i like the ribbon flat spools idea. the rubber bands are a great idea to stop the unrolling. Do be cautious tho when using this method . Certain types of ribbons tend to take the shape of the flat spools after being on them for a while. (they get creases) so if you need to use them for something that hangs down or certain style of bows they will have kinks in them . Wrapping loosely helps but doesnt eliminate it .
You are absolutely correct. Some of them get creases. In my case that is not a problem because I only use smaller pieces of ribbon in my projects. Thank you for mentioning. I wasn't thinking about it when I showed my method 🙈🌹
...cuz people...the short phrase said so much and I agree 100%😅 But I've been lucky, this videos has been up for ever and nobody came after me yet😁 Happy New Year!
I loved this idea and will definitely try it, not only is it great for ribbon storage, it helps with recycling too, I have ribbon for card making and for the Fabergé style Eggs I make too, so I have alot of it !!😘
Wow. You just saved me a lot of space. I have a carry-on suitcase full of ribbon spools. I have iris boxes to spare and cardboard boxes to recycle. I will be wrapping ribbon as I watch tv. Thanks for sharing this idea.
Great idea! Tip: Cut down another cereal box to the right height. Then, measure the empty space in one of your rows. Cut off the end of the box, so that the remaining part will fit into that empty space. Place the cut-off end against the side of your plastic box. That'll replace the missing end that you cut off. Hope that makes sense. Hope it helps. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the idea - I was about to start cutting cardboard, and then remembered I have a gazillion old, outdated business cards lying around, so I used those first for the thinner ribbons :-)
I would like to tell you how much I have enjoyed your youtube video on ribbon storage! I have struggled with this problem trying one solution after another without satisfaction. To bulky, to annoying, to much work trying to keep it all together. I am in the process of also organizing my fabric and this idea works right into that and is so sensible. I am a very visual person and love the fact that it is all stored in a clear box! I love your personality and character! You are adorable! Thank you so much for sharing this with us!!
Thank you for sharing this. Very clever way to store the ribbons without taking up so much space. Love how you can organize them by color as well. Thanks again!
BTW: I tried your ribbon organization method...and WOW what a problem solver!!!! It's nice/neat and compact and can be kept out of the way and yet I can still see thru the box and choose my ribbon. THANKS for sharing such a great idea! :D
Oh wow!. I have been trying to find a great way to organize the miles or ribbon...thank you!!!! I will be doing this after the holidays. Thank you again!!!
I love this idea! I am defiantly going to give it a try. I have so many ribbons/trim just thrown in baskets on the round spools. Thanks for sharing sweet friend ..much love
So glad I saw this before investing in the gutter solutions for the rolls of ribbon or making or buying book shelves that take up too much space that I don't have. I will be wrapping ribbons while watching RUclips video's since I don't watch much TV. I already have cardboard I've saved from used up ribbons - may just need to cut to the smaller size. I think instead of using the cereal boxes for the rows I will use the $tree chopping mats cut into strips to put in-between the rows. This solution is definitely Genius and takes up a lot less space.
Wonderful idea, I have so much ribbon and don't use it because I get so frustrated trying to find it. It's in a very large plastic container in my garage. Yikes!!! Wow this is very cool and a great place to start getting organized. Have a wonderful day!
I know you posted this video 2 years ago..however Im seeing it today and Ive just spent two hours doin this and I want to thank you...its a brilliant idea and I can now see all my ribbons and laces etc..xx👌💞😃
Genius system looks like it will work for me for sure . Thank you so much for sharing this great idea!!!! I just spent about two hours looking for a ribbon to use for card so I’ll be sure to try this way of organization
Great idea, will try ot out I have a lot of ribbon and I get so tired to move one box to get to another just to get a piece of ribbon... Thank you for the idea...😀
Love This! I have tons of ribbon that I've just bought a yard or two discounted to make Tassels! I'll have to save some packaging....might get my container today with the coupons....and rubber bands too....the dollartree bands usually aren't good for the smaller size...I can do this with the sling!
This is beautiful. Ive been wondering how to go about my mess of ribbons. Thanks for the inspiration... And I'm definitely hitting the subscribe button. Great job.
I’ve just finished organising my ribbon, yay love it! You never saw someone so excited when a small bag of elastic bands arrived in the post so I could start 😂 Thanks for the video x
I don't measure the pieces. They are about 1x2 inches. Just use the box you want to store them in as a guide to cut one piece and then cut the rest in similar size. It doesn't have to be perfect😊🌹
I like how you took them all off whatever cards or rolls they were on and put them on the same size cards. They fit great and are easy to keep nice. What do you do with the scraps - small bits less than 12 inches?
