Table for cutting and sewing. Choosing a transforming table for sewing
For those who sew a lot at home using a sewing machine, proper organization of the workplace is very important. It is important that all required material was at hand and there was enough space for comfortable cutting and sewing. In such conditions, doing what you love is much more pleasant, so you need to take the choice of a sewing table very seriously.
Criterias of choice
Not everyone can afford to allocate a lot of space in their apartment to organize their own work area. Therefore, it is often necessary to select options that will save space while doing business in comfort. For rooms small size A transforming table for sewing is ideal. The designs of transformers vary, so you need to choose such a table based on several aspects.
The determining factor is the size of the room in which the sewing corner will be organized. A folding table is perfect for a small room, since when folded it takes up little space and does not look bulky. Some designs also include wheels for easier movement.
The size itself sewing machine or overlocker also has great importance. Large dimensions require a large working surface so that, in addition to the tools themselves, it is possible to conveniently place fabric and other necessary accessories.
The reliability of the table and its durability are directly related to the quality of the material from which it is made. The best raw materials are considered natural wood, but it significantly increases the cost of the finished product. Options made from chipboard are much cheaper and lighter in weight, and, accordingly, if they need to be moved frequently, they are more advantageous.
A folding transforming table must be made using high-quality furniture fittings so that it can last longer if folded frequently.
Kinds
In addition to standard sewing tables, there are various transformable models that are very convenient to use, take up little space and perform many functions.
Table-book
Among the budget and most simple models you can highlight a folding table-book. As a rule, it includes three sections. The central one is stationary, and on the sides there are two wings, which, when unfolded, allow you to get a fairly large working space for sewing.
Such a “book” can have three wings. When unfolded, they rest on swivel legs. Models of this type can be equipped with wheels, which makes them easier to move.
But keep in mind that this is the simplest option folding table, which does not provide for the presence of additional departments and shelves for storing materials. Moreover, in regular models The sewing machine is located quite high.
The improved model of the table-book assumes the presence of a special compartment for a sewing machine. It can be equipped with an additional mechanism that allows you to adjust the height of the machine.
When the compartment is completely lowered, the machine is not visible on the table. This allows you to conveniently store it when not in use. The presence of this mechanism increases the cost of the design.
Side table
Another type of transformable table is a cabinet table. It can be regular or angular. Its folding compartment rests on a door that swings open. The main advantage over a book table is the presence additional shelves for storing sewing accessories. The sewing machine itself is also hidden in a special compartment with an elevator, which, if necessary, raises it to the desired height.
In the cabinet big size there is also enough space to store an overlocker and other necessary tools. Cabinet tables are also equipped with wheels and can have from one to three wings.
Corner table
Corner designs take up a little more space in the room, but at the same time provide an impressive work surface. There is plenty of storage space inside the corner cabinets large quantity tools and accessories, and the working surface itself allows you to conveniently cut, sew and carry out all necessary work without changing position.
It is very convenient to use a folding cutting table from Ikea, which looks very stylish and functional.
Series "Comfort"
Tables for Comfort sewing machines are presented in a wide variety of folding models. They differ from each other in size and the presence of additional shelves and accessories. Many designs provide storage for both the machine and the overlocker.
For example, the design of the Comfort-3 table is a roll-out cabinet, which when fully unfolded forms a large work surface. This sewing table is convenient to work with both a machine and an overlocker. He has lifting mechanism with three positions. This model is also equipped with a sectional container and pull-out drawers. When folded, this cabinet is very compact and takes up little space.
Some sewing tables also have a door locking system to prevent small children from reaching sewing supplies. This system allows you to lock all elements that can be opened.
DIY furniture
To save on buying a sewing table, you can make one yourself. You can use a plain old one as a base. computer desk. You can use it to make a sliding transformer, which is convenient for sewing and does not take up much space.
