Project - My Scrap Studio - Part 1

wookiemouse said...

After 6 months and more money that I want to tally up, my dream room is finally complete! Quite a far cry from the tiny corner I had in the old house. I got a lot of my storage ideas and design thoughts from other Peas, so I felt like I needed to "pay it forward" and hopefully help out someone else who had a scraproom dilemma. I have a lot of stuff in the room, but I didn't pay full price for anything and got quite a few sweet deals. Feel free to Peamail me for additional details on any of the items if needed.
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1 - an overview of the room taken from the doorway. All the cabinets are Mills Pride from Home Depot, just the basic units, with glass inserts on the uppers. The knobs are the cheapest ones I could find at the store - brushed nickel, but they worked well with the decor. The countertops are standard black Formica, also from Home Depot. They have the raised lip edge which has come in so handy when spilling rolly things. The center island is the Target project table and the rug is from Home Decorators collection. The walls are about the color of Werthers candies. The ceiling beams are about 2 shades darker and the inset panels 2 shades lighter than the walls. I added a new ceiling fan and 8 can lights for nighttime scrapping. With the black and white cabinets, I can pretty much change the paint in this room to any color I want and it'll work. The floor I got a great deal on from a local flooring company - it's &quot;cabin grade&quot; hardwood, meaning it has minor imperfections, but it's hardly noticeable - and especially desirable when you're a klutz like I am and tend to drop scissors on it.
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2 - From the opposite side of the room. The L formation of the counters and cabinets has worked great so far. I use the countertops as my work surface (stamping, die cutting, etc) and leave the project table open for assembly and layout. I had to go with cabinets - my toddler is in the room with me while I scrap, and every single door in the room has a toddler lock on it. Which may seem inconvenient to some, but it's minor compared to the damage he's able to do! The counters are &quot;capped&quot; by full-height pantry units on each side (plus another half unit by the entry door).
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3 - The wall opposite the L counter. The room had 2 funky insets due to the fireplace coming up from downstairs. I turned one into a built-in computer desk and the other into an armoire. All the cabinets and shelves are standard Mills Pride - we just took the doors off of them to give the shelf look, and added some crown molding for a built-in touch. On the fireplace itself I put up a Pottery Barn Franklin Craft Center.
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4 - The computer center. Each adjustable shelf holds a peripheral (fax, printer, Wishblade, etc). The cords run through grommets along the back wall, keeping them out of sight and tangle free. I keep all my CDs in the drawers, along with computer related scrap supplies such as transparencies and photo paper. This station also serves as my work desk (I do interior design consultant work for a local architecture firm). My design and scrapbooking books are on the upper shelves (and I let DH have some room as well).
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5 - The Pottery Barn Franklin Craft Center, bought on sale, on the fireplace jut-out. The magnetic chalkboard holds bags of photo groupings that I want to scrap. I also put my sketches and inspirations in there as well. With limited time to scrap some days, it's a lot easier to grab a bag than to sort through boxes.
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6 - On top of the craft center, I have my stamp sets that were not easy to break up, like the Michaels $1 stamps, the Hero Arts monogram sets, Gelatins, etc. They're housed in iron bins from the garden section of Hobby Lobby, bought on clearance.
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7 - The inside of the craft center. I store all my plastic templates and long rulers in here. On the rods, I have my &quot;not quite ribbons&quot; - the Queen and Co felt, Doodlebug paper accents, etc. On the corkboard sides, I keep small paper things I need

Posted 10/19/07 at 02:14 PM

Debbi T said...

What a gorgeous space! And dang, girl, I thought I had a lotta stuff! Enjoy your dream space!

Posted 10/20/07 at 04:49 PM

~Razzmatazz~ said...

wwwwwwwwwwow. AWESOME!!!!!!

Posted 10/20/07 at 06:29 PM

ragilleo said...

Wow...well done! Lots of great ideas.

Posted 10/20/07 at 08:25 PM

scrappinrocks said...

