My New 2025 Craft Room Office Tour!

[@kathbaxter9487]

Love the room. I would leave the thread box as it is

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@sharonannsalmonowicz7478]

The black top over the bead board makes the wall SO beautiful!!! I am so very happy for you with your new life, Norrine!! Thank you for bringing us up to date❤️🎶

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I’m so glad I can share this new chapter with you!

[@judymcintire7095]

I would leave the thread box alone. So pretty. Great process

[@25Prague]

Your room looks good! The thread box is fabulous -- I would leave it as is.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That's looking like the popular answer!!! Thanks for the feedback!

[@phyllistaylor6247]

Welcome to KY. I have family there. Be safe while preparing your CA home for sale. Consider this before painting your thread chest. In its original color and design it ties you to crafters from long ago. I personally like mixing a small bit of the old with the new. Your craft room is lovely. Whatever you decide, I'm sure it will be something that makes you happy. That's the most important thing.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That’s a really good point! I'm now leaning towards leaving the chest original. Thanks so much!

[@lyndacaira1735]

So good to see you Norrine, and you are so missed I’m sure by all your subscribers!! I love your new craft room! The thread box is absolutely to die for, and I don’t know why, as soon as I saw it, I said to myself “OMG-where did she ever find that thread box?” I have absolutely no idea why I knew what it was!! If it were mine, I wouldn’t touch it! I’m sure it has a lot of history behind it! Good luck with the CA house and I hope you are back to regular videos soon!❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm trying to find out more about it!!!! I'll keep researching. :)

[@beckybanta126]

How good to see you again! What great spaces & room for all of your creative equipment & supplies! I suggest not painting the thread drawers or what holds them. 🤔 I believe that some items, like the China cabinet, beg for a makeover. But this item is so unique & also gives the eyes a break from the other colors in the room....understand why you love it❤ Until later!😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That's why I haven't done anything to it yet.... it's such a unique item! Thanks for watching and giving your feedback!!!

[@verizon5348]

I'm so happy to see you back; I've missed you. Your craft room looks wonderful and I know you're going to enjoy working there. Your property looks large and a place I know you will use once it's a bit warmer. I used to work from home and my favorite was listening to birds chirping outside my window. I wish you, your husband and fur baby much happiness in your new home. Martha

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks Martha! I can't wait for warmer weather, the yard is calling me!

[@raewynswindells4670]

Thankyou for showing us your craft room progress. I love the thread chest and personally I would keep it as is. All the best to you and your husband on your new adventure.❤❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much for your support!! I appreciate your feedback!

[@Karin-]

Oh Norrine, it's beautiful, I love it. It's lovely to see you filming again, thank you for sharing .. here's to many happy years in your new home and new room 😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you, Karin!!!!

[@denisethingelstad674]

Good to see you again! You have a great crafting space and a lovely, peaceful yard. Thanks for sharing both today!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I’m so happy to be back!

[@rhondaeaton4708]

Thanks for the update Norrine. Everything looks great.

[@judithmitchell4667]

Norrine - I am so excited for you. I always love your black/white and turquoise theme. The black topper above the beadboard is perfect. I love what you have accomplished and can't wait to see all the rest of your office plans come to fruition. How is your family doing? Kentucky is such a beautiful state. I'm north of you in Michigan. With the weird weather this year I think you might have actually gotten more snow than us. So good to hear from you. Have a lovely evening. Blessings - Judith 🎭🎤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hi Judith!!!! So nice to see you too!!! My family is doing great, and thanks for the well wishes! Yes, too much snow, in my opinion. LOL

[@suemeunier2556]

Glad to see you again. You and your content are well worth waiting for. I am looking forward to your first project.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much! I am so excited to share what I have planned.

[@myhandmaderevolution7449]

I like the new space and glad to see you still do crafts. I have enjoyed watching your channel over the years and wish you the best of luck in your new space.

[@lynnoaks7884]

so glad you kept the black and white rose paper and blue paint that is what drew me to you many moons ago! I covered small cardboard from grocery store boxes with it to make closet look cool.

[@patriciakumar115]

Norrine, I've so missed you. However, I totally understand that life's trials and tribulations often get in the way of our need to DIY and/or craft. Looking forward to following you in the future!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, Patricia!!! xoxoxo

[@debbieruttenberg4152]

I love white and the touch of black from the dollar tree. Having so white makes the room look larger and floating. A dark natural wood piece anchors the room. Safe travels to an from!

