I think we broke a new comment record on the blog....a billion thank you's for popping your name in the draw to win a bundle of 32 x Woodland fat quarters and a copy of Vignette magazine you have blown me away. I honestly can't wait to show you what is in store for my 2012 fabric collection....all in good time, I promise - and some things are indeed worth waiting for.
So who is the lucky person? Congratulations to Sarah Rothe (blog entry is below).....check your inbox Sarah for more details!
"Ooh thanks for the chance to win! I've never won a blog competition. Love your fabrics and vignette magazine. I am about half way through the vignette quilt!" 21st July 8.57pm
There have been a few changes in our studio space over the last month or so as we begin making room for the new addition to our Family. If you have been following my posts on Facebook you might remember that last month we had a delivery from Ikea, it was just two products or ummm..... 15 boxes.
That's a lot of boxes.
Thank goodness I wasn't in charge of building or reading the instructions, my role was planning and design (aka - making things look nice). If you are wondering which products they are pop over to the Ikea website and checkout the Besta combination unit and Bjursta table. I love both of them, they suit the area perfectly.
My studio is not just used for sewing but also for drawing and design work, the table is large enough to set out my drawing designs, laptop, Wacom tablet all at once if required. Much better work space than previously.
I *love* the loads of natural light = pure bliss
Yes it is very clean here, but to keep it real I assure you it doesn't quite look the same today. Mess in the studio equals creativity c'est la vie....such is life.
In the corner of the studio is my cutting table I have had for years, it's the place where all the sharp things are kept (away from the little fingers). The cabinet is designed at the perfect height for cutting without breaking your back - cutting mat I am using is 34" wide.
The blue table underneath was used as a prop in Cotton Floss and I picked it up at a place in town called the Mill Markets....you could get lost in that store for an entire day, I LOVE it. For now this is where my big graph pads and light box rest plus a few of my favorite 30's & 50's inspired 'picture books' a wonderful source of inspiration, both colour and style.
I need to make my studio space a place I love to be in an area that is workable and easy to get around and access. Part of making the place just right for me is making sure I have the things I love on the shelves, not hidden away. It also allows for happy gazing & day dreaming.
You will find bolts of my first fabric line 'Woodland' in the shelves. One of my framed greeting cards 'Flutterby' and a few little toadstool houses from Cotton Floss. I love that I can change the art work each time I have a new design or 'just because'.
The middle shelves are where you will find Flower Sugar, Lecien basics, old vintage buttons and a little piece of Paris.
Divine Twine, felt squares, perle thread and pre cuts I adore. The drawers below are also full of fabric, folded in colour along with sewing gadgets, and stitching supplies. Samples are tucked away in the cupboards or scattered around the studio & home.
I am still playing with the space so I have no doubt it will change and morph in time...it's still a work in progress but right now it seems to be working just right.
Till then,
Natalie x
Don’t go for a wholesale change. Just fine tune and tinker, but don’t start over. Seriously.
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Hi Natalie! Thanks for sharing your studio with us, it's blissful.
I'm blessed to have a space for crafting, still doesn't look how I want but I'm working on it. Your space has inspired me to go on with mine :)
Posted by: Sandra | August 15, 2012 at 06:15 AM
Jeg likte spesielt artikkelen din, jeg håper du kan skrive flere gode artikler, tror jeg de fleste lesere vil ha samme idé, og jeg ser frem til å fortsette å være i stand til å se en så god artikkel, takk.
Posted by: converse cuir homme | July 20, 2012 at 01:46 PM
Grazie per aver reso questo contenuto facile da capire e interesting.I sono impressionato con il vostro stile di scrittura e abilità.
Posted by: tee shirt lacoste | July 10, 2012 at 06:10 PM
I really want one of those ikea storage units! It's a real shame they don't mail order!!! There is no ikea here in Tas! We SO need one
Posted by: SarahF | July 07, 2012 at 10:16 PM
What a lovely space! It looks so clean and organized.
Carolyn http://sillyhappysweet.blogspot.com
Posted by: Carolyn | July 06, 2012 at 02:39 AM
Congrats to the winner, and your sewing room looks awesome!
Happy sewing!
Laila
Posted by: Laila Kristin Skauge | July 05, 2012 at 11:27 AM
What a great space!! I love your line...I have yards of all of it...just trying to decide what I can make!!Have a great day!!
Posted by: Linda | July 03, 2012 at 08:21 AM
Congrats to the lucky winner!
And you studio is so light and sweet! Fantastic creative place!
Hugs,
Tatyana
Posted by: Tatkis | July 01, 2012 at 10:30 PM
Big time congratulations to Sarah!! Lucky lady :) Natalie, your studio is ultimately gorgeous ... only surpassed by the beauty that is your fabric and decor! Thank you for sharing !!!
Posted by: Wendy in Montana, USA | July 01, 2012 at 03:04 AM
So pretty!! What a happy place to create. Thanks for sharing with us.
Posted by: Sharon Yeager | July 01, 2012 at 01:28 AM
Looks great Natalie, I look forward to the day I have a sewing room, at the moment I have a sewing cabinet , and whenever I want to see I have to go looking for everything drives me nuts
Posted by: Patricia | June 30, 2012 at 10:38 PM
what a beautiful space! Mine is filled with IKEA treasures too. Heck, my whole house is!
Posted by: Ellyn | June 30, 2012 at 09:49 PM
Hey Natalie, you might need to see if Ikea will give you a spotters fee. I saw my hubby on their website scoping out the combinations of the unit. I'm ever hopeful, but it is one of those things!! :)
Posted by: Robyn | June 30, 2012 at 09:37 PM
I love the photos of your studio - it looks calm but inspiring!
Posted by: Archie the wonder dog | June 30, 2012 at 09:12 PM
Love your studio! It's so inspiring. And congratulations to Sarah! I'm so jealous it wasn't me, but she is one lucky gal! :) Thank you for sharing your creativity. It just makes me want to 'get my sew on'. :)
Posted by: Cindy | June 30, 2012 at 08:40 PM
Hi Natalie, I love your room soooo much! I hope you don't mind that I pinned a pic so I could remember it when I eventually get the chance to fix up my space!
Posted by: Jessica | June 30, 2012 at 07:17 PM
WOW it's Gorgeous!!
cheers
Posted by: Maree | June 30, 2012 at 06:26 PM
Oooh my, I wish I had a gorgeous creative space like yours! :)
Posted by: Deb (Two Cheeky Monkeys) | June 30, 2012 at 06:17 PM
Your work space looks lovely. I wish mine was as nice and bright!
All your yummy fabric in the nice unit. It is awesome. Perhaps I'll have to persuade significant other that we need to go and get one the same! I doubt it would fit in the hatchback, so would need the ute.
Happy sewing and I hope all is well. Madison is going to be a big sister again in the new year.
Posted by: Robyn M | June 30, 2012 at 05:43 PM