MadQuilter

I have a regular ironing board (no room for a rectangular one) for large pieces and I have a small ironing station right by my sewing table. That way I don't have to get up every time I need to press a seam.

One important part of the sewing space for me is lighting. I have an overhead light that reflects off the rulers a lot. A bit annoying but I haven't come up with a solution yet. Actually, I have an Ott desk lamp as a spot light as well. Did away with anything fluorescent and exchanged it for daylight bulbs. Those help greatly with color selections.

oksewglad

Take measurements of your space and your existing pieces you may want to keep. Then get out some graph paper and play with layouts. Is that a closet in the corner? Can it be used for fabric storage? Do you like or need your machine in front of the window? Observe your habits now and change what you don't like. An ironing station with a rectangular top and storage underneath is a plus, and like what was mentioned, a small board near your machine for press as you sew convenience. If one unit could be put on wheels which lock you can then move it at you convenience. Google sewing IKEA hacks for ideas, too. Best of luck and we are envious...

rhilkey

Fold down cutting/ironing board (like a murphy bed but higher), thread rack built into the inside of cupboard doors, lots of shelves, lots of light, extra plugins, design wall. I like Zozee's chocolate idea

oldtisme

They sell them at Lowe's, Home Depot etc. Can't remember exactly where I last seen them. One was built into my wall, it only lasted about a year when it started to droop so had to stop using it.
Jeri

lots2do

Just tell him you 'think' you'll use the drawer for thread...wink,wink.

Watson

Thanks for all the ideas.

We finished it today except for a few little details....I posted pics in the organization forum.

Watson

RST

Design wall is an essential for me -- the bigger the better.

And I'm another who puts great lighting in the essentials category.

lynnie

lots of shelving and storage would be at the top of my list.
love your funky flower quilt

jmoore

good lighting for sure (if you don't already have it). I just purchased a new floor lamp that stands along the side of my ironing surface... which is also where I do a lot of trimming of small pieces on a rotating mat.

Watson

Here's the thread with the "after" pics...

Watson

http://www.quiltingboard.com/mission...m-t276457.html