Sewing armoire

A transformation of an antique french armoire into a functional sewing and storage cabinet.

Since the inside isn't quite done, I'm breaking this up into two parts. I went to check out a new-to-me thrift store here in town a while back... spring I think. I've never seen such a dreadful thrifting situation as there is here. This "new" store was no exception. But I did score with this beautiful TV armoire. It had a wonky door, but is solid wood for only $100. I left with only pictures of it because hubby and I don't spend that much without talking to each other first. But we had…

Alright ladies... and gents? Anyway, I've got the armoire all decked out. I've got 8 matching boxes of patterns, ribbon, and supplies. That gives me almost two boxes of growing room. And they were on sale at Michael's for $1.77 each, as opposed to the typical $3+. And they had styles that worked with my decor. And that bottom shelf is for items waiting to be sewn and mended. (Curly likes to tear the eyes out of stuffed animals. Darn dog.)On the right door is a pretty cork board for ideas and…

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Pax Sewing Cabinet

I don't have much excess room in my tiny cottage, but I found the perfect way to carve out my dream craft space...and I found it at the thrift store!

All it Takes is Imagination and (Maybe) Light Carpentry Skills! Do you have an old armoire that’s just taking up space? How about one of those tall entertainment centers? Chances are, with a little ingenuity and minor alterations you can turn it into a compact sewing center that keeps everything out of sight when not …