5 Best Sewing Room Accessories
Whether it’s baking, furniture up-cycling, card making or sewing, arts and crafts are a great way to pass your spare time or can be transformed into a thriving business that can be done from the comfort of your own home. Sewing classes have become one of the most popular courses in the UK in 2015 with more and more people turning their artistic hands to soft furnishings, clothes and accessories. Whilst sewing provides a perfect hobby for stay at home mums or those who wish to work from home you will require space and storage for your machinery and materials so with this in mind, let’s take a look at the 5 best accessories to create a fabulous and functional sewing room.
- Storage
Sewing can be quite a messy craft with lots of small items and accessories required to design and create some fabulous clothing items or furnishings. It is therefore important to ensure that your materials are neat and organised where they can be easily located when needed. A chest of drawers or open front shelving area is perfect for storing your textiles and fabrics where they can be organised due to size, colour or pattern.
Smaller items such as needles, threads, sequins, beads and scissors can be stored in small drawers, jars, or wall mounted shelving with containers that are labelled with their contents to ensure your work space remains neat and uncluttered.
- Furniture
Selecting the right furniture items for you sewing room is an extremely important task. Your items should not only be functional but look elegant and stylish within your chosen space. The first item to select is a sturdy table in which to place your sewing machine and accessories. If you have a large room then opt for a spacious dining table that will provide ample space for your materials and tools or if you have limited space then select a fold away table or a corner desk that is small yet efficient.
An ironing board is an essential item in any sewing room so why not make it a focal point within your chosen space. Select a long table or chest and attach a shop bought ironing board to the top for a unique and stylish item. You can also add some under table storage areas for added versatility and practicality.
- Seating
If you’re going to be spending a lot of time at your sewing machine then it is important to create a comfortable and supportive space in which to work. Innovatively designed desk chairs are a great addition to any sewing room area as they provide specific back support and an ergonomic design that is perfect for long periods of sitting.
If plain black and grey are a bit mundane for your tastes then why not put your crafty fingers to good use and create a seat cover in fabulous floral or shabby chic fabric for a pop of colour and pattern. If you’re looking for a quirky and fun seating option then why not select one of these fabulous ‘button stools’ that will look fabulous teamed with a pastel or bubblegum painted desk.
- Decor
No one wants to work in a cold and plain interior space so it’s important to create a warm and welcoming room where you can escape and enjoy your craft. I absolutely love these gorgeous knot effect knitted cushions that will look perfect on your desk chair or placed on a cosy armchair where you can enjoy a spot of crocheting or knitting.
Choose natural colour tones for a rustic cottage look or opt for bold or pastel tones for a fresh and feminine feel. If you have a corner of your room that is looking sparse or unused then why not create a focal point with a fantastic fabric covered mannequin that will provide an elegant silhouette in your sewing room and provide a model for fitting and sizing your clothing designs.
- Lighting
Lighting is an important element of any interior design and when your hobby involves sharp needles, minute stitches and intricate embellishments it is important to have plenty of light that will help you with your work. We love this quirky desk lamp that has been decorated with multi coloured buttons for a fun and functional focal point in your chosen space.
Curvaceous moveable arm lamps are a practical choice for your work area as you can specifically position your light on a close up area for more detailed needlework and decoration. If you have an old or antique sewing machine that is no longer usable then why not try your hand at up-cycling it into a lamp base that will take pride of place on your desk or storage area.
For more ideas on decorating and furnishing your sewing room, take a look at our latest Pinterest board – Pinterest – Sewing Rooms