I am a hand quilter. I agree with getting distracted. I quilt in the evenings and when the news is over, I am supposed to head to bed. OFTEN I find myself looking at the clock and it is 2 a.m.
As for sewing...I PURPOSELY keep the cutting table and ironing board in a different room (Besides it won't fit in sewing room). But this forces me to get up and go to the iron. I am not as efficient but it is better for my body and health! This action helps me get more steps in each day.