ToughButterCup Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 During a build, inevitably there comes a time when SWMBO needs storage for her ball gown. And tutu. But self builders know that their lives are full of dust, damp, fumes, paint and swearwords. And Debbie wants her ball gown suitably protected. And I don't want to pay much. Oh, and by the way SPONS hasn't got a 'Store-Your-Ball-Gown' section. How (never mind how much) have you stored your precious clothes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickfromwales Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 A family spare room? Otherwise your in Storage Giant for a small air conditioned / ventilated unit ( so your nutsack remains attached ) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferdinand Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 (edited) Local dancing friend with a house? Ferdinand Edited May 19, 2017 by Ferdinand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crofter Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 Give it to a charity shop, then buy it back a few weeks later and they'll have cleaned it for you too. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitpipe Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 1 hour ago, recoveringacademic said: During a build, inevitably there comes a time when SWMBO needs storage for her ball gown. And tutu. But self builders know that their lives are full of dust, damp, fumes, paint and swearwords. And Debbie wants her ball gown suitably protected. And I don't want to pay much. Oh, and by the way SPONS hasn't got a 'Store-Your-Ball-Gown' section. How (never mind how much) have you stored your precious clothes? Will she need to access it during the build? I can't imagine that a full length zippable bag / suit carrier style protector would be that expensive? Otherwise box it up and store with a relative. Or post down to me and I'll put it in our Indiana Jone esqe box room in the basement (supposed to be a gym at some point in the distant future). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProDave Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 Get a caravan. No this time I mean a small touring caravan. Our touring 'van is full of stuff in storage like this. Now, the touring 'van will get just as cold if not colder than the static 'van, but with nobody living or cooking in it, the moisture levels stay low so even though it's cold, you don't get condensation on anything. It's also away from the house and everyday living so does not get covered in sawdust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 1 hour ago, recoveringacademic said: How (never mind how much) have you stored your precious clothes? Family or trusted friends? How much are you storing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickfromwales Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 2 hours ago, Crofter said: Give it to a charity shop, then buy it back a few weeks later and they'll have cleaned it for you too. PMSL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToughButterCup Posted May 19, 2017 Author Share Posted May 19, 2017 1 hour ago, Nickfromwales said: PMSL You may laugh..... Lots of our stuff has already gone to charity shops. Much more to follow. I'm trying to guess how much Hugh's likely to charge for a wee nook in his palace for Debbie's tutu...... Waralora stoof ya gather over the years! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeSharp01 Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 It is raining here so I have had time to reflect upon the challenge Ian faces. The essential point is that the responses so far all assume that one needs to fit into the world around you while it is entirely possible to make the world around you fit in with you even if only slightly. Given this one could envisage a situation where the mind set of your average Lancashire ball goer could be so rearranged that they feel underdressed if they do not appear at the events in a ball gown that is covered in dust, has small rubble like elements in the hems and is otherwise unkempt. Indeed it may be that you could leverage this new punk like trend and create a revenue stream around the storage on site of other people's ball gowns so as to ensure they no longer feel out of place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeSharp01 Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 PS where is international party night starting this evening? My Lear jet is waiting but not route plan as yet.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triassic Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 Buy a storage container, our two are stuffed, mainly with her stuff !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitpipe Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 18 minutes ago, Triassic said: Buy a storage container, our two are stuffed, mainly with her stuff !! I have a lovely storage container (25ft) with a fully finished site office on one side and 15ft of insulated storage on t'other. Can also be used for hosting international parties, provided you take the boxes out first (site office doubles as handy DJ booth / cloakroom / ticket office). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToughButterCup Posted May 19, 2017 Author Share Posted May 19, 2017 Vacuum storage bags is the answer folks, vacuum storage bags. It's amazing how well I can think after a quiet pint or two .... Still 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterW Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 Apparently not if you suck too hard and put permanent creases in her lovely organza....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Alphonsox Posted May 19, 2017 Share Posted May 19, 2017 I felt sure this morning that this thread was some smutty euphemism. I felt contrite and castigated as the day progressed with a raft of sensible solutions. Thanks @PeterW for proving my original opinion correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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