An update on the studio/play space

As some of you will recall, this past summer and fall, Lady and I built a studio/play space for me.  Yes, for me.  <smile>  I've been using the space since just before Christmas even though it is not yet completed inside.  This weekend, I decided it is far enough along to share some pictures of the interior.

The first picture shows one corner of the space complete with sheep skin, leather chair and electric stove.  The mantle is just leaning against the wall for now.  I plan to paint it this spring and mount it to the wall.

The space was intended to be multi-functional.  I wanted it to be a comfortable retreat where I can indulge all my pastimes.  I had always wanted to paint a room in shades of purple but had never gotten the chance, until now.  Three walls are a deep lavender while the fourth is a darker purple.  The back wall has been outfitted with shelves to hold my hobby supplies.  I re-purposed some furniture and some accessories we already owned.  I purchased a few new items, like a small area rug, but got everything at a real bargain.  Once again, Lady and I did all the interior work.  The only service we purchased were the skills of an electrician (for the wiring).

This weekend, we finally hung the curtains across the back wall.  I got them on sale online just after Christmas and we used copper piping and metal hooks to serve as curtain rods.  Now that the curtains are up, I can completely hide the wall of shelving and reduce the visual "clutter" substantially.  The curtains will also provide a more neutral background for the pictures and videos Pet and I like to take during play sessions.

We secured two eye bolts in the double beam just in front of  the attic hatch (see the second picture for details). This is working out very well for bondage purposes.  This spring, we will make a proper attic hatch cover and paint it out to blend into the ceiling.  The ceiling lighting can be re-positioned to provide good task lighting when I'm sewing and indirect lighting during play sessions.

While the space is still a work in progress, I am very pleased with how it is evolving.  The next time Pet and I play, I intend to do a series of shots to show the play space in action.  Stay tuned for more.  :D