Monday, January 19, 2009

My Sanctuary, My studio



I am almost afraid to go in there now and make a mess but, I did. I cleaned it up right away though. grin. I just couldn't leave it a mess. It was fun and I just played a bit. I had to go to bed and crash. Just so tired. Too many late nights and not enough sleep.


When you walk to the door you will see three of my favorite dollies. Kitty by Karmen Troyer of Crows in the Holler. My Miss Sophia dolly by Tonya from Back Porch Pickins and the give away dolly I won by Miss Sylvia Anderson. The Sweet Pea sign is from a local artist.

Not to mention the shelves I need to paint so put my dollies on. smirk*




This little star was a gift from my friend Lex of North Star Primitives. It smells wonderful.


These stacking units came from Michaels and you can use Michaels coupon from online or a Joann's to get them. I got two at a time on sale for about 40 bucks. They are wonderful and plan on getting at least two more.
On top you will see my Ready Teddy and Go piece. cracks me up.A mad carrot and beside it the heart says" Bless your dear Heart" made from a girlfriend. Along with that is cupid's charm From Syliva Anderson.



In this picture you see the old sewing machine and the work table. A gift from my best friends step Mom. That thing has seen some years and damage. LOL The basket is where I keep it all handy. I don't like to move around much if I don't have to. LOL



This is my studio baby. This is Miss Boostie and she is looking at that box, like she just cleaned up the joint and she is bringing in more crap. LOL



T.V., DVD and the box for cable. Work table for cutting fabric and painting. You see my most used paints/glues in a pepsi crate for easy access. I love that. great idea from dear old Mom the queen of being organized.


A free basket to keep floral foam in for things while they dry and the pepsi crate.


Behind my chair is this shelf. I love this piece. Painted by a Local artist. It has my collection of pinkeeps, the painted box from Mindy of Pine Hollow Primitives, my Polka dot Pixie snowman a Christmas gift from a dear friend as well as the pinkeep from The daily Pincushion, and a wee snowman I won from Dawn of the Feathered Nest. There is a picture of my hubby there too which is a rare piece since he hates his photo taken. The triangle in the back ground my late Father made in High school.


My chalk board with uplifting thoughts and bulliton board with the sweetest picture of my folks I have ever seen. I had to put it there. Just felt right. Now I hope to be filling the bulliton board with ideas soon.


The two fabric cabinets, sewing drawers with handy items and in the middle books and stitchery patterns. Storage on top in cheap 1.00 photo boxes.


Happy thoughs sign from a local artist. Thank you Heather.


Last but not least is Mrs. Black, the Old Crow herself. From Pam of Soft in the Head. She is my studio Mascot. She sits high on the sterio dancing to the music and making sure I am doing it right. LOL


So there you have it. Nothing fancy just a bit of fun. Now I have to get busy. Clean room or not.
Have the most wonderful day and I would love to see where you all create. Any ideas on how to make it better, I welcome them.
Hugs,Pea

25 comments:

Jenny Carter said...

Thanks for sharing your space. I love to see where people create. I see a cute Back Porch Pickins doll. We have similar tastes.

~Tonya said...

It is fun to see your work space...uhhh if I had a REAL workspace, I would share.

I have my back porch for my supplies and my kitchen table is my work table. Thank goodness for dining room tables. LOL

Love your space. Thanks for sharing and I see lots of goodies there...NOW get to work!!

Hugs,
~Tonya

PEA said...

Thank you Jenny. Yes I love that dolly! One of my favorites.
blessings,Pea

PEA said...

Tonya,
a dinning room table is where I started and did work for over 10 yrs so I know how ya feel. It wasn't until we moved here that I got a real space and only because my kids were little.
I am working.
Hugs,Pea

Meadowbrook Cabin Primitives said...

WoW Pea,
Can I come and work with you making dollies ?? Your work space/studio is just perfect ! Would you like to come and visit me for awhile ???

My sewing room is so small !

You must have a bigger Michael's Craft store out there.. I don't remember seeing those file/storage type containers at the two different Michael's I go to.. but I will have to comb every isle and make sure I didn't miss them.

Love your photos ! Thanks so much for sharing !
Hugs,
Linda

softinthehead said...

Your right I am smiling! Thanks Pea ...you are such a dear! Pam

Pease Porridge said...

I had to laugh at the cat looking at that box. Hee hee.

Jennifer

Anonymous said...

Ok, seeing all the organization in you room, makes me itchy to do mine! come on over and help me!! Ok, and Man do you have fabric, that is it I am coming over!!

