So, for awhile now, my sewing machine has been in our bedroom.
Without a home, my crafting tools/books/etc. have found their way into every nook and cranny of our house.
Although I tried to hide the clutter, it was clear that I needed a better space to store my crafting supplies.
Meanwhile, we have a closet upstairs that was not living up to it's full potential. Although I had stored some crafting supplies here, the space wasn't living up to it's full potential and neither was I (crafting-wise that is).
Hooray for the Container Store, a sale on Elfa storage systems, and a gift card from my parents!!!
It was so easy I could install it myself (except for a stubborn screw that needed my hubby's manpower).
And I am VERY pleased with the results!
The red accessories are from IKEA. My labeler got a workout as I made a place for everything and put everything in it's place.
Even my sewing kit got a revamp.
I love that there is space next to the shelves so I can store rolls of fabric and my cutting mats. There is also room for a folding chair (from IKEA) that I can easily hang up off to the side when I need to close the closet door.
I also purchased this handy thread storage rack. I am planning on screwing it into the wall to get it off the countertop as soon as I can spray paint it (too cold outside right now).
Well, by no means is this where my ultimate happiness comes from, but for now, I agree with Elfa! This organized closet has brought me a great deal of delight.
Not only did I organize my crafting and sewing supplies, but I finally have a place to create! Look for many more completed projects now that I have a place to complete them.***A quick note on this stone. I used to work in a store that sold these clay 'stones' that had inspirational words on them. One day, I was unpacking a new shipment to put out on the retail floor when I noticed there were a few typos on the stones.... CREAIE, FOGUS, INSFIRE, GTVE. They were made in China and were even given a sticker to show that they passed inspection. We called the company and ordered a new set and I got to take these treasures home! I love them!
6 comments:
Okay, you're starting to make me feel like a slug now.
It looks awesome. I really like the red containers too. Have fun creaiing.
This post gives me a warm fuzzy feeling! I love organization...and I had even seen the closet already. That folding chair from Ikea is like icing on a cake!
Totally looks like a professional job. You're amazing!
I used it to sew a couple things on Monday, and I can say that it is splendid. Good job on this, Rachel, whoever you are!
Wow, this looks fantastic! You must be very proud. That space is so inspirational.
I have long dreamed of creating my own closet like this. Yours is just fantastic! Looks like you used all that vertical space very well!
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