You can take ready-made drawings with the dimensions of all the necessary parts or calculate everything yourself, provided you have at least some experience in making furniture. Such a table can be equipped with a hinged lid, under which compartments with sewing accessories will be hidden.
pros self-made sewing tables is that they can be designed to suit personal needs with the necessary departments and the required dimensions. For your workshop, you can design a table that is also suitable for felting.
Having a specially equipped sewing table in your home will greatly facilitate the sewing process and make it more comfortable. The most suitable option for transformable desks will help you organize your workspace correctly without cluttering small room. The process of sewing at such a table will only bring pleasure.
Watch the video to see how you can make such a table with your own hands.
A cutting table is one of the most important items in a sewing workshop or atelier. The quality of the sewn product directly depends on whether the drawing was clearly executed and whether the pattern was cut out correctly. Therefore, even at home, seamstresses try to find a place not only for a machine or overlocker, but also for a cutting surface. They are built into special cabinets or tables designed to equip a sewing area.
For ateliers or workshops, specialized cutting tables are produced, equipped with devices for laying and fixing fabric.
Sewing equipment for workshops and home work
Sewing equipment is more than just a machine that sews stitches on fabric. In order to sew clothes, a lot of devices are required to make the seamstress’s work easier. Even at home, a craftswoman who regularly sews needs to properly organize the storage of threads and tools, the layout of drawings and fabric when cutting, and install an overlocker or embroidery device in addition to the sewing machine. In a workshop or atelier, when sewing a large number of clothes, the list of equipment needed for work expands significantly.
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What equipment you will need for a sewing workshop or sewing at home is shown in the table below
Cutting table in a workshop or sewing workshop
A cutting table is one of the main places of work in a cutting shop or in a sewing workshop or atelier. In a small sewing production, especially if it is located in rented premises, cutting is often done on simple office tables. Sometimes they order simple folding structures with a surface made of wood or chipboard, covered with laminate or linoleum. For the cutting shop, specialized stationary structures are used - wide, long, durable, with additional equipment for laying fabrics and cutting them.
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The peculiarity of the cutting table for sewing production is the increased strength of the frame. Its profile is made of high-strength metal to withstand the weight of any fabrics in several folds. Experts recommend choosing a table width of at least 180 cm, since this is approximately the typical width of a roll of fabric. When sewing sheets and other bedding, you will need a cutting surface about 2 meters wide. Equipment length when ordering furniture company usually calculated linear meters, since it depends on the size of the room. But the table should not be shorter than 3 meters in order to comfortably work with drawings and patterns.
The table covering is made of laminated chipboard, but there is also a special wear-resistant coating such as artificial stone.
Cutting tables, types
Standard cutting table. Typical cutting tables are made on the basis of metal structures with polymer coating, which can withstand loads of up to 300 kg. The tabletop is made of laminated chipboard, the edges are covered with aluminum strips and corners so that the fabric does not cling to the edges.
The table width is usually 150 cm, length about 2 meters, height from 80 to 90 cm. Manufacturers provide the ability to adjust the table legs in height, taking into account the unevenness of the floor. Under the tabletop there are shelves for storing fabrics and sewing materials.
Folding cutting table. Folding table models for cutting fabric are used at home. Usually a book-like table or corner table with drop-down tops is chosen. Many furniture manufacturers make such tables with built-in shelves and drawers. You can put the machine there after finishing sewing. They are convenient for storing threads, tools, etc. If necessary, the table top is raised and fabric is laid out on it for cutting.
The advantage of a folding table is its compactness. If a craftswoman sews from time to time, this is best solution for organizing the workplace. If you sew regularly and need to do a lot of cutting, such a table may not withstand the load. It will have to be replaced with a more durable stationary model.
Folding table models are also used in sewing studios if they are located in rented premises. They are ordered from furniture workshops according to the parameters of the room.
A cutting table with a rail for a spreading carriage is intended for the studio and is used with additional equipment – a spreading carriage. This is a device for laying fabric from a roll or pack on a table. It evenly and quickly spreads the material on the table surface and regulates its tension from the roll.
