I have the opposite problem too - I'm 5'9". About 12 -15 years ago I took my vacuum in to be repaired and the shop had a cutting table that I swear was made for me. It was the perfect height, it folds up into a full length mirror and easy to move around. Luckily I had my daughter with me and she talked me into buying it because it was $400.00 and I am not used to spending that kind of money on me. I have never regretted buying it. It saved my back and knees - because I can use it when sandwiching a quilt.
What if you bought a desk at a Thrift Store and you pay someone to cut the legs down. (I just assume the table you have has metal legs - but they could be cut too.) Our ergonomic specialist at work would provide angled foot stools for the people that needed them. It is not good to have your feet dangle.
Last edited by quiltingcandy; 05-17-2016 at 01:54 PM.