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    Old 02-23-2012, 03:49 AM
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    Originally Posted by AliKat
    I repurpose the square tissue boxes and have one on my sewing table for threads and snips.

    I repurpose Altoids container for old needles.

    When we have a sew-in we often use coffee filters for our threads and snips so it easier at cleanup time.

    Have also used NEW pizza boxes for sorting strips ... and some carefully washed take out containgers.

    Looking fwd to hearing more.

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    I use the new pizza boxes for storing my new quilt blocks (I make the blocks and then assemble)! Ediie
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    Old 02-23-2012, 03:51 AM
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    magnetic strips are great for holding pins
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    Old 02-23-2012, 04:09 AM
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    old wooden letter rack purchased from op shop for rulers
    office room divider/fabric covered free standing display stand from freecycle for design wall.
    spice jars for small buttons etc
    pretty tins for storing sewing notions
    free standing towel rack (ebay) to display quilts or to put strips on for current quilt project
    the plastic chocolate powder shaker container that comes with some flavoured coffees for broken needles
    coffee cup 'tree' for cutters, scissors
    plastic lazy susan and old cutting board cut (and glued on) to fit - a great for triming blocks
    painter's tape
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    Old 02-23-2012, 04:20 AM
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    Originally Posted by Quiltaddict
    Chocolate!! Fill that empty coffee can with chocolate and keep it close to your sewing machine. Quick cure for any frustrating moments (and you know there will be some).
    The best tip yet!
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    Old 02-23-2012, 04:46 AM
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    Most recently I used the plastic zipper bag I got sheets in for Christmas to hold my pineapple quilt squares. They fit perfectly. I figure when it's full, I should have just about enough.
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    Old 02-23-2012, 04:50 AM
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    If/when you don't have a use for containers, cans, etc. donate to Teacher's Depot in your area, if you have one, or to a pre-school. They us all kinds of things for crafting with students. Toilet tissue & paper towel rolls is another popular item for these organizations.
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    Old 02-23-2012, 04:50 AM
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    I use the ziploc bags when I cut out quilts. I label my pieces and put them in the small bags and put the entire project in either a large ziploc bag or a pizza box. Needless to say I have several projects waiting for me to start!!
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    Old 02-23-2012, 04:56 AM
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    I use the skirt hangers to hang my small quilts on that are ready to be quilted!
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    Old 02-23-2012, 04:58 AM
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    I find that the Crystal Light drink mix envelopes (the ones that make 2 qts) are also great for crochet hooks. Just peel off the label.
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    Old 02-23-2012, 04:59 AM
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    Oops! not the envelopes but the plastic containers they come in.
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