Best Compact Folding Sewing Table: Best Choice Products Folding Sewing Table

Let’s talk the best sewing tables!

Before we get into our recommendations, a quick piece of advice when you order furniture like these sewing tables: ALWAYS inspect the package for damage when it arrives!

These sewing tables are flat-packed furniture . . . and even if the manufacturer is careful with packaging, damage from shipping can still occur. Be sure to inspect it carefully upon arrival, as return windows may be limited.

If you are space-challenged yet still need a table for sewing or crafting, we’d recommend a compact sewing table that folds up into a small footprint. We asked our readers for their favorites—and then tried out several sewing tables ourselves.

After several hours of research, we think Best Choice’s Sewing Table is the best compact folding sewing table. Here’s more:

What We Liked

• Easy to assemble.

• Wheels for mobility.

• Good storage.

• Folds to a compact size: 23″ x 16″ (31″ height). Yes, that is less than two feet by two feet.

• Looks nice with white finish.

• Front cabinet door closes with magnet.

• Extra board can be raised for more counter-top space.

What Needs Work

• Some sewing machines may be too big for the shelf.

Best Sewing Table With Storage: Sew Ready Eclipse Hobby Sewing Center

As a sewing enthusiast myself, I know how much stuff one can acquire with this hobby! That’s why a sewing table with storage is most helpful. After looking at several options recommended by our readers, we decided Sew Ready’s Eclipse Hobby Sewing Center is the best sewing table with storage. Here’s why:

What We Liked

• Easy to assemble with detailed instructions.

• Sturdy insert for machine.

• Stable design.

• Drop down platform for sewing machine.

• Fold down extension for more work space.

• Three drawers to hold supplies.

What Needs Work

• Bouncy at high speeds? We didn’t see this in our test, but we note some users said when they ran their sewing machine at high speeds, the table could bounce or wobble. 

• Check for shipping damage upon arrival! This is true for any sewing table, of course.

Best Portable Sewing Table: Sauder 414873 Sewing & Craft Cart

If you need to move your sewing table from room to room, we’d recommend Sauder’s 41873 Sewing & Craft Cart. With six (yes, six!) casters, we thought this table was easier to move around than others we researched. Our readers agree and think this is a well-made cart that is simple to assemble.

Here’s more:

What We Liked

• Lots of storage.

• Compact footprint (38.25″ x 19.5″ when closed).

• Under shelf can hold a sewing machine.

• Simple to assemble.

• Looks great when folded.

• No vibration—very stable design.

• Lots of work space—when unfolded it is 19.5″ by 40″ long!

What Needs Work

• Pricey.

Best Adjustable Height Table: Studio Designs Sew Ready Mobile Height Adjustable Hobby and Craft Cutting Table

Most sewing tables aren’t height adjustable—and that can be a problem if you prefer a table that can change height (for a kid’s craft project, for example). This table was recommended by readers for its adjustability: Studio Designs Sew Ready table. And we agree: this an affordable solution if you need a table that adjusts in height.

What We Liked

• Easy-to-adjust knobs raise the height in 1.5″ increments.

• Six locking casters.

• Easy to assemble.

• Versatile.

• Folds to a compact size for storage.

• Sturdy.

• Affordable.

What Needs Work

• A bit top-heavy. Be careful if moving around with supplies on top.

Why Trust Us

We’ve been rating and reviewing products for the home and families since 1994. We do extensive research, evaluating products with an eye toward quality, ease of use and affordability. When we purchase a product for hands-on testing, we do so with our own money. 

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