Keeping track of projects
#1
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I saw a string asking how many projects you have going at once, so now that I've determined I'm not alone, I have a question for you. How do you organize those projects? I mean, how do you keep them from getting mixed up or figuring out where you are?
O.K., so maybe a few questions.... :oops:
O.K., so maybe a few questions.... :oops:
#2
I have four very distinct projects right now. One is a lap quilt that I am handquilting, one has the blocks all assembled and I am starting to assemble the top, one is a block exchange and the other I just picked up the fabric for and it is very different from any other fabric I have around. I guess they are all in different spots in the house so that helps too!
#5
WalMart has big square white boxes in the craft dept. that are great for keeping quilt projects together. It is big enough to hold everything for one quilt. It has a place for a reusualbe label on front and they stack great. When I start a project I put everything in one of the boxes and that way I don't have to search for the supplies to finish when I get back to it. I always put a note in the box where I stopped on the project and the next step. That has saved me tons of time when I get back to it.
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i go to my local pizza place and ask them to give me some new pizza boxes.
i get the largest pizza box they have and i can stack them very nicely in my room.
i tape the computer image of the quilt design on the top of the box along with an index card that details where i left off. each project gets it own box.
when i receive a work order i set the box up even if all i have in there is the fabric i need to make the quilt. this way i never use "spoken for" fabric in another project by mistake.
i get the largest pizza box they have and i can stack them very nicely in my room.
i tape the computer image of the quilt design on the top of the box along with an index card that details where i left off. each project gets it own box.
when i receive a work order i set the box up even if all i have in there is the fabric i need to make the quilt. this way i never use "spoken for" fabric in another project by mistake.
#9
Originally Posted by MelissaK
Ziploc Baggies! and drawers
Scmetimes I get bogged down for a bit and need a change. But I have everything together. Keep those instructions handy!!
Oh, one more thing. When I gather fabric from my stash that will perfect for a someday plan, I put the intended pattern/photo with it so I don't forget. That keeps my cluttered little brain on track.
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