Handy tape measure

Submitted by KnitMouse13 on 2 January 2008 - 8:23pm.

If you're like me, you've lost countless crafting time searching for your tape measure. I finally solved my problem. Before I start a new project, I always run a copy of the pattern as a takealong, so my magazines stay in good condition. I started copying a black & white tape measure along the long side of the page, in the margin, inches on one side, metric on the other (if the pattern calls for it). Then I put the page in a plastic protector. Pattern plus measuring tape, all in one.

Brilliant! And I just keep buying new ones. If they were all in one place... that I knew of... I think I have 10;-)
Great idea, thanks.
ella
measuresI've donated my body to motherhood

Submitted by ella on 3 January 2008 - 1:45am.

I was looking for a handy way to keep my crochet hooks tidy. I came across a thin pencil case at a car boot sale. It now stores my hooks, a tape measure, a pair of folding scissors, a darning needle and some stitch markers. It always goes in the bag with whatever project I'm working on, so I always have everything I need to hand.

Submitted by sister_sestina on 11 January 2008 - 10:03am.

I use a small wooden box that my Dad made to keep all my supplies handy and in order. I got tired of chasing the ball of crochet cotton across the floor so mounted an inexpensive toilet roll holder to the top outside of the box which also serves as a carrying handle when the box is securely latched. I made and glued a large rectangular pincushion to the inside of the lid to take care of my pins and needles. The box measures 10 x 5 x 5 inches including the lid so there is plenty of room inside for scissors, crochet hooks and notions.The box travels well and accompanies me literally everywhere!

Submitted by Heatherfive on 13 January 2008 - 9:48am.

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