This has been such a great experience to read all of your contributions. I guess my mess is probably equally related to most of your messes. It helps me to know I"m like the rest of you and not weird. You are all wonderful and wise quilters so I will take your suggestions and incorporate them into my new space. When I get it 'finished' I'll post a picture and explain what I have done to improve the situation.
If you have a sewing/quilting space you are proud of, please take a few pictures and share your words of wisdom.