hi everyone, my issue is disorganised patterns. i have tried various storage methods but nothing seems to solve the problem of piles of envelopes on my floor with patterns in . i want to be able to find a pattern easily and have a method of selecting favourite makes to try again but i will admit its a mess atm 🤭
Allison B
· 7 months ago
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Pattern storage ideas
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SewHayleyJane
· 7 months ago
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I'm afraid my storage isn't much more organised. I keep all my patterns in a pull out box that fits in my Ikea Kallax unit
Allison B
· 7 months ago
Plus Member
even thats better than mine 😉
SharonKelly
· 7 months ago
I use the Nordli drawers from IKEA for patterns and it works really well. Pdf patterns that I printed, I store in paper folders (pink is tops and yellow is dresses) makes it a bit easier to find a pattern ☺️
Allison B
· 7 months ago
Plus Member
thats amazing i am jealous 😍
SharonKelly
· 7 months ago
It's taken me a while to find something that works. I do still have a 'want to make' pile on my desk but I know if I put them away they might not get made 😀
Annie
· 7 months ago
I store my patterns in folders, filed in numerical order. This refers to a lever arch file where I can flick through while having a cuppa and pondering my next make. Behind the pattern in the file is a notes page on each make.
Allison B
· 7 months ago
Plus Member
now i like that idea not to much expence and easy to put into action thank you
SewHayleyJane
· 7 months ago
Admin
This is a thing of beauty, I need to be more Annie!
Allison B
· 7 months ago
Plus Member
me too
Nikki
· 5 months ago
Community Member
Love this ❤️
Tamlyn
· 5 months ago
Moderator
Fabulous system!
Allison B
· 5 months ago
Plus Member
That looks amazing
AStitch
· 7 months ago
I have mine ( mostly pdfs) in plastic poppers envelopes, on an ikea tall narrow shelf unit that fits in the corner. Roughly in alphabetical order.
I use trello to browse the patterns, so I don't have to keep pulling them out.
Allison B
· 7 months ago
Plus Member
what is trello ? 😊
AStitch
· 7 months ago
It's an app. You set up a board with 'cards'. You enter any info you want on the cards, including photos. Tags to search by and any links , comments, project planning etc
I have photos, line drawings, tags (ie jersey or woven fabric) and a link to any tutorials, and a link to my Google drive where the pattern is stored.
AStitch
· 7 months ago
There are videos on YouTube , just search for how to use trello for dressmaking patterns.
It's a bit of a job to list the ones you already have, but as I buy a new one I add it straight away.
Keepsakefiber
· 6 months ago
I have several places I keep my patterns. Paper patterns in envelops are stored in a file cabinet. The paper printouts of pdf patterns are stored hanging up on a rod in the closet. PDF patterns are on my computer. I use Threadloop to track my pattern and fabric stashes. I really like that app.
Nikki
· 5 months ago
Community Member
I use A4 plastic wallets for my. PDFs. I recently bought a small thermal printer and have put labels on each wallet with a small line drawing of the garment.
SewHayleyJane
· 5 months ago
Admin
Love that idea, very organised!
Nikki
· 5 months ago
Community Member
Thank you. Funny - I'm on my way home to cut out the Bonnie top - from the photos - out of my check fabric. Husband wants me to do jobs - but I've said absolutely not - "I'm sewing" 😀
Tamlyn
· 5 months ago
Moderator
Ooh that will be gorgeous!
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