What perfect timing for a discussion about sewing areas! After 30 years, I am finally creating a sewing studio in the basement to replace the woodshop my husband graciously moved to the garage. When the dust settles and I've moved all my sewing stuff (which is now scattered all over the main floor of our home) I plan to use ideas gotten from your wonderful comments. Laminate flooring is a must, along with a generous cutting table and LOTS of storage for my huge stash. Finally, my A-1 longarm and my shortarm will share a common area, as I'm currently dragging all the thread and accessories from one area to another. Wish me luck.....and thanks for so many wonderful ideas!!