Love a personal sewing room. I recently found a used 5 ft 8 drawer dresser for 75 $. I made two different sizes of ironing boards. I plan to refinish the dresser and paint it light gray. There is plenty of room for my cutting mat and the smaller ironing board at the same time. I put casters on it with locks. I like how tall it is and it doesn't hurt my back bending over it. I wanted an island like yours but couldn't afford it. You will enjoy all the space and visuals of your items to keep you creative. One object I would add is surround sound for music or an audio book. I feel a person's sewing space is personal to them.
The ironing board & mat I have are still to find a suitable location Melanie. I'm considering attaching the board to some drawers. I did have a sound system in my tiny room, but mostly use my ear buds and phone for audio to save on space. 😀
Looks good. You might try the white box shelves on each side of the window. That will free up some space behind you as you’re sewing and walking around the island.
When you have the electrician in, add an outlet to the ceiling- this is awesome for plugging in an iron, or anything electrical and not having cords across the floor. That would give you access to electrical even on your island.
That's a great tip! Chris and I discussed doing this for the iron, but I'll have too much else hanging from the ceiling. The room should be finished this week 😃
I definitely plan on going up Sue. There's so much valuable wall space still left to use. I'll definitely miss the view, and the birds. There's a small space outside where I'll hang some nice plants one day 🙂
Ohhh, a new machine to review, I’m so excited for you & the review! I would research online what IKEA offers as it looks like you are already pretty well setup without making the trip to Melbourne. Unless you are going to get the IKEA pegboard & accessories. But then you will be limited to always buying their accessories, a local sourced pegboard with accessories may be the better option. One idea…switch out the island cube connectors for a sliding locking connector & add 4 more casters to the island. This way you can unlock the island & move it out of the room when you need to convert the room for overnight guests. You can still add drop down leafs on the end, they will just have to be divided too & locked when in use. I’m guessing you could easily hide those island pieces in your former front sewing room while the new room is occupied.
Haha, I think I'll send guests out to the old sewing room before I give them my new room. It's a great idea to enable the island to split in two. Chris and I did discuss that option. When I get the top built, I think I'll make that removeable so it can store flat and out of the way. 😁
I have my sewing machine in front of my window. I love looking out and I love the light coming in the room. Facing the wall for me doesn’t work. Your sewing machine are beautiful! I like your room and how you have it. I so enjoy your videos. Look for to your next one. Happy New Year!
Thanks Diane. I did consider putting my machines at the window, but then my back is to the door. I'm not sure why, but I've always had a thing about my back to the door. Probably too many horror movies in my youth 😁
So exciting for you😀. Love the pegboard idea. Have you seen a similar idea at IKEA which is metal but white it's a great system. Happy sewing and shopping🤗🇬🇧
I am in the process of reorganizing my craft/sewing room too. So it is always great to see other peoples ideas. I am looking forward to seeing what you end up doing with your wall space as well. I would be interested in seeing anything that inspires your to create or come up with new ideas. Thank you for making these great videos!
Thanks Malisa. In planning my new space, I've learned that nothing will be big enough. I'm going to have to come up with some practical solutions to best use the space, and encourage me to keep it tidy 😀
Congratulations for your new room! The island is really great. The mirror has such a nice shape, why not painting it? Either with real nice colours or just "chalky" colour so it looks lighter. Have you considered putting hanging shelves to the walls to store things? I have it in the bedroom and living room and it gives me more "floor-space" to move around. If you use white doors on it, it won't give you the feeling thet the room is too packed, don't worry. Especially above your machines hanging shelves would make good use of the space and almost hide in that wardrobe- corner. The hanging kitchen elements from Ikea (also called "Metod" in Australia?) are quite stable - provided the wall is strong enough to hold it 😉 ..and under the bottom of such hanging shelves you could easily attach a good working light like in a kitchen counter. Let's see which creative ideas of yourself and others you can implement 🙂 Have fun! Love, Lale
I dont know about you but I need so much shelf space not only for storage but display as well I like shelving around the walls up high maybe in the wardrobe space above the peg boardI love the moveable island great room. I'm not a yellow person but I love your videos keep em up
Thanks Jenny. I'm thinking I'll need to go higher with my shelving. Make use of every bit of available space in the room. Shelving above the pegboard is a great idea 😁
Your room looks great!! Now can you come to the States and rearrange my room! 🙂 I am starting to declutter, we'll see how that goes as every time I walk into my sewing area I just want to sew not declutter!! Enjoy your new sewing room!
I picked up some gridwall (5 feet x 2 feet) from a store that was going out of business. I just got the wall mounts for it, and I have hooks & a couple shelves as well. My plan is to mount it sideways on the wall for my rulers, templates, scissors etc. My crafting room is quite small, I need to go vertical as well.
Your sunny sewing space is very inviting Christine. I love the idea of your mobile island cutting tables too. Bolts of fabric and as you mentioned, rolls, would fit easily , giving easy access. Were you considering replacing the window with glass doors? Looking forward to seeing your review of the new sewing machine.
