Organizing My Sewing Room // DIY Decor for an Aesthetic Sewing Space

[@josie8581]

'I could glitterbomb anyone at anytime, so don't mess with me.' A beautifully crafted warning. I love it. So satisfying to watch things get organized. 💙

[@TheClosetHistorian]

To think I have a dozen of those jars or more too... ;)

[@theeesie3380]

As a person who has a muff: DO IT! The jokes alone are 100% worth it.

[@caoimhenimhuireadhaigh1303]

Team maximilist for the win, or as my brother puts it, organised hoarding 😂😂 pretty things make me happy, and the more pretty things around me, the happier I get!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Same, I love stuff 😅

[@ColorJoyLynnH]

If I can find my stuff, I am happy with stuff.

[@chaeburger]

You would not believe how oddly satisfying I found this video.

[@juliemeanor6531]

Cover your pink boxes with fabric. Piece favorite scraps together.

[@joannecarroll5504]

Or even paint them with cheap acrylic paint. We have a some that we bought for kids' toys yrs ago & the fabric has disintegrated (the brightly coloured awful 'fabric' they use for grocery bags), leaving the cardboard structure all bare. I wish I'd painted over the fabric years ago & they'd still be intact; now I don't even have a template/pattern & have to use my brain LOL.

[@paulbundy9061]

As the second youngest of five homeschooled kids from the mid-90’s to the early 2010’s, cabinets of craft and sewing supplies is a mood, especially considering how much sewing, and creating, and stuff my family does, simply because we can

[@mimiandthemuse]

Hello Bianca. I loved this video. I completely relate to the Apothecary thing from yesteryear. My grandparents were Pharmacists and had their own Pharmacy from the mid '20's to the mid 80's. As a child I explored the attic finding all these strange concoctions, among them an amber bottle labelled "powder from the great beast's fingernails" My brother and I couldn't get over that one. When we asked my grandmother she laughed it off saying. "That's what people asked for back in the days" My brother and I developed a real interest in finding "dusty old treasures" in my grandparents home and business. Alas, it's all turned to dust!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

That sounds like such a wonderful time! I love the look of an old pharmacy, or a candy shop made to look like an old pharmacy ha :)

[@yobespierre]

"victorian dry goods shop owner aesthetic". now that is a good description.

[@courtneywalsh9780]

I love when I see videos of other Crafty Sewists who are maximalists- cause sometimes I almost feel like, morally bad, cause I enjoy having my stuff! Which is crazy- I am allowed to have things that just exist to be pretty and bring me aesthetic joy!!!!!

[@stephaniehight2771]

When I saw the thumbnail, I smiled and thought, "Yay!!!!" I love a sewing room organization video! (now if only I would get off my lazy bum and organize my own.) What I especially liked about this video was how you crafted your aesthetic. It isn't my aesthetic, but the amount of thought and dedication you put into making a room that you spend so much time in feel like your personal space is wonderful. If your work space is happier, you are more happy when working. Great Job!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Stephanie! ❤

[@Midlife_Manical_Mayhem]

fabric scraps - donate to local elementary schools. they use it for art projects.

[@Nineathy]

Same thing probably goes for the art supplies!

[@jenniferh376]

When I worked in an elementary school, a local printing business went out of business and donated a ton of fancy paper and card making supplies. It was fantastic, we loved being able to make nicer certificates for the kids that would last.

[@emayaych]

2 minutes in: I love the background in your videos. Tell them haters to take all the seats they need. 🤨

[@StephanieCanada]

Bianca: Might as well have cute plague masks. Me: CORRECT (and I normally make mine to match my dresses)

[@Charliefarley170287]

"Plague times!" Just the kind of dark humour I expect! 😂

[@alanadanois6133]

Oh, and for your plant, I recommend watering thoroughly only once a week (I would do it right in that sink so the excess water drains away), and you should change that light bulb right above it to a full spectrum grow light. You can get them on Amazon (the white light ones, not the pink or blue ones). That way whenever you're working down there, it'll get great light, and those lights are bright enough for your own use as well. I have them in my own sewing room where I have tons of plants, so highly recommend 💚

