When I turned a bedroom into a sewing room, I started with the closet. I repainted it. Then bought and installed a closet saver all by myself. It was quicker and easier than gitting DH to do it. I also used the free shoe rack to store all my large cones of thread. There are so many different closet savers out there to choose from. I also have a banquet table raised up on bed risers. Easier on your back when doing a lot of cutting. I put plastic storage tubs under and also plastic stands with drawers. Unless DH or friend can make some storage units for under it. Old kitchen cabinets not being used can also be used, or found at a garage sale, thrift, neighbor etc. Do not forget the back of the door. Install a small design wall to it or a bullitin board. Out of sight unless needed.