How to organize a whole attic full of fabrics .

Hi Lida, I store all my larger fabric pieces in clear sealed storage containers by color. That way I can see what's inside and don't have to worry about dust or critters getting inside. for the smaller scraps I just use one of those binder folders with the plastic sheets.

I use bins with clear covers, the kind you keep under beds, that way they are dust free and visible when needed.

I would install shelving or cabinets and organize by type of fabric and color.

I use clear bins that are stackable, and I organize by color.

Clear bins on shelves might work for you, or do like a fabric store if you have rolls, bins to stand them up in or shelves to hold the rolls.

I'd begin by sorting the fabrics into "like" categories. Heavy to light, then perhaps measure roll the fabric onto a tube and label with the length of the yardage. Underbed storage bins can work well so you're able to view the fabric. An inventory list complete with a picture could also be made depending on how in-depth you want to go. Smaller raggedy pieces could be cut into small pieces so they are tidy and placed in a clear container or bag for use on applique or quilting projects. With the price of fabrics these days it would be wise to keep what you have in good condition until it is used.

Investing in shelves is always a good idea. Especially if you’re looking for the fastest way on how to organize fabrics. You can arrange them by fabric type or by color.

You might think filing cabinets are only for folders and documents. But guess what? You can also store fabrics in them!

It’s actually pretty nifty to store them this way. Not only can you see your archive of fabric, it also saves a lot of space!

Fabrics can attract lots of minute particles like dust, bugs, and even small rodents. Keep your precious fabric-safe by storing them in dresser drawers! For aesthetic purposes, store yours in a beautiful dresser that looks very boho-chic.

Of course there are wonderful plastic bins with lids. This will keep your material free from dish and bugs. Plus if they are see thru you can easily see at a glance what you have on hand but it is always nice to label the crate.

you could hang up rods and buy cheap hangers to hang them on in color order or pattern order

Box in clear containers by color

I would use the same process as they use in fabric stores. Like materials together and then sort by color. I'm doing something similar at my mother's home. She has multiple storage tubs (stacked to the ceiling) full of clothing and material. She no longer sews but my daughter and I do so we are donating some of it and splitting what we believe we will use. Then I am sorting by type & weight and grouping by color.

Is the attic heated during the winter, and air conditioned during the summer?

Is is insulated?

Any fabric will eventually take on a difficult-to-remove malodorous smell if stored too long in a container or area that is poorly ventilated. Many fabrics will also develop permanent crease marks from being folded if stored too long in one position. As well, there is also the risk that fabric will develop mildew stains from being stored where it is too damp or humid.

Here are some ways of storing fabric:

Here are some more ways. Of course it is always recommended that fabric be covered if being stored for longer than a short time duration, to help prevent fading and discoloration from occurring.

Is the attic a good place to store fabric? The heat can ruin the fabric. I would store under the beds in clear boxes according to color or type of fabric.

I would get some inexpensive shelves and organize the fabrics by color. Fold them and stack them on top of each other.

Here are some really great ideas which may help you https://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-organize-your-attic/

Stack them in Poly boxes and label them up.

Some pics or some dimensions of the space you have please. Rubbermaid containers work well