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Race Blakhart Special user Selma,CA 624 Posts |
I have noticed how quickly my clever storage ideas quit being as helpful as when I first had them, due to the growth of "stuff".
Does anyone have any ideas in terms of storing things such as books, dvds, smaller gimmicks/props, et al in a way that also keeps everything accessible? I always loved Carlin's routine on "stuff", but now I'm living it. I feel if I could just figure out a smooth way to store/display said "stuff", I could have things at the ready for practice, reading/viewing, cleaning, repair, etc at all times in my rehearsal studio. |
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Jacob3 New user 51 Posts |
I store everthing in shoe boxes
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BCS Inner circle 1083 Posts |
I have had good luck storing things in photo boxes from Hobby Lobby... They are like shoe boxes but stronger. Books are best stored in book cases. I also have a large file cabinet that I keep soft bound and pamphlet type books in.
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Race Blakhart Special user Selma,CA 624 Posts |
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On Nov 11, 2015, Jacob3 wrote: That's part of my current setup. I do like it, but it's just not going to be practical at this rate lol Quote:
On Nov 11, 2015, BCS wrote: They also have those photo boxes in different sizes, right? I LOVE Hobby Lobby. I was actually hoping to find some of their crafty wooden boxes to put a nice little storage area together, but they are too expensive for what they're made of. Your photo box idea might just be the smart version of what I was thinking haha |
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BCS Inner circle 1083 Posts |
Race... The best time to buy those wooden boxes from Hobby Lobby is when they are on sale for 50% off... Which is quite often. I have a few and have made custom inserts or linings for my Cups and Balls sets. They look great and magical mixed in with my books.
Take care, Bruce |
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Race Blakhart Special user Selma,CA 624 Posts |
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On Nov 11, 2015, BCS wrote: I assumed they circulated the 50% off on the boxes as well, but I just have yet to visit the store when it was actually happening. haha I guess I'd better do my research before I go. Thanks for the reply! I agree, those boxes really do have a great look about them don't they? |
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plink Special user 661 Posts |
A 'parts' box from Lowe's/Home Depot is handy for the many small items you accumulate. It's the kind of box that is used to store nuts, bolts, screws etc. They come in a variety of sizes.
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Dick Oslund Inner circle 8357 Posts |
My friend, Bill Hegbli had some especially worthwhile advice a year or so ago, regarding storage of props (if you're not on the road! On the road, space is at a premium "You" don't carry every prop you own.)
Bill was talking about storing props at home. He said that you should file instructions for the prop, plus the date purchased, and how much you paid for it, WITH the prop! If you ever want to or need to sell the item, the important information is WITH the PROP. I also file a copy of the instructions, plus my notes and a xerox copy of information that I "pick up" subsequently. These instructions and notes are filed by EFFECT. --PRODUCTION, VANISH, PENETRATION, RESTORATION, LEVITATION, ANIMATION, etc.
SNEAKY, UNDERHANDED, DEVIOUS,& SURREPTITIOUS ITINERANT MOUNTEBANK
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Race Blakhart Special user Selma,CA 624 Posts |
Leave it to my favorite person to come in with the kicker! That is great advice as usual, Dick! I copied your actual post to my notes as well.
I've been filing all of my paperwork (Printed pages, notes, etc) into a large three ring binder and a large accordion binder. (Just like you told me to in your mailed notes). Also, I have to say, for ANYONE else who is new to the Café, or just doesn't yet know: ALWAYS pay close attention to what Dick Oslund says. He's always spot on. |
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Bill Hegbli Eternal Order Fort Wayne, Indiana 22797 Posts |
Of course we all want to have our props readily available to view and easily obtain. If you don't have a wife, and you have the room, then of course shelving is one answer. Just build wall to wall shelving, or put in a modular shelving units. The room should be for you magic only, practice, and availability.
I never met a woman who would allow a man to do that in "her" house. Keeping he room at a good temperature will help prolong he live of the props. Not of this will stop the products from aging, only being I a sealed plastic bag, or container will help prevent that. My best solution came from the late Hank Moorehouse, and Billy McComb. Place each prop in a zip lock plastic bag and squeeze all the air out, and then seal. Include the instructions with each prop. I then purchased plastic and wood foot lockers, some with wheels built in, to store the bags with props. The only problem with this is that they become very heavy, and if you are like most, will not want to rummage though things to get an item. But this is the best protection for magic props I have found. A better solutions is to just stop buying tricks you will never use. Learn 20 or 30 tricks you really like and perform them the to the best of your ability. Keep improving and master the tricks you have. I have 15 trunks packed full of props and books. Currently trying to digitize the books, lecture notes, magazines to lighten the load. |
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Race Blakhart Special user Selma,CA 624 Posts |
Well Bill, if you start getting rid of stuff while lightening the load, just let me know. hahaha
I appreciate the time you put into this reply! Such a great wealth of valuable information, and I hope any other newbies such as myself also take this thread to heart. I think this is important stuff. and for everyone else, I want to be sure and repeat something Bill just said, because I think it's necessary to hear from someone with experience: "A better solutions is to just stop buying tricks you will never use. Learn 20 or 30 tricks you really like and perform them the to the best of your ability. Keep improving and master the tricks you have." This is something I constantly hear from people who know what they are talking about. It's something we all tend to ignore these days, what with all the easy to order tricks online. Thanks again for all the replies, everyone! |
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algebraic Inner circle 1008 Posts |
Staples has some very strong clear plastic cases of varies sizes. I use these to both see what's inside my cases and store my props.
