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Dream Spaces: Get Creative With a Craft Nook
Be it patchwork, scrapbooking, knitting or appliqué (or all of the above!) – these heavenly spaces will get those creative juices flowing
Craft rooms tend to be different from other household creative hubs in that order is a key feature to the space. Everyone knows the frustration of not being able to find that specific fat quarter that is crucial to the quilt you are working or the continuing mystery of the disappearing craft scissors. Not being able to find what you need when you want it is annoying as anything, so having a space that is as creative as it is organised is often what crafting dreams are made of.
Ample storage, shelving and drawer space is essential as a build up of materials is inevitable. A clutter-free space allows the mind the space to create your next masterpiece. Sufficient lighting is an important element for your eye health, be it in the form of windows, ceiling lights or lamps. A large work area and a comfortable chair are arguably the most important feature to your craft nook. Having a sizeable surface area to spread your work out can be the difference between a “dream” craft room and an ordinary craft room.
Having a warm and inviting craft room atmosphere that inspires you is what it’s really all about. An area just for you that is a delight to spend your free time in. Surround yourself with things that you love such as paintings, fresh cut flowers, comfy cushions and fashion an ideas board to keep you inspired and motivated.
Ample storage, shelving and drawer space is essential as a build up of materials is inevitable. A clutter-free space allows the mind the space to create your next masterpiece. Sufficient lighting is an important element for your eye health, be it in the form of windows, ceiling lights or lamps. A large work area and a comfortable chair are arguably the most important feature to your craft nook. Having a sizeable surface area to spread your work out can be the difference between a “dream” craft room and an ordinary craft room.
Having a warm and inviting craft room atmosphere that inspires you is what it’s really all about. An area just for you that is a delight to spend your free time in. Surround yourself with things that you love such as paintings, fresh cut flowers, comfy cushions and fashion an ideas board to keep you inspired and motivated.
1. Hang pretty bits and pieces in your line of sight like a garland in order to keep you inspired.
2. Natural light is often the best light when it comes to needlework. If you can position your work desk near a window – do so.
3. Make your area comfortable and welcoming. Having a couch or chair to curl up in can be worth its weight in gold.
4. Having ample work desk space is a key element to any craft room, particularly when working with large projects such as quilts.
5. Dress up your walls with some decorative wall paper or a brightly coloured feature wall. If there’s ever a place to go crazy with colour it’s a craft nook.
7. Having a few different work areas to choose from can be ideal if you have the room – particularly if collaborating on a project with others.
8. A dream craft space doesn’t need to be big to impress. This gorgeous little nook looks irresistible and has a perfect outlook for daydreaming.
9. Choose a colour scheme that you like and keep up the theme throughout, such as pictured here. The large ideas board is also a great touch.
10. If you have a bit of space in your attic – why not transform it into your own craft room? A lick of paint, some skylights and voila! Your very own dream space.
11. Have a little place for your four-legged friend to sit in. It’s nice to have some company while you work and giving them a comfy place to sit on means they won’t try to sit on your lap all the time.
12. Consider adding a flat-screen TV to your space or an iPod dock so you can play your favourite tunes or have a bit of background noise on while working away.
13. Adding a blackboard to your aesthetic is a fun way to write down your ideas or reminders that looks great too.
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Has this Ideabook inspired you? We’d love to know your craft room aspirations. And if you’ve set up a gorgeous craft space just for you, we’d love to see it. Please share a high-resolution photo in the comments section below.
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SHARE WITH US
Has this Ideabook inspired you? We’d love to know your craft room aspirations. And if you’ve set up a gorgeous craft space just for you, we’d love to see it. Please share a high-resolution photo in the comments section below.
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