Thanks Jess. In a few years, when I finish having a store front, I plan on running my alterations service from home. When that happens, I'll put in a door, and have a side entrance to the house for customers 😁
Thanks Pamela. I'm going to put the mirror into the spare room when my visiting son moves out. It's too big for my room, so I'll be sticking another one to the back of the door. That way I'll get more shelf space 😀
At the other end of your central workspace, under the 'over-hang', maybe some hooks to hang any long rulers you may have? I'm guessing you'll get to keep (and buy of course) that new sewing machine - sound like you are already smitten with it and with all your hard work over the past year I think you deserve it! I like your plastic storage boxes - so handy - I would keep them. Looking forward to the next instalment of your studio update 🤩
Thanks Lesley. I'm really hoping to keep that machine too. My original plan was to have pegboard at each end of my island, but then came up with the drop down side idea. I also think that as the room is still a little small, I would end up getting caught on the pegs as I walk around the table (I'm a bit of a clutz). I also have to keep things out of Coco's reach. She takes off with everything 🤣
wow u must be so happy it could not happen to a nicer lady i think my first instinct would be to put sewing machines in front of the windows for loads of light now that i think about it my machine is not in front of a window lol🤣🥰
Yes, Eduarda, normally I'd prefer the machines in front of the window for the light and the view, but I don't like my back to the door. I like to see who's sneaking up on me 🤣
This looks great! I like what you've done so far. I would only suggest turning your sewing machine to face outward. I don't know how you feel about it but I don't like not being able to see if someone is behind me or coming into my room. Also, a machine facing outward would allow long pieces being sewn together to flow over the edge of the sewing table instead of bunching up against the wall. I hope this helps.
I agree with you. I tried bringing my machines out away from the wall so that I am looking into the room, but it loses so much valuable space. The wall it's on now, is a wardrobe nook right next to the entry, so I dont have my back to the entrance. Though my back is to the window, and i don't like that either. It may yet change though as I've made sure shelving is small enough for me to move about when the urge strikes me 😀
Your room looks great. Can't wait to see it finished and your happy with it. I have lots of shelves, my husband built me a lovely big bench for all my machines and computer. Sadly I have no room for an industrial... oh well I shouldn't complain... It's so exciting to see that new industrial Machine and hear your review on it. Thanks again Christine.
Thanks Janet. I'm really keen to have a good play with the new machine. I've been guilty of hoarding machines before, and am trying to commit to just three this time. In that room at least. I still have the old sewing room 🤣
Love your room ! I have an old brown mirror, worse for wear. So I painted the frames white with chalk paint and it suits the room now Thanks for the tour.
I'd do that if it weren't so intrusive Jean. I need all the available space I can get. I'm going to take the mirror out of my old room and stick it to the back of the door 🙂
Love the idea of a drop down leaf for your table! Always need extra space for material. I'm excited to see how your room turns out Christine! Thanks for sharing..
Hi Christine! I just found your channel and I'm binging on it. lol. Have you thought about offering sewing classes? I think you'd be great at it. There aren't many around my big city (St. Louis, MO), and I imagine there might not be many where you live, yet it's a skill many women want. Love your shows.
You're an inspiration Christine. Genius layout for your new sewing room, I love it. Congratulations and I hope you enjoy many creative and successful hours of sewing in your new space.
I wonder if you might consider placing your island perpendicular and close to your window with the extension on the opposite side from the window. It might open up your room a little more that way and could still be moved since it's on wheels. Love the color and the hardwood floors. Have fun!!! 😊
I tried that Susan, and as long as I have the bench close to the window it will work. Asthetically though, I think the bench looks better the orientation it is now, but if I do have the drop down top, I may need to change it. Once I've put the other cabinets and shelves in, I'll have a play and see what I like best 😀
Wow. You’ve made incredible progress. Especially love the DropDown end to your center unit. That’s brilliant. If you can get a central ceiling light right over the cutting table that would be great.
Thanks Cyn. I'm planning on a huge light running across the cutting table. I may also need one over the sewing machines. That corner seems a little dark too 😁
Very good room ideas. Think you have chosen well. Look forward to seeing how your new machine works. Not heard of one before. If I was choosing I would maybe agree with your plans I think. Look forward to seeing finished room. I bet coco will enjoy his time in there with you. Hehe
That’s looking awesome,that new machine looks beautiful.I agree with you about pegboards they are brilliant.Here in England IKEA have white plastic sloping front storage boxes which stack on top of each other in the kitchen area .I have some ,I keep scissors,tape measures and thing you use all the time .They don’t take up much room and because the front slopes you can get your hand in easily.Just an idea,I find mine to be ideal because they stack.Looking forward to seeing more. Also IKEA have a large cork board which is really cheap perfect for notes pattern piece etc.
Hi Christine. Happy new year, happy new sewing room, its a fabulous set up. Congrats on getting to trial the new machine, I hope you do get to keep it. Enjoy your trip to Ikea.
