quiltingshorttimer

be careful with this--know from my own experience and that of several other quilters,that sitting too long is harder on the body than getting up and moving every hour. One friend was told by her Doc to get up and walk around for about 5 min. out of every hour to prevent blood clots, stiffening of the back & shoulders, etc.

Jingle

I have a set of kitchen cabinets, base and uppers. Some are empty, really don't really need all of them. I got a big cutting table from Joanns. I bought a sewing cabinets from Wal Mart years ago and I have a 2x4' table I use on my left to hold quilt that I am quilting. I have two big closets with wire shelves for fabrics, batting etc. I made a square pressing board that sets on the counter. I have another three ironing boards, not used much and not set up. My room is pretty full but just me and my small dog is all that are in there. It is strictly for sewing.

lots2do

I have two spaces since we spend the year in two different places. In Florida, I have more space and am more set up than in Maine, so far.
Florida:
The second bedroom is mine except for when company comes. We have a blowup bed that goes in there then.
A white arrow sewing table that folds up for my Janome sits in the corner with a small Lifetime folding table next to it to support my projects.
A wall full of Ikea Expediet cabinets for storage and stash...
A large banquet table (also Lifetime) for cutting, mostly...
Another Lifetime 4 foot table to use as a desk but this hasn't been used much so I may rethink that.
Regular ironing board that stays up all the time, easily accessible, not in front of any bookshelves
I need an extra chair to sit in for handwork etc.
Everything folds so that when it becomes a guest room, there is room for guests!
This space has evolved. Once I started to actually sew in it, things had to be shifted around.

Maine:
Currently, I am also set up in a guest room that has a queen size bed in it, all the time. It isn't as big as the Floridian one We get a lot more company here so we need all the beds we can have.
I have another Arrow sewing table for the machine that lives here.
I have a big piece of shelving to put on the top of the washer and dryer to cut on. Perfect height but it is in a screened in porch so I have to take it down often. Not as ideal as I had thought it would be.
Regular ironing board.
Stash will probably live in under the bed boxes once I get more organized. DH researched and then bought these cool bed frames that eliminate the need for a box spring and allow you to put higher totes or two stacks of under the bed boxes under them.

Two things that I am still trying to figure out are the design walls for both places. They will need to come down when company comes.

I alternate between amused and a little frustrated when I see those pretty pictures of spaces with sewing machines on teeny tiny cute little vintage tables or desks. Probably the real sewing happens on a kitchen table or less attractive surface! I love to look at other people's sewing spaces,too, 'though!

Thanks for starting this thread. The pictures that have been posted here are great, too.

tessagin

My neighbor uses any bare wall space in all her rooms as design walls. Her family and friends never know what surprises they will see when they visit but is always something to start a conversation. Helps her spot any "errors" also.

deedum

very nice sewing room!

NoraB

For a design wall that is portable and folds up......check Cheryl's design wall on-line. I have 2 friends that have purchased the 72 X 72 one and they both love it! On Craigslist, I found one that is 54 X 54 for $50.00....but I decided that is too small for most of what I make. Good luck....I still don't have one...just use the guest bedroom bed!

NoraB

Just wanted to let everyone know, looks like this design wall is going down in price. Good deal if you are close (not sure if they would mail it to you). Anyway, it's listed in Craigs List - Albuquerque

ON SALE FOR $30 WAS $60.
This is a portable free standing design wall by Cheryl Ann's. "See before you Sew" model DW1W. There is missing 2 endcaps. All other frame parts are there and in good condition.
Fully portable -- 54″ x 54″ size collapses down to 5 x 5 x 21 inches and weighs less than 4.5 pounds. Easily assembled or stored in tote bag in just minutes. Convenient -- requires only 18 x 54 inches of floor space.
**A design wall is an almost indispensable quilter's tool, but they are not created equally. Cheryl Ann's Design Wall comes to you in a small tote bag. (THERE IS NOT ANY FLANNEL WITH THIS FRAME) flannel surface that is stretched tight on a stable frame. The flannel is a high quality, 100% cotton, preshrunk flannel that has been measured and sewn to fit the frame. Because it is stretched tight and standing at an angle, adherence is marvelous and pinning is never necessary. A design wall like this will help you create wonderful projects and sharpen your quilting skills. When you are finished, just fold it up and put it away.

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amyjo

U know for a design wall hang up a couple of the vinyl picnic tablecloths everyone used to use. Cheap but the flannel back holds your fabric on it nicely. Can have more than 1 if need more room. My sister in nv has 3 separate ones and she has works in progress on all

Peterswife

I just moved into the basement which my Mr. demolished & re-did the walls, electricals, lighting, floor, etc.,etc. My 503a slant is in that sewing cabinet, and in front of that is my Pfaff6 which is a Battle tank.

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Under the counter you can see some of my drawers to my Bonnie H scrap system..under the decoupaged case is my 1962 Necchi Nora. The 1st machine is my Pfaff select.


My sweet 1925 99-13...3/4 machine....working on Bonnie's pattern "Denim Rails"


My 1st ever design wall & I Love it.
My mid arm & 12' frame will be going into the other half of the basement...can't wait. Also a present from my Mr. He's one of the good ones.

NoraB

Wow, what a beautiful space! You have inspired me by your tidiness ........I'm in the middle of "refolding" fabric so I can see it. Your pictures are the inspiration to the goal! I love how you have a little doily underneath your featherweight! Thanks for the pictures......keeps us all motivated! And, love your worktable!