Thank you❤ I keep the scraps in another bin and try to use them up as soon as possible, make tassels or share them with friends👍 Thank you for stopping by ❤
I really don't measure them...I think they are around 2" high and 1" wide. It depends on the measurements of the box you will store them in. Hope that helps
FunLifeOnABudget Because I really like your idea and I have a tons of ribbons I decided I try your method. And I have in my stash an empty 12”x12” box. What a fortune! Thank you so much for the quick answer!!!
What length can you store per card? I have a ton of ribbon on spools. I'd like to do this, but we are talking about lengths of atleast 3 yards per spool. I would assume that i need to cut it into sections.....what do you think?
Where did your daughter get the elastic bands? They don't look like rubber bands, they look more like silicone bands. I can't find them. also What are the dimensions of the cardboard chips you are using? look's like 2" x ??
The rubber bands are for making bracelets and things like that. I'm not sure what they are called but I think you can get them at Dollar Tree. I don't measure the cardboard. Just cut whatever fits your box best. Mine are about 2"x1" .
i like the ribbon flat spools idea. the rubber bands are a great idea to stop the unrolling. Do be cautious tho when using this method . Certain types of ribbons tend to take the shape of the flat spools after being on them for a while. (they get creases) so if you need to use them for something that hangs down or certain style of bows they will have kinks in them . Wrapping loosely helps but doesnt eliminate it .
You are absolutely correct. Some of them get creases. In my case that is not a problem because I only use smaller pieces of ribbon in my projects. Thank you for mentioning. I wasn't thinking about it when I showed my method 🙈🌹
@@FunLifeOnABudget :) didnt want someone coming back and having a fit at you because you "ruined their ribbon" ...cause ppl....lol
...cuz people...the short phrase said so much and I agree 100%😅 But I've been lucky, this videos has been up for ever and nobody came after me yet😁 Happy New Year!
I have a miniature hair straightener and I just run the ribbon through it and it irons it perfectly.
That sounds like something I need😁
I loved this idea and will definitely try it, not only is it great for ribbon storage, it helps with recycling too, I have ribbon for card making and for the Fabergé style Eggs I make too, so I have alot of it !!😘
I really hope it works for you 😊🌹
Wow. You just saved me a lot of space. I have a carry-on suitcase full of ribbon spools. I have iris boxes to spare and cardboard boxes to recycle. I will be wrapping ribbon as I watch tv. Thanks for sharing this idea.
+KittyKat that's what i did. Watched RUclips and organized. You're very welcome 🌼
Great idea! Tip: Cut down another cereal box to the right height. Then, measure the empty space in one of your rows. Cut off the end of the box, so that the remaining part will fit into that empty space. Place the cut-off end against the side of your plastic box. That'll replace the missing end that you cut off. Hope that makes sense. Hope it helps. Thanks for sharing!
This saves space and easy to get. Wonderful
I love your ribbon storage idea, but I think I love your delight with it even more! You made me smile all through the video. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks 🌹 I'm still very much in love with it😍😊
Yes that is a genius idea. You were very smart to think of it. Great job.
+Mary Wells I stole it from Pinterest 😁
Thanks for the idea - I was about to start cutting cardboard, and then remembered I have a gazillion old, outdated business cards lying around, so I used those first for the thinner ribbons :-)
Even better! Less work and more recycling 😃🌹
I LOVE THIS IDEA !!!!! So happy I found your video!! 😊😍😊😍
Yay! It's been years and my ribbons are still organized in the same way 👍🌹
I love that they fit into the storage container. I often buy ribbon by the meter as opposed to a small spool. I love this idea!
Thanks Sheer❤ I had this system for a ling time now and it still works for me 😊👍
I would like to tell you how much I have enjoyed your youtube video on ribbon storage! I have struggled with this problem trying one solution after another without satisfaction. To bulky, to annoying, to much work trying to keep it all together. I am in the process of also organizing my fabric and this idea works right into that and is so sensible. I am a very visual person and love the fact that it is all stored in a clear box! I love your personality and character! You are adorable! Thank you so much for sharing this with us!!
Thank you!!
I'm so glad you enjoy the storage. I love it! Thanks for your support
I've reorganized my ribbons that way and it is true, very easy to see what you have and pull it out!
do you mind if I ask, what size are your cardboard that the ribbon is wrapped on? about 2" x 3 "???? thanks.
Thank you for sharing this. Very clever way to store the ribbons without taking up so much space. Love how you can organize them by color as well. Thanks again!
You're welcome! I still have my ribbon like this and love it👍🌹
I think I might start with this! I do not have tons of ribbon but it seems like a stress-free way to start!
The right time to start is when you dont have that much ribbon! :D
What a neat idea and a great way to recycle, ifs.
Wow, what a neat idea!!! I have so much ribbon!!
I have done it long time ago and my ribbon is still organized. It works!
