I have a bit of a different take on carrying finished work. I love
the basket idea, etc, but it would not seem practical for me, due to
quantity, etc. I used to carry everything in divided trays in the
cardboard box my flexshaft came in. Sturdy, securely closable, and
very unlikely to be identified as the thing to steal. But it was
cumbersomely large. Now, I use a fabric tackle box. I bought a huge
one, at a sports store, that came with fitting compartmented trays
with hinged lids. It has two main sections that zip apart, each
about 15" x 10" x 7"or so high. I use one to carry supplies to where
I teach, and the other for jewelry. There are a number of extra
pockets and things, many of which can zip off. Very adaptable,
light, strong, with a shoulder strap and handles. My “worm-proof
cases” (remember them from a previous thread?) fit perfectly, and
flat pieces go in those. Earrings and other potentially crushable
pieces go in the plastic trays. It is less “camoflaged” than my
cardboard box, but it cannot spill, fits where I need it to, and
doesn’t scream “steal me!” like a traditional sample case.
Mine was made by “Tackle Station”. You can see it, or one much like
it, at http://www.camping-hunting.com/hunt/flambeau04.shtml. Have
fun!
–Noel
