My machine is on a small table and there is just a little room to the right for my pin container (can't use a pin cushion thanks to Dave the cat), seam ripper, and other small tools, but to the right of the table I have a small antique night stand that I have a purchased ironing surface and my iron on so I can just turn in my chair and press seams. The night stand has a small cabinet and drawer to hold other tools I frequently use and my sewing machine manual. I wish I had more space but I make do with what I have.