....when I am working indoors. (I paint my vintage furniture in my garage.)
It's the Second Annual Where Bloggers Create Party, with over 450 bloggers participating!! Welcome to my workspace! I consider myself to be very blessed to have a master suite as a workroom in my newest home here in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Formerly my grandson's nursery, I was thrilled to have inherited the soft mocha and cream striped walls, as well as the wonderfully high ceilings, a ginormous ledge for display, and the large window that lets in so much light.
The room is still very much a work in progress, as I only began to figure out what to put where and how to arrange things about four weeks ago, when I decided I wanted to enter the Where Bloggers Create Contest. (I only moved into my newest home in December, and to say life has been a bit crazy is an understatement. That, and I am...um...on the slightly disorganized side. Creative minds are seldom tidy and all that, you know.)
Everything in my workroom is re-purposed, recycled or renovated. (I am all about living that charmed life on a shoestring!)
My computer desk is actually a vintage dressing table (Don't look too closely! You will see I haven't put the knobs on yet...I am painting them up this weekend...) and I am using my various clipboards as organizational tools for sorting receipts, to-do lists, my calendar, and works in progress things. My bulletin board over the dressing table is an ever changing inspiration board.
A basic small farm table works as a center island for me, and is the perfect spot for me to do assembly work. I like to work standing, and I can look out the window while I work.
The book cases house all sorts of things....vintage bicycle baskets hold oodles and toodles of idea folders.....
..which are just about my favorite form of inspiration. I pull out folders sometimes at night and crawl into bed to flip through the pictures (all set up by category...such as Kitchens, fireplaces, entertaining, etc.) for ideas.
The long skirted table between the bookcases is actually a very old hutch bottom that I have had for at least 12 years...it has been in my dining room, office, my patio, my deck...and now...my workroom! The piece above the long table is an old vintage baby crib mattress spring...perfect for showcasing memorabilia.
An old weathered metal rack is the perfect solution for housing my many rolls of ribbon. The chalkboard up above is perfect for putting a quote of the week to add more inspiration.
An old weathered and chippied bench sits under the window and holds my stack of vintage dictionaries, which I love to use when making banners and flags.
As I said, the room is still a work in progress, and will be fully completed in the next couple of weeks...and I'll be sharing ore details...including the fully organized walk in closet with a window.
Thank you Karen, and Jo, and everyone at Where Women Create, for hosting such a fun, fabulous contest and party!
Beautiful. It must help you to have such a lovely room in the colours you love. Cherrie
Posted by: cherrie | June 19, 2010 at 12:04 AM
I love your striped walls, the colors are so warm and cozy. And your big ledge is such a fun space!
Love your room...what a beautiful place to be inspired, and create.
Posted by: debi | June 19, 2010 at 01:51 AM
I've been waiting patiently to see your work space and of course I love everything about it. All of your colors are very restful and eye-pleasing. I am inspired by all of your repurposed items. My favorite posts of yours are the ones featuring items from your Camus Antique space. I knew I would love it here and I do. Thanks for allowing us this look...hope you can visit me.
Joyce
Posted by: Joyce | June 19, 2010 at 05:01 AM
Tracey, your space looks so inviting. I love the bulletin board surrounded by clipboards.
Thanks for sharing.
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda | June 19, 2010 at 05:34 AM
organization! I cannot even walk through my space right now....I am a messy creator
Posted by: thepaper-rose | June 19, 2010 at 05:44 AM
Love the way you think!
Posted by: Christine | June 19, 2010 at 06:10 AM
Tracy, it's beautiful!
Posted by: mary | June 19, 2010 at 06:11 AM
Love your space with the striped walls and repurposed furniture and accessories. Definitely will be back to see more as I look for ideas as I move my space. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Christine Edwards | June 19, 2010 at 06:35 AM
Your workspace is wonderful! I love the clipboard idea and they look awesome hanging out with the bulletin board. What a great space to create!
Posted by: marie | June 19, 2010 at 07:12 AM
you have a lovely space to create- tidy and organized. I love the old metal wire rack- so cool.
Posted by: lorraine lewis | June 19, 2010 at 08:25 AM
I love your creative space!
~elaine~
Posted by: Elaine L. | June 19, 2010 at 09:02 AM
I love this room. I can't imagine it could get any better. But I know that is what you will do. I will be excited to see
Part II.
