Thanks so much for all your replies. You are all very kind and helpful. My set up is not ideal. I am sewing on the dining room table. In another year I will have a 20 x 20 bedroom free that will become my sewing room. But for now, I sew "out in the open" so I can keep a close eye on my 2 little GS who live with me. Anyhow, your ideas were wonderful and I will give them a try. Thanks!