IF and or WHEN I get a LARGE sewing room, I will use the kitchen island idea too for cutting table. In fact if no one is around that's what I use now. Right height, walk around, drawers for storage, stool too to sit and read books or what ever. Maybe two stools for ONE visitor.
Isn't it fun to pull a drawer and see you fab? I too have stuff in tube. Bummer.
Enjoy your room. Love it must love it.