I love to sew, but one thing I don't like is trying to get the pattern pieces back into those little envelopes that have the pattern in it originally. I knew I had to do something. I went to an office supply store and bought some cheap file folders. I sew them along the sides then cut the pattern envelope to the size of the file folder and tape or glue it on the outside. It is so much easier to fold the pattern pieces to fit the file folder. I bought a file cabinet at an auction for $1.00 and I was set. No more frustration.
By Carole from Klamath, CA
(Archived Jul 26, 2010)Organizing Craft Patterns
Tip: Organizing Craft Patterns
I download most of my patterns off the internet and put them into organized folders. I also have several large binders with lots of page protectors which have also been organized in the same way as my online folders.
As I collect the free patterns from stores or wherever or any patterns from books that I like, I scan them into the computer. As I need a pattern, I print it out.
After printing it, I rename the online file to notate that it has been printed. When I'm finished with it I put it into a page protector in a binder. This way if I want to make the item again, I don't have to reprint it.
By Cricketnc from Parkton, NC
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RE: Organizing Craft Patterns
Good Idea, I shall do this. (02/01/2010)
By va3pur
RE: Organizing Craft Patterns
I have been doing the same thing for years and now have three 3 ring binders, one is just for knitting patterns! (02/04/2010)
By Jeannie B
(Archived Jan 27, 2010)Organizing Craft Patterns
Tip: Organizing Craft Patterns
Tips for organizing your craft patterns from our ThriftyFun community. Post your own ideas.
Patterns In Sheet Protectors
Categorize and keep clean your craft patterns by inserting them into plastic page protectors, then into labeled binders.
By Bev B
File Folders
I drop mine into labeled file folders in a cabinet. Recently I started scanning them and organizing them on my computer so I can send them to friends, etc. who need ideas.
By bunnyboo
Color Coordinate And Sort Into Categories
I keep all of my patterns sorted by the type of craft it is. I sew, cross stitch, crochet, beading and many more so I have a different color file for each craft. My patterns are also sorted by the season, holiday, size and finally sex. All of this might seem like a lot but when I'm looking for a pattern, this makes it much easier to find it.
By Carol
Tote Bag For Project
I use a tote bag to carry my project and my yarn in. For my craft patterns, I have a binder with sheet protectors that I use, too.
By Debra
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07/27/2010
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