That is an amazing scraproom!!! If I had a room like that, I'd never leave it. <img border='0' src='/images/icons/grin.gif'> I love your ribbon storage, man I wish I had something like that.

Posted 10/20/07 at 09:20 PM

bwgayoso said...

Beautiful room!! OMG! it is absolutely perfect! Enjoy! <img border='0' src='/images/icons/wink.gif'>

Posted 10/21/07 at 09:27 PM

craftymoon said...

Holy Moly... that is an awesome room!! TFS!!

Posted 10/21/07 at 10:15 PM

RedP said...

OMG!! LOVE IT!! TFS!

Posted 10/22/07 at 07:46 AM

BettyCropper said...

You have caused me to break a commandment...I am SO coveting your space!
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Posted 10/22/07 at 07:50 AM

NavyMom said...

Absolutely Fabulous! Congratulations - you did a marvelous job. The best thing besides the fantastic view!! I love the black and white chair! This is a room I would never leave. Thanks for sharing!

Posted 10/22/07 at 08:07 AM

sarah&cali said...

Wowzers! My jaw hit the floor when I opened this link. Gorgeous room. Love the black &amp; white. tfs! <img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'>

Posted 10/22/07 at 09:50 AM

klh54 said...

So beautiful! I have plans for my dream room one day and they are close to yours. I always thought a kitchen worked well for scrapping. I learned I like standing to scrap better than sitting and a huge island is the ticket for me. I like lots of drawers of varying depths, but other than that you have brought my dream room to life! Thanks for sharing and I hope you get a lot of enjoyment out that space!
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Posted 10/22/07 at 11:43 AM

writermom1 said...

I don't need a new scrap room, but I really enjoyed how clean and &quot;classic&quot; this one is.
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Your use of black, white, and that warm neutral wall color really &quot;pop&quot; while still looking timeless. I think you've created a room that appeals to scrappers and non-scrappers alike and that you won't soon grow tired of.
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Beautiful job!

Posted 10/22/07 at 01:41 PM

weeziepea said...

It's really beautiful!

Posted 10/22/07 at 08:08 PM

nenanev said...

I think your studio is awesome. I recently purchase the project/craft table from Target but now it is not one piece (at least yours looks like one piece). It is 3 pieces and it is $550.00. And the shipping wasn't free nor could you buy it in the store. lol.
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You inspired me to buy it and luckily I had a gift card. Otherwise I would have been so jealous of you forever lol. Great Great space!

Posted 10/25/07 at 05:45 PM

mama2perfection said...

WoW!! I thought i had a lot of scrapbooking stuff!! No joke -- it looks like you robbed a scrapbooing supply store!!!
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I really do want to know -- did you just go out and spend a ton of money at once or is this an over time type of thing?? How long did it take to get all that stuff??
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Posted 10/26/07 at 07:42 PM

eiansmom said...

Your room is beautiful!!!
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Love your organizational solutions.

Posted 11/15/07 at 12:15 PM

ricanlaw said...

Absolutely breathtaking! Thanks for sharing and being so informative. Thank you!

Posted 11/21/07 at 09:09 PM

JenSebast said...

Your room is absolutely gorgeous in every way! I love the neutral color shemes, the cabinetry, fabric...just everything! Thank you so much for the descriptions as well.

Posted 12/11/07 at 02:48 PM

tracyscraplady4life said...

beautiful space...love the ceiling!!

Posted 12/13/07 at 07:40 PM

Michele M said...

Wow, what a truely beautiful well organized space!
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I just love it and the view!!!
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This looks like a HGTV dream home!! haha
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You did a fantastic job creating this room.

Posted 01/01/08 at 10:02 AM

JenBinAZ said...

what a gorgeous room!! Thanks for sharing.

Posted 01/01/08 at 10:19 AM

rachel1275 said...

