Also in this vein of getting organized I think I have finally solved the problem of keeping track of my buttons that I paint. I have used baggies, envelopes, and various containers but all have been so inconvenient when an order comes in. I needed something I could find buttons quickly and have handy when I needed it.Since my inventory of hand painted buttons is so low at this time, I figured that now was the ideal time to come up with a solution.. hopefully the final solution and I think I have.
Years ago I bought this wall thingy with 100 pouches for earrings but I never really used it and even tried to give it away once on this blog. But now I'm so glad I kept it... I alphabetized the list of buttons I usually paint and made labels for the pockets.
Then I went to my magic barn and found this vintage rolling rack that I vaguely remember women used when they ironed. I have two and used to use them for display in booths at shows...of course I never get rid of anything and this project proves why.
I hung the pockets (shortened a bit) on one side and on the back side I hung a shoe holder in which I keep shipping supplies... labels, envelopes, tapes, etc. I can roll it next to the desk when I need it and out of the way when its not needed. I have been using it now for about a month and it is going to be the best solution.. There are a few little things to tweek but I'm happy with it.... plus I've been able to "upcyle" three things to make them useful again and that is always a plus in my book.Note: this is just for my hand painted buttons... All the CQ buttons are in bags, drawers, and jars...
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5 comments:
That's a brilliant solution for button storage - or at least for the very special ones. Wouldn't work for me tho', because I'm beyond ashamed to admit that I have fourteen (yes, 14!!!!) very large jars of buttons that are sitting on a shelf above my head as I type. I won't mention that there's another big box of them in the closet that are classed as being my 'pretties'. There's no hope for me....
Just a thought before you place your very lovely hand painted buttons in the individual plastic sections--is there the slightest possibility that contact between the buttons & the plastic would "lift" your design? Heat, cold, humidity etc. can cause plastic products to react in strange ways. Been there, done that so I wanted to share that caveat if your buttons are not already individually wrapped in acid free tissue. Best wishes with your inventory control plan!
Wow! Good for you! It feels good to get some things done we've been putting off forever! Washing the Tapestry material sounds like a good idea!
the chair is going to look good with the new/old covers, like the idea if ageing them. Your barn must nbe a wonderful place to visit, we never know what you are going to find next, would love a peep myself! a very good way to store your lovely painted buttons.
Your creative mind and magic barn are always a source of inspiration. I'm busy making project bags (got 5 done as of today and need about 10 more) to store my quilting scraps. Can't wait until the rack is done and I can hang them up :)
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