Sewing machine extension table
01-31-2009, 06:42 AM
#21
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Originally Posted by quilterj
Fabricluvr, How big did you make yours?
the finished size is 16" front to back and 20" side to side. i found the piece of wood at lowes and i think it measured 16" by 42", or maybe it was 36" long? it was paintable grade or something like that (really smooth with a minimal amount of knots). then the guy just cut it in half.
01-31-2009, 07:26 AM
#22
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Missouri
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Originally Posted by Skeat
(I would love to have a cabinet with a place to lower the machine, but I can't afford one)Don't know if you have a handy dandy person over there or not, but, my FIL took a hollow door and put formica on top of it (w/glue)...add legs...then I had dh measure my machine outline plus the clear acrylic extension...cut it out and I dropped it in...perfect! And, a nice area to work in too. I love my extension top! Even not in the door. Don't know the brand w/o looking but, it sure helps in fabric not dropping off too soon on me. When in the table...it absol. is great. Skeat
01-31-2009, 08:26 AM
#26
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Here's the pic of the table that is a hollow door w/formica glued on it...it is the front table w/machine. The table w/the glasses is a seperate table. I did put a 2x4 under it in an upright position for the machine is very heavy and I thought it best to have an extra support...just in case:))Go to: http://www.quiltingboard.com/posts/list/15/9044.page there you will find the pic of my table. Skeat
01-31-2009, 10:39 AM
#27
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Hey Marty Mo....I just loooove that quilt on your avatar! Can you post for us a picture in the 'picture' section of that quilt. (hope you have other pics for us addicted ones!) Can you tell us a bit about it like is it your pattern??Oh, thank you! Skeat
02-02-2009, 06:03 AM
#29
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Location: Winter PArk, Florida
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I know what you are looking for. These tables are made from Lexon plastic and are very sturdy. I have one for all (5) my machines and love them. "Specially the see thru part that lets me store needed tools under it. It's perfect for me cause I'm left-handed.
02-02-2009, 01:41 PM
#30
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Northern Michigan
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I love my acrylic "sew-easy" extension, have the larger size and use it for clases and retreats. At home my machine is in a cabinet. The acrylic extension also doubles as a light box by sliding my small Ott light underneath. I love it.
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