Love what you’ve done so far. Kmart sells cube storage. The 2x4 units were $39 each. I don’t know if they are close to you or if you would consider them as an option. Check them out online and see what you think. I couldn’t afford IKEA at the time I was setting up my rooms. You might also find a “bed” for Coco there (Kmart) too. Castors on these shelving units I have also found useful. My mistake was to only use castors on the 4 cube units. Can’t wait to see what you do next and the review on the new machine. I have filled my units with cubes which I bought from Bunnings. I got the colour I wanted in the numbers I needed. The cubes work like drawers. A note for the unwary, these fabric cubes were fabulous for a few years (7-8 years) until recently. The direct sunlight isn’t kind to them. They are Disintegrating. The fabric cubes not in direct sunlight are still perfect. 🤔
Thanks Narelle. I was in Kmart the other day, but I was all shopped out. I've had the fabric boxes before, but am thinking I might put little drawers and doors instead. So many options 😋
Looks good, just a thought how about putting Kallax 1x4 or 2x4 mounted on the wall, either above sewing machine (down lights installed underneath the cabinet) and any dead wall space. You can also get pegboard from Ikea that are doors for the kallax range. I have a 4x4 kallax with a 2x4 kallax on top (secured to each other and the wall) which gives me more storage and reduces dead space that easily can get cluttered with " I'll just pop that there for now" bits and bobs." Have fun playing around with it.
I've been looking into the Kallax systems Humphrey. There are so many great options. I'm going to go as high a I can in the room, and the downlights are a great idea. 😀
Another thought if you do put cabinets above works area with down lights, because of filming would it be worth looking at a way to hold your camera/phone on a track system that you could move and position as needed.
Love it! I love your machines! I have all mine set down into the table and feel it makes sewing so much better! I am looking forward to more videos from you in your new space!
The room is looking great, lots of useful storage, I think I might do the same with the island bench, great idea! Also looking forward to seeing what you make on the new machine 😊
A suggestion for your cutting table top - if you get a large magnetic whiteboard you can put a cutting mat on top and use strong skittle magnets as pins. If your cutting mat does not fully cover the whiteboard you can use it as a whiteboard to write temporary notes. Some whiteboards have a soft pinnable surface on the back. I have a 90 x 180cm whiteboard which is relatively easy to move. Larger sizes such as 120 x 180cm are available, but they often have a magnetic surface on both sides to help with rigidity, but this makes them heavier and harder to move. Ideally your overlocker should be on a table a little lower than your sewing machine, because the working height on overlockers is higher. Could you for a small adjustable height desk in your sewing corner? If it was on wheels and winds up high enough you could use it as a temporary cutting table extension. I used two large Ikea Ivar cabinets on wheels as my cutting table base. Not as versatile as the cube cabinets, but when your sewing room is an upstairs bedroom line furniture helps to keep the weight down. Pine weighs a lot less than mdf. Large amounts of fabric and books can be heavy
That's a really great suggestion for the table top Helen. I'll check that out. The cutting mat I'd like is 90 x 180 cm. Not sure yet if I'll have quite enough room though. I have an overlocker and a sewing machine that will need to go on a lower surface than my industrial, but I've allocated space for those🙂
Hi Christine! Love the new room! I have a craft/sewing room that I made a ironing/cutting table for. I used 3 2x2 cubes, 2 back to back and one across the end, so a little smaller than yours. I had 3/4” boards cut for top and bottom. Both pieces have 1/4 rounds glued onto them. The bottom board holds the 3 2x2s in place snuggly, as does the top, but top board is oversized. This way, the top can be removed and the whole thing easily disassembled as it won’t fit through the door as is. Anyway, I thought you might like that idea for the top of yours. Also wanted to ask….I’ve purchased cotton labels from same company you use. Do you seal the short ends with fray check? I’ve only used a couple so far but noticed them unraveling.
Hi Cathy, I originally planned on using the 3 2x2 cubes to make my island as well. I think I'll make the top removeable in case I need the room in the future. I don't fray check the labels as they've never come apart. Mine are the "Classic woven labels" I wonder if it may be worth contacting the supplier.🙂
where you have the machines on the back wall is it possible that you can also have camera on an arm that folds back out of the way , i just brought a flexible i pad holder so i can watch and sew its will be attached to my filing shelves and swing across to allow me to watch you and other u-tubers while I sew .
Thank you Lyn, and welcome. I have links in the description box of my videos that will direct you to both labels that I use. The metal ones are from Alibaba, and the link there are from the people I ordered from. They were great to deal with😃
oooooo loving it Christine, could you give the measurements of the room? it would be good to get an idea of the space you started with. I have a tiny craft room and I'd love to have an island like that I'm looking to possibly move into one of the other rooms and do a swap so it would be good to know how much space I'd need in a room to accommodate :) I have to say I do struggle with the cluttered look that open everything gives but I understand it makes working in a room much easier all mine is also open with the exception of a draw unit in my desk and two ground cupboards.
