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Old 08-10-2010, 09:19 AM
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I went to the Goodwill store Saturday looking for some storage containers and found a computer desk like one shown in another topic (can't remember which one). I thought it was a great idea since my sewing machine sits on the keyboard shelf and it leaves the rest of the desk open for fabric when sewing. I had priced these desks and they ranged in price from $99 to $135. Not wanting to spend that much I was really glad to find one at Goodwill for only $10. It's a nice sturdy desk that doesn't wabble (?sp). The only thing hubby had to do was move the keyboard shelf out a little so my machine would sit on it with the extension on.
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Old 08-10-2010, 09:20 AM
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Perfect; I never would have thought about putting the machine on the keyboard shelf!
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I didn't realize the keyboard shelf was that strong
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Old 08-10-2010, 09:30 AM
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This one is fairly sturdy. My machine is not very heavy either. I don't know that I would want to put one of the older "boat anchors" on it. I don't think it would be stong enough. I checked it before I bought it to make sure it didn't shift. This desk also has leveling feet in case the floor is uneven.
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Great find! I never thought about using that kind of desk. If it works why not right! Enjoy!!
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And it looks like the bed of the machine butts up perfectly against the flat part of the desk :thumbup:
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Great idea! Don't you just love thrift store treasures!! :thumbup:
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What a great find :D:D:D
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Originally Posted by kathy
I didn't realize the keyboard shelf was that strong
Same here. I thought about it but didn't think it would support my machine.
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I would worry that it would tip forward?
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