Here's me at my sewing machine, which you can see is right by my window to the backyard and neighborhood park. Mixed blessing, that view. Mostly great. Sometimes nerve wracking and noisy. The idea board behind me is painted homasote my husband put up for me. I used to have lots of little bulletin boards but this is a luxurious expanse by comparison.
Hanging above me on the retractable clothesline is a Clothes Pin Caddy made from a refashioned blouse. (I made this project special for Studios Magazine, so check out the issue for all of the how-to details!) I loooove my clothesline to hang even more swatches and inspiration.You would not believe the amazing and inspiring studios shown in this issue. You'll see, you'll have total studio-envy. I'm even envious of my own studio. Good thing it has been documented in all it's tidy-glory, because I'm sure it'll NEVER look that organized again. It certainly doesn't now!
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Looks awesome. Can't wait to see the entire issue! Thanks for sharing your cool space.
Great space- and just as perky as your design with all the vivid pops of color. Nice and bright, too.
*I have homasote board too that I spray glued and covered in fabric. Great way to fill a wall and not too expensive.
Next time at B&N I'll check out the issue.
Immediately I saw this on twitter I had to come by. That's so cool! I look forward to it!
Looks great - I can't wait for the magazine to come out. And that clothesline is brilliant!!! It never occurred to me to do that - I'm going to Lowe's tomorrow!
Gorgeous Studio! I love it when mine is tidied up, but it never lasts-even while I'm tidying (and finding things) I'm itching to start new things....and then I do and it's messy again...sigh. I also have clothes lines around the walls. I love putting up stuff that inspires-Projects to do and such. Thanks for sharing.
BTW is that a magazine that we can pick up at news stands?
So cool! You look spiffy, too: )
I got my issue in the mail today but haven't opened it yet. I'm saving it for the weekend. :) I will have to make that clothespin bag...it is just adorable.
I'm making one of your cashmere bunnies for my granddaughter for Easter. It's cut, pinned and ready to sew.
I love your work and the fact that you share it with all of us. Thanks, Lynn
I loved seeing your creative space-it is wonderful-lucky girl! Have a nice weekend~Smiles~Tam!
I love you space..... Rita
Reading this at 6:15am - too early for a Phil Collins song.
Love you and your cute studio!! I have a clothesline that hangs vertically from curtain rod. I use it a lot!! Happy Day Betz - congrats on the feature!!
have a beautiful studio, I love the light coming through your window. congratulations!
ooh! Congrats! I can't wait to pick up a copy! You are killing me with your cleverness! I love that shirt clothespin caddy. And speaking of shirts, the one your wearing in the photo is too cute.
Love your studio! That retractable clothesline... awesome idea. And the pegbag from a blouse is too adorable. Thanks for the peek!
Yeah! Beautiful, can't wait to pick up this issue. Looks like your photo shoot was perfect weather, good thing you didn't wait till the next day. Exciting!
I love the refashioned blouse! I have one that I have been hanging onto for something special...a bit too small but still dear to my heart. I might have to whip one of these up! Your studio is super fab too!
It's a wonderful studio!! I think you have great times in it! :-)
I love your idea of the Clothes Pin Caddy! It is very funny!
Happy First Day of Spring! I really think today should be a national holiday! I have been marking the calendar days off waiting for the Studios issue. I will be stalking the bookstore on the 31st. I can't wait to see your studio goodness in there. Cheers and have a fantastic weekend
Okay, I know I already gushed about those plates, but I'm having more time today, and that clothespin caddy is totally cool. What a GREAT idea. And totally jazz-upable!
This one rocks. Thanks for this idea.
Okay, your studio is way too tidy! I am looking forward to the magazine article! A magazine I didn't know about...sorry hubby...
Thanks Betz for sharing your inspiration, space and cheerful original products!
Colleen
Lovely caddy!!! I really like that and the idea most of all!
Lovely!
Now you've made it even harder for me to wait for mine to come in the mail. I love the clothesline.
Betz, I checked out your other studio photos and I really like the critter pillows. Are you willing to share the "new applique technique" you used for these or are they in the magazine? Looks like you just used one fabric cut in the critter shape but I cannot quite tell if the top designs are just stitching or something is laid on top of the fabric and stitch down. Either way, I think they are great. And also, you look so great sitting in your studio. Nice photo!!!
Hi Karen L,
Thanks for your comment. Ah yes, the critter pillows. Something I keep meaning to get to! I will go into detail about them sometime. Still trying to decide if they are something I want to sell or demo or ??? Anyway, they are reverse appliqued. More about them soon!
betz
Wow! I love that clothespin caddy. What a great idea!
I've added you to my RSS feeds. Like your style. I make and design things also, but I haven't done it in a while.
Hi Betz,
I was following your twitter and you were looking for an eco friendly easter egg and I came across this on Etsy by accident.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21365295&ref=em
I read her blog and saw it in her etsy sidebar. I think they're great! And made of felt!!
Thought you'd like them.
kelly O.
skotten at distributel dot net
I absolutely love your work space.
I love the clothes line idea, and the clothes pin caddy is such a cool idea. :) the ric rac at the bottom is such a cute detail! :)
I read the Studio article. Excellent.
that clothesline is the best idea ever! I must have one! :)
wow... your "studio" is super!!! I like it :-)
hugs from italy
elisabetta
lovely!
Love that clothespin caddy! My mom used to have something similar, but it was much more blah and boring. Yours is so cute and fresh (as if I'm surprised)!
OH! My blouse! (I', still wearing it ;)
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