I love that idea! This way the ribbons don't take up so much space!
Thank you, it was really helpful for my growing ribbon collection and I hate how much room they were taking! But now they won’t take room!
Great idea I started to use jumbo popsicle sticks but after 10 pr so I got lazy. I like this much better 😍
I have organized my lace like this for a long time, works great. Thanks for the videos. Happy Crafting!
I just came across your video. I have just organized my ribbon in a similar way. This definitely works for me ! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you! 🌹I still have the same system. It has been working for years😊👍
FLOB: THANKS! for thinking of us! Such a great idea :D
BTW: I tried your ribbon organization method...and WOW what a problem solver!!!! It's nice/neat and compact and can be kept out of the way and yet I can still see thru the box and choose my ribbon. THANKS for sharing such a great idea! :D
+C.J. i know right! Best Idea ever! Wish it was mine, i would be a star😁😁
Oh wow!. I have been trying to find a great way to organize the miles or ribbon...thank you!!!! I will be doing this after the holidays. Thank you again!!!
I love this idea! I am defiantly going to give it a try. I have so many ribbons/trim just thrown in baskets on the round spools. Thanks for sharing sweet friend ..much love
Thanks for sharing 😊 I store all my ribbons on empty toiletpaper rolls, but this looks way better with the boxes 😊
Lunte82 ...flatten the rolls and reuse for this idea😀
Sheri Phone - Thanks 😊 I do flatten them before I put the ribbons on them 😊
It looks cool. I have a ton of ribbon that is taking up so much room that I may have to try this system. Tfs
So glad to see this!! Im organizing my ribbon and laces first thing tomorrow!!!!
Yay! It still works for me and I love it!👍❤
So glad I saw this before investing in the gutter solutions for the rolls of ribbon or making or buying book shelves that take up too much space that I don't have. I will be wrapping ribbons while watching RUclips video's since I don't watch much TV. I already have cardboard I've saved from used up ribbons - may just need to cut to the smaller size. I think instead of using the cereal boxes for the rows I will use the $tree chopping mats cut into strips to put in-between the rows. This solution is definitely Genius and takes up a lot less space.
I'm glad I could be of service 😁 Stay safe and healthy 🌹
Wonderful idea, I have so much ribbon and don't use it because I get so frustrated trying to find it. It's in a very large plastic container in my garage. Yikes!!! Wow this is very cool and a great place to start getting organized. Have a wonderful day!
I know you posted this video 2 years ago..however Im seeing it today and Ive just spent two hours doin this and I want to thank you...its a brilliant idea and I can now see all my ribbons and laces etc..xx👌💞😃
You're welcome Carol❤ For 2 years my ribbon stayed organized in tgis way and I'm still loving it 👍
@@FunLifeOnABudget 💗👌😁
Thanks for sharing this idea.
Genius system looks like it will work for me for sure . Thank you so much for sharing this great idea!!!! I just spent about two hours looking for a ribbon to use for card so I’ll be sure to try this way of organization
+April Culver yes! Try it! I always had all the ribbon messed up and now it's so organized and pretty. Let me know if it works for you🌼
This is a great idea. Ty for sharing.
You are very welcome 🌹
Lots of work, but what a great idea!
+Christine Badagliacco you only do it once. It was much more work for me to go through all my ribbon all the time😁
Great idea, will try ot out I have a lot of ribbon and I get so tired to move one box to get to another just to get a piece of ribbon... Thank you for the idea...😀
Girl, this is amazing! I am promising myself I will do this 😊
+Rebecca Creates and it works!! Just find a good movie before you start 😃 tfw 🌼
Very Very Clever👍🏻
Great idea! It looks great!! TFS
Great idea.Thank you
june,2018 and I was trying to organize my ribbons , I love the way you did, I'm going to do it right now, TFS.
Yay! Hope it works for you!
I like this idea. I was thinking the ribbons would be better if the card they are wound on is thicker. And then here you have it to prove it to me.
That's one if the best organization systems i have in place!
What an amazing idea.
Perfect👌 thanks for the idea
You're welcome 🌹
Thank for sharing
I will be doing this
it is coming good.thanks
I love it...it is just daunting thinking about organizing it...but once it is finished it will be great!
Great ideal!
Sounds great, I’m going to try this wonderful idea.
It still works for me😊🌹
Thank you i love this idea.
I have been using this for a long time now and it's still organized, so it works
I love that idea! Thanks 🙂
Perfect! Thank you for sharing 🤗✂💖✂🙏
You are very welcome 🌹
Love This! I have tons of ribbon that I've just bought a yard or two discounted to make Tassels! I'll have to save some packaging....might get my container today with the coupons....and rubber bands too....the dollartree bands usually aren't good for the smaller size...I can do this with the sling!
