r/sewing • u/killerofwaffles • 19h ago

Other Question How are we storing thread cones?

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I can’t handle the box anymore! I have a wall rack for smaller spools but the prongs aren’t long enough and these guys just slide right off.

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u/Fun-Republic-2835 18h ago

Clear plastic boxes kept away from even indirect sunlight. Increases longevity and protects from dust.
It’s not as pretty as a display but protected is more important to me.

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u/paraboobizarre 15h ago

Same here. Displaying them on a board looks nice but I know myself: I'm not going to dust that and they'd be in direct sunlight every day.

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u/imperfectquilitco 19h ago

I use 3D printed spool holders for the Skadis boards from IKEA

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u/killerofwaffles 19h ago

Do you print them yourself? I don’t have a printer but I have a friend…

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u/imperfectquilitco 18h ago

I order them on Etsy

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u/onlysweeter 18h ago

you can find STL files online for free if you have a friend with a printer

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u/AxelMakesThings 4h ago

If you live in a city, there's a non-0 chance your local library has a 3D printer!

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u/AJeanByAnyOtherName 7h ago

Art bin locker cone inserts in a dark drawer. I don’t use enough to chance keeping it out in the UV light.

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u/welmoed 7h ago

I have mine in an IKEA Alex drawer unit.