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Post by scrapin4five on Aug 11, 2010 8:43:30 GMT -5
How are you storing your QK 12" border dies? I need ideas!!  |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2010 9:15:01 GMT -5
I have an extra-long, not-too-wide plastic box that I found at Jo-Ann's. I use it for the "fat" borders that don't fit into the EZ Storage sheets, and since there aren't a lot of those, I haven't even tried to keep them in any particular order in the plastic box. I've always hoped that QK would re-design the border storage sheets (4 skinny slots, 3 medium, 2 wide), so I could keep them all in one place! (I've certainly made the request enough times that they could hardly overlook the idea!  ) I have friends who have found a plastic box in the fishing section of Wal-Mart that works well, too. |
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Post by Susan on Aug 11, 2010 10:20:05 GMT -5
How are you storing your QK 12" border dies? I need ideas!! I use the Staples pencil boxes that are 13" long - they were $1.00 2 weeks ago! I have one box for "themed borders" - like carolers, thanksgiving word, easter eggs, etc. I have one box for "non themed images" - like flowers, flowers and flowers and one box for "designs/patterns" - like flourishes, scallops, swirls, etc. They were great, lock up fairly tight and are super easy to grab and transport!  |
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Post by seester on Aug 11, 2010 11:20:07 GMT -5
I have an extra-long, not-too-wide plastic box that I found at Jo-Ann's. I use it for the "fat" borders that don't fit into the EZ Storage sheets, and since there aren't a lot of those, I haven't even tried to keep them in any particular order in the plastic box. I've always hoped that QK would re-design the border storage sheets (4 skinny slots, 3 medium, 2 wide), so I could keep them all in one place! (I've certainly made the request enough times that they could hardly overlook the idea! ) I have friends who have found a plastic box in the fishing section of Wal-Mart that works well, too. Don't give up yet. I'm hoping the new company will be able to act on some of our suggestions so send it in again |
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Post by msumom (Diane) on Aug 11, 2010 11:36:54 GMT -5
I would post the pictures of my border storage - If someone could please tell me how I would go about doing that I will post the pictures
-Diane
hdwe@aol.com
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Post by Dania on Aug 11, 2010 12:23:22 GMT -5
Speaking of storage - I'm wondering how I'm going to store the new gift set.
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Post by msumom (Diane) on Aug 11, 2010 12:49:00 GMT -5
I read old postings and was able to figure out how to post the pics I use the "Cropper Hopper Photo Case - 864" the dimensions are 13w x 7.5deep x 5h I cut down legal file folders - used my label maker for the names - printed a picture of the die on a sticky address label I have the borders and the Santas workshop mini albums stored this way Sorry a couple of the pics are so large - they are all saved as the same size on photobucket - can't figure it out -Diane    |
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Post by scrapin4five on Aug 11, 2010 13:06:24 GMT -5
OMG!!! I love love love that idea!!! Do you have any other storage ideas to share??? With the kids heading off to school soon I am hoping to organize so I can start back scrapping and crafting. Thank you so very much!! |
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Post by Karen W on Aug 11, 2010 13:53:07 GMT -5
Diane - get idea for storage on the border dies. I'm sure many of the Divas will be looking at this solution closely
Karen
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Post by susie on Aug 11, 2010 16:18:57 GMT -5
You are a genius, Diane. Thanks for the pictures and description. I ordered a box on Amazon and can't wait to get them out of my desk drawer! I need the space for embossing powders!!! smiles, susie I read old postings and was able to figure out how to post the pics I use the "Cropper Hopper Photo Case - 864" the dimensions are 13w x 7.5deep x 5h I cut down legal file folders - used my label maker for the names - printed a picture of the die on a sticky address label I have the borders and the Santas workshop mini albums stored this way Sorry a couple of the pics are so large - they are all saved as the same size on photobucket - can't figure it out -Diane |
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Post by Dania on Aug 11, 2010 17:04:44 GMT -5
Diane you are just way too organized. What an awesome job and thank you for sharing. I need to get started since my room is out of control. I have things shoved in every cubby I can find.  I was just at JoAnns and came home with something but now I wish I would have waited to see your pictures. |
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Post by househund on Aug 11, 2010 17:30:18 GMT -5
Wow.. that is so organised...