Donna, my room measures 3.60 mtrs (window wall) x 2.75 mtrs. opposite the window wall is the wardrobe nook which is 2.5mtrs long and 45cm deep. I totally agree with the cluttered look with open shelving, but this might actually help me to keep things tidier. Behind the closed doors in my other room, you have to hope nothing falls out each time I open them 🙂
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Thank you so much :) I have visions of Monica Gellars secret cupboard now. I'm going on a major declutter this year I'm feeling the heaviness of stuff! so I'm sharing that on my channel because though I hate mess it's very hard to keep it at bay when there is so much stuff! Being crafty and being a neat freak are two sides of a very frustrated me lol
Jenny, currently I'm using Ultimate Guard comic boards, but also use a heavy weight card/paper that I get from office supplies stores (I just cut it in half). I don't know enough about them to have a preference 😀
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs thank you so much for the info. I’m looking for a better system than storing everything in zip lock bags and it getting all creased and not great for the planet 🌎
The only comment I would like to make but because I live in the U.K. this might not be relevant. Where you’ve got your sewing machines set up, you’d be working in your own light. Perhaps the might do better by the window for more natural light, but I know you’ve got ideas for changes there.
Normally I'd like the light from the window Gerry, but it would mean my back was to the door. I have a fear of that. I'll be installing some overhead lights above the machines though 😀
I would suggest you attach a mirror to the back of the door, then a space for set of drawers or cubes.
That's a fabulous idea Carol. Definitely something that I'll do. Mirrors take up so much valuable floor space in a room.
So EXCITED for you!! …and SO jealous! You deserve this and I know you will enjoy it immensely!! So will Coco!!! Here’s to you girl🎉🍷🎉👍💜
Thanks Tina. I've been telling Chris that I've already outgrown it😀
Wow. A new machine. I like what I see, so far. You lucky Lady.
I love this machine Arvetta. Now I just have to justify owning it 😁
A lovely new room to be creative. Lovely layout and will be brighter with new lighting. Enjoy. You have worked hard for the new room.
Thanks Dee. I'm loving it 😁
Very nice room.👌 😍
Thanks for sharing.
Most welcome Doris😊
I’m actually a little jealous. It’s an awesome space.
Thanks Roberta 😁
You have made huge progress! Definitely take time before buying much more to "live in it" your mind may change...🥰👍
Thanks Sue. I'm likely to change my mind every day, but I'm patiently waiting until next week before I shop again 🤣
Can't wait to see all of it finished.
Me too Lori 🙂
I love your new space. I wish I had more room for a cutting island.
Thanks Myra. I've wanted one for years, I'm so pleased with it 😀
Love a personal sewing room. I recently found a used 5 ft 8 drawer dresser for 75 $. I made two different sizes of ironing boards. I plan to refinish the dresser and paint it light gray. There is plenty of room for my cutting mat and the smaller ironing board at the same time. I put casters on it with locks. I like how tall it is and it doesn't hurt my back bending over it. I wanted an island like yours but couldn't afford it. You will enjoy all the space and visuals of your items to keep you creative. One object I would add is surround sound for music or an audio book. I feel a person's sewing space is personal to them.
The ironing board & mat I have are still to find a suitable location Melanie. I'm considering attaching the board to some drawers. I did have a sound system in my tiny room, but mostly use my ear buds and phone for audio to save on space. 😀
I'd be most excited about the new machine too!!❤
It is a great machine Georgy 😍
Looks good. You might try the white box shelves on each side of the window. That will free up some space behind you as you’re sewing and walking around the island.
Great idea Aaron. Thank you 😀
When you have the electrician in, add an outlet to the ceiling- this is awesome for plugging in an iron, or anything electrical and not having cords across the floor. That would give you access to electrical even on your island.
That's a great tip! Chris and I discussed doing this for the iron, but I'll have too much else hanging from the ceiling. The room should be finished this week 😃
Fabulous use of the layout. I try to remember the ikea mantra, when short of space, go up. Will you miss your garden view and the birds?
I definitely plan on going up Sue. There's so much valuable wall space still left to use. I'll definitely miss the view, and the birds. There's a small space outside where I'll hang some nice plants one day 🙂
love the space, I would change the mirror to a white/silver rectangle one but it looks great.
Thanks Sharon. I'm thinking secured behind the door. Then I'll have more room for storage. This mirror will end up in our spare room 😀
I’m loving your island.
Thanks Teresa. I think it's the most functional part so far 🙂
You are always so organized! Neat.