[@TheClosetHistorian]

This is a good solution for winter too when I expect I'll have the curtains closed now for a bit of extra warmth! For now I have conceded and moved the plant next to the windows ;)

[@ReneePowell]

I relate so hard to this video. Nicely arranged “clutter” that is both decorative and useful is my happy place. Frequently used tools need to be handy and visible, or I’ll be awful about actually putting them “away” where they belong when I’m done. Seeing the beautiful things I own, especially things I’ve made, makes me incredibly happy. I love seeing how other creative people arrange their spaces to be both functional and #aesthetic.

[@romanticashale]

I'm super into the dusty Victorian apothecary aesthetic and you're doing it so well!

[@tatianacodorniz5090]

Hi! You can use the smaller pieces of fabric to make pockets, the inside part that is not visible (or for adding in seam pockets in garments without pockets). If it's a pretty print/colour, you can make a long and narrow heas scarf or a square bandana...also masks or zippered pouches

[@marnieo9881]

There I was procrastinating about clearing up the upstairs back room, but this video was satisfying enough for me to be able to feel I’ve researched the project at hand and now am absolutely nearly positive next weekend will be the weekend the magic happens. 🤣

[@salttothesea]

Good luck 😂

[@thecadaver]

Weird old dusty stuff is absolutely my aesthetic, and having just moved (definitely not still sitting among boxes no not me) I am very upset about not being able to go to thrift shops and antique stores to find new clutter for my space

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I kept thinking of how much I just wanted to go antiquing during this, surely the usually very empty antique mall isn't too unsafe right?...*sigh*

[@thecadaver]

@@TheClosetHistorian if only the best part wasn't lingering and pulling out all the hidden pieces for a better look

[@ericapelz260]

This is the first video I've watched that shows the whole Blue Patterning Table of Doom; it's smaller than I expected. I also appreciate the overhead camera setup. It doesn't need to be fancy, and it works very well.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

It's a school "activity" table that my parents have had for decades that I commandeered was all, I'll hopefully have a larger one in my next place!

[@Topazera]

Loved it! You have such a nice voice to listen to, feel free to make more vlog-like content! This was a very relaxing video to have on in the background and don't we all just need that right now. I especially loved your crafting, those paper butterflies turned out so nicely! The green ones in the bell jar were my favorites. Oh, and I love that red and gold Japanese fan too! I was gifted a similar tourist trade one in Japan when I was 16 and I've had it on display ever since. 😁

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I had wanted one of these Japanese fans since about 16 and finally I was like "screw it, I'm an adult now, I'm getting one!"

[@nancybender3076]

That was a very Lucille Ball facial expression at the beginning of the coffee break. Nice bit of comic relief. LOL

[@rhondawolfgangbelluscio2548]

As a "clutter" person, myself, I love your space!! The more "clutter" the happier I am! Only difference is I do dust every week because I have a dog. Love the curtains. Beautiful print! Love your videos. Stay safe. Hugs from Pa. 🦇🎃🦇

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Rhonda! ❤

[@czeidman8908]

I vote that anything that you describe as 'sad' 'difficult to sew' or just brings you down- get it out of your space. Love the green in the eyeshadow and with your pin.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Also, exactly

[@battlethebunny8008]

I love those small pieces! I use them for making Victorian crazy quilts!!! I would die for that

[@GabdeVue]

I absolutely lost it at 26:22 thanks to your deadpan delivery. Loved this video to bits.

[@paigekennedy6121]

I use scraps like this for making matching gloves, hat bands, bags, belts, head scarf/bandanas, fabric flowers for brooches or hats or shoe clips. You can also use it to bulk up flimsier fabric when flatlining. My favorite use for fabric scraps too small is to make "coleslaw" and use it to fill stuffed animal or projects to avoid polyfill and recycle every last scrap I can.