Posted by: Pam | June 19, 2010 at 09:15 AM
what a wonderful place you have! you have given me some ideas indeed.
blessings,
aimee
Posted by: thedailyapron | June 19, 2010 at 09:50 AM
I'm Jealous Tracey... I just posted on my facebook, that I wanted and old crib spring, to which my hubby replied we have no room for it... {Why is he my facebook friend} hahahaha, no wonder you projects are so beautiful, you create in a beautiful space!
Posted by: Jen | June 19, 2010 at 10:20 AM
Just a wonderful room Tracey! The daisies in the rain boots add a touch of whimsey. How fun it must be to "create" in such a lovely environment.
Posted by: Barb in CA | June 19, 2010 at 12:51 PM
hi tracey,
what a great space. love the striped walls, antique typewriter, and the look and palette of everything. (and boy, you have great hair, too!)
thanks so much for sharing where you create.
happy party hopping!
xo
elyse
Posted by: elyse | June 19, 2010 at 01:30 PM
It looks wonderful, Tracey! I love the striped walls. Lucky you for getting to move into a room so nicely painted - you should have seen what I had to start with!
Happy creating! ::Jill
Posted by: Jill | June 19, 2010 at 01:39 PM
How lovely to see your work room set up like this. I think it is coming together beautifully. Thanks for the tour!
Posted by: Marianne@Songbird | June 19, 2010 at 01:48 PM
Hi
Such a beautiful post and studio. This is my fist time to visit you and expect to come back many more times.
If you ever think you might be interested -- join in our meme on Fridays as we celebrate the beauty in our lives. You would fit in perfectly!
Claudia
http://www.dipityroad.com/where-bloggers-create/where-bloggers-create-my-studio
Posted by: Claudia@DipityRoad | June 19, 2010 at 02:35 PM
What a lovely space to work in. I could move right in. I'm sure it gives you lots of inspiration! Love your collection of wedding cake toppers and the crib springs used for a memo/inspiration board.
xo
jeanne
Posted by: Jeanne | June 19, 2010 at 04:26 PM
Simply charming.
Posted by: Dayle | June 19, 2010 at 08:50 PM
Oh, how lovely your studio is..it will all come together. I'll watch for more photos. Don't you love having the cathedral ceiling? Mine has one too..it really expands the feeling of the room.
I had just moved into our home when last years party took place but entered anyway and showed my remodeling.
It's such a pleasure to be back for the party again this year and visiting all of the wonderful creative souls and their creative space. Thank you for sharing yours with me.
I would love for you to visit with me and stroll through my studio..it's been a labor of love to put together and now after a year in our home putting everything together as it should be I feel like I can "spread my wings" and fly!
Have a wonderful day,
Stephanie ♥
Posted by: Queen of Dreamsz ~ The Art of Stuff | June 20, 2010 at 02:07 AM
Thanks so much for sharing your space. I love it, and it is so inspiring! The next place we move will likely not have room for me to have a dedicated studio like I do at the current one (bummer), but I'm planning on using my master bedroom as a studio that we happen to sleep in. I know most people advise against the work/sleep combo in the same space, when your work is what you love, it doesn't seem like such a terrible idea. Anyway, seeing how you set up your room was a great way for me to think positively about my own space-to-be (or lack thereof). Thanks again -- your studio is AWESOME and so are you!
Posted by: Cara | June 20, 2010 at 07:47 AM
Love your striped walls, fabulous. You have such a great shabby chic creative space. Everything in it's place. So, enjoyed my visit with you. Enjoy the rest of the party.
Hugz,
Zandra
Posted by: zandra cudney | June 20, 2010 at 09:51 AM
What a beautiful studio! Fabulous walls!
Queen Bee Studio
Posted by: Queen | June 20, 2010 at 12:22 PM
Lovely studio Tracey. Will look forward to seeing further photos as it progresses - no doubt more additions as more finds come along.
Posted by: Lorraine | June 20, 2010 at 02:21 PM
Hi Tracey,
I love your studio! It looks as if you have plenty of room... It just ooooozes warmth, charm and happiness!
I think you're off to a great start!
happy creating,
Deb~
Posted by: Debbie | June 20, 2010 at 08:45 PM
What a warm inviting room you have created!
Posted by: april | June 20, 2010 at 08:52 PM
What a great place to create! And so many awesome vintage finds!
