In the fall of 2009 my husband and two friends worked hard to transform our basement into a sewing studio for me. I had been teaching out of a small bedroom that was very “cozy” as one person put it.

The first picture is one of the finished room. This is the view when you first walk into the room. The room is off the garage so it is perfect for those rolling in their sewing machines with no stairs to climb.

This is my “quilt wall” and the ironing board my husband made for me. He cut a board 2 feet by 6 feet and I covered it with a Bo-Nash Ironing Board Cover. It is perfect for ironing large cuts of fabric and quilts.

Along the wall is a counter with room for 2 students and my Sashiko machine (a present for myself). Back in the corner is my quilting machine. A Janome 1600P DBX designed for quilting and piecing.

Here in the center of the room is a cutting table covered with a quilt I am currently basting, and another table with a small mat, that usually holds supplies and becomes another work area.

Beyond the tables is another set-up for two students, and an extension table for my serger.

Here is my design wall and fabric storage area. The enclave at one point held a wood burning stove. My fabric fits perfectly in there.

What sits at the bottom of the picture that you can’t see is another cutting area.

Finally my sewing machine, along with a machine for a student to use and my desk area.

The room seemed so large compared to what I had, but it is amazing how quickly the space filled up. You add 4 students, and we are stepping on each other, but it is fun. 

I have just recently started taking pictures of the projects that my students have worked on, so please check on the different projects to see what they are doing.

Check back often for new updates.  Enjoy!