[@lisbetwood7762]

Oh, so great to see you again!

[@roxannepratt5187]

Hey stranger!!! I was thrilled to see your video pop up. Thanks for bringing us up to speed on what's been going on and what you're planning for the future. Relocating is always tough and there's a "settling" in period that just sucks up all your time. We may be doing the same so I'm already in that mind set lol. The start of the craft room looks awesome and I've always been a fan of the black & white floral with the tiffany blue scheme you've had going on. So, here's to more videos and welcome back (sorta lol).

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Where are you looking to relocate to???? Keep me posted! I have boxes! LOL

[@trinaroe5132]

So glad to see you back!

[@maryellenyork2819]

Glad to see you today as I was looking for you yesterday.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Perfect timing then!!!! Thanks, Maryellen!

[@lindaknipple9126]

Love your space!!! Everything looks so good. Life will be easier when you are in one place, Kentucky!

[@cynthiaakacyndsmith6539]

Congratulations and it is looking Grand!! Where in KY have you moved? I used to live in both Morehead and Lexington. My mother came from eastern KY.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm in Crestwood, just east of Louisville. :)

[@Jeannette.akaJnett]

Congrats on your successful marriage (time is flying for sure), on the move and now the creation of your office/studio. I'd be chomping at the bit too. Love what you've done so far. Keep us posted and bringing us along as you move forward.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I will! xoxoxo

[@sandrashaw8343]

I love your new craft room, can't wait to see how it comes alone. I would not pain that whatever it's called, I love it as it is. X

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, Sandra!!!

[@georgiclifton6670]

No problem you are to get your place right first then we'll see and be able to get more ideas from you. Do what you must. If you are not in a place to be good you'll not be able to help us. 😊 if others don't understand then that's their issue not yours. Glad you are doing well and getting things done.

[@janetmoore1124]

Lovely room with lots of opportunities. Love the topper for the beadboard but I would leave the thread box alone. Once you have painted it, it is too late.

[@heiditate6989]

Love everything you have done with your craft room. I would leave the thread box as is but do whatever makes you happy. Can't wait to see further work on your craft room and your coffee bar. Stay safe.

[@MrsKuhn.2]

Welcome to the east coast🎉 love your room. Looks like a great place to get inspired. I would paint the thread box. Good to see you back!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I appreciate your feedback!

[@lorrainemaccarelli4655]

What a nice surprise to see you & your new craft room, that you are creating. I really like the white shelves with the black & white wall paper.

[@lisbetwood7762]

That thread box is so beautiful. I would leave it alone, but I understand you wanting to paint and change the drawers.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That's the direction I am leaning... leave it as is. :)

[@arlenekaiser4615]

So happy for the update on your craft room. If that spool cabinet is not an antique you should make it your own. That’s my two cents worth of opinion. 🤣

[@hannahcrumley3103]

This new studio/office looks fantastic!!! I’m so happy for you yo have your space all set up and ready again! Yay! I look forward to the coffee bar. I gotta say that putting that black trim on top of the headboard made such a difference- I thought it looked fine without it but wow, what a difference that made! Beautiful room!

[@vayes7958]

So good to see you..... Your room looks so nice, I'd just want to set in there and look around. Take care you two❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Always good to see you too. xoxo

[@jacquiposener7262]

Thanks for sharing this far. I love how you can DIY everything! I think you should leave the cabinet as is=it’s quirky and unique and adds so much to the differentiation of your lovely craft room.

[@trinaroe5132]

I love the thread cabinet as is!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, Trina!!!!! I think I am going to leave it as is. :)

[@SBL1932]

I'm so excited to see you. I have been stalking your channel looking for you.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Tee hee.... I've tried to post whenever I can - but hoping to be a regular again SOON!

[@brendagoulette759]

Oh how pretty. So nice to see you. It's been a while. I just love the color you use that blue is so pretty.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

It’s been a while, but I’m so happy to be back!

[@LynnsLaunderette]

Omg I LOVE that street find cabinet. Seeing how it’s a reproduction, yes painting is in order! Would love to see it as a video, if you go that route. Best wishes on your Cali house selling. 🎉 Congrats on such a great fresh new crafty space! Can’t wait to see more . 😊

[@dianeboileau2026]

Oh Norrine, we know you have been busy so don't worry we can wait a little while longer! Loving the craft room and it was so nice to see you in it, kind of feels like home with you there! Do not paint that beautiful thread cabinet! It's a classic and I love it just the way it is! But of course that's just my opinion! Lol. Take care and good luck selling the other home! 🥰

[@alldaymusiclover107]

I would leave it as is, at least for a year, and spend that time visualizing and sketching different ideas. If the idea becomes a must have then I would change it. Love your videos!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I think that's a great idea!

