It depends on the height of your table. I have one with arms, but I don't really use them while sewing. Also, having arms on it means that you have to turn all the way out to get up (say, to press your seams). If I had a choice, I'd get one without arms. The wheels, though, and the cushi-ness of office chairs, makes sewing so much more comfortable. Make sure you get one where the seat rotates independently of the wheel base (I've only seen a couple of chairs that don't have that, but better to make sure!). Happy birthday!