So I made a chart in Excel. I have the Item number (for re-ordering), color description, my own thread code, what I do have in stock and a column for how many I want to order the next time. As I use them up, I'll be able to figure out my "supply and demand" needs. :)
The Thread Code is my own system, my way of being able to tell what's what after I take off the wrapper. Even though I don't have ALL the threads they offer, I gave them each a number. Then I wrote it inside of the spool.
You can see on the Excel chart that #14 is Honey.
#24 is Green Tea - it doesn't look like ANYTHING on their webpage and I'm a little disappointed in that spool.
It looked so yummy on their webpage! :P In fact the light green on the pastel set looks more like their picture of green tea. I'm only bothered because I ordered 2 spools of green tea! :P
Now I just hope the sharpie ink doesn't wear off as the spools get used up. I'll be in big trouble then! ;)
Leah
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Now what are you going to do with all your thread? I hope you have some great projects planned. Is this for machine quilting? Hand quilting? Decorating? Looking forward to seeing what you make.
What lovely looking thread and what a great way you've come up with to keep them all organised. Is your Sharpie a "permanent" one? Have fun with them all.
Wishing you and your family a happy and blessed Easter
put a piece of clear tape over the numbers to keep them there during use-
Love your chart! If that is green tea your holding I love the color! I bet you find ways to use it!
I'm anxious to hear how you like this thread as I've been thinking of ordering the neutral collection. And I love your system of tracking your thread.
You have created a good system for keeping track of your thread. I like my Essential thread.
Happy Easter.
Oh, Leah - what I wouldn't give to have you for a neighbor!!! :) we have a lot in common... and seeing your Excel chart you created tops the list! :c) I love being "sew" nerdy don't you?! :c)
Idea - if the sharpie ink wears off the plastic as they are being used try writing the #'s on yard sale stickers and sticking to the inside...? ~Bonnie in SE Texas.
My question for you is...it's now October 2008- are you still using essential brand cotton threads? I'm contemplating giving them a try and haven't come across anyone in my local area that has tried them.
could you send me a copy of your spread sheets so I may use them? Pretty please?
Thank you for linking me to your post!! So, Inquiring minds want to know - has the sharpie ink worn off?
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