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Along the table along its entire length there is a guide rail along which it is convenient to move the carriage in the desired direction. The tabletop is made of laminated chipboard, the table itself is adjustable in height depending on the unevenness of the floor.
Vacuum cutting table. The essence of its work is that the fabric is tightly fixed on it and does not move during the cutting process. The table top has a lattice structure made of mesh made of high-strength material, with a seal on the surface and a thin hose connected to create a vacuum. Advantages of the cutting table:
- quickly and tightly secures the fabric workpiece;
- evenly straightens and presses the material;
- saves time when cutting.
The quality of the cut parts is high, this is especially important when cutting small items from thin sliding fabrics.
Other types. A needle cutting table for fabric is used when cutting checkered or striped fabrics, when deviation from the grain direction cannot be allowed. The table has a perforated surface with holes for needles. The fabric is laid on the surface and fixed with needles that pierce the fabric. If necessary, you can lay several sheets at the same time and fix them with needles for ease of cutting.
A conveyor table is used for laser cutting of fabric. It looks like a mesh tape woven from stainless wire. The belt is moved by a mechanism similar to tractor tracks. The width of the working part of the table should be at least 1600 mm, since standard rolls of fabric usually have exactly these parameters.
When cutting with laser, honeycomb tables are used. This is a cellular structure made of thin galvanized metal, mounted on a rigid steel frame. This surface does not allow the fabric to sag under its own weight, which is important when cutting small parts. The table is convenient for cutting both thin fabrics such as organza or chiffon, and thick ones like acrylic.
Cutting complex
In sewing shops, when producing large quantities of clothing, cutting complexes are used. This complex includes a working surface with a conveyor belt that supplies fabric for cutting. The receiving area where cutting takes place is equipped vacuum device, which, if necessary, fixes thin fabric for ease of cutting or compresses several layers of laying material before cutting.
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The cut is made with special self-sharpening knives of different configurations, the holes are cut with a thermal drill. The complex is controlled using computer programs, which set the task for the complex - what parts to cut and with what knives. The program is set by the operator who controls the cutting complex from the platform.
Cutting tables: manufacturers and models
SewTech is a popular company among suppliers of sewing equipment for ateliers and workshops. This is the official dealer of the most popular brands in the world - Juki, Hoffman, Oshima. The cutting tables presented by this company from the Polish manufacturer REXEL are in great demand. They have a modular design, which makes it easy to disassemble the tables if necessary. Model SK-3 is made of steel profiles, with a width of 180 cm and a length of about 2 meters. The required number of modules are attached to the main tabletop, each of which extends the table by about a meter.
Furniture sets from the Comfort company are popular for household sewing. It specializes in the production of household sewing equipment that helps organize workplace seamstresses It folds compactly, is easy to move and can fit comfortably in the room. For example, the Comfort 1QL+ table is equipped not only with space for installing a machine and overlocker, but also with a cutting surface.
Sewing space from the closet
A cutting table built into the cabinet will significantly save space in the room, since it can be conveniently removed after finishing work. Such transforming cabinets are specially created by furniture manufacturers, for example, the Comfort company, for optimal organization of the seamstress’s space. Its advantages:
- sewing devices, cutting surfaces easily extend and retract inside;
- there is space for fabrics, spools of thread, skeins of yarn, tools and other things needed in the sewing process;
- the work area is illuminated;
- the sewing station easily unfolds into a convenient cabinet and folds up compactly;
- cabinets are made with special wheels for ease of movement.
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An important factor in the advantage of a folding sewing station from a closet is that you can close it securely and not have to worry about children accidentally grabbing sharp, dangerous objects.
Do-it-yourself sewing machine table - is it real?
To save a little money when opening a sewing workshop or atelier, make a table for cutting and sewing with your own hands. The simplest version of a cutting table is several standing nearby and end-to-end ordinary office tables. There is no need to seal the joints; they do not interfere when working with the fabric.
