Creating My New Craft Space

 Reviewing the Vida Designs Mason Desk

After spending some time away from crafting due to my mental health, one of the first things I wanted to do was create a small dedicated space that felt calm, organised, and inspiring again.

My new white craft desk from B&Q was the first step in rebuilding that little creative corner.

I purchased the fully white version to match the rest of the furniture in my room, and at £49.99 including delivery, it felt like a very reasonable option for a compact craft setup.

I also spotted the same desk on Amazon for around £57.99 with free delivery.

First Impressions

The desk arrived well packaged, with all parts protected properly, and delivery went smoothly without any damage.

Juliet built the desk for me, and overall assembly seemed straightforward. The only real issue was that the drawer sections did not have pre-drilled holes for the drawer runners, which made that part slightly more awkward than expected.

Other than that, everything lined up well and the finished desk feels surprisingly sturdy for the price.

Why I Chose This Desk

One of the biggest reasons I chose this desk was the storage layout.

The open shelving section is perfect for:

• my Sizzix Big Shot
• dies and accessories
• embossing folders
• frequently used tools

The drawers will help keep the “creative chaos goblin energy” under control a little better. 😄

My current plan is:

Top Drawer

Daily essentials:

• scissors
• blending tools
• stamps
• acrylic blocks

Middle Drawer

Texture and mixed media products:

• embossing powders
• texture paste
• collage medium
• Mod Podge
• glues

Bottom Drawer

Overflow storage and bulkier supplies.

Workspace Size & Practicality

At 120cm wide, the desk gives me enough working space for:

• a distress ink rack
• craft lamp
• cutting mat
• current project area

The shelving side also stops the desk from feeling visually heavy, which helps keep the room feeling softer and more open.

Future Additions

To protect the surface, I have already ordered:

• a grey desk cover from Temu 
• a Anti-Slip, Heat-Resistant PVC Surface for the main working area

I wanted something practical without losing the clean white aesthetic.

Final Thoughts

For under £50, I honestly think this is a great starter or small-room craft desk.

It probably would not suit someone with a massive craft room or industrial-level stash storage, but for:

• card makers
• journal artists
• ATC creators
• small-space crafters
• beginner mixed media artists

…it offers a surprisingly functional setup for the price.

Most importantly, it feels like a fresh creative beginning for me, and sometimes that matters just as much as the furniture itself.

Quick Review Summary

Likes

✔ Clean white design
✔ Compact but functional
✔ Great price point
✔ Useful shelves and drawers
✔ Perfect for smaller craft rooms
✔ Good delivery and packaging

Dislikes

✘ No pre-drilled drawer runner holes
✘ Drawers are not very deep for large supplies

Would I Recommend It?

Yes. Especially for smaller creative spaces or anyone restarting their craft area on a budget.