Thread: Acrylic extension table vs sewing table

I have a large acrylic extension table for my Viking Opal but i am thinking about buying a sewing table to replace it. Leash Day has a Mother's Day special on a table that comes with an acrylic insert so the machine is flush with the table. So my question to all you experienced quilters is, will it make a difference? I do get my quilts caught on the edge of the extension table but wonder if I would also get thm caught on the edge of the table itself. I do not do large quilts, only throws at this time. Thanks for your help

Originally Posted by ManiacQuilter2

Not sure what your set up is or why your quilts are getting caught when quilting. I have my Bernina 1530 sitting inside the well of my old Singer sewing desk using an insert. It is a better height for me. There are articles on what height your DSM should be at with yourself for good posture.

I have my Bernina in my old singer sewing desk also. The small acrylic tray sits above the top of the machine cabinet so it is not flush. Can you please tell me where you purchased your insert to make the machine flush to the cabinet? Thank you so much!

Originally Posted by copycat

I have my Bernina in my old singer sewing desk also. The small acrylic tray sits above the top of the machine cabinet so it is not flush. Can you please tell me where you purchased your insert to make the machine flush to the cabinet? Thank you so much!

A glass company will cut an acrylic tray for you......I just drew the size on to a piece of cardboard and took it to them. Works great!!!

Originally Posted by imsewnso

A glass company will cut an acrylic tray for you......I just drew the size on to a piece of cardboard and took it to them. Works great!!!

Thanks, I will ask my local glass co.

No they will not get caught when using a table with the insert.

I have a large Horn table with inserts for all my machines. The table makes it so much easier, the quilt getting caught probably depends on the size of the table. With mine being big, the entire quilt is always on the top.

Originally Posted by Sally J

I have a large Horn table with inserts for all my machines. The table makes it so much easier, the quilt getting caught probably depends on the size of the table. With mine being big, the entire quilt is always on the top.

I have this table also, and it makes a world of difference. I hesitated to spend the $$, but would do it again in a heartbeat.

I find that I sew so much better when my machine is level with the table so I have my machine dropped in a desk so it is flush with the top of the desk. It really makes all the difference for me.