Help with sewing table height
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Help with sewing table height
Hello quilty friends! My DH just finished converting an old table to a sewing/quilting table for me. We haven't cut the legs yet and I'm not exactly sure how to calculate the correct height to reduce strain on neck/back/shoulders. I'm 5'4". I've read differing things and just wondered if anyone else has undertaken designing a workspace and how to calculate the height. Appreciate any input so much! So far, I'm thrilled to have the needle right at the table top, which may improve my FMQ. So excited to try some new designs. :-)
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Everything I've read says that when you sit down your elbows should be at a 90 degree angle so you aren't reaching up or down with your arms. so sit in the chair that you plan to use, bend your elbows so at a 90 degree angle and have the DH measure distance between your bent elbow and the floor--that should give you the correct height.
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I used the OSHA standards for my table. Wanted to add that when measuring, be sure to measure with your foot on the pedal. Some pedals, like the one for my Bernina, are quite thick & significantly change the angle of your knees when in use. Others, like the one for my Singer, are low profile & make almost no difference at all.
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My desk cabinet for my 401 is at 31". My cutting table is at 36" with a 48" x 28" top. I don't have to lean very far with the cutting table. I sometimes use our kitchen table which is 36" x 60". Depending on how I feel determines what space I'll use. I have used my other machine on the 401 desk cabinet. Has a lot of space. I also have a 3' x6' folding table and use that for sorting and a bit of a catchall.
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