Ergonomic Saddle Chair
 

Has anyone tried using an ergonomic saddle chair when sewing/quilting? I have the standard adjustable office chair right now but this looked kind of interesting.

I have one and I am in the process of learning.....how to sit on it. It is comfortable and the height is adjustable so it becomes almost a custom fit for you. I have used it while using the quilting machine and have yet to use it while piecing and sewing.

That chair does not look comfortable..... neither does it do anything for sitting like a lady ...like my dear mother taught me!! :)

I've been wanting one for when I do micro-quilting.

That is a WEIRD looking chair! Particularly the one that you sit on sort of backwards, with what looks like a back rest actually being a chest-and-forearm rest. It seems like that would be hot, like wearing a huge padded vest.

I would be curious to try one out...I have back problems, and have had a hip replaced, so not sure if it would be really good for me or really bad! Where would one go to try one out in person, I wonder? I've never seen a chair like that for sale around here.

I think the backwards one would get in the way of maneuvering the quilt. I've seen recommendations for the saddle chair (without arm or back) for use with a frame - and I think it does allow the sitter great flexibility to move around/along the frame.

Does anyone remember the 'chairs' where you rested your shins on the lower padding - and had no backrest. We had one for years with our computer desk, though now I'd probably fall on my face trying to stand up from it.

Cheers, K

I use an adjustable stool that drummers use, very comfortable

There were pictures of "kneeling chairs" with the saddle seats. I think that's what you are thinking about. I used to want one, but now I don't think my knees could handle it.

THANKS for the laugh Tartan !!! I think as long as you have a GOOD office chair, you should get the proper support from that. I use to quilt professionally and with a lumbar support, I kept my back problems down to a low rumble !!