SEWING ROOM TOUR | where the controlled chaos happens 😅🧚

[@angelajackson6801]

I store all my patterns on a shelf in the closet in their categories but I photocopy the front of the pattern. I then store that photocopy in one big binder so that when I want to make something I can flip through the pictures in the binder and make my choice. Otherwise I forget what patterns I’ve got and I’ve got some great patterns that I bought years ago. In the U.K. our patterns aren’t very often on sale like the USA so they cost a lot of money and we need to make the most of them. By the way I have separators in the binder separating the pictures such as dresses, tops, pants etc. I enjoy flipping through my main binder to find my next inspiration then find the pattern in my closet. I hope that rambling makes sense.

[@dineincreativity]

I love your method of pattern organization! Sounds like you have really streamlined the process of being able to see all the patterns that you have. Definitely going to take this in a consideration as my pattern collection continues to grow. Thank you for sharing and happy, happy sewing and creating! 😊

[@saralamere6652]

I’m going to do this! I don’t have a specific sewing area, so having a handy way to see my patterns when they are stored away will be awesome!

[@janefranklin8679]

Very pretty sewing room. I would feel inspired with those pretty colors. For your patterns I have seen people use the binders to just store the envelope and then use a filing cabinet for the pieces and directions. File the patterns numerically. Also, have you thought of getting a folding craft table. I bought mine at Michaels. The long ends fold down to make it a very narrow table and underneath are two shelves. I love it for my small space. Just some suggestions you might consider. Happy Sewing!

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you so much for sharing and being here! These are all really great ideas! I love the idea of having a filing system in place for the patterns along with storing the envelope in the binder. The folding craft table sounds awesome-what a great fix for a smaller sewing space! I’m definitely going to look into that. Appreciate these suggestions and happy happy sewing to you!🌷🧵

[@HelenWallace-q3e]

The lamp is very beautiful. I love it. Your room looks put together and very cozy. Thanks for sharing.

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you so much!🪡🧵😊

[@mitzicleveland7735]

I would love to see what you find at the thrift stores and hear your upcycling plans. Your sewing room is adorable. Thanks for sharing!❤

[@dineincreativity]

Oh, that’s good to hear! I will definitely put that on the list. 🧵🪡 Thank you so much for being here and happy creating!🌷

[@MsSusieHomemaker]

You're sewing space is darling! It's so cheery and fun, the artwork is amazing! I organize my patterns similar to you in binders, however I only store the pattern envelope in a page protector and each binder hold various categories between dividers (dresses, tops, pants, etc). For the pattern tissue and instructions, I put them in a large manilla envelope and store in numerical order by pattern company in the bottom row of my Ikea Kallax 4x4 in Drona fabric boxes. It works well for me because I can pull out my binders (I have 2 binders - I think they are 4" ones) and "shop" that way for what I want to sew. I love your huge mirror, that is great! I have a small one hanging on my door and it's totally distorted and so I call it my "fat mirror" because everything looks totally different in it than in any other mirror in my home. ;-) Happy sewing!

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you for such a kind and thoughtful comment! I have now learned that several people seem to store their patterns in that same way and it makes a lot of sense. I am definitely going to be considering that in the very near future! Those mirrors, I’ll tell you what. This one does come in handy, but I too have had distorted mirrors hanging up before- mine was right by the front door right before you walk out so imagine that last look before you face the world ha ha ha. Happy happy sewing and creating to you!🧵🪡😃

[@anainjamul2056]

I enjoy seeing all your videos! I love your style and your sewing room reflects your easy, honest beautiful self! I see that you're getting more relaxed on your videos because you're giggling more! 😀

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you for the kind words! This has been so much fun😁 happy happy sewing and creating to you! Thank you for being here!🌷

[@aribella6913]

Great fun tour. I loved the painting of the ocean that you did. I HAVE to create too. It is my peace.

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you so much! I feel the exact same way. It keeps me balanced and is such a good outlet! 😊 Happy creating to you!🌊🪡🧵

[@aribella6913]

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[@marylusk8287]

I enjoyed seeing your sewing room and I love visiting with you.

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you so much and thank you for being here! Happy happy creating and sewing to you 🌷🧵🪡

[@maria.b.this.old.cottage]

You have a lovely space ❤ I also sew with the same machine and it is a very good one 😊

[@dineincreativity]

You’re kidding!! That is awesome! It really has been the best machine. Happy sewing and creating!🧵🪡

[@GarmentofPraiseSewing]

Love the mirror in your sewing space!

[@paulette6365]

I’d love to see how you upcycle thrift store finds.

[@dineincreativity]

Absolutely! I included some videos of upcycling thrift finds 😃So much fun to do that!

[@connienash3666]

I enjoyed the tour of your sewing room and I really love your paintings. Looking forward to seeing your thrift store finds and new patterns.