[@lindabrown7374]

Love seeing other peoples sewing rooms. Last fall I went through everything and reorganized it all except my fabric. A friend of mine and I are now doing fabric exchanges. That's forcing me to go sort out my fabric.

[@sarahlongshore2605]

Lol. " No one will ever know I made that mistake " as she tells 32K people!!!! I loved this video! I don't dust either so don't worry about those who say things about it. I will never figure out why people feel the need to point things out. I mean come on. ' LIKE WE DONT KNOW!!!' I love all the little touches you did. And those butterfly jars are fantastic. Can't help with the plant love!!! I'm lucky my kids survived.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Sarah!

[@number1angel66]

Your craft room looks great, dust and all! I very seldom dust. I'm sure my issue is a hereditary condition. lol Thank you for calling yourself a seamstress! Lots of people are calling themselves Sewists, which is awesome if that makes them happy! I'm old fashioned, in some ways, so I'll call myself a seamstress as long as I live but I believe we should all do what brings us joy, except for hurting others of course! I love your butterflies. I was trying to decide what Spring theme I want to do- I've got Summer, Fall and Winter covered, but I'm not a huge flower fan so your butterfly idea would work perfectly! I absolutely love caterpillars as well so I will incorporate them too! Thank you for sharing your talent with the world! Blessings to all in love and light!🙏🏼💜🙏🏼💙🙏🏼🧡🙏🏼💛🙏🏼💚🙏🏼

[@huqintingting]

I watched this while doing some hand sewing and it was the most soothing sewing session ever

[@suzanne529]

I have been purging fabric from my stash and making "donation piles" in my craft / sewing room. I can totally relate to the need to clear out and redecorate before getting on to the next project! Great video! (Put the plant near the window and don't overwater).

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I can report that I have indeed moved the plant ha ❤

[@nataliesiddle8507]

God my craft room (a spare bedroom) was a nightmare. I followed the Marie Kondo method of putting all of the same items together, only for this room I put all of the same CRAFT together. Reason I could never find a tool in my desk drawer was because it was buried in among tools I wasn’t using. I used to do jewellery making years ago and the plastic storage drawers I had for them took up half the room, despite 3/4 of them being just air! My fabric stash is still ridiculous, and I genuinely don’t have enough space for it until I actually sew up some of the items I intend to make, so I’ve forbidden myself from buying any new fabric, with the exception of muslin. And bias tape. Oh and interfacing. And buttons. And zips…

[@frugalfemmecarole6517]

I just created a sewing nook in my craft room because I have just started to sew. It’s was great seeing how you organized things. I was also amazed at how many of the same books we have. Also, I think I have the same Singer machine. Mine was a gift from a patron at the theatre where I work because they knew I liked vintage clothing and items.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

My library has been much neglected the past few years, so I need to have a lovely afternoon of just browsing them all again and getting re-inspired!

[@alisoneichler4257]

In my community (metro Richmond, VA) there are large metal boxes that look like “fancy” trash receptacles. The sign on them says “Clothes and Shoes for Kids.” The school benefits, when they are located at the school. And they will accept any textiles - old towels, sheets and fabric scraps. I do know what happens after they items go in the box. . .

[@vannahhall915]

I also love that IKEA print. Made myself a wrap skirt out of it. Very fun!

[@cdustin1161]

I love my sewing machines. Singer 66k, Singer 15-91, White 1913 treadle, Pfaff 260, Pfaff 263, Pfaff 1055 (1980's model) and a new Singer fashion mate that was just given to me. I am going to sell the Pfaff's soon due to their weight and not using them as much as the Singer 15-91. So glad you have a 66k they are the best straight stitch machine. I find the older machines are so much more dependable and seem to be the most "user friendly". Very lil' can go wrong with the 66k that cant be fixed by the user. The electrical wiring tends to need replacing before anything else, with my own experiences.

[@jim40004]

Your humor is fantastic. I lol every video! Dry humor is such a mood.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Luci!

