StoneHouse Quilt Shop: Built on Display Shelves

I had a back corner in a room of the Stonehouse Quilts Fabric store.  It was empty and sparse and I decided that I wanted to build a shelving system to the right of the bay window.

I originally just wanted something to the right of the window, but then realized that I was aiming too small!  Wouldn't it look better if I put in a whole wall display case?  It would look more cohesive, but it would also cover the tabs under the bay window.  A Win WIn situation.

I went to work cutting.  I measured a line and then ran to my paper and drew it out.  And slowly I came up with a plan.  I started to cut.  There was no pattern.  I made it to fit my specific needs and house.

I started to cut.  I used mat board, so I knew that I wouldn't be out much money if my plans didn't work.  I would just be out my time....but I would have learned valuable lessons so that would be nice regardless.   I cut each piece and worked it out in my head as I went.

I labelled each piece carefully, 

When it was time for me to decide on where to put the actualy shelves within my system, I pulled out a few bolts of fabric and designed my shelves to be custom.  I wanted them to fit my bolts of fabric perfectly.

And then it was the moment of truth.  It was time to glue it all together.  I was nervous but forged ahead.   And admittedly, when I went to check the fit, I did have to do a wee bit of trimming. 

Once it fit exactly, it was time to paint!!!!   I went with a nice neutral gray paint that will highlight the bold colors of fabric that will be displayed.

It turned out better than I expected!   I still have lots more to put onto the shelves.  But I can honestly say that I love it!!!!