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(...) So it sounds like the key is having a big enough worktable so you can have the likely trays out and available as you do your design run? (...) I agree about drawers, i don't use them and would find them maddening as well. Where I went wrong is (...) (24 years ago, 19-May-01, to lugnet.storage)
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(...) I do the same with the larger parts...the vertical nesting stacks. I have to do the same, always running to the shelfs. Drives me nuts. I also have about twenty Plano thin, clear boxes (with lids) for the smaller parts. That helps, but still (...) (24 years ago, 19-May-01, to lugnet.storage)
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(...) Yeah, spread-out space is important. But it doesn't have to be fancy. Even if one has a flip-down table-top, it'd a big help. My Dad built a train table like that - it flipped up against the wall when not in use. I've seen sewing tables like (...) (24 years ago, 20-May-01, to lugnet.storage)
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Just hanging off of Larry's post semi-randomly.... Some thoughts on storage and building: My storage scheme is that parts which sort into a large volume get stored in Hefty One-Zip freezer weight bags, and then get stored in tubs and drawers of (...) (24 years ago, 20-May-01, to lugnet.storage)
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I use drawers with items sorted by type and then by colour if needed. I love it, it saves me so much time in digging. Building becomes a pleasure. That being said, It works with my very modest collection. Plus a lot of my collection is on display. (...) (23 years ago, 16-Jun-01, to lugnet.storage)
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