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    Old 07-29-2011, 11:33 AM
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    I am just completing a new sewing quilting room and need ideas for a large cutting table. Can any of you post pictures and ideas that have worked for you? I need a little help with this part. I don't want to make any mistakes since I will only get the chance once. Help me if you can.
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    Old 07-29-2011, 11:47 AM
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    yes, I would also like to know what is the ideal height
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    Old 07-29-2011, 11:53 AM
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    yes - can't wait to see responses.
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    Old 07-29-2011, 11:55 AM
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    I have a cutting table that I just love, I ordered it about 20 years ago but don't remember where from. Saw a picture in quilting book I think. Anyway, it is 40 wide x 72 long and 34-1/2 high. Center section is 18 in wide with drawer under the table and storage below that, and a leaf on each side that can drop down.. when you don't need it up. I keep one leaf up all the time, giving me a 45-1/2 x 40 cutting surface.. I am about 5ft 2 or 3 in tall and do not have problems at the 34-1/2 in height of the table.
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    Old 07-29-2011, 12:01 PM
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    I'm not exactly sure what the height should be but measure the height from the floor to the top of your kitchen countertop and that should be the right height. I don't have a cutting table, use the kitchen island.
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    Old 07-29-2011, 12:06 PM
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    I have the cutting table from Joann's. I love it! and with the coupons its not to bad as far as price goes.
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    Old 07-29-2011, 12:07 PM
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    Kitchen island here as well. Perfect height and mine is 5 ft long and 42 inches wide....just great for me.
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    Old 07-29-2011, 12:23 PM
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    I am considering a premade island at our local building supply store. It is the perfect size and has drawers too. Just waiting to save up..LOL
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    Old 07-29-2011, 12:30 PM
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    I've used the kitchen counter cause there's plenty of room for the extra length.
    In my sewing room I have an old dress that is the right height with a 3' mat on top.
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    Old 07-29-2011, 12:31 PM
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    depending on your height... i'm 5'4" and i find that the kitchen counter works very well... i have a large peninsula.
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