Guess what? I’ve stumbled upon a fabulous find this week! Thanks to a friendly trade, I now own a fantastic folding sewing and craft table, and I primarily wanted it for rotary cutting. Oh boy, it’s turning out to be the star of my studio! And, with my sewing room bursting at its seams, the timing couldn’t be more perfect!
Let me introduce you to the Sullivans Home Hobby Table! Sporting a chic white laminated top and sturdy black metal legs, this table rides on six casters. The bonus? It’s a breeze to move around, especially in my snug sewing space packed with goodies. Plus, two of those wheels lock in, ensuring your table stays put while you’re crafting with precision.
What’s the highlight? Its portability! Though the casters add mobility, it’s the folding leaves that steal my heart. When folded, they’re a real space-saver. And once you swing out the supporting gate-legs and lift those leaves? Voila! You have a spacious 36″ by 60″ tabletop.
Now, while there’s ample space for most projects, I noticed it’s a tad short for my biggest Olfa Cutting Mat. No worries, though! I’ve placed multiple mats of varying sizes to ensure I have cutting flexibility.
Need to clear some room? With the leaves folded, it’s just 14″ wide. The best part? Setting it up to its full size takes mere seconds!
Height Alert! ⚠️
Let’s talk height. Standing tall at 36″, it’s perfect for someone of my height (5′ 5″). But my dear friend Marie, who’s a bit shorter, finds it a smidge too tall. So, before you fall in love, measure up from the floor to ensure it’s the right fit for you.
This week, I upped the table’s game by adding a Gridded Cloth Mat! This transformed my cutting space into a vast ironing board, slashing my ironing time by half, especially with a queen-size quilt in the works. The mat’s generous surface lets me handle and iron more fabric at once, making the task so much smoother.
Ironing Aid: The cover features 1″ grid lines and angular markings to aid in blocking your fabric pieces accurately. And a tip? Use an iron with a Teflon soleplate to keep those lines pristine!
Easy peasy installation: The one-piece cover and pad slide onto the table effortlessly. Smooth out any wrinkles, and use the cinch cords at opposite corners to secure it.
However, a word of caution: steer clear of cutting on the ironing cover!
Budget Note: Priced at under $150 for the table and $35 for the ironing cover, it might be a stretch for some. But considering its versatility, it’s a worthy investment.
When you’re jazzing up your sewing room next, save some bucks for the Sullivans Home Hobby Table and the Gridded Cloth Mat. Oh, and maybe set aside an extra $90 for that perfect-size cutting mat! ✂️
| Details | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Sullivans Home Hobby Table |
| Tabletop Dimensions (With Leaves Open) | 36″ x 60″ |
| Table Width (With Leaves Folded) | 14″ |
| Table Height | 36″ |
| Accessory | Gridded Cloth Mat |
| Table Price | Under $150 |
| Ironing Cover Price | $35 |
