Woman Cave

The concept is : Everyman needs a workshop or Man Cave.  Ladies we do too!  In the last post I hinted around to some changes to the metal building you saw in the back ground Here is the journey to the new improved Woman cave...

We have been making some good changes here at the Red Tin Inn.  They are all about out buildings that serve their purpose with out the "out" building look.  I was shocked that Handy Hubby was on board.  I was also excited, because when he gets fired up only good things start to happen.  

I failed to get all phase photos so we will say this is phase 3 before paint phase and pre.

"woman cave".   

 After a lot of begging he relinquished the cute building with  potential to me and  knew that his work was not done.  

Phase 4:  The paint is on and the front design has been hashed out.  We decided on a pergola roof and a 4 x 10 stoop.  We did not extend the full length of the building because of power lines and water lines.  

 The photo was taken with the smart phone .  The only way I could sneak one in!

Phase 5:  She is complete!  Hubby gives it his last approval before Clean up starts.  (hint this is were I come in)

The tools and ladders are put away and the clutter is dealt with.  New Window treatments are up.

 Now I have been given free reign!!

Just a few notes:  The doors and windows were salvaged from upgrades made to the house.  Those are the two windows and door we removed when we added the screen porch.  The stoop decking boards do have  cracks between then since I vacuum and bath the Lab Beau on it.  The decorative end took a little more time with the jig or scroll saw however they really make a difference.   The small details make a big difference!  And last but not least, Everything is done is phases because we are on a budget and the time we have taken with our projects have made us appreciate the finished product even more. My next post I am thinking we may take a look at the "Garden"

Red Tin Inn bloggers create 2015 Woman cave workshop

Welcome.

..I am so glad that you stopped by for the 2015 edition of

 Where bloggers Create....
I am a Lucky Gal...I have not one but two areas that are used for play....

The woman cave is a stand alone work shop with an air conditioner...and Heater....We are in 100+ deg days here with an humidity level at 87% so... its blessed hot here.   For mothers day and a birthday I asked that this building get insulated and at least air conditioned as well as a floor in the lean-too.   Mr. RTI delivered!  He even added a pergola.  This building measures 10 x 12 feet plus small  stoop and a 8 x 10 foot lean-too.

I try to keep as much floor space as possible while having ample storage.  There are two work benches that roll....The old butcher block top rack from the kitchen..that up grade is here...and a metal work bench that my husband gave to me...

The advantages of them rolling is I can actually roll them out if I need to make room for a large piece of furniture or large project.

I lucked up and found a map / blueprint file cabinet at a Goodwill store.  It was a bear to get into the cave even after we removed the drawers.  We needed to shift it to put the insulation and interior walls up..Mr. RTI used a rolling jack.

Two drawers were bent so I have them in storage and use the deeper space for the larger tools.  

The shallow drawers make great storage every thing spread out and easily located.

I also leave one empty it makes a great drying drawer for picture frames and smalls...

Furniture hardware any one??  

I had an old maple drop leaf table that had seen better days.   took it apart attached cleats to the wall then attached the table tops to the cleats.  It is very sturdy and half of it can be folded down it I need the space.  

The tables make a great area for storage and I have used it as a paint area.

I used the same technique with this book case cleats out of 2 x 4s and then attached the top and middle shelf to the cleats...Vintage books and papers that I use to finish drawers and the interior of suitcases. An antique rake head holds "stuff" you never know when you might need a large clamp and some chain.  The basket holds spray paint cans with a burst of paint left in them....I try to keep then separated from my almost full cans so that I will not assume I have spray paint...  

This metal rack also used to be in my kitchen.  It was removed when we added a coffe bar you can read about it here.........  It is very hard to not let this be a catch all.  

I have no idea of what I am going to do with that globe but I love it.  The pink table Is being converted to a activity desk it is a long project....

If you use a dremel even to buff you will need eye and face protection...it hangs from the ceiling for quick access....

Above the metal rolling work bench is a very eclectic madness..For instance the black hanging organizer has two jelly jars in it.  These hold the hardware to the project I am working on.  The blue ladle is holding trash bags..the sewing machine drawer buffing brushes ..and the chicken feeder base is holding metal embossing tools...You get the idea..Function is more important then Form in this case...

Vacuum ready to go...If you have noticed I am not that worried about cleaning the floors...and If I have to drag out a vac. and put it together  it may not get done at all.  I have attached a large table easel to the wall to hold the hose and attachments.  

Sometimes I need an  apron sometimes a tool belt....

The LEAN-To.

The lean-to  holds reclaimed lumber, an air compressor with long hose.(that is long enough to use in the cave).a tote of drop cloths, saw horses and over flow...

It has been a good day at the cave when these are drying under the eave.

The second area I have is an room add on that started out as a deck..then screen porch to enclosed room....This area is used for sewing, die cutting small stencil projects and storing what you need to do all of that...It also is a shared space with a freezer and extra fridge and eBay inventory.

It also has some wonderful toys in it...a Singer Feather weight that is in excellent working shape...you just cannot beat an old singer!

Knife magnetic holder works great for pliers....

Wireless printer, Silhouette Cameo and Cricut expressions..and space for the lap top...Do not judge the oija board blocks the early morning sun...I used what I had on hand some day I will change it...Maybe I need to ask....

a wonderful gift...you can read about it here...
It holds smalls like glitter...stamp pads..glue ..cutters punches and what ever will fit..it is loaded....

a Singer 15-91 that stays on the ready all the time with all of its extras....

I also use unique storage...the bottom drawer on this chest sticks so instead of selling it it is full of trims.. fabric and the such...

Who doesn't love stoneware....??

Cupcake tins make great organizers as well as a bread loaf pan......

Every inch is used....

Every once in a while you have to splurge and magazines and materials that lend inspiration are a must...I mean some times you just want to flip through pages of beautiful inspirations...

I Keep on of these for my own use...a chicken wire pin board...you can read about how to make one here...and the burlap caddy here....

Like any creative space it changes as interest change and as you find that perfect raw material and that is okay...Part of the creative process is change.......

Here are some interesting changes ......

You can read about the evolution of Red Tin Inn HERE

The changing Woman cave Here...
Here  and
here

Craft slash utility room...HERE

I thank you for stopping by and if you are looking to establish that crafting space just remember some times it takes time....and it is worth it....Hang in there it will happen.....
Sheryl

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Results of : Handy Hubby's new smart phone woman cave clean up

Finally the Handy Hubby broke down and up graded to a smart phone and he is dangerous.

I received an email from his smart phone reading:

"U Really need to clean up woman cave" with the following picture.

And yes he can complain about that mess.

Here is his "cave".

The doors and Mirror are my drop. ( has not seen that yet).

Every thing put away and in its place.  Too bad he does not leave the kitchen that way.

So I decided it is time to clean up...so this:

And this:

Went to this:

That mirror is hanging crooked just to make me do something about it. (fix it)

That blue sled is going to be part of my Holiday porch decor.    I just love the blue color!

The next projects are scattered about and I can get to them. 

I think even Beau May approve HE slept through the whole process.

I truly hope that you are well and counting your blessings today!

Sheryl