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Sunday, May 15, 2011

How to make a spreadsheet for your pretties

I didn't dream that I would have requests for how to do this, but I did! (See "You might be a tablescaper if.." if you want to know what started it all.)


So here goes...


First, there are two ways you can do this: in a spreadsheet program or in a word processing program. They can be interchangeable. Because Word is the program you are likely to have, I am starting there. I will make a table in a Word document. It will work much like a spreadsheet.  I have made two short beginners' videos to help you. Turn up your volume. You can enlarge the videos to full screen by clicking on the icon at the lower right corner of each video.


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Part 2:




Post questions if you need help!
-Andrea :)




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12 comments:

  1. The TablescaperMay 15, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Wow! That is impressive!!!! Years ago I started an inventory but never kept up with it and it sure wasn't this detailed. I like how you track it. You've got me thinking, but it would take a week of my life to make the darn thing.PLEASE repost this for the "Where do you keep it all?" party in a few weeks.

    - The Tablescaper

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  2. LVMay 15, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Thank you for this great information and tips. I would never in my wildest dreams attempt this. I am not that technically inclined. It will be a great help to others.

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  3. Chari at Happy To DesignMay 15, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Hi Andrea...

    This is the most awesome idea ever! Thanks so much for sharing it with us for Sunday Favorites! I need to get busy and make a spread sheet for all my pretties...great way to be orgnanized!!!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari

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  4. AnonymousMay 15, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Andrea, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!! I am so excited you have done this for us. I can't wait to get started on mine. Now, I just have to stop playing with my dishes for awhile so I can get to it. :)
    Sincere thanks!
    Tammy

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  5. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 17, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Oh my word, this is awesome. I love the idea. You are so organized. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  6. The Charm of HomeMay 17, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    This is a brilliant idea. Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  7. edianeX3May 19, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Thanks, Andrea! This is so much better than having to look up things in my book. It has taken me a while, but I am almost done. This tutorial has made it much easier, too. I love having a brilliant daughter!!

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  8. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMay 19, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Wow- thanks for tutorial and thanks for sharing at FNF :)

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  9. SJ @ Homemaker On A DimeMay 29, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    Hi, there! Can you please share again your creativity with us at the Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop? Hope to see you there at the party :)

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  10. ScribblerJune 5, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Unfortunately I cannot see what you have posted. Maybe it is my computer?

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  11. Entertaining WomenJune 6, 2011 at 1:22 AM

    I keep a running inventory all the time. You're right...it's such a helpful idea. Cherry Kay

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  12. The TablescaperJune 7, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Thanks so much for being a part of my party. Your spread sheet and collection are soooo impressive.

    - The Tablescaper

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