Haha, I usually clean first Marcia, though in my new room I'm trying to be more disciplined😃
Love the island. always wanted to do that for storage ad cutting. Room too small. Wow on the sewing machine
Haha, I'm loving the machine Colleen 😁
Ohhh, a new machine to review, I’m so excited for you & the review! I would research online what IKEA offers as it looks like you are already pretty well setup without making the trip to Melbourne. Unless you are going to get the IKEA pegboard & accessories. But then you will be limited to always buying their accessories, a local sourced pegboard with accessories may be the better option. One idea…switch out the island cube connectors for a sliding locking connector & add 4 more casters to the island. This way you can unlock the island & move it out of the room when you need to convert the room for overnight guests. You can still add drop down leafs on the end, they will just have to be divided too & locked when in use. I’m guessing you could easily hide those island pieces in your former front sewing room while the new room is occupied.
Haha, I think I'll send guests out to the old sewing room before I give them my new room. It's a great idea to enable the island to split in two. Chris and I did discuss that option. When I get the top built, I think I'll make that removeable so it can store flat and out of the way. 😁
New sewing room looks fabulous! Can’t wait to see the next stage. Loved watching Coco “helping” you put the shelves together!
Thanks Dianne. Coco was very cute until she ran off with my dowels 🤣
Looks good. I would suggest a Venetian blind and ditch the curtains! 🤔🍍
I'm a curtain lover Anne, though if I ever put a sliding door in, I'll most likely do that 🙂`
I love your dog a not so good help. Your room will be brilliant ❤❤
Thanks Julie. I'm sure Coco thinks she was very helpful 😆
I have my sewing machine in front of my window. I love looking out and I love the light coming in the room. Facing the wall for me doesn’t work. Your sewing machine are beautiful! I like your room and how you have it. I so enjoy your videos. Look for to your next one. Happy New Year!
Thanks Diane. I did consider putting my machines at the window, but then my back is to the door. I'm not sure why, but I've always had a thing about my back to the door. Probably too many horror movies in my youth 😁
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs i completely agree with you. I don’t like my back to the door, but I love the light more.
It’s always fun to get into a new space and design it the way you want it. Love the yellow walls, my favorite color!
We have very bright walls in every room of our house Kathy. Green and yellow are my fav. 🙂
So exciting for you😀. Love the pegboard idea. Have you seen a similar idea at IKEA which is metal but white it's a great system. Happy sewing and shopping🤗🇬🇧
Thanks Mrs Miggins. I'm looking forward to checking them out when I go shopping next week 😀
It looks fabulous
Thanks Julie 🙂
I am in the process of reorganizing my craft/sewing room too. So it is always great to see other peoples ideas. I am looking forward to seeing what you end up doing with your wall space as well. I would be interested in seeing anything that inspires your to create or come up with new ideas. Thank you for making these great videos!
Thanks Malisa. In planning my new space, I've learned that nothing will be big enough. I'm going to have to come up with some practical solutions to best use the space, and encourage me to keep it tidy 😀
Congratulations for your new room! The island is really great. The mirror has such a nice shape, why not painting it? Either with real nice colours or just "chalky" colour so it looks lighter. Have you considered putting hanging shelves to the walls to store things? I have it in the bedroom and living room and it gives me more "floor-space" to move around. If you use white doors on it, it won't give you the feeling thet the room is too packed, don't worry. Especially above your machines hanging shelves would make good use of the space and almost hide in that wardrobe- corner. The hanging kitchen elements from Ikea (also called "Metod" in Australia?) are quite stable - provided the wall is strong enough to hold it 😉 ..and under the bottom of such hanging shelves you could easily attach a good working light like in a kitchen counter. Let's see which creative ideas of yourself and others you can implement 🙂 Have fun! Love, Lale
They're great ideas Lale. I've been getting some amazing suggestions too. I like to overhead shelving idea too 😀
I dont know about you but I need so much shelf space not only for storage but display as well I like shelving around the walls up high maybe in the wardrobe space above the peg boardI love the moveable island great room. I'm not a yellow person but I love your videos keep em up
Thanks Jenny. I'm thinking I'll need to go higher with my shelving. Make use of every bit of available space in the room. Shelving above the pegboard is a great idea 😁
Your room looks great!! Now can you come to the States and rearrange my room! 🙂 I am starting to declutter, we'll see how that goes as every time I walk into my sewing area I just want to sew not declutter!! Enjoy your new sewing room!
Haha, I'm up for that Karen. I love organizing things 😁
I picked up some gridwall (5 feet x 2 feet) from a store that was going out of business. I just got the wall mounts for it, and I have hooks & a couple shelves as well. My plan is to mount it sideways on the wall for my rulers, templates, scissors etc. My crafting room is quite small, I need to go vertical as well.
It's amazing how much we can fit on the available wall space 😀
Love the way your new space Is designed. The movable Island is a great idea. Looking forward to seeing your completed area. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Claudette. I'm looking forward to its completion as well 😀
Very nice sewing room
Coco approved the new furniture 😁
The golden yellow wall brings such a joyful, warm atmosphere.
Thanks for sharing Christine
Thanks Roni. Coco certainly approved of the cardboard. She's our little shredder🤣
Your sunny sewing space is very inviting Christine. I love the idea of your mobile island cutting tables too. Bolts of fabric and as you mentioned, rolls, would fit easily , giving easy access. Were you considering replacing the window with glass doors? Looking forward to seeing your review of the new sewing machine.
