Robin Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 I didn't know what else to call it - my grandma did this when I was very little. In her purse, at all times, she carried around a little make-up bag. In it, she had a measuring tape, fabric and paint samples, pen & paper, photos, etc. She used to say you never know when you'll find something you need/want/like. Do any of you do this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniMadWoman Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 My sister, the organizer, does this. She carries samples around with her everywhere! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hydroped Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Hi Robin, Your Grandmother sounds like a wise woman I try to carry a measuring tape with me every weekend when I hit the yard sales around town - unfortunately I didn't think to write down all the measurments of everything first. I've missed a couple of really nice looking interior doors because I didn't have my door measurements. Most things I can eyeball to see if they'll fit but I find that measuring tape really comes in handy for somethings- especially when I was looking for curtains - my windows are odd sizes (at least I think they are) I don't carry swatches of anything - I sort of like bohemian decorating so as long as the colors can co-exist with what I have they don't really need to match exactly. But you just can't beat having a measuring tape. And actually I use it most often when looking for bits to make minis out of to see if they'll work as parts in scale. :o -David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfire Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 I carry one of those little "fat" 3"X5" spiral notebooks which I keep a list of projects, items needed, bought, tiny samples of paper,paint, etc clipped to the Project page and a list of books I have in my library along with a small measuring tape. It fits into my purse nicely and really helps me keep track of things especially when I go to shows. I bought too many duplicates or triplicates over the years (I start gathering stuff well ahead of starting projects) and found this actually saved me money. I am not really that organized anywhere else in my life! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Posted September 6, 2006 Author Share Posted September 6, 2006 I pretty much fall into the "organizer" category. The notebook is a good idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowan555 Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 When I go out, if it doesn't fit in my jeans pocket, it doesn't come along. I literally bring my keys, license and a credit card, and that's it. The other day I was out and saw some neat upholstery fabric, but I wasn't sure if it would match with my colors. Perhaps at this point in my life I need to start carrying a bag of some sort with me. Ugh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted September 8, 2006 Share Posted September 8, 2006 When I go out, if it doesn't fit in my jeans pocket, it doesn't come along. I literally bring my keys, license and a credit card, and that's it. The other day I was out and saw some neat upholstery fabric, but I wasn't sure if it would match with my colors. Perhaps at this point in my life I need to start carrying a bag of some sort with me. Ugh. Hang in there, Susan! I gave up carrying a purse about ten years ago. If it doesn't fit in my pockets, it doesn't go with me! Hmmm ... "gave up" sounds like a sacrifice ... actually, it was rather liberating! If I have to haul something -- like a book to read if I know I have to wait someplace, or a bottle of water if I'm going to be out a while -- I have a couple of small, lightweight canvas bags that I use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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