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davidn New user Los Gatos, CA Gatos 9 Posts |
For storing card decks... At Amazon, check out the
"Ultra Pro Zippered Gaming Case with Corrugated Inserts". $19.99. Divided into six sections, it holds 42 Poker Decks vertically and you can easily see each individual box. There are also some pockets on the lid for gaff cards or small gimmicks. This part could use some improvement though. When case is opened sometimes stuff slides out. I'm considering buying a couple more to store smaller tricks. Six sections is ~4"x5" and 4" deep. For $20 I think this is a nice piece.
Often wrong but never in doubt!
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davidn New user Los Gatos, CA Gatos 9 Posts |
Big rolling bag designed for scrap-booking. It has individual compartments: Take a look at it on Amazon...
Search "Crop in style XXL rolling tote, black" $89.09 On rollers with pop-up handle, it's large enough fo pack an entire show of medium-size props. It has dividers in the bottom half and a large space above that. It also has a lot of smaller pockets on the outside. I like it a lot. See pictures and features on Amazon. The thing is much larger than it looks in the photos.
Often wrong but never in doubt!
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Dick Oslund Inner circle 8357 Posts |
Better...become a mind reader. A note pad or some 3z5 cards, and a pencil!
I've been doing, essentially, the same tricks for 50+ years! Magic dealers long ago, gave up on me!
SNEAKY, UNDERHANDED, DEVIOUS,& SURREPTITIOUS ITINERANT MOUNTEBANK
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Charles Gaff Loyal user 204 Posts |
I use plastic containers, then I write down what is in there on a note card, affixed to the outside. This has saved me a lot of time
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Alan Munro Inner circle Kentwood, Michigan, USA 5952 Posts |
Take a look at the series Small Spaces, Big Style on Netflix. It's a HGTV series. I wish I'd seen the shows decades ago - would have made it easier to store, with style, in a small space.
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Tukaram Loyal user Iloilo, Philippines 227 Posts |
I thought I replied on this... oh well....
I have a close up kit I keep my current toys in. An aluminum tool box from Harbor Freight. I can attach a close up pad to the outside. For storage I use bankers boxes, mostly. They are sturdy boxes, with handles and lids. They do not get too heavy, even if filled with books or DVDs. Inside the bankers boxes I use smaller boxes (usually the 'disposable' Glad storage) and various sizes of ziploc bags. I like the plastic pencil case idea, I will have to get some. Also, my Scotch 33 electrical tape comes in a small plastic case - I use those for small parts. The bankers boxes stack nicely under my practice table. This pic is from when we were still moving into the apartment so the table is not completely setup, but you get the idea. The plastic bookshelf gets all my books (the pic is incomplete). Under the table I have 5 bankers boxes. I keep my DVDs on my DVD rack in the living room. It is not inconvenient because... who uses DVDs anymore? I back them all up to my PC to watch them (copies stored on my laptop and an external drive for redundancy) Also I have a Dymo label printer I use for everything ha ha |
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Race Blakhart Special user Selma,CA 624 Posts |
Great post, Tukaram! (I really do recall seeing you reply much earlier in the thread as well. I could be wrong, but I never am. haha ok, I'm wrong a lot. haha)
I wanted to tell you that I love your setup! I am getting ready to redesign the layout of my bedroom/rehearsal and practice room. Since breaking my back a few years ago, I can't sleep on a normal bed comfortably, so I sleep in a recliner. To save space, I am going to get rid of my bed, put as much of my non magic stuff as possible into the walk-in closet, and build a VERY similar version of your are, but with some IKEA style, metal frame shelving for DVD's and Books. I already have several accordion style folder box things, full of pdf's and everything else I've printed off. Plus a BUNCH of three ring binders with lecture notes and things like that. (I even have a special set of binders, just for stuff I have received from my mentor, Dick Oslund.) Ok...I really do tend to go on and on. Thanks for the replies everyone! I hope to hear more! I woul love to see more pics from people, too. I always forget we have that option on the Café. |
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Bill Hegbli Eternal Order Fort Wayne, Indiana 22797 Posts |
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On Nov 30, 2015, davidn wrote: With 42 decks, how do you know which deck is for what trick? I did this about 30 years ago, and forgot which trick deck did what, for quick removal. I also purchased one of those packet trick wallets, soon found out I forgot which packet trick cards did what. http://www.magicmethodsonline.com/wp/wpc......-wallet/ Click here to view attached image. |
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