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful photos and descriptions of your beautiful scraproom! I am working on organizing my finished basement into my scrap area and you have provided some great ideas. Thank you!

Posted 01/01/08 at 10:39 AM

dgmlmax said...

WOW! Your room is amazing. I love everything about it. I do have a couple of ?'s for you. Where are the cabinets from? The thing that stores under your target table, do you know if that is still available, did you say it was from target also? Lastly, the really nosey ? that I'm sure every wants to ask but won't.... ( please don't answer if you don't want to)... how much do you think this room cost you to set it up like this? I'm guessing most of our rooms are not quite as large as yours, so we could then figure out how much it would cost any of us. Again your room is great, I want to come play!
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Posted 01/01/08 at 03:55 PM

angiebabyd14 said...

I think i speak from a lot of us who don't have the space or the money when i say.........i totaly hate you right now. Just joking! <img border='0' src='/images/icons/grin.gif'> Love everything about this room. My favorite part being the view.

Posted 01/01/08 at 08:26 PM

Kendalls Mom said...

Wow, wow, wow...you are going to get a lot of praise for this room. It is perfectly organized...a dream room here. The ceiling is gorgeous, the view, the chair...everything. Thanks for sharing. I definately have to bookmark this one.

Posted 01/01/08 at 08:38 PM

*kirstie* said...

WOW! This is AWESOME! You must be so proud to have this amazing room! And holy cow! That's a lotta stuff!!! <img border='0' src='/images/icons/laugh.gif'> <img border='0' src='/images/icons/laugh.gif'> <img border='0' src='/images/icons/laugh.gif'>

Posted 01/01/08 at 09:00 PM

ScrappyBeee said...

Holy Moly! Your dream room is simply fabulous and what an incredible view you have. It truly is a dream! Wow - thanks for sharing!
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Posted 01/01/08 at 09:20 PM

netchick said...

This is by far the BEST room I have ever seen!!!! Beautiful!!! Enjoy it!!!

Posted 01/01/08 at 09:40 PM

papernut said...

Absolutely beautiful - what a dream come true!

Posted 01/01/08 at 10:13 PM

mommamoonrn said...

All I can say is WOW!

Posted 01/01/08 at 10:46 PM

1scrappyRN said...

That is the PERFECT room, you are a very lucky girl. The view is inspiring. Can I come live with you! LOL!

Posted 01/02/08 at 10:17 AM

Kiki-NL said...

Love your room, but more I love the view! I would sit on the deck the whole day! Wauw! <img border='0' src='/images/icons/blush.gif'>

Posted 01/02/08 at 11:38 AM

coli123 said...

Where did you say you lived???????? Love your room! Now let me go tell my hubby we need to buy a new home!!!!!

Posted 01/02/08 at 12:39 PM

WendyMorris said...

SUPER SUPER SUPER nice!!!! Love the organization! Great colors in the room too!

Posted 01/02/08 at 03:49 PM

Rosaria5 said...

Holy Scrap! That is such a FANTASTIC room! You must get so much done there! LOVE how organized it all is! Really a dream room!!

Posted 01/02/08 at 03:50 PM

shea2473 said...

OMG, amazing doesn't even describe it!!! <img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'> I know it's your scraproom, but I want a kitchen that looks like that, lol!!! <img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'> <img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'> <img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'>

Posted 01/02/08 at 05:08 PM

ScrapRx said...

OMG... new years resolution out the window! i so envy your space! hehe

Posted 01/02/08 at 05:13 PM

mousework said...

Awesome!!! I'm so happy for you; it's beautiful!!!

Posted 01/03/08 at 11:09 AM

PolyGirl said...

Beautiful space! Thanks for sharing all the yummy details!
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Posted 01/03/08 at 02:49 PM

ashlero said...

Beautiful space!

Posted 01/03/08 at 06:02 PM

MsKenJr said...

I ditto everything everyone has already said! I am amazed and in complete awe! Awesome awesome job!!! Thanks so much for the time you took to take the pics and explain everything! I really enjoyed looking through it all, and getting alot of ideas!! Thanks so much!

