Last weekend I deep cleaned my sewing room, and wanted to snap a few photos since it won’t stay like this for long! I try to only keep my current projects out, and I only have a little room for storage in this room. Most of my books and vintage patterns are in the living room, and my main fabric stash is in plastic bins in the garage. Grandma’s sewing machine is in the living room too, along with my folding cutting table. Sheesh, that sounds like a LOT when I list it out.

My sewing table is an Ikea Expedit bookcase and desk, and I LOVE it. My overlock fits perfectly in one of the lower cubbies. These windows get beautiful morning light, but unfortunately I don’t usually get to enjoy it. And have I introduced my dress form? Her name is Beatrice.

Charlie Cat says, “Don’t forget to show them your hem gauge and pressing supplies!”

The ironing board stays out all the time, so those tools get stashed underneath. 

Sleeve boards and tailors hams can be pricey, make sure to use a Jo-Ann’s coupon to buy them.

A few reference books are close at hand, but my vintage pattern and sewing books 

live in a bookcase with glass doors to keep the dust out.

This elfa storage unit was way overpriced, but it’s perfect for my needs. Interfacing in the top drawer, then cone thread, and 2 drawers of fabric that I plan to use soon.

Now it’s time to get to work and mess this place up!