Remember when I posted about my new little craft studio a long time ago (AKA as the former hall closet)? This is what it use to look like.
Welll....it use to look so nice and neat and now this is what it looks like.
Oh my....Just look at all of the junk I have! I changed out the rug added in a another bookcase for much needed organization. I think that bench was only in there for a week because the space is SO small that it is impossible to sit and work. I am so grateful that I have a space and I envy all of you girls that have a official studio of your own. I just bought that bookcase at a local antique shop and I love the color of it. Do you want to hear a funny story? Last weekend my husband had an impromptu guys party at our house and I had it all planed out that I would spend the evening crafting. So you know what I ended up doing? I crafted on the floor while the guys came over and they total forgot that I was in there and when I popped out to get a glass of wine...I think I scared them. My husband had to show every guy that was over my craft closet because he thinks it is so funny that I decorate it. Maybe so, but even if it is a tiny little closet, it is my tiny little space to do what I want! Here are some more photos.
Heather made the sweet topper for me over the holidays. She made the tree topper to go on my girls tree at Christmas but I liked it so much...I just kept it and I put it on top of one of my apothecary jars.
Can you believe that I took all of those photos from such a small space? I know...I told you that I have expanded! It is my husband's birthday and we are going on a date. Woo Hoo...Have a great weekend. Lori
I can't stop staring all of these fabulous photos!! I love each little inch of that area in your home. Look at that cute little dollie...the poor one with the cracked head...gotta love her! GREAT treats...thanks for showing us! :)mendy
Posted by: Mendy | January 26, 2008 at 05:14 PM
Look at all that cool stuff! I would love to go shopping in your closet! xo, suzy
Posted by: suzy | January 26, 2008 at 05:17 PM
Very fun to see your "closet" it looks adorable and makes me feel sucky because I DO have a room and its a mess. I can barely walk in it. Ugh. Want to come over and help me organize? LOL
Posted by: Heather | January 26, 2008 at 05:28 PM
Oooh! I loved looking at your teeny tiny work space! So many FUN things to work with...just to look at!!! The dollheads scared me though! Ha! Hey, at least you have a place...I live in a tiny 1948 house so the crafting is all done no the dining table. Then I have to constantly clean up.
Enjoyed!
Posted by: Sarah Keith | January 26, 2008 at 05:48 PM
First of all, a Happy Birthday to your husband, and I hope you enjoy your date!!
Secondly, your craft space is beautiful and charming; I can only dream of having a space as pretty as that someday!! :)
Posted by: Becca | January 26, 2008 at 06:10 PM
What a great and cute space you have! I think it's just precious. I was wondering why you aren't using the slanty ceiling wall over the work desk. You could put an inspiration/bulletin board there or even another vintage shoe holder for additional storage space. Just a suggestion. I love your blog and seeing all of the pretties you make. Thanks for sharing!
Lisa
Posted by: Lisa Johnson | January 26, 2008 at 07:04 PM
I love your studio!! You have sooo meny beautiful things. Thank you for the great pictures. I cant wait to get my own closit, oh I mean studio. hehehe
Love Julia
Posted by: Julia | January 26, 2008 at 10:34 PM
Looks so fabulous... such beautiful things to look at in every nook and cranny. It is nice to have it all out and open. You have decorated it so so pretty! I love the container you have your wallpaper in.. I was out today looking for something...anything to make my stash look a bit better. No luck yet!
I have those exact same hanging lanterns.. they are so pretty. Have a great weekend, xo Heather
Posted by: Heather - Pretty Petals | January 26, 2008 at 11:38 PM
Wow, everything looks so pretty, I love it! Thanks for sharing your work space, this is so inspiring.....Pinkie Denise
Posted by: Pinkie Denise | January 26, 2008 at 11:49 PM
So many treasures in such a small spot. So clever of you to use your work space so well.
Love it.
Alison
Posted by: Alison Gibbs | January 27, 2008 at 06:47 AM
Now *that* is a closet I could hang out in.
Posted by: Sarah | January 27, 2008 at 08:46 AM
What a wonderful space, I just love how you have everything, decoarated just so, it fits perfectly. My space in our unfinished basement.
Bristol
Posted by: Bristol | January 27, 2008 at 09:37 AM
Oooh, I LOVE your lovely craft space!! So enjoyed looking at your creative storage!
WHo doesn't love displaying craft items in glass jars... LOVE all yours!
And I think, the smaller the space the better... so cozy and charming!
Posted by: linda t | January 27, 2008 at 10:34 AM
Wow!!! It's so gorgeous!!! What a beautiful and inspiring place to create!!
Love the sweet Valentines, too!
Michelle
Posted by: Michelle | January 27, 2008 at 12:01 PM
Wow!!! It's so gorgeous!!! What a beautiful and inspiring place to create!!
Love the sweet Valentines, too!
Michelle
Posted by: Michelle | January 27, 2008 at 12:02 PM
Wow!!! It's so gorgeous!!! What a beautiful and inspiring place to create!!
Love the sweet Valentines, too!
Michelle
Posted by: Michelle | January 27, 2008 at 12:02 PM
Lori,
I just LOVE & ADORE your craft closet. It's better than what I have. Nothing! hee! hee! Right now I craft in my dining room. You have a done a FABULOUS & BEAUTIFUL job on your closet. Soooo many pretties! It might not be big and spacious, BUT it's still your tiny space of loveliness! Your story cracked me up! Im sure the guys got a hearty chuckle out of your closet. hee! hee! XO,Jenn
Posted by: Jennifer | January 27, 2008 at 12:11 PM
I love it!! What a creative girl you are. Just look at how you put those sparkly letters in that tall jar. I am so stealing that idea!
Posted by: Heather Blair | January 27, 2008 at 12:15 PM
Hello from Toronto!
Nice blog, and I love your photos!
Gabriela
Posted by: Gabriela Delworth | January 27, 2008 at 03:02 PM
Lori, I am in love with your craft closet. It is so beautiful and such a fun place to create! I am inspired just by looking at it the pics. Thanks so much for sharing!
Posted by: Jeanne | January 27, 2008 at 05:31 PM
Hiya
Very nice nook to work in! Nice Vintage finds, its like a treasure chest.
Its not the size of the space that counts, its what you do with it.
Beautiful!
Posted by: Jasmine | January 28, 2008 at 05:40 AM
Hiya
Very nice nook to work in! Nice Vintage finds, its like a treasure chest.
Its not the size of the space that counts, its what you do with it.
Beautiful!
Posted by: Jasmine | January 28, 2008 at 05:40 AM
soooooooo beautiful in here - your blog is gorgeous!
I added it to my Blog Candy list. Hope that is okay!
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | January 28, 2008 at 07:27 AM
I think your little craft closet is just darling!!! I would love to come and sit on the floor and just look around! You have some delicous looking goodies in there! I'm so jealous!
Posted by: Jennifer | January 28, 2008 at 08:16 AM
I think your craft space is darling, and very inspirational. (I especially love all your old hats!) Men just don't get it.
Posted by: Jacki | January 28, 2008 at 11:33 AM