At last I have the solution to keeping my tools at hand, yet out of the way of my workspace. This is a rail system that we got from Ikea years ago, and I unearthed it again when I rearranged my closets. The containers are just the right size to hold all my stuff. I hung the rail to the right of my worktable.
I am using bulldog clips to keep my big ruler handy, and so far it stays put nicely.
My system is no longer available at Ikea and has been replaced by these less roomy but prettier containers. Here's the catalog page. I dream of the day when Ikea gets organized enough to have online ordering and UPS delivery. Arrgh.
I was all set to order these wall racks and accessories from the inspiring and tantalizing Container Store, but I don't think I need them anymore.
Your system looks pretty good. I love IKEA too but the nearest one is about 10 hours away.
ReplyDeleteI think it is possible to do some ordering in Canada but not for everything.
You can't order from IKEA in the States? Hmm. Interesting. Us Canucks can. Which is good. Our closest one is two provinces away...rj
ReplyDeleteGosh...you'll have to come visit. We have both not 15 min from the house. I like the meca of peace and order...uh, the Container Store very much. some times it is nust nice to go and soak up the calm.
ReplyDeleteLook what I just ordered.
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Perfect for me! I love ordering and having something dropped off at the front door, too!
This order system looks great to me and tomorrow I'll go to Ikea.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea. I have never been to an Ikea store but it sounds like I need to.
ReplyDeleteMelody,
ReplyDeleteIt looks like IKEA does have home shopping and delivery!
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/store/homeshopping/storeInfo
If you click on the How to Shop online button, it explains it all.
Oh, well now that I've dug deeper I see that not everything is available for home delivery. Bummer. A girl can dream....
ReplyDeleteLadies, Amazon to the rescue. Amazon now carries a lot of the Ikea products. Not everything but the continue to add more and more.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=ikea+
Now go get that Ikea fix, I have.
Wow! I have never been to a Container Store, but found one in Phoenix, so next trip south, my shopping buddy and I might just have to check it out! Tanx...
ReplyDeleteYour system looks pretty good. I love IKEA too but the nearest one is about 10 hours away. I think it is possible to do some ordering in Canada but not for everything.
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