artty1

I just thought I would throw in a few ideas of alternative ways to store things and keep them neat. For rolled up items I took different diameters of PVC pipe and cut them slightly longer than I needed (about 40") and with one end cut at a 45degree angle, then i laid them together and glued until I had 4 units which i then stacked on top of each other. Could also use pvc to organize rolls vertically. To hang items rather than use hangers i took 2" diam. wooden dowels that i had sanded really smooth and sealed w/ a clear spray paint and made a kind of giant quilt hanger of sorts with the rods 3 deep and cascading down so i could see what was in the back and get to it as well. For laying items flat I have a metal 5 drawer flat file however they are pretty $$ and i just happened to come across one for a steal on ebay. You could also check around at graphic design/drafting supply stores for shelves made to store large flat items, they are usually stackable and not nearly as $$ as the metal file cabinets. I am a fan of mid century modern design and found a great classic storage piece designed by Joe Colombo called the bobby trolley and that is where i keep all of my smaller items, it takes up very little space has 3 drawers that swivel out than pull out and a couple of shelf spaces on the outside to stack things, also has a 2.5" or so deep lip on top to hold items safely from falling on the floor while working. I love that it is on casters too so I can move it just where I want to keep things handy. eric