Thanks Jess. In a few years, when I finish having a store front, I plan on running my alterations service from home. When that happens, I'll put in a door, and have a side entrance to the house for customers 😁
Your new sewing room looks really good the mirror you could paint it or make it look a bit disstressed
Thanks Pamela. I'm going to put the mirror into the spare room when my visiting son moves out. It's too big for my room, so I'll be sticking another one to the back of the door. That way I'll get more shelf space 😀
lovely room, Coco is a great supervisor, even jumped in to take away some boxes lol. sweet pooch
Haha, she also stole my dowels 😁
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs too funny
At the other end of your central workspace, under the 'over-hang', maybe some hooks to hang any long rulers you may have? I'm guessing you'll get to keep (and buy of course) that new sewing machine - sound like you are already smitten with it and with all your hard work over the past year I think you deserve it! I like your plastic storage boxes - so handy - I would keep them. Looking forward to the next instalment of your studio update 🤩
Thanks Lesley. I'm really hoping to keep that machine too. My original plan was to have pegboard at each end of my island, but then came up with the drop down side idea. I also think that as the room is still a little small, I would end up getting caught on the pegs as I walk around the table (I'm a bit of a clutz). I also have to keep things out of Coco's reach. She takes off with everything 🤣
i would hang a pegboard on the back of the door to hang zip lock bags with bull dog clips for all you findings zip pull's roll's of zip's etc etc...
Nice idea Hazel. Electrician is coming this week, so I'll be able to show off finished room soon 😀
wow u must be so happy it could not happen to a nicer lady i think my first instinct would be to put sewing machines in front of the windows for loads of light now that i think about it my machine is not in front of a window lol🤣🥰
Yes, Eduarda, normally I'd prefer the machines in front of the window for the light and the view, but I don't like my back to the door. I like to see who's sneaking up on me 🤣
How exciting! Your room is gonna be awesome. Thanks for sharing.
Thans Terri. I'm loving it already 😀
Fantastic 👌🏻
Thanks Carole 😁
Helpful Cocoa..
Isn't she just. I had to buy back the dowels she stole with treats 🤣
This looks great! I like what you've done so far. I would only suggest turning your sewing machine to face outward. I don't know how you feel about it but I don't like not being able to see if someone is behind me or coming into my room. Also, a machine facing outward would allow long pieces being sewn together to flow over the edge of the sewing table instead of bunching up against the wall. I hope this helps.
I agree with you. I tried bringing my machines out away from the wall so that I am looking into the room, but it loses so much valuable space. The wall it's on now, is a wardrobe nook right next to the entry, so I dont have my back to the entrance. Though my back is to the window, and i don't like that either. It may yet change though as I've made sure shelving is small enough for me to move about when the urge strikes me 😀
Your room looks great. Can't wait to see it finished and your happy with it. I have lots of shelves, my husband built me a lovely big bench for all my machines and computer. Sadly I have no room for an industrial... oh well I shouldn't complain...
It's so exciting to see that new industrial
Machine and hear your review on it.
Thanks again Christine.
Thanks Janet. I'm really keen to have a good play with the new machine. I've been guilty of hoarding machines before, and am trying to commit to just three this time. In that room at least. I still have the old sewing room 🤣
Love your room ! I have an old brown mirror, worse for wear. So I painted the frames white with chalk paint and it suits the room now Thanks for the tour.
I'd do that if it weren't so intrusive Jean. I need all the available space I can get. I'm going to take the mirror out of my old room and stick it to the back of the door 🙂
Your room is looking great Christine. Can't wait for the next tour.
Thanks Alison. Can't wait to go shopping 😀
Love the idea of a drop down leaf for your table! Always need extra space for material. I'm excited to see how your room turns out Christine! Thanks for sharing..
Thanks Wendy. I'm looking forward to finishing it 😁
I love the island set-up. Can’t wait to see the finished room.
Thanks Loraine. I think the island is my favourite part, expecially since I can move it to make room for guests 🙂
Well done Christine. Wishing you many happy hours/years in your well thought out sewing room. Loved watching your doggy “help” you 😂❤
Haha, Coco ran off with the dowels I needed to secure the drawers. They ended up all the way to the kitchen🤣🤣
Hi Christine! I just found your channel and I'm binging on it. lol. Have you thought about offering sewing classes? I think you'd be great at it. There aren't many around my big city (St. Louis, MO), and I imagine there might not be many where you live, yet it's a skill many women want. Love your shows.
Thank you, and welcome! I used to teach sewing when I had room in my shop. Would love to do it now, but don't have the time or space 😀
Congratulations on the new sewing room Christine, very exciting. New year, new workshop, onwards and upwards my dear. Xx
Absolutely Mary 😀
You're an inspiration Christine. Genius layout for your new sewing room, I love it. Congratulations and I hope you enjoy many creative and successful hours of sewing in your new space.