Posted 01/03/08 at 07:20 PM

Nerissa said...

Did you win the lottery....that is an Amazing scraproom and the view is magnificent. I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw the pictures. Congratulations on a great job! You must be quite inspired in this room!
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Posted 01/03/08 at 08:02 PM

dawn_bibbs said...

Oh my GOSH....I SO love your room! I'm about to decorate my own scrapbook/craft room, and I'm planning on using black &amp; white too. Your room has SOOOO inspired me. I actually already have the fabric you used for your window treatments <img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'>. Love it, LOVE IT!!! Thanks for sharing.

Posted 01/03/08 at 09:21 PM

scrappinermama said...

Awesome! Currently working on my own room----am waiting for DH to finish building me shelves and a new desk! Will have to show this; I love the ribbon storage!!!! Colors are beautiful!!!! Way to go!

Posted 01/03/08 at 10:39 PM

mamalatte said...

Oh my. We just bought a new house and i am KICKING myself for not scoping out a space for a scrap room like this. So beautiful.

Posted 01/04/08 at 02:02 PM

CHRISTINAMAURICIO said...

From Brazil ALL MY APPRECIATION and thanks for sharing this dream-room with us.
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May you have great ideas there!!!
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By the way... do you have any BLOG or a site where I could see your work on scrapbooking, I'd love to!!!!!
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I'll be waiting your contact, ok?? (christina.japiassu@gmail.com)
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Congrats once more!!!

Posted 01/04/08 at 02:21 PM

myphotoproductions said...

GORGEOUS!!!!!! everything about it , a true dream.
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Posted 01/04/08 at 04:25 PM

thefunkyfairy said...

I am so drooling right now!!!!! You are a very lucky girl! Congrats.

Posted 01/04/08 at 05:40 PM

isu.alum_kerbear said...

GULP! HOLEY KAMOLEY...YOU ARE SOOOOO LUCKY. That looks like half of my kitchen! I'm dying here. It's just amazingly beautiful and organized!
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Posted 01/04/08 at 08:24 PM

cotnwoodfam said...

Amazing, I am so jealous.

Posted 01/05/08 at 12:00 AM

dksoden said...

This room is amazing!!! It is my favorite scrapbook room that I've seen on 2 Peas.....and that's quite a compliment because there are some amazing ones. I think it's just perfect.....LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!!!
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Posted 01/05/08 at 11:57 AM

tyme2scrap said...

completely gree with evy!!!!!Gorgeous scraproom

Posted 01/05/08 at 01:39 PM

CJnID said...

LOVELY!!

Posted 01/05/08 at 03:29 PM

whirligig0_0 said...

I think I actually stopped breathing for a minute!

Posted 01/05/08 at 06:10 PM

marla1970 said...

I'm jealous!
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Posted 01/05/08 at 09:13 PM

KKellyS said...

I am totally drooling, totally IN LOVE, and totally JEALOUS!! Awesome room! CONGRATULATIONS!

Posted 01/06/08 at 03:38 AM

beautifulthing said...

Well done. A scrapbookers dream! Do you work in the scrapping indistry?

Posted 01/06/08 at 11:28 AM

CA-scrappin said...

Going into my BOS.
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Posted 01/06/08 at 12:04 PM

greenapplegirl said...

Oh my word! I am speechless right now. I would die for a space like this one! Into my BOS for future reference, you never know... TFS!

Posted 01/06/08 at 04:23 PM

Jeanelle said...

I am speechless
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Simply amazing!

Posted 01/07/08 at 11:56 AM

johnniesgina said...

THis is looks fantastic! I love it!...You are so lUCKY!!! <img border='0' src='/images/icons/shocked.gif'>

Posted 01/07/08 at 10:54 PM

camellia said...

