ditch the last few because of that problem and not knowing how to correct it. oh and they do sell 2.5 gal zip lock bags if you wanted to keep tops in until you get to finishing them