Finally! I’m making my way through the disorganized mounds of sewing and craft supplies that have been littering our bedroom floor since we had to move everything out for the floor redo. I’ve never had a great system for storing my fabric, but now that I am sewing on a regular basis, I need a workable system more than ever! There is quite a bit of work left to be done, but I was so excited about my weekend fabric accomplishment that I thought I’d share! It’s looking so pretty!
I first saw these Fabric Organizers on Lindsay’s blog, The Cottage Home. As soon as I saw this post of Lindsay’s studio, the fabric organizers went on my list, but I wasn’t able to purchase them until last week! They are made from a lightweight material with little tabs to secure your fabric to the organizer. It wraps up into neat little bolts which fit perfectly on my old desk.
I grouped the fabrics by color as I went along, moving them around until I found the color progression visually appealing. Once I lined them up on my desk, I made a couple breaks in the row with large jars that I have filled with ribbon. I may not keep the large ribbon jars, but I do like the groupings. It makes me so happy to have all my pretty fabric out where I can stare at it! Kind of like my very own fabric shop.
Comments & Reviews
Joyce says
I know this is an old post but I wanted to say I use comic book inserts. I have gotten 6 yds on there and it holds up just fine in between other mini bolts. I prefer the comic book inserts because they are acid free so no discoloring of my fabrics. I have so much fabric sometimes it’s sits quite awhile till I actually get to “That” idea that the fabric was purchased for. Anyway the comic book inserts are in a package of 100 for about $12. Can’t beat that price. I have a demo on my blog how I fold my fabrics and wrap them. Joyce
http://littlecraftcottage.blogspot.com/2012/01/organizing-fabric.html
Court says
I love this idea! One thing I did want to warn you about is sun or dust damage. Be sure this display isn’t near any bright sunny windows or you will have some horrible sunstreaks on your beautiful fabrics. I’ve seen this happen at many little quilt shops with windows 🙁 But otherwise this is a great idea!
Donna Lee says
have u seen the latest size , mini large and they are great. DeNeice is a great gal , and these are the perfect way to clean up any sewing closet , some say they rather use card board well go ahead and ruin your fabric I know Ive paid way to much for all of my fabric and I want it to last for years to come
Anonymous says
I Love how organized and beautiful your fabric is.
Anonymous says
Great idea! I have lots of fabric in assorted boxes and can never find what I’m looking for. Thanks for sharing!!
mollymom says
It doesn’t look like much fabric is on those boards. Is this just for. Small crafts? What if you have 4,6 or 8 yards of something? Can you still use these small boards?
Anonymous says
How much fabric will the organizer hold? I have loads of fabric to almost open a fabric store. I loved your idea to display it at your finger tips. I need to do something with mine since it’s stored in drawers, in boxes, etc. Thanks for the idea. Linda at mamalinsclothesline.
This Way and That says
I’ve got to make time to do this…………love it………
Darlene says
I too make my own mini bolts.
http://barnes-girl.blogspot.com/2011/10/mini-bolts.html
Lately I am using the cardboard bottoms of those great flat boxes that we get at Costco… usually what we use to pack our purchases into the car. That cardboard is wonderful. I cut mine 8″ x 11″ and they fit nicely on bookshelves! cheers from CANADA.
Anonymous says
I loved the idea of mini bolts of fabric, but I didn’t like the like the price of the organizers. 6 for $11 plus s/h. I bought a bi-fold display board with my 50% off coupon from Joann fab. I cut 16-12″x 9″ organizers, with an exato knife cut tabs to hold down the first layer of fabric. 16 homemade organizers for $8.
Tonya says
Did you buy these direct from thefarbicorganizer or somewhere else?
Pam says
I too have these fabric organizers and love them. When walk into my sewing room and see all the lovely fabrics it lifts my spirits and inspires me to create.
Brigitte says
It’s so pretty. I wouldn’t want to ruin the display by using the fabric. haha
DeNiece says
Hey there everyone, so glad you love the organizers… DeNiece (I am the person who came up them! My own little personal panic attack!) http://www.TheFabricOrganizer.com
Sew Spoiled says
This looks beautiful! May I feature you in my October Organization month theme? Please let me know at leah.sewspoiled@gmail.com.