All I can say is WOW- what a fantastic room- I can see a lot of thought has gone into the the design-
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I which our Target sells furniture like that- I even looked whether they will send those small drawers o/seas- no go!
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You must be so pleased with how it turned out! -have fun working in that beautiful room
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Posted 01/09/08 at 03:05 AM

Amy Mowbray said...

WOW WOW WOW! I love your room. I want to come crop! <img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'>

Posted 01/09/08 at 06:23 AM

Jangran said...

Your room is beautiful ,may you get time to enjoy it and truly create in it.
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Posted 01/09/08 at 10:31 AM

MrsScrapDiva said...

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Posted 01/09/08 at 12:07 PM

aloha_chris said...

omg, you must be in heaven in this room... i know i would be!
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Posted 01/10/08 at 01:22 AM

bhelvie said...

I have a question. What size is this scrap room? I am getting ready to redecorate a room in my house as a scrap/craft room. I currently have one, but am moving rooms here shortly. I have an area that is 12' X 18' to work with and am looking at ideas to put in there. I love this room. Of course, mine won't have that beautiful view, but I'm wondering how big this room is.
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Posted 01/10/08 at 10:45 AM

odiescrap said...

Perfect in every way. It is so pretty

Posted 01/11/08 at 07:54 PM

*yummy*mummy* said...

GOD your a lucky woman....I have reacently been pusehed into a closet for my scrap area......LOVE, LOVE , LOVE your space

Posted 01/12/08 at 11:43 AM

pixie pink said...

Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted 01/12/08 at 11:49 AM

mshuler said...

That is gorgeous...what a beautiful view as well!! Thanks for the ideas!

Posted 01/12/08 at 08:17 PM

kerrie gurney said...

What an amazing room - thank you so much for sharing your gorgeous room - when i grow up i want to have a room like you <img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'>
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Posted 01/13/08 at 09:29 AM

TxDanise said...

WOW!!!! Your room is just unbelieveable! You should give tours! I'm so jealous!&amp; just speechless!

Posted 01/13/08 at 12:19 PM

chalkaholic said...

whit that view...I would just look out the window all day and never scrap

Posted 01/13/08 at 06:21 PM

blueeyedokiegirl said...

absolutely stunning......love the black/white!

Posted 01/13/08 at 09:03 PM

pegaroo said...

That is a really amazing space! I love it!

Posted 01/14/08 at 12:31 AM

kimmoreno said...

Amazing room!!

Posted 01/14/08 at 06:22 PM

Amy Gaskins said...

Holy Cow!!! Your room is amazing!! i'm sooo jealous!! TFS! you've given tons of great ideas!!

Posted 01/15/08 at 11:34 AM

craftyk32 said...

What a great room and what an inspiration to crafters everywhere! I'm starting my craft/scrap/quilt room this weekend and want to thank you for the great ideas!!!
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Posted 01/15/08 at 04:38 PM

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Wowwwwwwwwwww what a great scraproom,
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Posted 01/17/08 at 02:50 AM

2boysandagirl3 said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I love the open space and natural light and the decorating is awesome! Way to go!!!

Posted 01/17/08 at 10:31 AM

scrappinjockmom said...

<img border='0' src='/images/icons/shocked.gif'> Wow! Beautiful room! You realize that it is WAY to pretty to glue or paint in....right? It looks like something out of House Beautiful. Please don't mess it up!!!!!!
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Posted 01/17/08 at 03:35 PM

blondey040300 said...

Gorgeous room! Very well thougt out! My DH will be very busy on this extra long weekend....LOL <img border='0' src='/images/icons/wink.gif'> Great job!

Posted 01/18/08 at 11:05 AM

Zoe2222 said...

I think the B &amp; W colour scheme really works here. I LOVE your work island....(I too stand up to scrap 85% of time).
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Posted 01/19/08 at 04:21 PM

JaneWild said...

Holy smokes you are organized.
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Posted 01/20/08 at 12:27 AM

crisean said...

