Our studios are deeply personal spaces—filled with the tools, materials, and ideas we love. But when things start piling up, even the most beloved studio can become overwhelming, frustrating, or simply unusable. If you find yourself spending less time creating because your space no longer supports how you work, it may be time for a thoughtful refresh.

In this lecture, Lilo Bowman shares practical, realistic approaches to shaping a creative space that fits your life right now—your space, your budget, and your working style. Drawing on real artist studios and lived experience, she offers adaptable ideas rather than rigid rules.

Participants leave with renewed confidence, fresh perspective, and actionable ideas they can apply immediately to create a studio that feels supportive, functional, and inviting again.

Creative work doesn’t stand still—and neither should the spaces where we do it. Yet when we’ve been in a studio for a long time, it’s easy to overlook how changes in our tools, bodies, schedules, or circumstances can quietly make that space harder to use.

This lecture explores how to thoughtfully adapt a studio over time—whether you’re updating technology, downsizing, moving, or adjusting to physical changes. With empathy and creativity, Lilo demonstrates how small, intentional shifts can make a big difference.

Participants leave with practical problem-solving strategies, reassurance that change is manageable, and inspiration to reshape a studio that continues to support creativity, comfort, and well-being for years to come.

Quilting machines bring incredible creative possibilities—but the size of the machine and accessories can quickly take over the studio. Rolls of batting, rulers, pantographs, cones of thread, and “just-in-case” tools can crowd out everything else.

This lecture focuses on building systems that keep quilting machines and their gear organized, accessible, and contained—so the entire studio can function smoothly. Lilo offers practical approaches for balancing efficiency with enjoyment.

Participants leave with clear strategies to tame machine-related clutter and create a studio where all creative tools can coexist peacefully.

Setting up a second studio can be exciting—and surprisingly complicated. Deciding what to duplicate, what to move, and how to keep both spaces functional often raises more questions than expected.

In this lecture, Lilo guides participants through the decision-making process of creating two studios that work together rather than compete. Whether the second space is a vacation home, seasonal studio, or shared location, she offers thoughtful, realistic planning strategies.

Participants leave with clarity, confidence, and a roadmap for creating a second studio they’ll enjoy just as much as their primary one.

A small studio doesn’t have to limit creativity—but it does require intentional choices. The key isn’t having more space; it’s learning how to prioritize what truly matters.

In this lecture, Lilo shares creative, space-saving ideas for making the most of every square inch. Through real-world examples, she demonstrates how even the smallest studios can be efficient, inspiring, and joyful places to work.

Participants leave with practical ideas, renewed optimism, and permission to let go of what doesn’t serve them—making room for creativity to thrive.

For makers who relocate frequently—across town, across the country, or across the world—maintaining a creative practice can feel especially challenging. How do you create a sense of continuity when your space keeps changing?

In this lecture, Lilo shares strategies for building a flexible, mobile studio system that’s easy to pack, set up, and adapt—without sacrificing personal style or creative momentum. Informed by years of moving and working in varied spaces, she offers realistic solutions that travel well.

Participants leave with ideas for staying organized, creative, and grounded—no matter where life takes them next.