This spool tower organization project took only about 30 minutes to complete once I had all the ingredients lined up.
Meet my silk ribbon drawer.
I only use this to tie around jewelry boxes when I ship Etsy orders, but I was getting annoyed with reaching in to grab one piece and the entire contents would come out with it.
I only use this to tie around jewelry boxes when I ship Etsy orders, but I was getting annoyed with reaching in to grab one piece and the entire contents would come out with it.
Meet my stash of typewriter ribbon spools.
I knew there was a reason I hoarded these things.
I knew there was a reason I hoarded these things.
Off with the old dried up ribbon and on with pretty silk ribbon. They're the exact same width.
This flower frog was the perfect size for the base. To hold the spools in place I used a 1/8" diameter brass rod that I cut down to 7 1/2".
I loaded on the spools.
Then topped them off with an old painted knob.
Much better don't you think? The extra drawer space is already full of some junk I moved up from the garage.
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What a great idea for silk ribbons. Looks so neat!
ReplyDeleteJudy
I love it! Such a fun and functional piece. The colors of the ribbon are beautiful and look so pretty with the dishes full of jewelry. Have a lovely week...:)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to display your ribbon and very useful too. I was admiring your jewelry pieces...so pretty!!
ReplyDelete~Cindy
Perfect and creative, how lucky that they were the same width...I love when things work perfect!!
ReplyDeleteCarol
So pretty! Perfect for storing those!
ReplyDeleteWhat a genius idea! It looks great and is useful.
ReplyDeleteClever girl!! Great upcycling idea!
ReplyDeleteIngeniuos! Clever, clever gill! Love it!
ReplyDeletePerfect in every way. I do love your silks, but I am even more impressed that the typewriter wheels survived long enough to become a wonderful tower! Amazing and wonderful!
ReplyDeleteNot only practical but pretty! I can't seem to get ahead of my clutter right now. I just keep working on it!
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Linda
So cute and so easy to use! Love it!
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ReplyDeleteGreat idea Betsy and it looks like a decoration now. I have box filled with ribbons that could use some help!
ReplyDeleteOld typewriter ribbon spools - who has those on hand? Oh, yes - of course Betsy does.
ReplyDeleteFantastic!
Wow!
ReplyDeleteGreat ideas! But really drooling over those beauties that are in the dishes!!!!!!!!!! Lovin' all the colors of those ribbons!!!!
ReplyDeleteAWESOME!! I love it...practical and pretty...perfect :)
ReplyDeleteBetsy! You are the cleverest. A fabulous reuse for those. I love when I get to keep something like that out in the open, not stuffed away in a box. Bravaaaa!
ReplyDeleteThis is a really great idea! When I first looked at it, I thought I was looking at a lighthouse!
ReplyDeleteI love organizing solutions that are also pretty. What a fabulous idea!
ReplyDeleteHow many typewriter ribbon spools have I tossed? Great solution for bits of ribbon. Plus it looks quite lovely.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant Betsy does it again! Don't you love it when you finally have an epiphany for your hoards? I have so many still waiting for that light bulb moment.....
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! I would have never thought to use the old typewriter spools.
ReplyDeleteI remember using the typewriters that had spools of ribbons. Ooops - age is showing. :)
Oh I love this clever idea!! What more for a better way to display pretty ribbons and cute vintage typewriter spools!! Love all your pretty jewelry in the dishes too!! :) Have a lovely day Betsy!! xo Holly
ReplyDeleteAnother neat idea Betsy and thank you for sharing it at my party.
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Linda
What a great idea!! Love it!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by!
Hugs,
Debbie
Oh I love love love your new ribbon holder!!! Found you on Ivy and Elephants. Happy Valentine's Day, Beverly
ReplyDeleteNice! Does the knob lift off or permanently attached? I am always looking for ways to organize my ribbons but the empty spools are the bain of my life since I have to remove the other spools to pull off the empty one - argh.
ReplyDeleteNice! Does the knob lift off or permanently attached? I am always looking for ways to organize my ribbons but the empty spools are the bain of my life since I have to remove the other spools to pull off the empty one - argh.
ReplyDeleteYes, the knob lifts off. The rod sticks up about 1" above the last spool and the knob stays in place because the rod fits inside the screw hole. The rod is also a tight fit between the prongs in the frog, but not glued in. If I'm lucky enough to find more typewriter ribbon spools I can just cut a longer rod. Easy enough.
DeleteLove this idea!!
ReplyDeleteCreative and organized ~ most magicians just have rabbits or birds in their hats ~ but you have typewriter spools!!! What a fun way to display your ribbon. Best ~Mickie.
ReplyDeleteYou found the perfect solution to keep your silk ribbon stash in order. I find the typewriter ribbon tins occasionally, but never the reels. How cool!!!
ReplyDeleteAmazing idea! It looks wonderful!!
ReplyDeleteJennelise
Hi Betsy!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun idea...love the repurposed aspect of these! Will have to share this with my 13 yr old daughter as she is fascinated with typewriters and loves to be creative. Thank you!
Catherine
So charming! And I'd like to ask where you got your beautiful ribbon?? Bettye
ReplyDeleteThank you Bettye. I buy most of my silk ribbon on Etsy:-)
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