a room of one's own

We have successfully cleaned out my basement studio, put in a cork floor and plan on turning it into a home for my new sewing machine and other crafty stuff.  (we still have to put in a baseboard but I hope to get that done this afternoon.)

As a part of my spring cleaning I have also been opening boxes that never got opened when we moved in 3 1/2 years ago (it's a little embarrassing to admit there are such boxes, but there are only a few, I swear!).  It's been a bit like Christmas! 

I found a box of antique beads, lace and trims that I collected about 10 years ago and forgot about as the box sat in storage while I moved around 9 times (I think) before we settled here.  I also found a bag full of embroidery thread and ribbons so as soon as I get it all organized, I'm going on a crafting binge.

I am in love with Laura Normandin's studio that I saw awhile back on Oh Happy Day. I wish I had a set up just like it, but I think I'll have to do a lot more sewing etc, before I deserve something so nice.  

I just love the thought of having a place where I can go and easily find the right sized needles for a knitting project, sew some curtains, or whip up a stuffed pig from an old sweater for my niece.