So, while I was doing a big clean up in my craft room this morning. I got to thinking back to when I started and how much my space has changed over the years.
When I first dipped my toes into the world of crafting over 10 years ago, my setup was… let’s say “optimistically improvised.” A corner desk, a shoebox of mismatched supplies, and a dream. Back then, I didn’t know where this path would lead—I just knew I loved making things with my hands, even if it meant glitter in my cereal and thread tangled in my hair.
Fast forward to today, and my crafting space feels like a second home. It’s not just a place to make things—it’s a place that reflects who I’ve become as a creator. (And maybe there’s still a chance of glitter in my cereal lol 
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The Early Days: Crafting in Chaos
In the beginning, I made do with what I had. My tools were basic, my storage was nonexistent, and every project meant a mini scavenger hunt. But there was magic in that mess. I learned to be resourceful, to improvise, and to find joy in the process rather than the polish. I remember using old Tupperware containers to store beads, borrowing my kid’s markers for quick sketches, and having so much loose thread rolls and bobbins everywhere. It was chaotic, but it was mine.
Early craft desk pics. I had to move machines around to use different ones all the time. We all start somewhere.
Growing into My Style
As my skills grew, so did my need for organization—and personalization. I started investing in better tools, labeling drawers, and creating zones for different types of projects. My space began to reflect my style: playful, pastel, and full of character.
I added a rolling cart for my paints and inks, and dedicated heat press area. Shelves to store all my cutting machines on. Along with a nice crafting island bench so I can just get crafting clutter free whenever I need to.
Today, my crafting space is a blend of function and style. Every shelf, bin, and hook has a purpose, but they also spark joy. I’ve learned what works for me and my crafting process. I found I never sat down when I crafted, so I did away with the chair and desks. I made counters as my main workstations so I can move freely from one to the other. I made dedicated stations for each craft I do (there’s a lot) which helps my brain stay in the zone to craft. It’s a space that supports both spontaneity and structure, which is exactly how I like to create.
Pics of my craft room now
A Space That Grows With Me
Looking back, I’m proud of how far I’ve come—not just in my craft, but in how I’ve shaped my environment to nurture it. My space has grown with me, adapting to new passions, tools, and techniques. It’s a living reflection of my journey, and every corner tells a story.
So, share your before and after crafting spaces with us. I would love to see them.
I w, only missing one style from my collection and that’s a hat press but I can use mini or mini 3 if I want to make a hat…… I would ent mind the new tumbler press in my collection lol
gotta work with what you got.