Yes, I do make messes when I work. However, when I finish one project I can't make myself start another until everything is tidied up again. Even after finishing a customer's quilt I put all rulers, thread, bobbins, etc. back in their place even if I am going to use them on the next quilt. I even vacuum the floor before I start another project. I know, I know, its crazy but its me. I have to start clean or I can't function. Now I'm in hiding until the paperwads stop.