WOW, it has been two weeks since my last post and time has zoomed by!! I was hoping to be further along in the process but when you add in a magazine request for a craft how to, that pesky little thing called “work” and oh yeah- the 1st week of school…. well, I am sure you get the picture!
But never fear, forward movement has been made with space planning, thoughts of storage and even a few purchases!!
Here is a quick little collage for some inspiration -
To break it down, I am looking for simple storage solutions with tons of style! I love the vintage inspired wire basket for scraps- it is perfect for my style and still very functional. For me, out of site is out of mind! So, I need things front and center. I love the thought of using my scraps as a display feature. An overflowing basket is the perfect reminder that it is time to sit down and create something fun to share.
With all of my “stuff”, space planning is going to be key for me. I love the idea of having a wall of storage behind my desk. {photos included in the collage} I have even purchased two tall storage cabinets with glass doors on top and drawers on the bottom. I like the idea of swinging my chair around to a small table flanked by cabinets. Ellie, my trusty sewing machine has found a new home on this table.
Since the cabinets are made with very straight and simple lines, I am on the hunt for a desk that has more feminine details. This desk will be front and center in the space so it needs to be a statement piece. I am also considering a reclaimed table like the blue office space in the inspirational collage. Whatever I choose, I am sure it will be better than my current desk… aka- folding table. It is so not pretty but very functional! That means I am off to search the local antique shops, estate sales and web posts for the newest addition to the space. I am thinking this might take some time.
Wish me luck!
~Heather
I don’t think you need luck at all!!! It is coming together AMAZING!!! I can’t wait to see it completed!!! xoxoxo
The bottom left pic in the collage was my computer desktop for months! Even bought that aqua paint to paint the desk I’m going to refinish!
I love it! Just bee sure when picking out a “desk” that it is the correct height – that is so important when sewing. Check some of the online sources for sewing furniture. I got one too short and it was a literial pain in the neck
Hugs
Thanks for the tip Sharon! Yes, table height is key when sewing. I am still on the hunt. Checking a few more antique places next week. Fingers crossed!!
I love that three tiered basket, its looks sooo versatile. I would be changing up what its used for all the time. Since I cook, i see it for onion garlic and potatos right now. LOL
I’m so jealous! I love your studio! You have it fixed up so cute and I love the white. It frames all your colorful supplies so nicely. I share the home office with my husband (I’m looking at two Chicago Bulls posters as I type). And I sew and craft all over the house.
Your space is beautiful!
Thank you but please don’t be jealous. It is so not finished!! I am looking all over for a vintage table to use as a desk. So far, no joy. That means I am still typing and creating on that folding table in the pictures. But the space itself it wonderfully filled with light. That to me is priceless!