Amazing!!!!!❤❤❤
Thank you 😊🌹
Thank you soooo much!!! This is what I have been needing!!
You're very welcome! It still works for me. 👍❤
TFS!! I'm starting THIS today!!! 💖💃🏾👍🏾
Woohoo!! Good luck!👍❤
Clever! Thank you for sharing. :o)
Good idea!!
This is beautiful. Ive been wondering how to go about my mess of ribbons. Thanks for the inspiration... And I'm definitely hitting the subscribe button. Great job.
Thanks! I hope it works for you as good as it works for me 😊🌹
you just saved my life!!
I'm glad I did😁 I also have a genius die and stamp organization if needed😁❤
Just the idea I needed! My ribbons are a huge mess in the drawer. Thank you!!
You're very welcome 🌹 Thank you for stopping by!
good idea!Thanks for sharing. Missed your last live stream,hope to see your next one, it's like visiting with friends.🎃
+Deborah Wilkinson IKR! I enjoy it a lot!! Tfw 🌼
I’ve just finished organising my ribbon, yay love it! You never saw someone so excited when a small bag of elastic bands arrived in the post so I could start 😂 Thanks for the video x
Yay!! Good job! I'm excited with you !
What size are the pieces of cardboard that the ribbons are wrapped around?
I don't measure the pieces. They are about 1x2 inches. Just use the box you want to store them in as a guide to cut one piece and then cut the rest in similar size. It doesn't have to be perfect😊🌹
@@FunLifeOnABudget 1" x 2" is seriously teeny. I'll cut one piece that size to see if it will work, but I think they must be at least 2" x 3". thanks.
Sorry, I wasn't at home when I was answering the first time. I just went to my room and measured. It's 1.5 by 2.5". Hope that helps😊🌹
love this! will try this then i can see all at once tfs xo
Yay! I organized mine a loooooong time ago and it is still organized, so works for me. Hope it works for you too👍
I like how you took them all off whatever cards or rolls they were on and put them on the same size cards. They fit great and are easy to keep nice. What do you do with the scraps - small bits less than 12 inches?
Thank you❤ I keep the scraps in another bin and try to use them up as soon as possible, make tassels or share them with friends👍 Thank you for stopping by ❤
Hi. It’s such a good idea. I’d like to ask what’s the measurements of the cardboard you wrapped the ribbon. Thank you
I really don't measure them...I think they are around 2" high and 1" wide. It depends on the measurements of the box you will store them in. Hope that helps
FunLifeOnABudget Because I really like your idea and I have a tons of ribbons I decided I try your method. And I have in my stash an empty 12”x12” box. What a fortune! Thank you so much for the quick answer!!!
You're welcome. Let me know if it worked for you. I have used 2 Iris boxes now. I still love this method. It works very well for me
Just what I needed! My ribbon holder drops the spools everytime and drives me nuts. I'm off to redo that mess. Thank you!
You're welcome ❤ I love my ribbon this way and I use it more😊👍
I use another method for storing ribbon but it is getting out of hand. I have lots of extra Iris boxes out in the studio going to give this a try.
Let me know if it worked for you. I love this method 👍
Tfs!!!!
I am ur new subscriber
Welcome to the madness 😁❤
What length can you store per card? I have a ton of ribbon on spools. I'd like to do this, but we are talking about lengths of atleast 3 yards per spool. I would assume that i need to cut it into sections.....what do you think?
Good question. I didn't measure but I store all of my ribbon like that. I fit normal size spools on one card. Just try one and see if you like it😊🌹
OOOOh yeah thanks for idea cause mine is so disorganized its embarrassing! Lol
You're welcome! Best thing ever!😁👍❤
How big are the cardboard pieces? 2 inch by 3 inches or so?
Love this idea, but be aware that rubber bands decay/dry rot in certain climates. Might want to consider if tape would work better where you live. :o)
Thank you!🌷 I've never heard about that..I live in California and had my ribbon organized like this for about 2 years now and it's all good here phew😁
Is this a paper storage box, like you get from Michaels?
Yes👍🌹
What is the size of your cardboard that you put the ribbon on?
2 by 3 approximately. It can be cut smaller or bigger. Depending on your ribbon amd container
Just what I needed! Thank you so much❤❤❤
Where did your daughter get the elastic bands? They don't look like rubber bands, they look more like silicone bands. I can't find them.
also What are the dimensions of the cardboard chips you are using? look's like 2" x ??
The rubber bands are for making bracelets and things like that. I'm not sure what they are called but I think you can get them at Dollar Tree. I don't measure the cardboard. Just cut whatever fits your box best. Mine are about 2"x1" .
The elastic/Poly/rubber bands are in the hair accessories sections of $tree or Walmart etc.