My amazing craft room (that I will never use) is complete! This room has TONS of functional space with four designated work stations and more storage than a person will probably ever utilize.
Craft Island
The main section of the craft room has a large island the comfortably seats 4-6 people. Four people could easily share the island countertop with plenty of space for each person to do their crafty project. I installed plenty of power receptacles at every work station so every person seated at the island has access to at least one.
Six people wouldn’t have as much countertop space, which would be fine if you were just drinking coffee and having “book club” or something like that.
Storage
There isn’t an inch of wasted space in this room. I built pull out storage cabinets under the countertop, on each side.
The far side of the island has open cabinets. I lifted them off the floor enough that I could add a foot rest bar — though I never did. Someone can add shelves to these cabinets, or use them as is, to store tall items.
The end of the island is a wrapping paper cabinet. Well, it can hold whatever, but I built it with the intention of it being a wrapping station.
The wall to the left of the island is full of drawers. Drawers and drawers and drawers! On the lower section, there are eight drawers, plus the pull out cabinet, on each side of the island.
The map drawers in the top section are built into angled cabinets. Each drawer is slotted to accept dividers, though I didn’t cut any. The drawers are all different depths. The top one is only about 3″ deep.
Work Stations
The far end of the room is a single desk area with task lighting. This space could be used for planning or “office work” or for another crafting station. I built the picture ledge out of scrap wood. The sconces are from Restoration Hardware Baby & Child. Amazon has some more affordable and similar options like this one.
Standing at the far end of the craft room, looking back towards the entrance, you can see there’s even more to this room.
Cutting Table
The top of the cutting table is 42″x72″. This top, along with the island and desk surfaces are painted with Sherwin Williams, semi gloss, ProClassic paint. It’s a cabinet/trim paint that is very hard once cured. It holds up very well to normal wear and use. However, I wouldn’t use a cutting wheel directly on the painted surface. I purchased a self healing mat — which I’m taking with me.
The back of the cutting table is a long cabinet that holds full fabric bolts. Above that are two shallow drawers, perfect for scissors and other tools.
The task lights are posable so you can move them around and direct them exactly where you want light.
I installed a power receptacle and cable/internet for TV in the faux chipped plaster and brick wall . For the sake of pretty photos, I edited that box out of most of the pictures. I also installed ceiling speakers. The wires for those, along with a power receptacle are housed in the front of the cutting table. (I planned this craft room out well! LOL)
To the left, behind the cutting table, is the sink area.
Craft Room Sink
This is not the sink I had planned on putting in this craft room. I built these cabinets specifically to hold an apron sink. But since I’m now just “finishing to sell”, I want to take that sink with me and use it in my new house. Because I’ve moved a lot, this isn’t the first time I haven’t completed my full vision of a renovation. So I have a few light fixtures, sinks and faucets that never got used. Luckily I had a sink and faucet that worked with the cabinets and plumbing so I was able to use up some of my excess. Whoop- whoop!
Julie tiled the countertops and backsplash last week. I opted not to build doors for the shallow side cabinets. Open shelf cabinets are fine there.
I had intended to build cabinets all the way to the ceiling when I was building this space for myself. Now that I’m selling, I’ve taken most of the additional projects off the table. This space could use a wall shelf or two but that’s something a new owner can decide.
Future Potential
In front of the sink, there is a whole other area that I didn’t bring to my full vision. I planned on a large L shaped desk along these two walls. Those walls were intended for “office” and “sewing stations”. My handy electrician wired receptacles above and below the designated desk height, to provide power wherever needed. I’m leaving it empty. Someone else can decide how they want to use this space.
On the right side of the cutting table is another space I never got to.
This little space has an access panel to allow a person to shimmy behind the angled cabinets if for any reason they need to. Perhaps someone will place a piece of furniture here…or something.
Reading Nook
This is the entrance into the craft room. Right as you walk through the doorway, there is a little reading nook to the left.
I planned on hiding this space behind a hidden bookcase door but it’s pretty cute as is.
Closet
You may remember the chippy paint barn door I made. The barn door hardware extends the full length of the wall (which is actually a cork wall!)