[@Sassfire]

Norrine, I have to say you look like you’re glowing. You are absolutely stunning girl! I love your craft room! It’s so beautiful. I wish I could have a space like that for creating. I am so happy for you 💕

[@maryellenyork2819]

Over the years, I acquired various styles of (mostly) IKEA shelving units in different colors depending on the room where they were used (bedrooms, storeroom, etc.). Now they are all in the same room, so it is quite a hodge-podge. I regret that I recently bought Kallax cubbies because I think it is easier to organize on bookcase shelves. Your room looks so beautifully coordinated! That is my goal, but I am a long way from it. Enjoy it!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

It is a lot of work to get it all coordinated - and I'm still working on it! One can of paint can do it all! LOL

[@battygirlrachel]

there are companies that sell things for the Kallax cubes... Stamp and Storage is one... they are a bit expensive, but being able to make the most of the space is priceless. they have one piece that can divide a cube into several small shallow drawers. I've bought several pieces from their sister company, Best Craft Organizer, and while expensive, they made a HUGE difference in being able to access my stuff.

[@shelly1224]

I have missed you and your videos! I am so happy for you and your hubby to have your dream property. I know you will love that new craft room. It looks so amazing. That black board dressed it up so well. Good luck on the sale of your California home. Safe travels yo and from. We will be waiting

[@pengle]

It's a great cabinet and if it was original I would probably argue that you shouldn't change it. However, since it is a repro and I know you will do it justice - go ahead and make it your own!

[@NaomiC336]

It’s so wonderful seeing you so happy. Your room is absolutely gorgeous. Best wishes on preparing your California house for sale. We’ll be here anytime you can drop in. 💚💚

[@oricle81]

Yay! Must be such a nice feeling having things completed- especially in your forever home!!! Especially the craft room 😜 Nice to see up dates and how you are progressing! Good luck with getting your California home ready for sale. Oh- personally, I'd leave the thread box. Such a cute and cool vintage piece! Maybe a nice lacquer to make it shine? I'm sure what ever you do will be amazing!

[@brenlee1979]

I would freshen up the thread box with some paint or contact paper to fit in with the decor you have. I am so happy for you!

[@julielundberg354]

I'm so happy to see your face in a new video! Your room is looking good. I can't wait to see more😊

[@sandymckee8286]

I love your tour. Better than most I've found on youtube. Thank you. Not sure the best thing to do with the cabinet. I have trouble painting over wood. I'd never do it over family treasures but the China cabinet turned out good. I might have left the glass doors on it.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, Sandy! The only reason I didn't, is it's easier to get to the items I use frequently.... but I can always put them back on! :D

[@jotaroslegs2345]

Congratulations of your marriage! It has been a while since I tuned in. You new shop is also pretty darn nice.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks for checking in again! :)

[@mrsmiggins6435]

Wonderful crafts room. Think i'd keep the small chest of drawers as they are. Hope your old home is cleared and sold shortly. Stay safe🤗🇬🇧

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, Mrs. Miggins!

[@teriannjohnson927]

Enjoy your new home 😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, I am so excited to be in it!

[@l.c.7450]

Hi great video. I love seeing other peoples studios where they create! Since it's a reproduction, go for it and change it to what you would like. I actually have one of the antique cabinets and I keep my art supplies in it like watercolor paints and brushes, etc.

[@megancampbell3914]

Nice, with continuity to your past life, I would leave the wood drawers as is.

[@ginaolive4853]

So glad you got things finished!!!

[@michelegrigg4952]

I have missed ypur videos. I am also setting up a new craftroom in a new home. We have the challenge of a 90 degree turn in the stairway against a wall. None of my old craftroom furniture and storage will make the turn or go over the banister....so challenge. I love your space and can't wait to see more of your new home videos.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Oh, that is a tough situation! I can’t wait to hear what you come up with as a solution!