Thank you so much Claire 😀
Absolutely love the room. So excited to see you sew on the ProSew. Great start to the new year !
Thanks Mary. Sure is a great start so far 😀
What a great start on your new sewing room. Thank you
Thanks Cynthia. I'm having lots of fun 🙂
I wonder if you might consider placing your island perpendicular and close to your window with the extension on the opposite side from the window. It might open up your room a little more that way and could still be moved since it's on wheels. Love the color and the hardwood floors. Have fun!!! 😊
I tried that Susan, and as long as I have the bench close to the window it will work. Asthetically though, I think the bench looks better the orientation it is now, but if I do have the drop down top, I may need to change it. Once I've put the other cabinets and shelves in, I'll have a play and see what I like best 😀
Wow. You’ve made incredible progress. Especially love the DropDown end to your center unit. That’s brilliant. If you can get a central ceiling light right over the cutting table that would be great.
Thanks Cyn. I'm planning on a huge light running across the cutting table. I may also need one over the sewing machines. That corner seems a little dark too 😁
Ooh. That's all looking really good. I've been wondering how it was coming along.
I'm happy so far, but amazed at how quickly I've run out of room 🙂
Very good room ideas. Think you have chosen well. Look forward to seeing how your new machine works. Not heard of one before. If I was choosing I would maybe agree with your plans I think. Look forward to seeing finished room. I bet coco will enjoy his time in there with you. Hehe
Thanks Karen. I might have to make Coco a new mat to lie on 🙂
That’s looking awesome,that new machine looks beautiful.I agree with you about pegboards they are brilliant.Here in England IKEA have white plastic sloping front storage boxes which stack on top of each other in the kitchen area .I have some ,I keep scissors,tape measures and thing you use all the time .They don’t take up much room and because the front slopes you can get your hand in easily.Just an idea,I find mine to be ideal because they stack.Looking forward to seeing more. Also IKEA have a large cork board which is really cheap perfect for notes pattern piece etc.
Thanks Eve. I'll look out for those boxes next week 🙂
Hi Christine. Happy new year, happy new sewing room, its a fabulous set up. Congrats on getting to trial the new machine, I hope you do get to keep it. Enjoy your trip to Ikea.
Thanks Louise. Looking forward to my shopping trip 😁
Love what you’ve done so far. Kmart sells cube storage. The 2x4 units were $39 each. I don’t know if they are close to you or if you would consider them as an option. Check them out online and see what you think. I couldn’t afford IKEA at the time I was setting up my rooms. You might also find a “bed” for Coco there (Kmart) too. Castors on these shelving units I have also found useful. My mistake was to only use castors on the 4 cube units. Can’t wait to see what you do next and the review on the new machine.
I have filled my units with cubes which I bought from Bunnings. I got the colour I wanted in the numbers I needed. The cubes work like drawers. A note for the unwary, these fabric cubes were fabulous for a few years (7-8 years) until recently. The direct sunlight isn’t kind to them. They are Disintegrating. The fabric cubes not in direct sunlight are still perfect. 🤔
Thanks Narelle. I was in Kmart the other day, but I was all shopped out. I've had the fabric boxes before, but am thinking I might put little drawers and doors instead. So many options 😋
Looks good, just a thought how about putting Kallax 1x4 or 2x4 mounted on the wall, either above sewing machine (down lights installed underneath the cabinet) and any dead wall space. You can also get pegboard from Ikea that are doors for the kallax range. I have a 4x4 kallax with a 2x4 kallax on top (secured to each other and the wall) which gives me more storage and reduces dead space that easily can get cluttered with " I'll just pop that there for now" bits and bobs." Have fun playing around with it.
I've been looking into the Kallax systems Humphrey. There are so many great options. I'm going to go as high a I can in the room, and the downlights are a great idea. 😀
Another thought if you do put cabinets above works area with down lights, because of filming would it be worth looking at a way to hold your camera/phone on a track system that you could move and position as needed.
ooh, now you're getting technical on me Humphrey. This is a fabulous idea 😀
Love it! I love your machines! I have all mine set down into the table and feel it makes sewing so much better! I am looking forward to more videos from you in your new space!
