So I thought I'd better post at least a few pics of the current state of my studio, even though it's not totally done (and may not be until I have more time after QuiltMarket).
Because some of you just aren't able to sleep at night due to the suspense I've inadvertantly created the past 3 months about this silly room of mine (har har...never fear, I'm not so full of myself as to think that for half a second).
Later on I'll post a bunch of pictures, plus the "before" pics so you can see how drastic the change has been all in one post. No time for that tonight though.
See that adorable postcard of The Three Bear's chairs? It's from the incredibly talented Sarah Jane - so very fun.
Lori T, do you recognize that Christmas card? I love it to pieces, it's one of my very favorites.
A most important mantra for me, especially this month! I bought the print on Etsy, then framed it up.
Stacks and stacks of my favorite fabrics...hopefully very soon I'll be able to add my own fabrics to the pile!
I bought these gorgeous, hand-printed copies of the famous prints you see here while in Japan 3 years ago. The originals were made in the 1700's, I think. It's a little painful to look at the tidal wave one now, in light of the heart-wrenching devastation the Japanese people are enduring due to the earthquake/tsunami. So very, very tragic.
My drawers were bulging with my, um, extensive ribbon inventory, so I made this wall-mounted system to help alleviate the space-gobbling problem. Besides, now I can look at the pretty colors all the time!
I used inexpensive IKEA spice rack shelves, added a bit of wooden trim around the front and sides, then painted them and mounted them on a sheet of thin plywood.
I made the frame by cutting the back out of lengths of brick molding to create picture frame molding (which is a 2-person job on the table saw, actually - thanks, Steve!) When the molding was all made, I then cut the pieces to size and glued+nailed the mitered corners. And of course the paint came last. I went a little crazy with those dots, but you know me and polka dots!
Okay, well, that's all I have time for at this point...I'll post a bigger, more complete photo gallery later on but this should at least satisfy a bit of curiousity for now. Just in case any of you out there were, indeed, curious!
I love it! Seriously. Perfection!
Posted by: Emilie | April 12, 2011 at 10:37 PM
it looks great! good job! how is your fabric line coming? i will see you at market!
Posted by: carol baker | April 13, 2011 at 02:38 AM
Oh my! Those perfect stacks of fabric, ribbon and spools of thread almost make me giddy! How can you not be happy and creative in an environment like that. Simply fantastic! And, I have "Keep Calm and Carry On" (but mine's painted on a board) hanging in my living room. Must be good advice for gals such as us. :) Congrats on a job WELL done and good luck with all the other projects coming up!
Posted by: Natalie Rose | April 13, 2011 at 04:02 AM
Wow, it looks AMAZING!!! Love the colors you used, and all of those spools of organized ribbon and stacks of color-coordinated fabric make me swoon! Love it all!
Posted by: Heather L. | April 13, 2011 at 05:09 AM
It looks fantastic. I'm sorry it was all so stressful but now you have a lovely, beautiful space to create your lovely, beautiful stuff!
Posted by: DeAnn | April 13, 2011 at 05:33 AM
I actually have been curious about this room. I haven't been losing sleep, but you must have! Your energy and productivity astounds me. I'm pretty sure you live in an alternate universe than me where things actually get done. But I really love to peek in!
Posted by: Sarah Cresap | April 13, 2011 at 08:57 AM
Beautiful! It must be so satisfying for you to get to work in there, surrounded by so much beauty and order! Well done! Can't wait to see the rest.
Posted by: Jenna Consolo | April 13, 2011 at 11:32 AM
It looks great. You have accomplished so much since I have seen you last. I love following your blog:)
Posted by: Trisha McGary | April 13, 2011 at 12:41 PM
Thank you SOOO much everyone! I really appreciate all your enthusiastic support, it totally makes my day. Thanks again!
Posted by: shelley | April 13, 2011 at 09:40 PM
It looks awesome and I love the pictures, your picture board and the ribbon holder they are amazing!!!
The mantra is awesome!! Good luck with getting ready for market and I am sure it will go great for you because you are talented!!
I would love to see a photo of your booth from quilt market once it happens!!
Posted by: wendi | April 14, 2011 at 03:06 PM
I absolutely love what you have done! My favorite has to be the storage for the ribbons. My mind keeps returning to the new table saw I received for Christmas and the wood I have in the garage. As soon as school is out for the summer I will be making some to store my ribbon in! My hands are practically itching to get started on improving my sewing room! Thanks for the wonderful ideas you have given me!
Posted by: Melinda Baum | April 20, 2011 at 04:44 AM
beautiful! where did you get that cute ornate white framed mirror?
Posted by: Muffin | May 18, 2011 at 03:21 PM
Thanks Muffin!
I bought the framed mirror at Home Goods several months ago, it was one of those one-of-a-kind bargains. The chances of you finding an exact duplicate are pretty slim, but Home Goods routinely has a great selection of unique mirrors. Best wishes on finding one you love!
Posted by: shelley | May 18, 2011 at 05:52 PM
Beautiful! The OCD side of me cannot even imagine such a well organized workshop! It is my dream to have a room as nice as this to do my sewing in someday!
Posted by: Jessica Hooper | May 19, 2011 at 11:53 AM
It looks awesome and very creative in an environment like that. I love following your blog:)
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