The barn door hides the entrance to the walk in-closet where I built long floating shelves. (After I moved the door, build an additional wall and relocated the thermostat…)
Moving on
We’ll see how I feel when I actually move out of the house, but right now I’m not sad. I’m happy to see it finally finished (mostly to my original vision) and excited to get on to my next adventure. Maybe part of the reason I’m not sad about leaving this room is because I don’t really “Craft” any more. I’ve migrated more towards woodworking and “making” which is why we’re moving in the first place. The 3000 sq/ft workshop at my new place is calling my name!
Though I never had time to enjoy it, I hope this amazing craft room makes someone else very happy! Click here to see all the posts I shared while building this ultimate craft room.
Denise Caspell says
This craftroom is so perfect and incredible! Its certain to attract the right homeowner that will love it.Very inspiring
Sandra says
Thanks Denise. I hope the new owner loves it and get’s a lot of use out of it.
PM says
Love it!
Cath Connolly says
Well done, I look forward to your posts and the prospect of you working on another house, shop makes me very happy. Thanks
Sandra says
We are so close to finishing and yet… I’ll be glad to be done and move on to my shop!
Anthula Giokas says
This is my dream room. You do such wonderful things, truly talented.
Sandra says
Thanks so much. I think it was my dream room when I was building it but my hobby passions have evolved over the last few years. So I’ll be ok leaving this behind. I do look at it and feel good though.
Michelle says
Amazing!!! I can’t imagine the hours & hours of work that went into this space, and it’s beautiful! Someone could run a small business from this area….like handmade wedding invitations, etc. Fantastic job!!
Sandra says
There’s so much one could do in this space. I had photography/videography in mind as I was planning and building it. Hope someone really enjoys it.
Pam says
If this were my house, I would never move. Are you sure that you want to leave?
Sandra says
I’m excited to move on to my next adventure.
Timisha says
This is so freaking AWESOME!!!!!!!!!
Vickie H. says
I found you when you were in the initial stages of fleshing out this room! Even less than 100% of your original vision, it is a joy to behold! This room will make someone incredibly happy! Wonderful work!
Sandra says
Thanks so much. I hope someone enjoys using this space — but I’ll likely never know and I’m ok with that. LOL
Carla says
That room is amazing. I would be in heaven.
Pam in NH says
Congratulations on creating such beauty with your talent. I love it all!
Cathy says
I love it! It is every crafter’s dream. Great job!
Sharon C says
Wow, what an absolutely stunning room. I love all the storage options. You have done an amazing job. The new homeowner is one very lucky person!!!!
Tammara says
I’m drooling, gotta get a napkin. Stunning job!
Sandra says
Almost spit out my coffee reading your comment. Thanks!
Brittany aka Pretty Handy Girl says
So exciting to see this space finished. I know you’re going to love putting your touch on your new workshop soon!
Virginia (Ginny) Henley says
My criteria for a new house is a honking big workshop and craft area with the inclusion of a bedroom, bath, living area and kitchen. You got it down pat! Fabulous planning and execution.
Sandra says
Thanks so much. Almost ready for market! I so need a vacation. lol
Ange says
OMG, I love the end result. If this was my craft room it would be hard for me to leave this amazing space. You did a fantastic job!!
Edie S says
I know this is a craft room but all I see is a homeschooling mama’s dream. Reading nook and all!!! ?
Great job. The next owner is sure lucky!
Sandra says
The space that I planned to have as a sewing area would be perfect for individual desk areas too. I kinda had the thought that this space could be a good homeschool room too. I didn’t home school Madison but I know that’s something a lot of people do. Whatever the buyers envision, I hope they get good use of this space.
lorihbowen says
You’ve done it: created my dream craft space! It’s just beautiful!
Kathy says
I hope the new owners appreciate and use this amazing space. If they want to tear it out and use it as a bonus room or something, I would offer free unistall services and find a way to repurpose them in your new home!!!
Sandra says
I’ll pass on your name for the Free uninstall services.LOL
John says
Totally amazing!
I’ll definitely reshape my craft room from that guide
Mims254 says
You truly have gifted hands! This is amazing. I hope whoever uses this room now appreciates the time and work that you put in. Just discovered you now and I am glad I did!
Melody says
This is an incredible craft room. There are so many work areas and spaces. Very unique and original. I love the shelves for wrapping paper. Definitely a one of a kind space!