I finally have a dedicated quilting area!
03-16-2011, 06:08 AM
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I have had so many lovely comments about this room! Thank you everyone. I also have had several requests on how to make the sewing table. We started with one we purchased from Craigslist.
The directions below are an attempt to explain the process. I hope this helps some of you. Ann in TN
The directions below are an attempt to explain the process. I hope this helps some of you. Ann in TN
How I made my sewing table
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03-16-2011, 11:39 PM
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I love recycling things.I use doors too,all the time.they do make great tables.And I love that you put one on a set of office files.I'm going to have to steal that one.So short on space,that would help me.And I don't know what foam boards your talking about,but that was a great tip too.You have a nice room.It is nice to be able to see what you have too.Thanks for sharing.
03-17-2011, 03:46 AM
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At Dollar Tree they sell a 30X22" sheet of rigid styrofoam board for $1.00. It is in the paper and crafting section. I think kids use it for display boards when the do school projects and science fairs. I had purchased a package of those plastic fabric organizers and liked the concept but couldn't afford enough of them to use for all of the fabric I had. I thought about the possibility of using the styrofoam board. It is acid free. I cut the board into 11X6" pieces so there were 10 per sheet. I wrapped the fabric around those and secured with plastic paper clips. Very little money invested and I haven't had any of them break. They are inexpensive enough that I toss them out when they no longer suit my purpose but they will probably be here longer than I will. Ann in TN
03-17-2011, 04:31 AM
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Originally Posted by ncredbird
At Dollar Tree they sell a 30X22" sheet of rigid styrofoam board for $1.00. It is in the paper and crafting section. I think kids use it for display boards when the do school projects and science fairs. I had purchased a package of those plastic fabric organizers and liked the concept but couldn't afford enough of them to use for all of the fabric I had. I thought about the possibility of using the styrofoam board. It is acid free. I cut the board into 11X6" pieces so there were 10 per sheet. I wrapped the fabric around those and secured with plastic paper clips. Very little money invested and I haven't had any of them break. They are inexpensive enough that I toss them out when they no longer suit my purpose but they will probably be here longer than I will. Ann in TN
03-17-2011, 05:34 AM
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I have for a long time wanted my machine dropped down into my table for a flat surface. How was the box attached to bottom of top? Screwed in or nailed? Also how has it stood up to the motion/vibration when sewing?
thanks..
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03-17-2011, 05:37 AM
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It was glued and screwed. Someone could jump on it without any problem. The table doesn't move at all but then being solid maple it probably weighs about 85+ pounds. It took 2 of us to turn it over and move it around. Ann in TN
03-17-2011, 05:46 AM
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After posting the ?, I found your directions.
thanks so much for sharing.
I spend way too much time at this board!!! But I do get lots of ideas....
Your hubby is a keeper. Treasure the time U have with him. Mine passed 9 yrs ago & sure do miss him. He would have made such a wonderful GF with 7 total. Had 3 when he went, so I tell people what hurt the most about losing him, was that my GK won't have a Paw Paw. But God is watching over me & mine & He is still in control.
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thanks so much for sharing.
I spend way too much time at this board!!! But I do get lots of ideas....
Your hubby is a keeper. Treasure the time U have with him. Mine passed 9 yrs ago & sure do miss him. He would have made such a wonderful GF with 7 total. Had 3 when he went, so I tell people what hurt the most about losing him, was that my GK won't have a Paw Paw. But God is watching over me & mine & He is still in control.
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