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Yarns and other embellishment fibers are making their way into many a quilter's toolbox.  But, unlike fabrics, which usually lay nice and flat, these squishy bundles of yummy color and texture can pose problems when it comes to storage.

Vickie Howell is an author, spokesperson, TV host, and DIY Lifestyle expert with a focus on the Needle Arts. She’s also a super fly lady with a good grip on staying organized. So when I asked her to share her tips for storing yarn she offered the following:

“Whether you go with plastic tubs, baskets, or a bookshelf with cubbies I recommend keeping your yarn stash organized by color palette. Not only is easier on the eye if you keep your supplies out in the open, but it also helps preparation for upcoming projects. The less hunting and gathering work you have to do when inspiration hits, the quicker you’ll be doing that thing you love: knitting, crocheting or crafting!”

Whether your stash is large or small, the idea is to think creatively when storing yarn in a small space. Don’t just consider out-of-sight spots. Think of ways to make the yarn storage part of your home décor.

Clean and Clutter Free Options:

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1. In a closet or cool storage unit.  Bloglovin'

2. Over the door shoe organizer.  Savvyhousekeeping

3. Hanging six-shelf yarn organizer with pockets for patterns. Patternworks

4. Up-cycle clear curtain and sheet packages. Because they are squared off at the corners, they stack nicely.  The zippers keep the dust out. Knitnoodler

5. Up-cycle large zippered duvet bags hold assorted bundles of yarn. JudyCooper

6. Wire baskets on shelving. Annie-Eats

7. Chest of drawer system. Mamasmercatile

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 1. Magazine files on shelving. Ohyoucraftygal

 2. Assorted shelving combined to hold a variety of yarn and WIPs in one place. Stitchandunwind

 3. Plastic garbage bins from the dollar store. Pinterest

 4. Bookcase. Makingahome

 5. Ikea Roskog rolling cart. Hearthandmade

 6. Apothecary  jars filled by color. Woolfreeandlovingit

 7. Fill clear decorative glass jars with smaller jarn balls. Savvyhousekeeping

 8. French drain piping cut to the depth of a bookcase. Craftaholicsanonymous

 9. A beautiful antique or new piece of furniture finds a new purpose. Craftstorageideas

Not sure how to incorporate yarn and other embellishment fibers into your quilt work?

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Doesn't this whimsical quilt from Mark Lipinski remind you of sweet peppermint candy?

Watch Mark in Show 1813: Quilts of Valor and Intent.

PeppermintSwirlbyMarkLipinski - 36 Pieces Non-Rotating

PeppermintSwirlbyMarkLipinski - 100 Pieces Non-Rotating

PeppermintSwirlbyMarkLipinski - 289 Pieces Non-Rotating

PeppermintSwirlbyMarkLipinski - 36 Pieces Rotating

PeppermintSwirlbyMarkLipinski - 100 Pieces Rotating

PeppermintSwirlbyMarkLipinski - 289 Pieces Rotating

Original Photo: Gregory Case

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Doesn't this whimsical quilt from Mark Lipinski remind you of sweet peppermint candy?

Watch Mark in Show 1813: Quilts of Valor and Intent.

Original Photo: Gregory Case