Another variant handmade sewing equipment - place any two non-new (used) tables next to each other and cover with a sheet Chipboard sizes 250 by 150 cm. Such sheets are sold in any building materials store in Moscow.
Important! The edges of the laminated sheet must be hemmed or pasted over with thin slats so that the fabric does not cling to the cut edges
It is advisable to choose a chipboard sheet laminated or coated with plastic. If the surface is not laminated, you can thoroughly putty it and cover it with self-adhesive film.
A table for cutting fabric is chosen in specialized stores that sell sewing equipment. For an atelier or workshop, a table is often ordered from a furniture company to the size that will optimally fit into the room.
When choosing, the width of the tabletop is important. It is calculated according to the width of the fabric and should be at least one and a half meters. The maximum length is chosen so that it is comfortable to work around the table. The height of the tables is usually standard - about 80 cm.
The space under the table remains large and needs to be used wisely. Best option– make a table with several compartments of shelves below. They are always needed when working with fabrics and during cutting.
How to make a collapsible and convenient cutting table for the workshop, see the video below.
Hello, friends!
I have planned this publication for a long time. Finally, I got there!
Anyone who loves to sew knows the importance of such a thing as sewing cutting table.
A special dream of a tailor “at home” is for the table to take up little space!
There are, of course, transformable tables on sale that fold up conveniently and compactly... But, as a rule, such furniture has:
- high price,
- it may not suit your interior at all
- and to be honest, I don’t really want to unfold and fold the table every time, especially if I need to sew/hem something quickly.
In the conditions of not very large areas of many apartments, a universal solution is needed.
I, like many of my colleagues who love sewing, have long been thinking about how to make a transforming cutting table for sewing.
There were many options - a folding table-cabinet, a table-cabinet, etc.
I forgot to say, even before creating the blog “!” I had an idea to make furniture with my own hands. I was lucky, though – my husband has “golden hands”.
We have such a division of labor - I come up with a thing (having previously persuaded my husband to come up with another idea), make a sketch, do the calculations, order cutting, search for accessories, and my husband brings and assembles everything.
Thus, we have already created a computer desk, a hallway and a kitchen area.
Oh, here’s another transforming cutting table.
We didn’t learn this right away, until we spoiled a single thing. Only once, the box was dropped, but fortunately they knew how to redo it. By the way, if you're interested, it all started with information on the Internet.
Then, I think in 2009 quality material there was very little on this topic, but I found this guy’s website and even bought a course from him (this was my first purchase online).
I got distracted... from the table.
So, thinking through the options, I settled on a functional and “light” one - the table should easily move apart, not clutter up the area, fit into the interior and be always “at hand”.
That is, if you suddenly had free time or suddenly wanted to sew/handicraft, you could do it right away.
My favorite makeover came to the rescue!
We had an old computer desk that we repurposed.
Here it is. (By the way, I also redid the chair in the photo - I painted it and reupholstered the seat...)
Unusual table legs on casters were used.
First a small drawing with dimensions:
Then the calculations, for those who are interested, I give the figures:
- Main table top – 1600mm x 580mm – 1 piece
- The second upper part of the table – 1600mm x 250mm – 1 piece
- Bottom of the table – 1600mm x 480mm – 1 piece
- Racks – 432 mm x 100 mm – 4 parts
- Lower support – 1400 mm x 200 mm – 1 piece
- Bottom of the drawer – 367 mm x 440 mm – 2 pieces.
- Back wall of the drawer – 367 mm x 60 mm – 2 children
- Facade – 393 mm x 96 mm – 2 parts.
Accessories:
- Piano hinge – 2 pcs.
- Gas play – 2 pcs.
- Magnets – 2 pcs.
- Rollers – 4 pcs.
- Guides for drawers – 2 pcs.
- Self-tapping screws - packaging
- Confirmats (special screws) - about 10, I think
- Corners – 10 pcs
We sawed, made edges on the parts, bought fittings, took the parts and...
...We went on vacation, after which it turned out that we had not taken the small parts of the boxes - facades, walls, etc.