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you so much! I am excited to share. Happy sewing and creating to you!🧵🪡🌷

[@kathydoyel1582]

I have just found your channel and really love your aesthetic! I love all things crafty (needlework, painting, quilting) and have become more interested in sewing. I’m also in California! Thanks for sharing your work and welcome to our beautiful state! 🎉

[@dineincreativity]

Hi and welcome! Thank you so much for being here. I am so grateful for artistic endeavors! Sounds like you have quite a range of interests, too! Happy happy creating!🌷🪡🧵

[@dineincreativity]

Welcome to my sewing room! I'd love to hear how you have your space set up, organize patterns and fabric, and all that good stuff! *And a quick correction--I thought it was $224🤪, but my sewing Brother XM2701 machine was actually $137! Still available in many places for around that price! Happy sewing!

[@abundantlyinspired]

Your space is so pretty and cheerful.💝😍I adore that gorgeous lamp!!!! I have sewn in tiny spaces and large rooms, I'm always thankful to just be sewing.😊Thanks for sharing!!!

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌷 I couldn’t agree with you more. And, I love your channel! Fell down the rabbit hole of watching your videos and I just subscribed. 😁 You have such a good eye and have found some of the most unique pieces thrifting! Happy creating and sewing to you!🧵🪡

[@abundantlyinspired]

@@dineincreativity​​⁠❤Awww what a sweet comment to start my day! Thanks so much, I subbed to you as well😊🎀Hope you have a happy sewing day! Looking forward to watching more of your videos as well!!! xx

[@cynthiakendall3313]

Hopefully you will show us your pattern haul from Simplicity as well as your Thrift purchases. 😉💕

[@dineincreativity]

I will definitely keep this in mind for a future video! 😊 Thank you so much for being here🌷🧵🪡

[@dianecrews6130]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful sewing space

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you for being here!🧵🪡🌷

[@ShutokaJefferson]

Thanks for sharing your space. I also use a binder system as well but I store the contents of each pattern separately in manilla envelopes in fabric cubes it allows me to store several pattern envelopes in each binder I shared a pattern organization video on my channel I've accumulated over 200 patterns over the 12 years I've been sewing

[@dineincreativity]

Wow, that is a great idea! I’ve been wondering what a good storage method would be when you really start collecting a large number of patterns. I’ll definitely have to go check your video out. Thank you so much for sharing this! Happy happy sewing! 🧵🌷

[@lindaclements6639]

I’m in the midst of flipping and creating my sewing room from a guest room to a sewing room. It’s a process. Thanks for the great tips. Loved the ways to store patterns. Thank you. PS - If you don’t know - The Fairy Ring print is by British illustrator Edward Robert Hughes I think. At first I thought Arthur Rackham…but, I think it’s Hughes. Adorable. I love vintage illustrations. Love your artwork too. Stay after your painting. 😊 I’m in the same boat…enjoying sewing & embroidery the most right now too. 👩‍🎨 👩‍🎨

[@dineincreativity]

Sounds like such a fun project and it definitely is a process! Thank you so much for sharing the name of that piece. I had not known that before posting it on this channel! It is so great to know the name of the artist. Enjoy creating your sewing space! So many fun avenues to explore with creativity🧵🪡🎨😊

[@lindaclements6639]

PS I’m not KZbin savvy enough to know if this is okay or not - but, I’m doing a deep dive on making a sewing space. Not sure if it’s okay to post another KZbin person here or not. 🙈 I didn’t see a place to PM you. Anyway - After watching your video, I also watched Evelyn Wood’s on “8 sewing spaces that will make your life easier” which was also helpful. Thought I’d pass along that to you if you’re not already following her, and you said you were also ongoing working on your space. I liked her thoughts on having designated areas like “haberdashery” & “fabric store”. You ladies are all helping me try to make sense of all the marvelous bits that make up a good space. Thank you again. 🧵 🪡

[@Silver_Threads_Sewing]

I loved seeing your sewing space. I really love the way you store your patterns. I never like separating the patterns from the envelopes… so this might work for me. You have done so many beautiful paintings! Very talented. Thank you for the tour! ❤

[@dineincreativity]

Hi and thank you! If you try out this pattern storage method, I hope you enjoy! Such a process of trial and error 😅 Thank you for being here and happy sewing!🧵🪡

[@allyoops4794]

I LOVE that last painting you did of the flowers in the white vase!!!! How do you texture the paint like that, do you add something to the paint or just glob it on? Acrylic, right? I want to get into painting again!

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you! And you totally should get back into painting! I layer a pretty thick coat of gesso on the canvas before I even start painting to get an uneven/slightly textured base and then use a mix of oil and acrylic paint. I also mix the acrylic paint with painting modeling paste and liquitex acrylic medium, to really thicken everything! Happy creating! 🎨🧵🪡

[@maggar56]

Thanks for the tour. I love your art work!! Do you sell your art work?

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you! I used to sell them but for now I just paint for fun😃 may dabble a bit in selling art again in the future though! Appreciate you being here! 🧵🪡