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    Old 07-13-2011, 08:21 AM
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    These are all great ideas that I would not have ever thought of! Thanks everyone!

    Keep 'em coming.
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    Old 07-13-2011, 08:56 AM
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    I put my CT size spools in 3X4 ziploc bags, then into plasic bins by general color (hots, cools, neutrals). Not the most organized, but I can put the bobbin in the bag with the thread if I have one, the bags keep the thread clean, and NO TANGLES!!!!
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    Old 07-13-2011, 09:02 AM
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    I found some closet fruniture (I think Closet-Maid is the brand)that Loews was discontinuing and bought the drawer-types for my sewing room. I like them because they are only 11 1/2 inches deep and line up aginst one wall of my sewing room. They keep my thread out of the sun and dust free.

    I also bought a rack with plastic drawers at Sam's Club for my embroidery thread and it is OK, but the drawers tend to slip off the track if I'm not careful.
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    Old 07-13-2011, 09:17 AM
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    I have a 6 drawer plastic bin on wheels, purchased at joanns. No more dusty thread.
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    Old 07-13-2011, 10:21 AM
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    i use the Hot Wheels cases but I havent seen them around in a long time. Maybe they are a Christmas item. I have so much thread that I also have one of those table top drawers. Mine has 3 drawers
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    Old 07-13-2011, 01:03 PM
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    Does anyone have one of these? Looks to be a great solution.... keeps threads organized, enclosed, and a space saver.

    $19.99 @ Joann's


    Sulky Slimline Universal Slimline Storage Box

    Weighs only 4 lb when filled. Easily remove a spool with the exclusive lifting tab; spools won't fall out. All spools are clearly visible and easily accessible. Free standing when partially opened. Organizes up to 64 large and small Sulky snap-end spools plus the small and next larger size of most major brands.


    Sulky Slimline Universal Storage Box
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    Old 07-13-2011, 01:46 PM
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    Originally Posted by BluegrassGurl
    Does anyone have one of these? Looks to be a great solution.... keeps threads organized, enclosed, and a space saver.

    $19.99 @ Joann's


    Sulky Slimline Universal Slimline Storage Box

    Weighs only 4 lb when filled. Easily remove a spool with the exclusive lifting tab; spools won't fall out. All spools are clearly visible and easily accessible. Free standing when partially opened. Organizes up to 64 large and small Sulky snap-end spools plus the small and next larger size of most major brands.
    I'll have to look into that. Carry it where you want to go. Thanks BrendaK
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    Old 07-13-2011, 02:23 PM
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    Originally Posted by b.zang
    My thread is in clear plastic boxes made for fishing tackle. Tall enough for the thead to stand up, and moveable sections.
    Same here!!! They work very well and stack so nice.
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    Old 07-13-2011, 02:27 PM
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    Originally Posted by rivka
    I just stick mine in plastic tupperware...which maybe isn't the most organized way to do it!
    I keep mine in the Plastic shoe box jumble! Is that a baby badger or wolverine in your Avater? Wonderful either one! What's the story behind it?
    peace :D
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    Old 07-13-2011, 02:29 PM
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    There are a lot of clear thread cases available. I like the plastic drawers that stack sold at Walmart.
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