Using a computer desk for sewing table? Help!
02-02-2015, 06:18 AM
#32
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Join Date: Jun 2010
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I have an old computer desk for my sewing machine. After about 5 years of nagging, my DH finally cut an opening on top to drop the sewing machine. He used some scrap pieces he picked up from Home Depot, 2x4's, a 3/4" plywood, some glue, and screws. He then screwed the top table of the sewing machine flush so now I have the machine at a comfortable level. The machine can still be taken out for cleaning and/or servicing.
05-25-2015, 10:37 AM
#34
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Appleton, WI
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Hey everyone! I need a little help I'm in the process of fixing up a sewing room and can't decide on a sewing table. Me and DH had first decided to build shelves and a table. As most know lumber is really expensive so I'm kind of rethinking that one. I've found some corner computer desks that look like what I want in the first place and I could let DH drop my sewing machine in. I was wondering if anyone else used anything like that for a sewing table and do they hold up good? What's honest opinion on building one vs. using a computer desk? Also I'm sort of on a small budget! Please any help would be appreciated!
06-15-2015, 12:58 PM
#36
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Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Pennsylvania
Posts: 577
I have a computer desk that has a keyboard slide out shelf thing. I haven't yet, but I'm going to cut a hole in my desk and sit my machine on the shelf. If you don't want to make a new desk, check out craigslist or thrift stores I'm just got a beautiful cutting table for $25 on Craigslist.
07-05-2015, 07:57 AM
#37
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Location: Westerville, Ohio
Posts: 711
I had a corner desk from an office supply store---weight wise, it held sewing machines ok, but I hated it. I got farm table and backed it up to my formica table that my grandpa made and it is much better. Holds the weight of the quilts when quilting. Both are real wood and sturdy.
02-11-2018, 12:58 AM
#38
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Join Date: Jun 2017
Location: California
Posts: 441
If your not in a huge rush, I recommend checking the free section of Craig's List. Several times, I have gotten quite a few construction materials that way, including lumber. I've also gotten some great pieces of furniture.
I've found that the best time to scout for freebies is at the end of the month, when people are moving and don't want to cart all their belongings to a new place.
I've found that the best time to scout for freebies is at the end of the month, when people are moving and don't want to cart all their belongings to a new place.
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