I made this ribbon box myself using a Sterlite "Show Off" that I bought at Walmart (UPC 73149 89443). I can't remember how much I paid for it, but I'm sure it was under $5. I measured and drilled the holes in it myself. There are 24 holes on one side and 21 on the other. It holds all of the SU grosgrain on one side and the narrow organdy and gingham on the other. I put a few of my spare rolls in the ends to make a tight fit so the spools stand up. I love it because the top snaps on and has a handle for easily moving it around.
NOTE: There are NO dowels in this box! I have been asked several times how I did the dowel, but I specifically wanted a dowless system, because I take the rolls in and out so much and the dowels were driving me crazy!
See my gallery for the inside view of the box.
Date: Sunday, August 14, 2005 GMT Views: 4910
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Mon, Aug 15, 2005 @ 12:14 PM
Tricia... I put the sander on my little Dremel drill and sanded the rough edges on the inside of the box. I have been using my Organdy all morning and not one piece of it has snagged!
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Tue, Aug 16, 2005 @ 9:05 PM
I'm VERY excited about your idea!! What size drill bit did you use? Did you use the same size for all the widths of ribbon? I want to try to make one!! TFS!!
------------------------------ Judi 'Stamparooni'
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you might as well throw it away!