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Temp Storage

To see the range of shades I got in the lot of Balger thread I purchased, I removed all the labels (which are safely tucked inside the spools if they're ever needed for future reference) and sorted the colors. I'm really happy with the variety; I've got the whole rainbow and a few variegated spools as well.

I don't have a storage box for them yet, so I got out one of the hinge-topped candy tins I've saved from past holidays. I prefer wooden boxes for thread storage, as tin tends to rust over time from the damp here, but once they're washed these tins make nice temporary storage containers.

Now I can see all the spools at the same time, and keep them sorted, tidy and protected until I find the right wooden box.

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nightsmusic said…
Those colors are gorgeous! You should keep your silica packs from your vitamins and such when they're empty. You could toss a couple of those in the tins. That would help keep them dry.
November 4, 2021 at 6:19 AM
the author said…
What a great idea -- thanks, pal.
November 4, 2021 at 6:32 AM
nightsmusic said…
Welcome :) Just keep them out of reach of the puppers. Those packets can create havoc if they eat them. :(
November 4, 2021 at 6:50 AM
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