I made a Tall foursided holder.. with my bind it all.. tied the sides up with ribbon.. it sits on my desk.. but I don't have that many boarders
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Post by Diane in NH on Aug 11, 2010 18:29:45 GMT -5
I did what Susan did (13-inch writing utensil case from Staples) but I have only one of them. I throw the border dies/embossing borders all in there. Very easy to handle. I have a basket I bought from Michael's in which I've placed that, then pencil holders with my CCs, and the various plates from the revolution and Epic so I can just pick up and go.
Dania, once I cleared my magnetic storage thingys from QK of all my CCs my gift set fit nicely. Had to use three or four of them but they were empty so why not?
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Post by Cat on Aug 11, 2010 19:19:47 GMT -5
Border dies Like Diane I used legal sized file folders. I cut mine down and folded the ends in and used double stick tape to close them. I first used a photo box to store the folders in. Then I found one of those girlie tool boxes at Wally World. They are translucent white plastic tough stuff, but they had teal, pink, purple lids with handles. (cute choices) Inside was a tray with a handle. I removed the tray and my border die folders fit perfect. I have plenty of room for what I have and maybe a few more. (Like the music staff border die I got in the mail today.  ) Mine still don't have the picture of the die; some don't even have the name on them yet. (Maybe I need Diane to come to my house  ) I still use the extra long (13 in.) pencil box to carry the ones I plan on using at club.  cat |
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Post by Basketlady on Aug 11, 2010 20:14:30 GMT -5
Diane, Great job! It looks great! And good job with the photos--they all look the right size now. Last week, my photos were messed up, too. Not sure I really like photobucket. I think we have a lot of really organized women on the MB! Wow--and I thought I was over organized. I'm so impressed. (And jealous!) Here is how I store my border dies. I just cut open the plastic that the dies come in and trim off the end plastic that has the hanging tab on it. Then I pop them into this box. It works for now, but I may just copy your idea. I love it! Michelle  |
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Post by scrapkatze on Aug 12, 2010 6:09:58 GMT -5
Mine are not so neatly organised, now you got ne thinking about creating envelopes for them... Maybe if I can find a nice box to hold them. So far I keep my borders in a gift box for wine bottles, which I covered with a nice floral paper. I found it in a shop that sells beautiful Italian gift wrapping papers. Great for altered projects cause they are much larger than 12 x 12.   |
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Post by Basketlady on Aug 12, 2010 9:20:39 GMT -5
That box is simply beautiful! Don't apologize for it--it's gorgeous! And I love that paper! DD had a dress with a similar print. I loved it so much, I ordered it in a bigger size for later and a newborn size for her doll.
Love it!
Michelle
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Post by Karen W on Aug 12, 2010 13:00:24 GMT -5
Your border box with the sliding top is beautiful. I'm sure when you out grow it, you will find another use for it!
Karen
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Post by Cat on Aug 12, 2010 22:49:15 GMT -5
Oh! I LOVE the wine box. What a great idea! I love the red poppy paper you covered it with. If you get too many border dies for one; you could always get another. They would look great setting on a shelf or anywhere. I've never seen wine boxes like this one. Only seen the tall round ones made from cardboard. I think I may have to look around and find some of these boxes to use for storage. Great job! cat |
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Post by Diane in NH on Aug 13, 2010 18:33:46 GMT -5
That's a gorgeous box, Barbara. Sure beats my 13-inch writing utensil older. I might have to visit the liquor store . . . well, at least add another thing to my list . . .  |
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Post by househund on Aug 17, 2010 9:06:36 GMT -5
I love that box.. what a great idea...
KEEP The Box..
or i'll send you my address ;D
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Post by chili on Aug 17, 2010 13:38:13 GMT -5
i keep mine in a stainless basket from the cutlery section and i keep the cardboard pic with the die so that they don't tangle etc and i have those cubes from micheals with the different sizes and it fits purrrfectly in there and i just slide it in and out i am not computor literate so taking a pic and loading it...... maybe my son can do it for me tomorrow |
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Post by Basketlady on Apr 11, 2011 11:48:45 GMT -5
bbt for a review of the great ideas!
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