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Monday, February 7, 2011
A storage tip for Nestabilities
I have a new way to store my Spellbinders Nestabilities - it is inexpensive and easy (both of these are good things!). I had devised a fairly elaborate system of storing these in CD cases with some pretty paper and labels. I found it fiddly to work with and didn't like having to open and shut the cases all of the time. I also found that some of the dies I have collected would not fit in the CD cases (the long rectangles and borders).
I recently came across these magnetic frames in the $1 bins at Michael's. By the time I found them, they were 60% off. I searched out various Michael's stores in my area to add to my stash and paid 40 cents, 30 cents, 20 cents, 10 cents and 7 cents for the various groups that I found. (I just love a bargain!)
The frames are not really my style but the magnets are fairly thick and quite strong. They work perfectly to keep the sets of Nesties together. I had saved all of the original cards they came on and I found that I could adhere the decorative side to the cards and then add my dies.
On the sets that come with a booklet style folder the sets are identified by the photos. On the basic sets that came in groups (or "nests") I used the smaller cards and added labels. These fit easily in the same small crates that I use for my Cuttlebug folders. I really like the one step action of pulling up a folder and taking off the die I want to use. I am happy not to open and close cases and I don't worry about the dies falling off the strong magnetic sheet.
You can buy packages of magnetic sheets but they are fairly expensive and the ones that I have tried are quite thin and won't grip the dies nearly as well as these thicker frame magnets. This was a great economical solution for me and you might try checking the clearance bins at Michael's or look at bargain and dollar stores in your area for something similar.
The photo at the top of this post is of one of the decorative items at the place we stayed in Hollywood for CHA. The furnishings were "eclectic" and I took a few photos to remind me of the interesting combination of styles - there were paintings and "art" objects everywhere, a gym and six or seven large televisions (I don't think we ever turned any of them on!).
Tuesday morning I will be going to the hospital for the more permanent version of the procedure I had in November to help me deal with the leg and back pain issues that started last summer. It shouldn't be very complicated but I'd appreciate any positive vibes you can send my way! I'll post when I am home again - should be in the early afternoon.
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Diane - Sending lots of positive vibes your way! Have a safe surgery and a speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteDiane, you are in my thoughts and prayers today. I hope your surgery is successful and that you have a speedy recovery!
ReplyDelete~ Jen @ www.gator-4-life.blogspot.com
I will be thinking of you today. Hope all goes well and you have a speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteFeel better soon! This is a great idea for Nesties. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGreat tip Diane, very easy to see and looks like a really strong hold.
ReplyDeleteHope all goes well at the hospital today, I know all too well how bad the back and leg pain can be so any procedure that can relieve at least some of it has to be worthwhile.
Kim xXx
Diane...hope your surgery goes well and wishing you a speedy recovery!!!
ReplyDeleteAs soon as I finish typing this I'll be sending you some reiki (healing energy). Planning on a successful surgery and quick and painfree recovery. eileen
ReplyDeletePositive Vibes on there way. I hope you can feel them!!!
ReplyDeleteI hope you take more pictures of the frame I am not really seeing how it works. Always love storage ideas that do cost an arm and a leg.
Good Luck Strong Vibes
Wishing you well this morning :)
ReplyDeleteSending prayers that everything goes well today & that you have a very speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteI hope your procedure takes care of all it is supposed to. I wish you a very positive experience and speedy recovery. Godspeed.
ReplyDeleteSending up a prayer for a successful procedure that will alleviate your pain. Hope all goes well and that you recover quickly.
ReplyDeleteGod is watching over you as you get through this surgery - you can be sure of that!!
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Hi Diane,
ReplyDeleteThinking about you today and hoping all goes well and that you are comfortable and have a pain free recovery.
Good luck with your surgery and best wishes for a speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteHi Diane,
ReplyDeleteI too am thinking about you today and hoping all goes well! Wishing you a quick and painless recovery. I need you back in fighting form soon for more CHA info. and more fabulous ideas/designs! Can't wait for the crumpled flower instructions! Good vibes have been sent express.
Sally in Stockton
Diane
ReplyDeleteWishing you the very best today especially.
Great idea for storage of nestabilities, wish I had more.lol
Myrna
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Get well soon and I look forward to more great posts.
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Linda
Thanks for the storage idea for the Nestabilities - I don't have many, but this will help keep them more organized and easy to see.
ReplyDeleteI hope everything went well this morning and that you are on your way to mending quickly.
Mary
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Diane,
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers are with you. Good luck.
Thanks for sharing your neat find at Michaels. Wish we had one here in Hawaii.
Take care of yourself.
hugs
bobbi
Sending good thoughts and positive energy your way, Diane!
ReplyDeleteHugs and Prayers, Diane.
ReplyDeletecarolyn in nebraska
My thoughts will be with you today. Since I was recovering from my two back surgeries I don't know what you had done in November, but whatever is being done today I pray goes well for you. Obey your doctor and get into physical therapy as soon as possible.
ReplyDeleteMary Ann
Hope all went well today and you're feeling great in no time!
ReplyDeleteAlisa
Hope everything goes well for you today :)
ReplyDeleteGreat idea. I have been saving magnetic frames (the advertising kind) and business cards for awhile now, what a great use for them.
ReplyDeleteMy prayers are with you for your surgery and recovery.
Shari Y . . .
Diane,
ReplyDeleteWishing you a speedy recovery from your procedure. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary
Praying for your quick and complete recovery. Take care...
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! Thanks for sharing it. I see a mad rush to Michaels! Best wishes for a speedy recovery!
ReplyDeleteSHELLEE
Diane, thanks for the magnet storage solution. I was able to find similar magnets for $0.29 at Michaels as well.
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