This is what I was working on right before I had to spiff up for the Where Women Create photos in the studio.
Tiny trees in process, everywhere. But the room was tidy as can be, I set up folding tables and rolled up the rug and tried to contain the messes I was working on.
During the "try not to mess it up stage" between cleaning the studio for a shoot, getting sick and postponing, then trying to keep it nice for a couple weeks for the next shoot, I even had a mini craft day. Beth and Karla came over, and Beth made elf shoes from Dawn's tutorial.
There wasn't a lot of space to work, since I was trying to keep all chaos contained as much as possible. But tiny shoes don't need a big workspace.
It was the third date Carol and I had set for the photos, I'd cancelled two times due to illnesses. That means I had to get the room ready THREE times.
And the every day nature of my studio isn't exactly pristine. I've learned that the more space I have, the more I fill. When one table is uninhabitable, I move onto the next!
While it was a struggle to keep the room semi neat while waiting for the date with Carol, it was so worth it. She got some lovely pictures. (not these, hers are saved for the publication and are much better than what I take)
I'm enjoying the temporary tidiness, but it won't last long. I'm in the midst of whipping up prototypes, then kits for our projects on November 23rd, at Romantic Cottage Christmas.
(this fairy and angel are from my online Mini Dressform tutorial, not for the upcoming class)
Now that the photos and article are turned in to the editor, and all my trees are glittered up, I'm ready to focus on the upcoming class. I've been day dreaming about Christmas cookies and other treats…. I guess I should be thinking about the workshop projects instead.
If you are in need of mini, glittering trees, I have some in my Etsy shop. Not a lot yet, but if you don't see what you want, just ask me, as you can see, I have plenty.
What a wonderful work space you have! I would love to do some creating in there!
tot
Wow! Your studio looks so pretty. I’m in the process of taking over my son’s old attic bedroom for a creative space. Sort of makes me sad that he isn’t occupying the place any more but happy about where he’s at. Looking forward to seeing your studio in the magazine.
Every inch looks spectacular, Karla! Every single inch! I’m so desperately trying to get my space in order (with dismal results). Seeing yours both awes and inspires me (and also scares the heck out of me!).
Meanwhile, my trees are still in the bleaching mode. I wonder if they’ll just stay that way till next year! I thought I’d have time with this retirement gig!
Messy or clean, I love to see your studio. It must be amazing in person! I’d love to peek into every nook and cranny!
Enjoy your beautiful forest of Christmas trees!
Leann
I could lok at pictures of your studio all day, there’s always something new to pick out.
Your shoes look fabulous too, I may have a go at making one myself.
I always love visiting your studio. It is so beautiful and inspirational.