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Look at that view! This is the most beautiful scrap room I have seen. I LOVE it...

Posted 01/23/08 at 08:16 AM

ScrapMami said...

Beautiful! If you ever host a crop invite me <img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'> I'm in San Antonio!

Posted 01/23/08 at 01:13 PM

XC Mom said...

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Posted 01/23/08 at 06:30 PM

Mallomar024 said...

SOOOOOOO jealous! i love the very clean organization of the room. when i look at houses i think, hmm, which room would be my studio??

Posted 01/24/08 at 03:08 AM

FROSTYMOM said...

wow awesome

Posted 01/24/08 at 03:09 PM

Kallie1969 said...

WOW it is amazing!!!

Posted 01/24/08 at 10:18 PM

whimsypics said...

By far my ABSOLUTE MOST FAVORITE scrap space!! I LOVE the b &amp; w (I'm a toile girl myself). Thank you for the inspiration. I'm currently working on kicking my dh out of his office so I can do just this (minus the view of course) ENJOY MANY HAPPY SCRAPPING HOURS IN THERE!!!

Posted 01/25/08 at 09:25 AM

scrappitypea said...

Flippin' sweet. All you need in there is a cot, a potty, and a small fridge for diet cokes. In case of nuclear war, you are totally set! Awesome.

Posted 01/25/08 at 10:35 AM

Just Me SHF said...

I rarely log on and post but just have to now. Your room is just wonderful. I love the colors and the welcome atmosphere the photos show. Congratulations and enjoy!

Posted 01/25/08 at 11:39 AM

sheryl.johnson said...

I love your studio. It really is a dream. My sister lives in Rebecca Ranch. Thought your view looked familiar!

Posted 01/25/08 at 05:04 PM

scrap2hard said...

Ok now my room looks like a closet compared to yours it is beautiful!

Posted 01/25/08 at 10:27 PM

CMScanlon said...

I love your ribbon storage, very cool!!

Posted 01/26/08 at 12:38 PM

PEAS well w/ others said...

Beautiful room. Great use of space, and nice organizational skills!

Posted 01/26/08 at 03:43 PM

Paint & Ink Chick said...

Wow, very nice<img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'> I actually have the same scrap table, but mine came from JCP &amp; has more cubbies. Don'cha just luv having all that room lol

Posted 02/13/08 at 03:33 PM

amadia said...

This is more then my local scrapbooking store (that rhymes)

Posted 02/13/08 at 05:37 PM

lrickenb said...

I LOVE YOUR SPACE!!!!! The ribbon storage ou created is awesome!!!

Posted 03/04/08 at 01:02 PM

JeaLeo said...

You are one lucky gal! What a fabulous room. It could win a prize. I hope it keeps your scrapbooking mojo going!!!!Scrap Happy! -Jean <img border='0' src='/images/icons/smile.gif'>

Posted 03/07/08 at 08:23 AM

Amb7412 said...

I love your room!

Posted 04/14/08 at 09:11 AM

BearcubMom said...

Love it so when can I come play???
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Posted 04/27/08 at 01:18 PM

*tinker* said...

Wow! Great room.

Posted 04/27/08 at 08:52 PM

wordsmith1120 said...

Well, I know your arm has to just be twisted to scrap! ha! What a functionaly and inviting set-up. I loved seeing the layout of it all - thanks so much for sharing the photos. One question: IS ALL OF THAT FULL of scrapbooking stuff?? hee, hee! What a collection! I am sure you are always scrap happy!

Posted 06/08/08 at 07:25 PM

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Posted 06/21/08 at 09:20 AM

scrappinannie said...