A month has already passed since sawing, and they haven’t started looking for parts.
We got out of the situation by making one big facade - the lid. It snaps on with magnets.
We started from the remaining material, so it turned out like this.
Of course, it would have been nicer with drawers, but I really wanted a table, and my husband had so little time to assemble it, that we did without them.
In general, it’s also convenient, the lid folds back and three compartments open at once.
I used leftover pizza boxes to store everything. I covered them with self-adhesive film, and they perfectly “fit” into the niches in size - again a rework!
Sometimes you don't even need to open the lid to hide your spoolie or scissors.
IN assembled form the table rolls up under the window sill and looks out about 45 cm - compact.
When disassembled, due to the gas play and the system that the husband came up with from a chain, a hook and some two parts, the table extends up to 80 cm.
That is, I have a working surface of 160 cm by 80 cm - quite enough for cutting.
Legs and rollers painted suitable color spray paint.
By the way, the chair was also remade - from an old office chair. The backrest was removed, the leg was painted, the seat was upholstered and a suitable swivel and move chair was ready.
I keep the sewing machine and all sorts of handicrafts in the closet nearby. It seems to me that it’s more convenient than in a table or cabinet. Now I’m also planning to equip a closet so that everything is at hand. I'll do it and tell you.
This is how you can make a transforming cutting table with your own hands.
Take a closer look at your old things - maybe they can also be turned into something useful?
I wish you good luck, Elena Krasovskaya!
In the process of organizing a sewing workshop or atelier, a cutting table is needed. Moreover, you don’t have to buy it; you can make it yourself.
The cutting table is one of the main places of work in a cutting shop or simply in a sewing workshop.
That is why it is necessary for this design to be reliable and safe.
There are several basic requirements and each of them deserves separate consideration.
First of all, you need to decide on the sizes. The length of the cutting table cannot be less than five meters, height 80-90 cm and width 175 cm. The surface must be flat and smooth. If possible, it is better to make the cut table longer. Why is this necessary? The fact is that the longer the table, the less fabric will be used for sewing, since the cutting will be optimal in size. All this cannot but affect the cost.
In some sewing industries, for example, curtain making, the length of the table is about 20 meters. Width must be at least 170 cm. If we're talking about, for example, about a shop for sewing bags, then the width of the fabric there is 150 cm. After the flooring is made, there should be free space at the edges of the table where you can put a cutting knife. In height, the cutting table should be such that the cutter can easily reach 3/4 of its width.
Now, a few words about what they are made of Cutting tables. The most commonly used material is chipboard. There are several reasons for this. The first of these is the appropriate sheet width. The second is that it is very convenient to choose the length; 2 sheets will be enough for this. The base of the table can be made from metal corners. To make the table more stable, a frame is made from the same corners at the bottom. This way you will have an extra shelf to store your rolls and cut.
The chipboard sheet is laid on metal structure and is fastened with bolts, but there is a nuance here; after fastening, the bolts must be “recessed” so that they do not interfere with the cutting knife moving freely along the surface.
After assembly cutting table, it is necessary to cover it (and preferably twice) with a layer of drying oil; the shelf at the bottom of the table should also be drying oil. If desired, the table can be covered with plastic, but only with one sheet. An indispensable requirement for the surface of the cutting table is ideal smoothness. Otherwise, the panel joints will interfere with the cutting knife.
One more important point, when organizing a sewing workshop, a cutting ruler is used. At the initial stage, you don’t have to buy it; it’s enough to make two to hang the rolls metal racks. Two hooks (more are possible) are welded onto different levels. The racks must be stable, since the weight of the roll can be about 30 kg.
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Nowadays, sewing can be considered not only as the art of creating clothes, interior items and accessories, but also a way to turn a hobby into a business project. Custom-made items are more valuable than factory-stamped items. Of course, every craftswoman dreams of a perfectly organized workplace that will simplify the creative process and eliminate unnecessary inconvenience. A sewing table is a necessary attribute for sewing clothes, but is it worth spending money on buying a ready-made cabinet when you can make a table with your own hands?
