The SU spools of satin ribbons (and many Michael's) fit perfectly in this plastic raingutter that hangs from an above-window shelf in my stamp room. The grosgrain ribbon spools had too large a diameter... so I cut, folded, & secured foam-board into something shaped somewhat like the raingutter. Previously my spools were on rods that were a royal pain if I needed to take a spool off that wasn't on the end (and of course the end ones weren't the ones I needed down). I've tried about 5 or 6 different ways organizing my ribbons and this has been VERY satisfactory to me and had no drawbacks.
Date: Thursday, March 9, 2006 GMT Views: 4686
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Registered: January 18, 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 4460
Fri, Mar 10, 2006 @ 1:22 AM
neat idea.....never thought of having to take the ribbon off the storage rod...but you are right, I am not gong to stand there tying a knot while it is still hanging...food for thought...might have to try this....
What is holding the organdy ribbons down? (that rod -type piece ) going over them. Is that part of the gutter as well?
I have been pondering the gutters for quite a while. I believe you have finally convinced me! Looks like dh and I will be going to Lowe's in the morning! hehe thanks!
Registered: April 14, 2004 Location: Granger, IN Posts: 3099
Fri, Mar 10, 2006 @ 7:37 AM
I LOVE this idea especially since it uses verticle wall space instead of floor or counter space (which I've quickly eaten up with my supplies). Did you use a vinyl gutter?