- Where is my craft inventory data stored?
- All data — item details, photos, and colors — is stored in your browser's IndexedDB, which is a built-in local database. Nothing is uploaded to a server. This means your stash is private by design, but it is tied to the specific browser and device you're using. Use the Export JSON button to create a portable backup you can import on another device or browser.
- What kinds of craft supplies can I track?
- Anything you collect: yarn (with yardage in the quantity field), fabric (yards or metres), embroidery floss (skeins), beads (grams or packs), paint tubes, ink pads, paper, ribbon, or mixed-media supplies. The tag system lets you organize by material type, weight, technique, or project — however your brain works. Many makers use it as a yarn stash app, floss inventory, or bead organizer.
- How does the automatic color extraction work?
- When you upload a photo, the tool uses Color Thief — an open-source JavaScript library — to analyze the image and find the single most dominant color. It samples pixels from a scaled-down canvas version of your photo and clusters them to find the most prominent hue. You can accept the suggested color or override it manually with the color picker at any time. The extracted hex code is saved alongside the item and used for the color bar displayed on each card.
- Will my data disappear if I clear my browser cache?
- Clearing "cookies and site data" or "cached files" can wipe IndexedDB in most browsers. To protect your stash, export a JSON backup regularly using the Export JSON button — it contains all your items including photos as embedded Base64 strings. You can re-import it any time. Some browsers (Safari in private mode, for example) limit IndexedDB storage; use a regular (non-private) browser tab for the best experience.
- Can I export my inventory to a spreadsheet?
- Yes. Click Export CSV to download a spreadsheet-compatible file with all item fields (name, brand, quantity, color, tags, notes, and date added). Images are not included in CSV export since spreadsheets cannot embed them — use Export JSON for a full backup that includes photos. The JSON file can also be re-imported to restore your inventory exactly.