I know this has been here for *months* now, but I just have to tell you how gorgeous your new scrap studio is! It is so stylish and functional. It's pure genius how you used the black &amp; white color scheme. I have that same island (Pier 1, right?) only I mix my black island with very dark cherry cabinets and black desk accessories. If I didn't tell you wouldn't know my furniture was 2 different colors. But to put in white cabinets with a black counter top then reverse it on the island (black island, white boxes) is so cool! Thank you for inspiring me to get back to organizing my own space...it's been a bit of a challenge for me! TFS!<img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/smile.gif'>

Posted 07/20/08 at 06:40 PM

4carley said...

Love your space! You are one lucky lady. <img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/smile.gif'> Thanks for the inspiration!

Posted 07/27/08 at 05:40 PM

TheScraplifter said...

absolutely fabulous. i green with envy! now get scrappin!

Posted 08/25/08 at 06:42 PM

januaryM said...

This is incredible! Im printing this out so my husband can see it.He will never say again that I have a severe addiction to collecting scrapbooking inventory.This room ROCKS!
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tfs- januaryM <img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/smile.gif'>
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envious me <img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/love.gif'>

Posted 08/25/08 at 06:43 PM

januaryM said...

This is incredible! Im printing this out so my husband can see it.He will never say again that I have a severe addiction to collecting scrapbooking inventory.This room ROCKS!
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tfs- januaryM <img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/smile.gif'>
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envious me <img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/love.gif'>

Posted 08/25/08 at 06:44 PM

Llemarra said...

Beautiful!! You did a great job on your room. Eventually I want to get out of my dining room into the family room and redo it!

Posted 08/26/08 at 05:52 AM

kimosabescraps said...

wow, what an amazing room... I would never leave!!!

Posted 08/26/08 at 08:57 AM

stm5432 said...

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for the tip about the project table! I have been looking for a less expensive, but similar table than the Pottery Barn table you mentioned. I've had my eye on it for some time! You are my hero. I'm off to order one from Target!

Posted 08/26/08 at 10:38 AM

Abuela Maria said...

Oh God, I am drooling!!!
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Please Help Me! I FALLEN AND I CAN'T GET UP!!!!!!!!!
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I think I fainted. I have just seen my dream room.<img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/sick.gif'>

Posted 08/26/08 at 07:08 PM

mrsphan said...

Wow! Love it!

Posted 08/26/08 at 09:17 PM

jess. said...

you are so lucky that is definitly a dream room! I love it.<img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/love.gif'>

Posted 08/27/08 at 08:19 PM

scrappymo! said...

Thank you for sharing your lovely room. It is so classic looking...Just love it. Thanks also for sharing such great organizational ideas.
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Working on my own room and seeing yours is inspirational!
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Maureen

Posted 08/29/08 at 01:29 AM

dianadunk said...

BEAUTIFUL!!! You are one lucky lady! TFS!

Posted 09/19/08 at 05:27 PM

Paper Miniskirt said...

you have to start an amazing gallery so we can see what you create in that magnificent space. That looks like it was SO fun to create/design. Great work...it's absolutely stunning!

Posted 09/19/08 at 10:45 PM

MGsausmum said...

Beautiful room but I just want your view and your gorgeous blacka nd white chair! <img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/thumbup2.gif'>

Posted 09/20/08 at 07:27 AM

On the Beach said...

Beautiful!!
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Love your chair!

Posted 09/20/08 at 10:16 AM

annika5064 said...

My god! Is this for real??? Lucky you!

Posted 09/21/08 at 03:27 AM

Paper Miniskirt said...

agreed that the chair is probably one of my favorite things!

Posted 09/22/08 at 05:00 PM

scrappeascrapperton said...

I know I'm way late, but I love looking at scrap rooms. And yours has so many things I envy, including the view! It's fabulous. Enjoy!

Posted 12/10/08 at 08:22 PM

nanascraps said...

Love your room. Very organized, neat, and so much room to work. Love the natural light and comfy areas too.

Posted 01/14/09 at 09:54 AM

MsKenJr said...

Hands down, my favorite room. Not only becuase of the layout and product, but becuase you took so much time to tell us how everything is organized and used.
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I started storing my chipboard letters like you do! I love it.
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I think your cardstock cabinet is my FAVORITE part of the room!!

