A Woodworking Plan and Instructions to Build a Sewing Center Cabinet

When we designed this Shaker-style cabinet, we set out to create a compact, yet attractive, piece of furniture with features and storage galore. We included in the cabinet a quality mechanical lift with which you can raise your sewing machine to two working positions, or lower it for easy out-of-sight storage. Drawer storage abounds, and the hinged cabinet top flips out in two directions, effectively doubling the work surface. Measurements below are for when the cabinet is closed. View the Larger Image Slideshow for pictures of the paper plan. Finished Dimensions Height: 27 inches (67.5 cm) Width: 48 inches (120 cm) Depth: 18 inches (45 cm) Wood and Supplies needed: We used cherry, cherry and birch plywood, and hardboard, but you can use a wood of your choice. A full materials and supplies list is included with the plan. Tools needed: Tablesaw, drill, clamps, router, bandsaw, table mounted router, and other common workshop tools.