[@mce1939]

Love it! Your changes all look so good. I am neat freak and an organization lover, so I love seeing people tackling their spaces.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@LadyMiner100]

for what it's worth, belts are pretty easy. I used to make them in high school (40 years ago). It's a good 2 hour project as I recall.

[@india239]

I had the same intention with baskets I my room. I’m really at critical mass. The problem for me is I don’t have anymore shelf space so have to get some nice storage boxes so at least the clutter can be hidden

[@joannaaugustine2310]

Yes to all the apothecary jars!

[@AC-cg3bv]

I am with you in the "clutter" so many projects with so many little bits to fit together! Love the eyeshadow!

[@katipennington]

This was a fun mix of crafting and organizing. I love all the bits and bobs you added. My fav is the new painting! 💜♠️💚🤍

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kati! ❤

[@rodentary]

Why are u not part of the costube community? I feel like u would fit in quite well.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I'm not sure how one joins such things I suppose, I am too introverted ha!

[@Mengjoanne]

They all are introverts.

[@EnchantedRoseCostumes]

You are very welcome!!! Most of us don't bite 😅😂

[@katiesturgeon24]

I love the organization content! Thank you for welcoming us into your sewing room/office!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Katie!

[@asilverfoxintasmania9940]

You could use some of the bigger scraps to cover the pink IKEA bins?! And would love to see the collar/cuff/muff combo! And the Ace painting is gorgeous.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I'm afraid I would never have the patience to crazy quilt my bins, I'm far too lazy ha!

[@ChocolateWitch13]

I honestly never thought about it, but your aesthetic is full on Dark Academia. I love it so much🖤💚❤️💜

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Should I get on tik tok? I am too old ha!

[@ChocolateWitch13]

@@TheClosetHistorian Never to old to try something new, thought about getting it just to see what everyone else are making. People are so creative ♥️

[@AdiarraS]

#Teammaximallistdustyclutter YESSSSS. Love the “new clutter” and enjoyed the reorganization! Your “aesthetic” speaks to my soul. ❤️

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Cheryl!

[@uniquelymadison]

Yay!!! I love watching organizing videos, and of course your videos are always fun to watch. I just moved house and everything is a mess right now, so I got to organizing with you. Thanks for keeping me company. :)

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks Madison! Good luck with the move! I actually love arranging things in a new place, but I haven't had to do it in aaages to be fair!

[@niccyknickers]

" i dont interact woth humans, let alone open those glitter jars" Oh heck yes this vibe is one reason why i love your content hahahah 💜💜

[@satanswife2546]

This video is so soothing for some reason

[@evelynhearnsberger660]

Your sewing room is really nice and cozy! You did an amazing job on your butterflies too! They do look real!🥰

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Evelyn!

[@austenweathersby7027]

The itty bitty pieces of fabric could be shredded and used as pillow stuffing if you want to keep them out of the landfill and need yet another sewing project too!

[@evelynhearnsberger660]

I think making scrap bags for your Etsy shop is a good idea. Crafters love that kind of stuff! Especially junk journal makers. They use any scrap of anything. LOL! 🤗💕

[@rileyriley8123]

For fabric that I have that's not big enough to do anything with, I cut it up into really small pieces and slowly add it to some sort of bin until there's enough to make a pet bed to donate to the shelter. It's my way of trying to recycle scraps so I don't feel as bad about my offcuts. The shelters around me are okay with donations like that as long as it can be washed and that it's not filled with foam or anything an animal could get sick on when/if they rip it open.

[@margaretkaraba8161]

That's a lovely result and I really liked that (apothecary core, yes!). But, well, honestly you got an immediate like for using Beethoven.That was a total win.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I needed the drama ;) Thank you!

[@ericapelz260]

Love the Ace painting!

[@HopeEvey]

At least around here, thrift stores appreciate donations of fabric, even bags of tiny scraps.

[@PolyvoreThea]

Your fantasy terrariums are really awesome! Old museum collector aesthetic!

[@petahagan1782]

Love your painting. Your channel is charming and interesting. Well done. 👏🏼🇦🇺

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Peta!