Every craftswoman dreams of a perfectly organized workplace that will simplify the creative process and eliminate unnecessary inconvenience.
Proceed to assembling the body of the cabinet: connect the tabletop, sides and support strips using self-tapping screws.
There are many desk options on the market designed specifically for tailors, but the cost of purchasing new furniture is not always worth the cost. And if sewing new clothes requires high level mastery of craftsmanship and practical experience, then to make a table for a sewing machine you do not need to have special talent. If you know how to use a tape measure, a screwdriver and a jigsaw, this is a reason to think about making a sewing table with your own hands.
A sewing table is a necessary attribute for sewing clothes.
Many may have a question: why waste time making a sewing table with your own hands when you can just buy a ready-made one? If you carry out a simple calculation, it turns out that most of the cost of the product is the cost of someone else’s labor and the rental of retail space. This leads to the main advantage – savings. family budget. The costs will only go to materials and accessories, which is 3-4 times cheaper than buying a ready-made table. With the money you save, you can take creative training courses, which will be a profitable investment.
There are many options on the market for work desks designed specifically for tailors.
When installing the tabletop, make sure that the fastening is carried out exactly according to the marks corresponding to the drawing.
A sewing table created with your own hands becomes not just a unique thing, but also a reliable assistant in the creative process. How much should this small bedside table fit: sewing supplies, thread sets different colors and thickness for each type of fabric, cutting devices, ribbons, appliqués and other accessories. In this case, the size, color, material, design of the tabletop and cabinet will be recreated at the request of the owner. Whether the table will be a strict workplace or a real art object is up to you.
If you know how to use a tape measure, a screwdriver and a jigsaw, this is a reason to think about making a sewing table with your own hands.
The modern market is overflowing with furniture made from chipboard, but not everyone is eager to use furniture made from sawdust. When making furniture with your own hands, you can choose environmentally friendly materials. The price of the issue is also beyond doubt: the cost of furniture board made of pine will not exceed the cost of a finished table with a folding tabletop. Varnished wooden furniture does not emit toxic substances and fills the room with the subtle aroma of pine forest. Besides natural materials They are distinguished by durability, strength of fastenings and the possibility of restoration.
The main advantage follows - saving the family budget.
Ready product and varnish the components.
Deciding on design and construction
Depending on the size of the room, the dimensions of the sewing equipment and the availability additional tools The following models of sewing tables are distinguished for sewing:
Cabinet with sections for storage. The model is easy to manufacture, but has small area countertops. Suitable for amateur craftsmen.
The costs will go only to materials and accessories, which is 3-4 times cheaper than buying a ready-made table.
Table-book with a compartment for a sewing machine and storage of accessories. It is spacious and multifunctional. Suitable for small spaces.
Drawers allow you to store precious boxes and accessories, and the compact table does not take up much space.
Run build drawers.
Table with drawers and folding top. An excellent option that will suit you for professional use. Drawers allow you to store precious boxes and accessories, and the compact table does not take up much space. In addition to the sewing machine, you can simultaneously place an overlocker on the table without losing convenience.
A sewing table created with your own hands becomes not just a unique thing, but also a reliable assistant in the creative process.
Transformable corner table. Making such a model at home requires a lot of time and professional experience, so not everyone can cope with this task. When unfolded, the transforming table takes up a lot of space and is inconvenient in small apartments.
When unfolded, the transforming table takes up a lot of space and is inconvenient in small apartments.
Lastly, attach the doors and handles, and insert the assembled drawers.
When the material matters
The choice of material should be treated with special care: the practical and aesthetic properties of the finished product depend on this. The comparative table shows the key characteristics of various materials.