Posted 01/15/09 at 03:38 PM

tweety15 said...

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS ROOM.
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Beautiful.

Posted 02/12/09 at 05:57 AM

cobalthorse said...

Wow, your room is simply amazing - and an inspiration to the rest of us! Thanks for sharing.

Posted 02/12/09 at 11:15 AM

dolansd&s said...

Love it -- I am going through a red/black and white phase -- and want to redo my living room in it...
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Posted 02/12/09 at 02:46 PM

Abuela Maria said...

Oh WOW, like I died and went to heaven!!!!<img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/drool.gif'>

Posted 02/12/09 at 05:17 PM

lindagfrancis said...

All I can say is A...MAZING!!! How blessed you are.

Posted 02/12/09 at 07:22 PM

lindagfrancis said...

All I can say is A...MAZING!!! How blessed you are.

Posted 02/12/09 at 07:22 PM

Lrivas said...

Your room is gorgeous! I love the gold and cream and black! The exact colors I want to do my room in, except I think I'd like to use a lighter yellow. Anyway, it looks amazing, and sooo organized. Lucky you! Enjoy!

Posted 02/14/09 at 09:42 PM

Suanne S. said...

Words do not do this justice!! I am green with envy!<img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/thumbup.gif'>

Posted 02/15/09 at 01:32 PM

karingbear said...

WOW!!! What a totally amazing view inside as well as outside.

Posted 02/16/09 at 07:32 PM

bfainsod said...

And I shall call it &quot;The Scrap Kitchen&quot;
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OMG! this is way beyond cool!!!!

Posted 03/20/09 at 05:32 PM

scrpnmomo4 said...

OH WOW!!!!!

Posted 06/18/09 at 07:52 AM

His Hunny said...

Sooooo.... you can invite me over to scrap anytime <img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/smile.gif'> Beautiful! TYFS~Rhonda

Posted 07/06/09 at 02:25 PM

jenda9800 said...

Wow. Just, wow! Enjoy that room!

Posted 07/06/09 at 02:58 PM

darnold46 said...

not only is this room GORGEOUS, but the view is stunning...can I come &amp; play? You did a beautiful job...congratulations on your space

Posted 07/06/09 at 05:08 PM

DELVEELOVE said...

I am drooling on my keyboard! It looks fantastic! A dream! Congratulations! Enjoy every beautiful inch of it! You are a very lucky lady.

Posted 07/07/09 at 03:50 AM

Chowwgn said...

I am so jealous! What a beautiful room with a beautiful view. I got some great storage ideas by looking at your setup. Thanks for sharing.

Posted 07/07/09 at 01:09 PM

ZANNE said...

Wasn't this scrap room featured on HGTV's &quot;Rate My Space&quot;...I seem to remember it was on of the &quot;inspiration&quot; rooms and I was drooling!

Posted 07/07/09 at 11:46 PM

jnoelle said...

This is the most organized room i have ever seen! IT's such a large scrapping room too! Amazing! I cant believe a craft room can look so good! Is it hard keeping it clean?
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Posted 07/10/09 at 12:28 AM

~crisann~ said...

LOVE your room Wookiemouse. You're a very lucky girl! <img border='0' src='/graphics/mbicons/smilies_v2/grin.gif'>

Posted 12/23/09 at 08:39 AM

patriciao said...

WOW! I am totally impressed by the size and the organization! I LOVE IT! You are one lucky lady!

Posted 04/10/10 at 11:29 AM

mmecharp said...

hmm, i don't really like it. . . KIDDING! who wouldn't love this space.
i am anxious to know if there's anything about having cabinets/counters that you don't like or anything you would do differently now that u have used the space for a while?? i'm installing stock cabinets nxt month in my scraproom, and with such a large investment, I'm nervous that i won't like it! tia

Posted 04/19/10 at 12:45 PM