[@acrafting]

Bianca, great video! It was nice having the opportunity to see other parts of your sewing/ studio space. I realize I've shown up late to the party ad this video was posted about a year ago. I'm hoping you'll see and respond to my comment. Do you have a video of your making the plaid suit? I looked in the video notes and comments and didn't see any mention of it. I also quickly looked through the videos on this channel. I'd love to see the video if it's available for viewing. Also, I've been subscribed to yourr channel for awhile now. Yours is my favorite sewing channel. I especially enjoy the videos where you draft, sew, and model your creation. Thanks for the wonderful content! You've inspired me to start sewing again.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I made the plaid suit before I started making videos I'm afraid, I talked about it a bit on my blog then though theclosethistorian.blogspot.com/search?q=plaid+suit

[@grottoserpentina9342]

Thank you so much for the amazing tour of TCH sewing room and Victorian Curiosity Shoppe. "A place for everything and everything in its place." BTW, I adore your dragonfly brooch (that you have worn before)...and complimenting eye makeup.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@cosplaygoosevlogs]

Fabric scraps could become pillow filling. Might be a littl lumpy but it works well enough

[@brannonsmith5475]

We have the exact opposite fear which is a bit hilarious. Im terrified of butterflies and moths but most other bugs are pretty okay,if not a little disturbing

[@colourflower]

You could maybe paint on the ikea baskets to make them more you 🎨 ps the plant needs sunlight and water once a week 🌞

[@birgitk.9182]

Turned out nicely, you could paint the pink boxes. The plant you picked out should be somewhat sturdy, don't overwater.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I'll try not to kill it!

[@jenniferh376]

I was going to suggest you make doll clothes. I started doing that during quarantine, because I can’t get fabric currently. I wanted to still sew, and it is using up all the scraps I had saved up. Or you can make more handbags.

[@paulbundy9061]

Finally. Cathartic release. I’ve wanted to go into the homes of many many many youtubers, and just...organise. And repaint. And institute a system to keep them happy

[@grizeldaxxx4568]

MAXA-MALISM-A-GOGO styles for me !! thanks ps handy hint >>>>>move the Live plant to the LIght side of the room (window) ....not tucked behind furniture ..funny thing is they like the Sunlight from the Great Glowing Golden Orb mortals call The SUN hahaha Good luck ...and love the results of the sort out

[@xequth]

Love that IKEA print! I think the duvet set must be quite popular because it's always out of stock in my IKEA too. I'd love to hear how you're getting on with the 99k; I exclusively use a 1917 99k that's been in my family for years and have no idea how to work more modern machines. It would be interesting to hear about the experience from the viewpoint of an experienced sewist. (The vintage buttonholers are magic!)

[@paulbundy9061]

I’ve...appropriated a one of my grandmother’s Singer Featherweights, and it is a DREAM, because it’s so simple, and there aren’t any computery things for me to mess up, and it’s portable, and I know what I’m doing!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

So far I LOVE the 99K. I had so much fun taking it apart and cleaning/re-oiling bits and fixing the tensioner and playing with it! I'm excited to get to use it more ❤

[@jodibowman9121]

I found if you take your scrap fabric that's too small and you cut it up you can use it for stuffed animal stuffing for a bum pad stuffing

[@ashenwalls3558]

I absolutely adore the vibe you're developing in your sewing room! I'm going for a "bog witch" theme myself, and think the jars are great!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I wish I could paint really, but alas the truly moody dark apothecary vibes will have to wait until I have my own place ;)

[@ashenwalls3558]

@@TheClosetHistorian like, the walls, or canvas? I put up photo backdrop cloths and flat sheets on my walls to get around repainting for now. :P

[@mimzyriepensell1423]

Yes , us quilters love scraps like those....

[@mimzyriepensell1423]

LOL...so question, do you have any scarab bracelets? I don't like bugs either...lol..

