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A Knitters Guide: How to Get Organized

January 10, 2013 by AllFreeKnitting 6 Comments

It might sound like a distant dream for a yarn hoarder to be organized, but I’m here to provide you all with hope.  There’s always time to get organized and it’s never too late to start.  Since we’re at the beginning of a new year, what better time than now to get your hands dirty sorting through mounds of yarn and knitting supplies.  If this sounds like a daunting task, you’re not alone.  While it can be challenging, half the battle is having a proper home for each and every item out of place.  In order to do that, you need the right yarn and needle organizers!  That’s where AllFreeKnitting comes in.  To help minimize your stress, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite patterns that are ideal for organization.  Check them all out — for free — below!

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Needle Case: Gone are the days of rooms with knitting needles scattered across the floor and sofa; just knit yourself one of these handy cases to keep everything you need all in one place.  Perfect for holding knitting needles and smaller knitting notions, this knit case can also be rolled up and tucked away for easy storage.

Zippered Carry Case: Pack away even the smallest of knitting supplies with this colorful zippered case.  Once all your small double pointed needles, yarn cutters and stitch markers are safely stowed inside the Zipper Carry Case, you’ll be able to easily locate them when they’re required for future knitting projects.

Knit Abacus Pouch: Get organized and have fun in the process with this chic case that boasts colorful bead accents.  No matter what you store inside this practical pouch, you’ll love finding a home for the random odds and ends that result from knitting.

Zippy Needle Pouch: For larger items that need a new place to call home, these roomier colorful bags are just the ticket.  Complete with matching zippers, you won’t have to worry about supplies falling out, going missing or creating a mess on the craft room floor.

If you’re still looking for more organization inspiration, don’t miss our collection page of 17 Organizers and Stashbusters.

Tell us: what’s your best kept organizational secret?

 

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  1. Sharon says

    January 10, 2013 at 9:25 am

    I don’t think the cute little organizers will take care of my yarn hoarding problem lol.

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  2. Char55 says

    January 10, 2013 at 9:31 am

    My crochet organization is not a secret; I tell everyone I know.

    Hanging, zippered front sweater storage closet bags with 6 to 8 shelves are the best way to keep yarn clean, dust free and organized and you can easily see how many of each skein you have. I currently have 3 full ones but could really use another! Hanging zippered shoe storage closet bags (with 10 shelves) are good for ribbons, trims, and crochet threads.

    For 6″ and long 20″ flexible crochets hooks I use a picnic utensil/napkin holder. Long flexible hooks go into the slot used for napkins and the 6″ hooks are sorted by plastic, aluminum and steel and stored in the 3 compartments used for utensils. Cost for the holders (1.19 each at a thrift store)

    For l0″ and 14″ afghan hooks, I store them in a colorful glass vase that came with a bouquet of flowers some time ago.

    I use the plastic cores of foam rollers for yarn bobbins. You can get 4 sizes of foam rollers (pkg of 48) for under $10. Remove the foam pieces, wrap the yarn around the center spindle and snap closed to hold yarn in place. Spring clothespins can also be used for bobbins.

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  3. ritainalaska says

    January 10, 2013 at 2:47 pm

    i have stackable see through bins for my yarn … each bin for something different. my needles and hooks are in a binder with pocket pages, each pocket labeled with size for my circs, the remaining sock needles and my hooks, plus cute little cans for accessory things. my few remaining long needles and hooks stashed upright in a gorgeous vase. would rather have a footstool with a bin and a drawer or drawers to hold what’s in the binder, but haven’t found one yet.

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  4. erica hill says

    January 12, 2013 at 10:32 am

    Dont think these are big enough for my hoards of yarn 🙂

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  5. Madeleine Poe says

    January 17, 2013 at 9:38 pm

    Had originally planned to have my hubby build a really cool storage shelving unit for my yarn stash. But with the price of lumber, decided instead to purchase a 5-shelf steel unit 72″ × 42″ × 24″. This way I can keep the bins I’m already using – 2 per shelf and yarn is protected. Rack is on wheels and can be easily moved to…wherever.
    Really looking forward to bringing some order to the chaos I created.

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  6. Kathy B says

    January 21, 2013 at 11:11 am

    I like to repurpose household items instead of throwing them away. I use glass spaghetti jars for my crochet hooks and double pointed needles. I will take cat food cans (cleaned and label removed), take pliers and push down the sharp edge and use it for stitch markers, safety pins, embroidery needles. I like all things clear so I can see them. My yarn sits on bookcases and I use clear storage tubs for the remnants.

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