Hi friends!
I don’t know about you, but I am always looking for new quilt and sewing pattern storage ideas.
Pattern storage is an issue for many – but especially for pattern designers! We need to have a spot to store the patterns we sell.
Plus, I need to have a spot to store the patterns I buy.
Yes, I do buy patterns! Quilt patterns, sewing patterns…. more than I will probably ever make. To me, they are like coffee table books, inspiring to look through and dream! Though occasionally I get around to making something other than my own designs.
Some people store their patterns in sheet protectors and place them in notebooks. I do this primarily for my PDF patterns and many of my knitting patterns. But it works for the smaller patterns too!
Practical Quilt and Sewing Pattern Storage Ideas:
Bins are a popular way to store patterns – either plastic or cardboard bins. I used to have some cardboard bins that were perfect for sewing patterns. But they got damp and fell apart.
Another way is to store them in hanging files in a file cabinet.
Below is newest plastic bin I found! It is meant for storing greeting cards and it is the perfect size for storing quilt and sewing patterns!
I love that the bin comes with 6 adjustable dividers; it helps to keep the patterns organized and upright. In my other bins, the patterns flop down if the bin isn’t full.
I’m thinking I may have to organize them alphabetically. And get a few more of these bins. I would be so organized then!
What about you? How do you store your quilt patterns? Let us know in the comments!
happy quilting!
Kate
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I have been hunting for DAYS for a good storage solution for my sewing patterns. Sounds like you found one- but WHERE do I get it? Thanks, Mary
What kind of bin is this?
It’s a Greeting Card Storage bin. You can find them in some stores or on Amazon!
Hi! Where did the plastic containers with dividers come from? I know someone who would love them for her pattern storage!
Hi Lena-
thanks for asking about the containers. You can find them in stationary stores or on amazon – search for Greeting Card Plastic Bin organizer. Or use this link to go to one on Amazon.
Who makes the greeting card bin? This would work perfectly for me.
Susan,
I should have mentioned that! It is called the Card Keeper from Iris. I found it at the Container Store when it was on sale. it may also but at the hobby shops.
I do love it!