[@elizabethbottroff1218]

Great video! It's great to see the progression of your spaces over the years. Great ideas! Just a note of caution to help your viewers: Bookshelves. Even if you had wanted to keep them, you probably would not have been able to do so. When my friend moved, her moving company refused to ship any of her flat pack bookshelves. That type of bookshelf is notorious for coming loose at the fasteners and/or breaking apart during moves. She even had a couple of hers fall apart just taking them outside. The ones that survived were all taken to Goodwill for donation. She knew that she would purchase new ones that would fit her new home later. One of them that was in better shape was dismantled and given to me just before she moved. It's risky and it's rarely cost effective to save any flat pack furniture if using professional movers. Only personal moves, over short distances, with great care to protect from breakage, would keeping them be appropriate IMHO. Otherwise, the extra weight and space that you would be paying for would often be wasted when they arrive broken at your destination.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That's kind of what we figured. I don't regret not bringing them. I actually love the china cabinet in my space now! :)

[@bobbikiser9443]

Love your new space.

[@Shannamakesit]

I love this! Great organization with the bookcases!

[@naomiakulu-haulangi3502]

So lovely to see you..yaay ❤ your craft room is lit😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

So nice to see you too!!!!! 💐

[@NikkiSixxIsMyGod]

I am so happy for you all! OMG you finally have a craft room inside, but with lots of light! Plus you are in KY now...gives me more hope to meet you in person as it's where I lived and still have family there. Depending where you are in KY, I may be about 8 hours away from you...I'm in ON Canada. Anyway, just so excited for everything! Big Hugs and Lots of Love, Cas 💖💜💖💜💖

[@debbiefriedt7264]

Hi Norrine, if the thread cabinet is not original, strip it and do what you want to do with it. You have such good ideas.

[@caroleeh7269]

Welcome back!!!! Love your new house.

[@AEvans36963]

If you paint the thread box white, paint the letters in black. Room looks great.

[@bridgetletcher3034]

I don't think I'd paint those little drawers, but you could just put in removable labels on the front in case you change your mind about what goes in there

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I like your idea! Removable labels are definitely a good choice, thanks for sharing!

[@darnprecious1]

Oh I love your craftroom.I just re-organized mine.😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

What types of crafts do you do?

[@almachapman5409]

I'm glad u r back. Life takes many turns for us. My husband died of stage 4 colon cancer. I'm cleaning out my 14 room Victorian house, so I can sell, down size to one level ranch house

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Oh, Alma!!!! I am so sorry! Please let me know if I can help! We've chatted many times, but I can't remember where you live - Are you close to Kentucky at all???

[@cindywoelky7267]

Sorry for your loss. Blessings

[@alldaymusiclover107]

@@almachapman5409 Sorry for your loss. I pray all goes smoothly and your heart is comforted.

[@nellieolguin-davis1519]

Well hello Mrs Eppele I hope I spelled that correctly oh my goodness it is so nice to here from you again you look very radiant married life is definitely agreeing with you I am so very happy for you,have missed you immensely love your craft room it is so you !!! Love you Norrine God Bless you and yours!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Why thank you!!!! Hope to get back to regularly posting again soon!

[@dorothytackett9943]

WOW Great to see you.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, so glad to be back!

[@Libbyjw73]

What a beautiful craft room but wouldn’t expect anything else from you 😊 I might think about painting the thread box one of the colors you already have in your room (since it’s a reproduction) The blue boxes are so pretty but you also have white and black. It must feel good to finally get settled.❤

[@pamelaestes6427]

We love you. You are worth the wait.

[@chaselip]

Everything looks wonderful!!!.

[@Yvonneb_]

Hi Noreen, I love your craftroom, I also love your find and I personally would paint it if you are having it in your craftroom, it will look amazing xx

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, Yvonne!!!

[@hollyingraham3980]

So good to catch up with you. I imagine in SoCal people will be fighting for housing, alas. I think the chest is adorable as a thread box, but I have an attachment to sewing stuff.

[@dianajones1334]

I love you and your videos! Please do what you have to do in life and shoot us a video now and then; we will be here when you are able. I am so happy for you in your new life; married and happy!!! Thanks for the update. Consider yourself hugged.

[@beverleybee1309]

I personally would leave the thread box as is. There's something about having history unaltered that makes them special.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Great point. Thanks!

[@cynthiaakacyndsmith6539]

Congratulations and it is looking Grand!! Where in KY have you moved? I used to live in both Morehead and Lexington. My mother came from eastern KY. And this is all super!! Good for you! I hope you are happy!! I look forward to seeing more of you.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Were just east of Louisville in Crestwood! Do you come this way still??