No seriously it is beautiful!! I may have to get upstairs and start on mine...I am not even sure I can see the cutting table! LOL, but a nasty stomach bug has caught hold of me and faith and seth so It may have to wait till tomorrow!!

thanks for all the tips! great ideas!
mindy

Jen said...

What a great room! You are so lucky to have your own sewing room. Mine is actually my dinning room that is shared with the computer. So tiny. One day we are going to expand. Right now each of the 4 kids have their own rooms and I don't have the heart to kick any of them out and make them share. Giggle.

Jennifer

Cat Nap Inn Primitives said...

I love your craftroom space..love the floral foam idea..that is ingenious..I just posted my craftroom today too..organized and got rid of stuff..have a wonderful day of crafting...that is my plan will see if the stinky puppy agrees..:)

albasworld said...

Hey Pea - you did it!! You must be proud and it all looks awesome - thanks for sharing. If I could figure out how to use my blog I would share too but I am a gooseberry and can't figure it out, lol. Anyway, congrats and hope your creative juices start flowing now.

Hugs, alba

PEA said...

Linda,
I can come and play that would be fun huh? I would love to.
Now you think that room is big but girls it is only 10 x 10. That is pretty small.
Those shelves/drawers are with the scrapbooking organizers here. Our Michaels is a normal size one.
Thank you Linda
Have a wonderful day.
Blessings,Pea

PEA said...

Thanks pam, Sorry it was so over do!!! I love Mrs. black . She is the best mascot ever!
Hugs,Pea

PEA said...

Hello Jennifer,
Thank you for stopping by. Bootsie can be a card. The look on her face after she looked at it was priceless.
Hugs,Pea

PEA said...

Mindy,
Now you can't steal any more of my fabric!!! but I still have a bag full here so come on over.
Oh poor you, Faith-ers and Seth-ers. tee hee.
Yep, getting organized is a wonderful feeling.
Hugs,Pea

PEA said...

oops,
Mindy, feel better soon huh? I may need ya. LOL just kidding
hugs,Pea

PEA said...

Jen,
Thank you so much. The table is where I crafted for years and my boys shared for years so I could have the room here. But then I needed somewhere to put the scarey stuff that the baby wouldn't get into at that time. No garage or I would have kept it there.
A room of your own will happen when someone moves out.. You will redorate in a weekend. Trust me! LOL
hugs,Pea

PEA said...

Hi gina,
Oh I will have to go peek too. I am sure yours is very nice. I am excited to see it. Hope the puppy will be a good boy today. Have a wonderful day.
Blessings,Pea

PEA said...

Alba,
Use the help button silly girl. I will find ya some instructions and email ya.
Thanks hon, I actually started working last night but we shall see if I feel up to working tonight. events, always something.
Hugs,Pea

Cookie said...

boy, I'm sure glad I wiped my feet before I came in ... the place is SPARKLING! Love everything you have done here, Pea-baby ♥ Everything is so organized ... I am not exaggerating when I tell you that my dungeon would scare you! right now, I have one entire corner full of Christmas crafting supplies that I must find room for. (thank God my hubs is a patient man!)
It looks awesome and you have every right to be proud of your accomplishment.... when you coming to KC ??

Love You Cherishables said...

Hi Pea!

Great work space...no wonder you come up with the most adorable creations! You are a fantastic artisan. God has blessed you with such talent and creativity. Hope you have a wonderful birthday month...you deserve it!!

Love You Cherishables said...

Hi Pea!

Great work space...no wonder you come up with the most adorable creations! You are a fantastic artisan. God has blessed you with such talent and creativity. Hope you have a wonderful birthday month...you deserve it!!

Love You Cherishables said...

Hi Pea!

Great work space...no wonder you come up with the most adorable creations! You are a fantastic artisan. God has blessed you with such talent and creativity. Hope you have a wonderful birthday month...you deserve it!!

PEA said...

Hey Cookie,
Oh maybe I should load up the old bus and take this show on tour! LOL Miss Pea's Organizing your studio.. Sounds like a ball to me. I would love it. I work for food and watching ya work. LOL
That is the ONLY room that is done. LOl but I am gonna do it all girlfriend I swear. I have had it with all the snuff everywhere.
Thank you dear! I so appreciate your kind words and hubby don't say nothing here. He should but he don't.
Have a wonderful day.
Hugs,Pea

PEA said...

Hello Karen,
You sweet doll baby you! Thank you so much, you multi talented sweetness. Now to sing like a song bird is something and your dollies are wonderful and you have so much talent! You don't need a studio to do what I do. Just where ever you can create. Having a dolly or two to chat with ya while you work helps! LOL
Have a wonderful month too. You always deserve it!
Hugs,Pea