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I indeed have bracelets with faux scarabs, but I also have a brooch with a real beetle, which is like exposure therapy for me I guess :)

[@katefromantikanueva4629]

You could make a million hair flowers out of scrap, too. Gathered roses are easy, fun, and use up weird scrappy bits. Sew to a comb, and done,

[@tamaravsthevoid]

I know I’m late to the video, it I love going back and rewatching your videos, and I just realised you can donate large-ish scraps to schools to teach students to sew. Home economics classes will love having them To make cushions and things out of. 💚

[@crowfaerymori]

I died at the cheap price of the lovely fabric! The butterflies look amazing!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! So did I really, I couldn't believe it!

[@UnderOrange]

Aaaah the intro if this video is such a mood, lol. I definitely need to overhaul my computer area, ugh. Until then: carefully placed camera shots. This was fun! I don't know anything about plants, but I do know a bit about sewing for dolls if you wanted any tips for those scraps, lol.

[@stevezytveld6585]

*Fabric Scrap Suggestion* - Make yourself Zafu-style meditation pillows. Use your smaller scraps to stuff (also useful if you need to cut up a bunch of coleslaw for something like a bustle pad). You could also use your rolling-cutter to cut up larger scraps into stuffing. - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

[@juliahaws8979]

I always set aside any scraps for future repairs or alterations to clothes I make.

[@salttothesea]

Oooh yes this is gonna be good!

[@dianavoermans]

Thank you for this insite in your life. It’s very personal and I like your dusty corners a lot 😊 🤩 💃🏻

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Diana!

[@22mendonca]

‘Ahhhhh!’ I’m both in awe & very jelly at your spectacular sewing/office space! A thoroughly enjoyable 46 minutes & 3 seconds Bianca. Thank you!😘Xx

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jo! ❤

[@sylviakeatley4173]

Left over wool? I feel a beret making session coming up!

[@999Lumen]

Frickin' LOVE your eye look!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@SewTexas]

Thanis for the journey

[@trudicole3520]

Looks good and much more usable space

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@cathyswope5174]

More is more, pile it on! I love all the tchotchke, and the butterflies you made are stunning. Sewing room clean up/organization are my faves, yours is especially fun.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Cathy!

[@camilledammasch3648]

I have this duvet cover! It's so pretty

[@giagunn3513]

u can use small pieces of fabrics on ur stash for sewing mock up

[@hypps35]

I love the Singer! I recently refurbished a Singer Model 127 Treadle Sewing Machine from 1923 on my own. I want to learn how to use it.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I'm sure it is beautiful! I tried a treadle machine once and ran straight back to my electric I'm afraid 😅

[@frankieb43]

Love these kind of videos ❤️ thank you x

[@lindarosenthal6835]

I love IKEA fabric. Great space.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Linda!

[@tinytoadstoolcottage8794]

Loved this video! Thank you for embracing your maximalist side and sharing it with us. People always make me feel guilty about my clutter but I love it. Embrace the clutter, I say!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I too love clutter, clearly ❤

[@khaxjc1]

This was great inspiration. Thank you! P.S. I do not have a green thumb but have had good luck with a money tree I inherited when a client immigrated to Ireland.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I would like a real money tree...that grows gold coins 😅

[@kaytiej8311]

I understand your situation completely. Having finished my Phd and amassing the accompanying library, there was an assortment of sewing and crafts stored in my study as well. I finally have the library, office, sewing, writing, painting, embroidery, drawing, jewellery, crocheting, craft room in the space of 3x3 mt. It's packed in like Tetris! And gets messy very easily. It's always a challenge to tidy up after each project when I want to just get on with the next one!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Tidying after each project is such a good and noble goal!

[@FlyLikeADragon]

*watching and enjoying organizing videos and ignoring my own mess*

[@shawnagoddard4999]

Glad to know I'm not alone on that not dusting thing. Your space looks amazing and I love the fabric choice for the curtains.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Shawna!

[@maureencullen1008]

That was fascinating.I could listen to you all day.Buy one of those long fluffy wands to dust.It won't move or damage your displays and is sooo easfy house