Papercraft & DiscArchivist
Hey, I’ve been trying to figure out the best way to make a delicate paper sleeve to protect old photos—do you have any tips on how to sort and label them so they stay in perfect condition?
DiscArchivist: First, use a 5‑by‑7 inch acetate sleeve with a matte finish so it doesn’t reflect light, then label each sleeve with a waterproof pen—date, subject, and a short description. Separate by era, then by event, then by person, and keep a master log in a physical ledger. Store the sleeves in a cool, dark drawer, not a plastic bin, and use acid‑free tissue between each set. That way the paper stays dry, the labels stay legible, and you’ve got a tidy system that’ll make future hunting a breeze.