Are you read to go on a tour of my tiny house craft studio? I hope this helps you decide if it is the right choice for your crafting space needs.
I know not everyone has land where they can build a tiny house specifically for crafting. That is not how mine started either. If you're looking for craft room inspiration or considering building a tiny house to use as a craft studio, I hope this helps.
If you want more craft room inspiration, you're in luck. You can see my craft room evolution in my craft room tour.
I think it would be really hard to find two craft spaces that are exactly the same. We all have different needs, different furniture, different supplies, and different-sized spaces.
I hope seeing my space will help you envision what you may need in your space.
You can watch me walk through my tiny house craft studio by pressing play on the video below.
Tiny House Craft Studio Tour
You might be thinking it's crazy to build a tiny house to have as a craft studio. I want to set that record straight.
When we first built this tiny house, we intended it to serve as a transitional space for our children as they moved out of our home. We're now to a point where they don't need this option, and my collection of crafting machines and supplies has grown larger than my craft room.
The tiny house craft studio has been a work in progress over the last few years, and my goal has been to use furniture and supplies I already have to make the space work for my current needs.
If you're looking for permission to create a space specifically for your crafting needs, I'm here to give it to you. Not everyone needs an entire tiny house, but if you do, I say go for it.
Small Business Office Space
I knew I needed some separation between my house and work. Laundry, dishes, and similar tasks often pulled my attention away from the work I needed to complete.
I wanted an office space where I could come to focus on work tasks and not be distracted by day-to-day chores.
We had this desk in the main house, and since we weren’t using it, I brought it in here—and it’s worked really well in this space. I have it set up here so I can look at the window and get some sunlight while working.
Over time, I moved furniture and supplies I no longer used into the tiny house and set up an office there.
This has worked really well for me. My family understands that time in the tiny house means work time, so I stay focused without constant interruptions.
While at my desk, right next to me is the door to my podcast recording area.
Podcast Recording Studio
As you know, a couple of years ago, I started the Crafting for Profit Live podcast. In the first year, I recorded every podcast episode live, which meant I needed a quiet space away from family activity and our three blue heeler puppies.
While the tiny house was set up with a very open floor plan, there is a bedroom that is more closed off than some of the other places. I chose this room for the podcast recording to help with sound.
Using furniture from my old craft room, I created a recording studio tailored for a craft or small-business podcast.
I did need to purchase some soundproofing, and one of my favorite purchases was a sit/stand desk. This has been a game-changer, and I highly recommend getting one if you're spending a lot of time at your desk.
Laser Review Space
Over the last few years, I started experimenting more with lasers, and I have reviewed a lot of different ones. It quickly became apparent they were not all going to fit in my craft room, so I decided to move them out here.
With the space, I am able to set up the lasers and move them as needed. There are plenty of windows in the tiny house, which allows me to vent the lasers right out the window when the weather is agreeable. There are air filters on the ground for the lasers when I can't vent them out the window.
I have lasers on one side of the podcast recording room, and I often film laser review videos and laser project videos in this space.
I have lighting set up, which is helpful for both podcast recording and regular videos.
Laser Table Options
A lot of the tables I have in this space are on wheels, making them easier to move around as needed. An ideal table has wheels that will lock in place.
I like to try out a lot of different table options, and some are winners, and some are not. The one behind me in the photo below is not one I would recommend.
In the living room area, I have more lasers and more tables. The table on the right is my favorite, and it is very budget-friendly. If you're looking for a table perfect for your crafting space, this may be right for you.
To build this table, you simply purchase the legs, and then you can add wood to make it as large as you would like. You can add additional shelves if you'd like.
As you can see, I currently have a small laser on top and 2 more stored below. There is plenty of space on the top to have multiple lasers set up for review.
If you're facing the laser table in the photo above, to the right in front of you is the door to the podcast recording room, and if you turn your body to the right, you'll see the desk I sit at for normal work.
Kitchen/Living Area in the Tiny House Craft Studio
As we continue around the room, you’ll see a couch in this space, along with a few other tables I moved out here from the main house.
These tables allow me more surfaces to store lasers and other items I use out here.
To give you the full tour, I wanted to show you the kitchen area. The tiny house features a full kitchen with a stove/oven, counters, sink, and refrigerator.
I do not use the kitchen for kitchen purposes, as you may be able to tell by the lights sitting on the stove and countertop.
Behind the counter wall, there is a hallway and a bathroom. I have shelves in the hallway that store a lot of my craft blanks.
Moving my Cricut Venture to the tiny house craft studio turned out to be a perfect choice. I initially thought I was just giving myself more space in my craft room. But it turns out that having the Venture out here has made it easier to use, and I've found myself using it more often.
Things to Consider When Building a Tiny House Craft Studio
If, after reading this, you think having a tiny house craft studio is the right choice for you, let's talk about things you should consider before you begin.
- Utilities – If you're storing your machines and supplies in this space, it will need to be climate-controlled which means you'll need power, heat & AC, and possibly water. If the tiny house is close enough to your existing home, you may be able to get power from there. If not, you will have to get that set up, so keep those costs in mind
- Floor Plan – As I mentioned before, this tiny house was not initially built to be a craft studio. If I were building a space specifically for my current needs, I would probably not need water, as I wouldn't have a full kitchen. I likely wouldn't need a bathroom since my house is not far. Think of the craft supplies and machines you have and what you want to do in the space. Do you want to host craft events? If so, you likely need one larger space vs. individual rooms.
- Location – If you're looking for a way to separate home life and craft (business) life, you may want a little extra space between your house and your tiny house. This will hopefully prevent you from feeling torn between the two and allow you to focus on one thing at a time.
- Type of Tiny House – Did you know you can buy an entire tiny house kit from Amazon? Preassembled storage buildings can also be perfect for your crafting needs. Don't let the process of starting from scratch scare you away from this option if it feels like something that might work for you.
- Local Laws & Regulations – Before you begin, make sure you're legally able to add another building to your property. You may have HOA rules or local laws that prevent you from adding a separate building to your property.
Are You Ready to Build a Tiny House Craft Studio?
I hope this has inspired you to consider whether a tiny house craft studio is right for you. It won’t be right for everyone, but a dedicated space can help you grow your crafting skills or business.
Moving some of the larger craft items and machines out of my house into the tiny house has been a great change for me. I enjoy having more room in my home for other things, and it's nice to know that when I'm in the tiny house, it's time to work. Now I stay focused instead of getting sidetracked by laundry, dusting, and dishes.
I hope I've answered many of the questions you may have about having a tiny house craft studio. If you have any additional questions, leave them in the comments, and I'll be happy to answer them for you.
