This is just after the new drawers went in. I lashed out for the more expensive Elfa ones which are just so much stronger than the other taller ones which are Ikea.
Starting the sorting process. Two collections - one of silks and other fibres and one of my own hand dyes. The space in the centre was where I was sitting (for about two hours).
Now - with a new table top which fits - it looks al lot more inviting.
Even the other side looks better.
Now I better get down to some sewing don't you think.
I am exhausted but really pleased to have made the effort.
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You don't have to be a neat freak to appreciate the mental liberation offered by a clutter-free creative space (she says as she surveys her studio in a state of chaos!)
hi Lisa, where did you get the table top for the Elfa baskets, as I have those and would like a table top for them.
Hi Chris - thanks for asking - we measured it up to the size we wanted and then went to hardware store and got a melamine covered sheet cut to size. It was only about $30 and is perfect.
Hi Lisa,
Is it stable enough for cutting out on? I'm looking for a cutting table for my sewing room and was thinking of getting one purpose built. I really like the look of those baskets.
Glad to hear the comparison of Ikea to Elfa baskets.... There is a new Ikea in Boston area which I plan to visit in October when I do week 2 with Carol Soderlund. BUT, I have had the container store things and really like them (the Elfa)... I need better storage in my room. It is OK, but needs to be better....
Cheers, Sarah
A very inviting room - and truly an inspiration for doing "something" with my veryveryvery cluttered workspace.
Thanks for your nice comments.
The top is definitely stable enough for cutting (3/4" chipboard with melamine top & bottom)
You certainly get what you pay for. The Elfa were three times the price of the Ikea ones but so much more stable.
Yes it is inspiring - I started another quilt at 6am today.
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