Saturday, January 25, 2014

CONFESSIONS OF A SANDPAPER HOARDER

OK!!
 I'm admitting I have a problem.
 I'M A SANDPAPER HOARDER!!


If a piece has any little bit of grit left on it, I cannot bear to throw it away.
So, I just keep all of these pieces and, eventually I will be able to use that last corner of grit.
Then, I can throw it away!


Sandpaper comes in sheets.  They're too big for me to work with, so I always cut or tear the sheet into four pieces.  That way, I can use every corner and middle without hurting my fingers or hands.  And, I can get into corners and tight spaces with the smaller piece.


There are windows on three sides of my studio.  I can't have built in shelving, so I have made several individual shelves, just the size I need for paint, supplies, patterns, etc.  These shelves are in front of my windows and I have to unload everything to clean behind them and clean the windows.
Suddenly, the idea came to me to put rollers on these different shelvinhg units.  Why didn't I think of that before??  At Lowes, I found some that revolve and attached the first ones, today.  I can't BELIEVE how convenient it is to be able to roll and twist this shelf!  In the next few days, I will put rollers on the rest of the units.  
I LOVE THESE ROLLERS!!!
I have a new lease on life!

31 comments:

  1. How funny - I thought I was the only one who hoarded sandpaper bits and pieces!

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    1. Well, it's just such a waste to throw it away when it's still good.

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  2. You have just what you need to create....how great is that! Enjoy your afternoon!

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  3. Saving the sandpiper is great, always nice..not to waste! And it sounds like a great idea to use the rollers. Enjoy your week ahead!

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    1. Yes well, I sure don't waste it!! And, I'm LOVING the rollers.

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  4. It is funny how something "comes" to us out of the blue :)

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    1. I know!! Why didn't I think of the rollers a long time ago??? They're wonderful!

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  5. Wow, that is quite the collection of sandpaper. Enjoy your week:)

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    1. Yes, some of it is old, but am thinking I will be able to use it one of these days. You have a good week, too.

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  6. I maybe worse than you hoarding sandpaper. After it is used practically to death, I stamp on it and add it to cards, tags, and metal projects. I get my money's worth from a box of sandpaper. the bookcases in my craft room are on rollers.

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    1. Well, you're way ahead of me! I like your used sandpaper uses. And, I know you appreciate your rollers. I need to put rollers on my other shelves.

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  7. That is quite a lot of sandpaper but you are an artist. That is why I love all your work. You have what it takes to make a one of a kind original piece!! Thanks for sharing!!
    Hugs,
    Jody

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  8. I cannot part with sandpaper either - I seem to find a reason to keep it all! I love the idea of adding wheels to those shelving units!

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    1. The wheels are amazing!! I just roll things out of the way. So different from before. I can actually clean my windows, now.

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  9. That looks like a box I have in the garage. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  10. At least your hoard fit's nicely in on small bin! Ingenious idea to put wheels on your shelves. Thank you for sharing at What We Accomplished Wednesdays. Have a lovely week! ~Deborah

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    1. Yes, I love those wheels and I've been pushing that cabinet here and there. And, now I can get to my windows that really, really need cleaning!!!

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  11. People laugh when some just need a little sandpaper, a screw or nail. I love having small bins so I have extra little items and when needed I won't have to run to the store. Thank you for sharing with the Clever Chicks Blog Hop! I hope you’ll join us again next week!

    Cheers,
    Kathy Shea Mormino
    The Chicken Chick
    http://www.The-Chicken-Chick.com

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    1. Yes, it's so helpful when I have what I need, even if it's one screw a certain size or a tiny piece of sandpaper! And thanks, I'll be there next week.

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  12. Looks like you have what you need when you need it! Great ideas from you always. Thanks for linking to TTF!

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    1. Thank you, Linda! Yes, I guess I have way too much "stuff", but you're right about it being there when I need it and that's so important when you're in the middle of a project.

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  13. This is hilarious, especially coming from someone who can't handle the feel of sandpaper. Love your ideas. Thanks for sharing on the weekend re-Treat link party!

    Britni @ Play. Party. Pin.

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  14. Well, must admit I don't have nearly as much sandpaper as you, but I too tear mine (or cut now and then) into 4 pieces. Gotta make the most of it, right? I have had those, 'why didn't I think of that before?" moments too. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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    1. About the wheels, I just got home from Lowes and have four more wheels to attach to something. Sooo convenient and easy to move the shelves, now.

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  15. what? we might have to start a blog chapter, I do this too!!

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    1. Debra, I have canvas bags that I use to carry supplies to each job and I'm forever finding a bag of used sandpaper in them when I'm emptying them for the next job. So, they're added to my sandpaper collection.

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