I don't sew in my "sewing room". I have my cutting board, fabric neatly stored, a quilt rack and all my small tools for quilting etc. in there. But the one thing I really need for sewing is not in there. I love natural light and the end of my family room has a nice large window to let the sun into and this is where I love to sew. Since my DH passed away I have the whole house to myself so I can really get into the sewing mood and only stop when I want to stop. That window makes a world of difference for me. Sunshine is so wonderful for keeping a person in a good mood.

I know what you mean, my sewing room has great natural light too, which is great for hand quilting and my sewing machine is right under the window. At night I use my ott light it definitely helps with quilting at night.

Hubby has his man cave, I have my sewingroom. Every single thing in it relates to me and no one else...my collection of giraffes, sewing collectibles and thimble cabinet. Since there are scissors in the laundryroom, kitchen & both bathrooms there's no reason for anyone to even walk thru the door...except the dog and cat. Each has her favorite spot to curl up or stretch out while we keep each other company.

It's my "Mancave" and best not to enter without appointment :twisted:
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David

we have 2 spare bedrooms 1 is my dh's for his den the other is mine for my sewing/hamradio/computer/and cat stuff it is all mine my quiet space to get away lol with the kids grown and gone dont have to share with anyone and i love it :lol:

I like having a radio and a phone

I loved hearing what everyone loves about their sewing areas. I really see a common thread (LOL!) about it being their own private area. I realize that is what made me so happy about mine. It was all my stuff and I was making it just the way I wanted it, nobody messing it up all the time. I feel a twinge of regret about offering it to my quest (long story) even though I am glad I did and would do it again. All of my stuff is still in the room at one end and the bed is at the other end but it seems awkward trying to use it when someone is staying there. I have a table in the living room I am using right now but it makes our small living room a mess. So.... I have been trying to come up with a creative way to find some space maybe in the laundry room or ??? to set up a temporary space that isn't in the way all of the time and where I can find some quiet time!

I have a door that i can close and everything that I need to create and unwind. Now if only it was more organized.....

My sewing room was my daughters bedroom, when she moved out I took over. It's not a large room but,it is my sanctuary. I have every thing I need in there to make me a happy sewer.{including my stash of chocolate}

About four years ago we built a separate 400 sq. ft. quilting room just for me. I love it, it's not attached to the house and I feel like I am on a retreat. Two brother sewing machines an HQ16 long arm and tons of fabric. I am a happy camper!