[@elizabethbottroff1218]

My two cents about the furniture that you are debating about painting: Take a really good look at it. What kind of wood? Is the wood different in the drawers? How are the drawers made? How old is it? Can you find any paper, painted, stamped, or branded labeling or maker's marks? Also, how big is it? Does it appear to still have original patina and wear marks from the intended retail use? If there's any chance that it is a collector's item or an antique, then use it gently without any changes. If it appears to be an inexpensively made reproduction with low value, then paint to your heart's content.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Great info to consider!!!! Thank you!!!

[@lanabisson2675]

Ive been following you for a while... How did I miss that you moved to Ky. Omy word... I moved from Texas to Ky about 8 yrs ago. Im near Paducah Ky. (western ky)..

[@MsArtistwannabe]

Lovely new studio.

[@ashleyowens1093]

Leave the thread box as is! So much character ❤

[@margaretcastellano3167]

Don’t paint the thread box. What a great find!🎉

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, I am leaning towards leaving it as is!

[@margaretcastellano3167]

😃😊

[@shellylemons]

Welcome to the south!!! I know you didn’t expect snow/ice!! Hope you are ok.

[@sallybischof4828]

Welcome back!! I wouldn't paint that special cabinet. Just my opinion.

[@lauriekoehler530]

Love the new space but please leave the thread box alone. If the color bothers you sell it as it is and find something else you are really happy with. ❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I think you are right. Thanks for the feedback!

[@marekimura2371]

I love what you've done. However, please consider drilling holes in the sides of your cabinets so you can run the cords through them so they won't be stretched around the fronts. Less chance of pulling them and things falling that wall. I want my own room.

[@debiadams3803]

What a great room! Love it! Did you decide what to do with the spool case? In my opinion since it’s a replica I’d redo it. I wouldn’t if it were an antique. That has such good potential. Looking forward to seeing how it goes, getting settle in your new home.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I am still on the fence!!!!

[@ginaolive4853]

6:32 if it’s a repro then do what you want with it.

[@cmorgan6528]

I would normally say do what makes you happy, but this time I would say leave the little thread cabinet alone, it has a wealth of character. How can you improve on perfection?

[@evamcrimmon3647]

Will your home still be there after rh we fires? I am so glad you close to me. I live in west Tennessee.

[@battygirlrachel]

you might want to check on resale price of the reproduction thread box... if its a good quality reproduction, it could be as valuable as a real one. it would be heartbreaking to find out after painting it that it had value. If it does have value, maybe you could cover the bits you want changed with contact paper? I have several watch maker drawers that, if it weren't for how much I paid for them, I would sorely be tempted to paint... so I understand what you are going through lol.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Good point! I'll look into it a bit more. :)

[@faithholbert734]

Welcome to Kentucky.

[@Kreative_Rainbow]

As the thread cupboard is not an original, I wouldn't be concerned about painting it. If it were a true antique, keeping that look to it would be important to me. I would leave the drawer labels on it, though, as it is what makes it unique. If you want to keep the vintage look, show us how to fix that original wood look! 👍 I have some old end tables and coffee table that are maple stained. I'm scared to touch them... I don't want them to look worse, but they were my parents' and I, my siblings, kids, and nieces and nephews were hard on them. Good luck on prepping your house to sell! 🤗 While it might be tempting to do some extra cute touches, the next owner is likely to pull that out. Stick to fixing and painting! 😉 That's not in your nature, but it is where your time and money are best spent. At this point, people in the LA area are happy to have a roof over their head. I'm glad it missed your place, and you didn't have to be there through it...

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I agree.... we are just painting and deep cleaning! I'll let the next owner make it thiers. I also agree on the tread drawers. I am leaning on keeping them original (for now) LOL Thanks so much for your feedback!

[@Kreative_Rainbow]

@TheCraftyOrganizer You're very welcome!! 🤗😍

[@M4pockets18Annie]

If it’s not original, paint it how you like. If original it’s worth thousands!!!!😳🤪🤣…. But love the look, even if fake.

[@sandymckee8286]

What do you create

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I seem to lean towards decor and storage items.... but also love card making and wall art!

[@joycew3086]

6:41 I’d strip and stain it. Maybe white knobs..

[@niseyjones598]

It all takes time to get everything in it place

[@PatWalden]

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