Magic--the room sounds great! Yes, I too am more productive when I leave things out.
Magic
August 14, 2009
I got to take over my DD's bedroom when she moved out - I do dry crafts (sewing and needlepoint/cross-stitch and beading), and the bathroom's right out the door - I added a drop-leaf table (passed-down) to the outgrown furniture (doubles as guest room), which opens up the floor space when it's down and is big enough to cut on when pulled out (though I do prefer the hardwood floor) and sturdy enough for the sewing machine. I ran a shelf between a bookshelf and cabinet over the back of the table to hold baskets and supplies. I also added "cubes" to some already in there for storing art supplies in drawers and cubbies for projects or plastic beading boxes, as well as small bins for materials..
Because I tend to have several projects going at once, I have put up IKEA picture ledges (cheapest I could find) at various heights and arrangements to keep them out and available. I'd like to add shelving with a slant for beading boards, so I could lay out a project and brood over it. Winston Churchill had a system like that - you can also store stuff underneath if you use a piano hinge and a box.
It's amazing how productive I am now that I can leave stuff out.
DIY Maven
July 24, 2007
Don't tell anybody, but I've got a box or two still stashed away--it's stuff I don't use often, so I figure that's okay. And although the room's been finished for a couple months now, I still find myself bringing supplies home and getting down to work in the kitchen. Last time that happened Mr. Maven happened to call. He asked me where I was working and when I told him, he scolded me--deservedly so, I might add!
P.S. I like the pen/pencil thingy too. I think it's my favorite thing in there!
baconthecat
July 24, 2007
I am absolutely trembling with jealousy right now!!!!! You know, I thought the only way to keep pens and markers organized and looking good was to keep them OUT of sight, but you have changed my mind completely about that with that cute cupholder of yours!!! I also love how all the furniture matches! Even your assistant's little pet bed!! I also really like the colour of the walls! I'm patiently waiting to have my own little craft room as well; right now my supplies are in different boxes in different rooms, and I use different tables depending on my mood and what I'm making... Ah!!! Ok, you are officially banned... From making any more cute things!!! lol Just kidding! Keep them coming!!!!!! *pets the kitty through the computer screen*
perihelion
May 29, 2007
I really love that colour scheme, but we've sworn off of baby pinks and blues so people (read:family) don't think we're out to have kids just yet!
jasimar
May 24, 2007
This is ultrafantastic. You never fail to amaze and inspire me. Well done, DIYMaven.
badbadivy
May 17, 2007
Awesome! Very well done!
Surly
May 17, 2007
Oh, that will probably happen in the new house. Right now all we want to do is get ready to move. Thanks for the add!
felisaudis
May 17, 2007
Wow, so calm and welcoming! Great Job!
My room needs a *serious* overhaul! ::sigh::
DIY Maven
May 17, 2007
Thanks Surly! I think you should make your wife one ;)
DIY Maven
Magic--the room sounds great! Yes, I too am more productive when I leave things out.
Magic
I got to take over my DD's bedroom when she moved out - I do dry crafts (sewing and needlepoint/cross-stitch and beading), and the bathroom's right out the door - I added a drop-leaf table (passed-down) to the outgrown furniture (doubles as guest room), which opens up the floor space when it's down and is big enough to cut on when pulled out (though I do prefer the hardwood floor) and sturdy enough for the sewing machine. I ran a shelf between a bookshelf and cabinet over the back of the table to hold baskets and supplies. I also added "cubes" to some already in there for storing art supplies in drawers and cubbies for projects or plastic beading boxes, as well as small bins for materials..
Because I tend to have several projects going at once, I have put up IKEA picture ledges (cheapest I could find) at various heights and arrangements to keep them out and available. I'd like to add shelving with a slant for beading boards, so I could lay out a project and brood over it. Winston Churchill had a system like that - you can also store stuff underneath if you use a piano hinge and a box.
It's amazing how productive I am now that I can leave stuff out.
DIY Maven
Don't tell anybody, but I've got a box or two still stashed away--it's stuff I don't use often, so I figure that's okay. And although the room's been finished for a couple months now, I still find myself bringing supplies home and getting down to work in the kitchen. Last time that happened Mr. Maven happened to call. He asked me where I was working and when I told him, he scolded me--deservedly so, I might add!
P.S. I like the pen/pencil thingy too. I think it's my favorite thing in there!
baconthecat
perihelion
jasimar
badbadivy
Surly
felisaudis
Wow, so calm and welcoming! Great Job!
My room needs a *serious* overhaul! ::sigh::
DIY Maven
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