I can't wait to get settled Laura 🙂
The room is looking great, lots of useful storage, I think I might do the same with the island bench, great idea! Also looking forward to seeing what you make on the new machine 😊
Thanks Sharon. The new machine is a dream to use 🙂
Love your new space. Congratulations! I used cube shelving also I love being able to see my fabric and sort it by theme
Thanks BG. I'm hoping by having it all open, I might keep it tidier 😁
I've only just realised that Nagambie is in Victoria! I thought you were in Queensland... I should take a drive from here in Ballarat!🤣😂
You definitely should Sharon. Take a few days off. It's a beautiful little town 😀
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs I'll bring the Greyhound 😊
A suggestion for your cutting table top - if you get a large magnetic whiteboard you can put a cutting mat on top and use strong skittle magnets as pins. If your cutting mat does not fully cover the whiteboard you can use it as a whiteboard to write temporary notes. Some whiteboards have a soft pinnable surface on the back. I have a 90 x 180cm whiteboard which is relatively easy to move. Larger sizes such as 120 x 180cm are available, but they often have a magnetic surface on both sides to help with rigidity, but this makes them heavier and harder to move. Ideally your overlocker should be on a table a little lower than your sewing machine, because the working height on overlockers is higher. Could you for a small adjustable height desk in your sewing corner? If it was on wheels and winds up high enough you could use it as a temporary cutting table extension. I used two large Ikea Ivar cabinets on wheels as my cutting table base. Not as versatile as the cube cabinets, but when your sewing room is an upstairs bedroom line furniture helps to keep the weight down. Pine weighs a lot less than mdf. Large amounts of fabric and books can be heavy
That's a really great suggestion for the table top Helen. I'll check that out. The cutting mat I'd like is 90 x 180 cm. Not sure yet if I'll have quite enough room though.
I have an overlocker and a sewing machine that will need to go on a lower surface than my industrial, but I've allocated space for those🙂
Hi Christine! Love the new room! I have a craft/sewing room that I made a ironing/cutting table for. I used 3 2x2 cubes, 2 back to back and one across the end, so a little smaller than yours. I had 3/4” boards cut for top and bottom. Both pieces have 1/4 rounds glued onto them. The bottom board holds the 3 2x2s in place snuggly, as does the top, but top board is oversized. This way, the top can be removed and the whole thing easily disassembled as it won’t fit through the door as is. Anyway, I thought you might like that idea for the top of yours.
Also wanted to ask….I’ve purchased cotton labels from same company you use. Do you seal the short ends with fray check? I’ve only used a couple so far but noticed them unraveling.
Hi Cathy, I originally planned on using the 3 2x2 cubes to make my island as well. I think I'll make the top removeable in case I need the room in the future. I don't fray check the labels as they've never come apart. Mine are the "Classic woven labels" I wonder if it may be worth contacting the supplier.🙂
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs thanks Christine, I’ll do that.😉
Looks awesome, I think your layout is great! I'm so happy for you!❤️
Thank you so much Sheila 🙂
where you have the machines on the back wall is it possible that you can also have camera on an arm that folds back out of the way , i just brought a flexible i pad holder so i can watch and sew its will be attached to my filing shelves and swing across to allow me to watch you and other u-tubers while I sew .
That's a great idea Maxine. Chris and I are giving some thought as to how to mount some kind of track/rail thingy 😀
I’m a newbie to your channel I would like to know how or where you did your labels and tags . Really enjoying your work Lyn
Thank you Lyn, and welcome. I have links in the description box of my videos that will direct you to both labels that I use. The metal ones are from Alibaba, and the link there are from the people I ordered from. They were great to deal with😃
oooooo loving it Christine, could you give the measurements of the room? it would be good to get an idea of the space you started with. I have a tiny craft room and I'd love to have an island like that I'm looking to possibly move into one of the other rooms and do a swap so it would be good to know how much space I'd need in a room to accommodate :) I have to say I do struggle with the cluttered look that open everything gives but I understand it makes working in a room much easier all mine is also open with the exception of a draw unit in my desk and two ground cupboards.
Donna, my room measures 3.60 mtrs (window wall) x 2.75 mtrs. opposite the window wall is the wardrobe nook which is 2.5mtrs long and 45cm deep. I totally agree with the cluttered look with open shelving, but this might actually help me to keep things tidier. Behind the closed doors in my other room, you have to hope nothing falls out each time I open them 🙂
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Thank you so much :) I have visions of Monica Gellars secret cupboard now. I'm going on a major declutter this year I'm feeling the heaviness of stuff! so I'm sharing that on my channel because though I hate mess it's very hard to keep it at bay when there is so much stuff! Being crafty and being a neat freak are two sides of a very frustrated me lol
Is there a brand or type of comic book boards you can recommend or to stay clear from? Can’t wait to see the finished room
Jenny, currently I'm using Ultimate Guard comic boards, but also use a heavy weight card/paper that I get from office supplies stores (I just cut it in half). I don't know enough about them to have a preference 😀
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs thank you so much for the info. I’m looking for a better system than storing everything in zip lock bags and it getting all creased and not great for the planet 🌎
what is the size of your room? Thanks
Michelle, my room is about 3.60mtr x 2.80 mtr. There is an additional wardrobe nook where I park my machines 😄
Thank you. It is also great to see a youtuber from here downunder :)
The only comment I would like to make but because I live in the U.K. this might not be relevant. Where you’ve got your sewing machines set up, you’d be working in your own light. Perhaps the might do better by the window for more natural light, but I know you’ve got ideas for changes there.
Normally I'd like the light from the window Gerry, but it would mean my back was to the door. I have a fear of that. I'll be installing some overhead lights above the machines though 😀