Best wishes,
Chris
www.curbyscloset.com/blog/
Posted by: Chris Anderson | June 20, 2010 at 09:35 PM
I've been following your blog for a very long time and am happy to see your beautiful craft space. I love the striped walls and all your vintage touches. It's very homey and whimsical too. Thanks for the tour. Can't wait to see more of the townhouse too.
Leslie
Posted by: Leslie | June 21, 2010 at 01:10 PM
It is soooo cute! i love the stripes! :)
~Liz
Posted by: Liz | June 21, 2010 at 08:19 PM
typewriter, suitcases and banners, oh my! Love your striped space! ~Robin~
Posted by: Robin Clevenger | June 22, 2010 at 07:10 PM
Oh my! Your studio is so charming! Thanks for the tour, it was so enjoyable!
Posted by: kimberly shaw | June 23, 2010 at 11:08 PM
Hi! Still making my rounds with the creative blogs, love yours! I always enjoy your blog, so many cool ideas. Marcia@vintagefrenchhen.blogspot.com
Posted by: marcia | June 24, 2010 at 07:01 AM
Such a beautiful space to create ♥
Posted by: Deb | June 25, 2010 at 12:16 PM
Wow - I'd love to have a display ledge like yours! Love your rubber boots too. Thank you for inviting us to visit.
Posted by: Mary Anne | June 25, 2010 at 04:15 PM
Hi there, I love love love your antique desk, and tables and chair. I am just crazy about chairs right now. So cool! Oh and the darling polka dot rain boots. I need them for my room.
comevisit
cindy@stitches
Posted by: cindy geilmann | June 25, 2010 at 09:58 PM
Tracy it is just lovely. You have so much wonderful space to work in! I too, love the striped walls. In fact, you've got me considering another painting project!!! Thank you so much for joining the party and showing off your room so far. It looks beautiful already!
xo,
Karen
My Desert Cottage
Posted by: Karen Valentine | June 26, 2010 at 06:05 PM
Now that is one terrific space... look at all that room...love the niche above the door and that dress form...so many wonderful treasures make up your well organized creative space.
Posted by: Terri G. | June 27, 2010 at 11:08 AM
Your room is just lovely - I especially like the striped walls. Using a table as a centre island is a terrific idea! I can't imagine what else you could do to your room; it looks perfect just the way it is! Thanks so much for sharing it.
Posted by: Jillayne | June 27, 2010 at 01:24 PM
great space-love those stripes! and the crib springs~thanks for sharing!
Posted by: donna joy | June 27, 2010 at 09:11 PM
This blog post of yours is definitely a highlight and an inspiration; to us and hopefully to you. It makes all of us want to come and spend a creative hour in your workroom ourselves!
What music are you listening to while you're in there?
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda Knowlton | June 29, 2010 at 04:28 AM
You've got such a lovely space! Love the baby crip mattress springs.
xx
Posted by: Sheila (TCW) | June 29, 2010 at 11:35 PM
Love the striped wall treatment and the crib mattress springs. Wonderful space!
Posted by: Halle G | July 01, 2010 at 09:15 AM
You've got a great space! I love the stripes and the colors in this room. Wonderful work areas and storage.
Posted by: Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions | July 02, 2010 at 10:26 AM
Your room is lovely. I like the stripes. There colors work so well with your vintage things!
Posted by: Lynnae | July 08, 2010 at 05:58 PM
That is my kind of studio! Very interesting storage and decorating ideas. I am all about repurposing too. Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful space! Connie
Posted by: Connie E | July 09, 2010 at 01:05 PM
I too am a fan of the white and have all white furniture. However I am thinking about adding alot of black and getting rid of the pastels...
Thank you for sharing your space.
BTW~ I am having a giveaway to celebrate the 30 day anniversary of my blog... Yes, only 30 days! I would love it if you would come by and visit at http://scrappingwithsherry1.blogspot.com/ Hope to see you there~ Sherry
Posted by: Sherry Ferguson | August 07, 2010 at 05:54 AM
What a cute space! Love seeing the crib springs as a display and the collection of wedding toppers. The banner you are making out of the dictionary pages has such a cool look to it. And I will have to come over to "borrow" that typewriter -- I'm really digging it! :D
Posted by: marnie | September 04, 2010 at 04:49 AM