Name | Environmental properties | Moisture resistance | Durability |
Chipboard | Releases formaldehyde as it contains petroleum products | low | In such materials, screws and nails tend to become loose, and fastenings gradually lose strength |
Laminated chipboard | Doesn't highlight harmful substances due to coverage | ||
MDF | Environmentally friendly | increased | |
Plywood | Completely natural material | High when coated with polyurethane varnish | Retains the strength of fastenings when covered protective compounds do not rot, have a long service life |
Solid wood |
Whether the table will be a strict workplace or a real art object is up to you to decide.
Thus, financial investments Furniture made from natural wood and plywood are suitable for a person who focuses on safety, environmental friendliness and durability of furniture. Investments in natural material always justified: such sewing table will delight its owner with the beauty of its natural texture and smell, durability and will last for more than one generation. If the expense item does not involve high costs, then from budget options you can choose laminated chipboard or MDF, they are more advanced and safer materials.
The modern market is overflowing with furniture made from chipboard, but not everyone is eager to use furniture made from sawdust.
The reliability of furniture assembly is determined by high-quality fittings. For a simple folding table with drawers, a shelf for a sewing machine and additional compartments you will need: butterfly hinges, self-tapping screws, ball guides, fastenings for the base, legs with the ability to adjust the height, handles if there are doors or for the convenience of folding out the tabletop. The latter can be made in a certain style and perform a decorative function.
In addition, natural materials are characterized by durability, strength of fastenings and the possibility of restoration.
Armed with instructions, tools and a good attitude, you can independently assemble a table that meets all the requirements of a master sewing craft.
Step-by-step instruction
Before you start, you need to make sure you have the following tools:
- screwdriver;
- hammer;
- pliers;
- jigsaw;
- Screwdriver Set;
- sandpaper;
- polyurethane varnish for wood;
- brush or roller;
- edge tape (for chipboard, MDF);
- building level;
- construction pencil.
Investments in natural materials are always worthwhile.
Step 1. At the first stage, you need to select a drawing of a cabinet for a sewing machine and cut out all the parts on paper indicating the dimensions. With the finished drawing you should go to the store building materials. To make a folding table with drawers, one sheet of chipboard, MDF or plywood will be enough.
The reliability of furniture assembly is determined by high-quality fittings.
Step 2. Then you need to mark the parts on the board with a construction pencil, taking into account the edges, and cut them out using a jigsaw; mark and make holes for fastenings. If natural wood is used, the surface of the parts must be sanded. Cover chipboard and MDF with edge tape. In order not to cut out the parts yourself, you can order cutting and edging according to the drawing and immediately proceed to the assembly stage.
The latter can be made in a certain style and perform a decorative function.
Step 3. Start assembling the body of the cabinet: connect the tabletop, sides and support strips using self-tapping screws. Attach back wall using a hammer and nails, making sure that the edges of the wall do not protrude from the sides. Using self-tapping screws, attach the legs to the cabinet and check the result with a building level. If there are deviations from the horizon, correct them. When installing the tabletop, make sure that the fastening is carried out exactly according to the marks corresponding to the drawing.
At the first stage, you need to select a drawing of a cabinet for a sewing machine and cut out all the parts on paper indicating the dimensions.
Step 4. Varnish the finished product and components. You should take special care when cleaning the countertop, as it will become your main work surface. If the varnish coating will be done in several layers, it is necessary to allow time between applications. The varnish will dry completely after 36 hours.
To make a folding table with drawers, one sheet of chipboard, MDF or plywood will be enough.
Step 5. Assemble the drawers. After varnishing, attach the ball guides. Check that the boxes fit smoothly into the fastenings by placing a building level on the bottom of the box.
If natural wood is used, the surface of the parts must be sanded. Cover chipboard and MDF with edge tape.
Step 6. Lastly, attach the doors and handles, and insert the assembled drawers.
The sewing machine table is an indispensable assistant in the process of implementation creative ideas, but in furniture stores you can’t always find an option that suits you. Armed with instructions, tools and a good attitude, you can independently assemble a table that meets all the requirements of a master sewing craft.
Cabinet with sections for storage.
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