Comments on: DIY Small Kitchen Island from Sewing Cabinet Upcycle

By: Gail Wilson

Gail Wilson — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 14:53:24 +0000

Alexis
Welcome to My Repurposed Life! I’ve been on a family vacation, that’s why my reply is delayed.

When I removed the piece that held the sewing machine, it lost it’s ability to support the lid. I added a small piece of trim all around the DIY cutting board insert. I apologize for the confusion. I was rushed to get this project published for the Furniture Fixer Upper group. I added an extra photo to th article. I hope that helps.

By: Alexis Erickson

Alexis Erickson — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 19:58:37 +0000

I still don’t get what you did to make the lid open flat. Could you add more detailed pictures or explain in words of one syllable?

My dad (the original repurpose) once removed the corner legs from a table to make it a kitchen table. He supported it with a base in the center that was on wheels. It looked a little strange, but it was very useful in moving the table in and out of the alcove.

This is your first project that I have read. It’s great! I’m a big fan. 🙂

By: Natalie

Natalie — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 14:31:06 +0000

This is such a clever upcycle! I honestly love that you saw the potential in a sewing cabinet, of all things. Most people wouldn’t think twice about it, but you turned it into something beautiful and practical.

By: Teresa

Teresa — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 21:07:03 +0000

So creative!! Fantastic job – I would love it in my kitchen!

By: Mary Loveland

Mary Loveland — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 18:47:16 +0000

Gail, totally cool re -use for that sewing machine table. Cudos to you for all the hardwork. Where ever this piece ends up, someone will get a lot of use out of it. I would like to add a couple of comments/concerns. I am really glad you specified glass cutting board, hopefully others will realize you cannot use regular glass in something like this as it is not tempered
I really think it would have been wise to fill, sand and paint the Kreg jig holes on the inside of the cabinet, it would give things a much more professional look to the finished piece.
For a piece of furniture like this water is the enemy; it really wasn’t necessary to add a finger hole in the top when the glass can easily be popped up from the door. That finger hole is an open space for any liquid to find it’s way to the bottom of the drawer and anything stored in that space. It also makes me wonder if there is some kind of “water proof” paint you could add around the edges of the cutting board? Lastly, that 1/2 shelf at the bottom begs the other half to make it a whole shelf.
I have an old sewing cabinet like this and this project would be perfect if I can get to it! Thank You

By: Gail Wilson

Gail Wilson — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:21:27 +0000

In reply to Denise – Salvaged Inspirations.

Thanks for pinning Denise! I appreciate your kind comment.

gail

By: Gail Wilson

Gail Wilson — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:20:37 +0000

In reply to Christy James. Thank you Christy! I am very happy with the end result, but you're right-there were many unexpected challenges. gail

By: Denise - Salvaged Inspirations

Denise - Salvaged Inspirations — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:07:50 +0000

Ohmygoodness Gail, this was a labour of love – I LOVE this repurposed upcycle. You gave this sewing cabinet a fresh new look and purpose! Beautiful! Pinned XOXO

By: Christy James

Christy James — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 13:57:52 +0000

Wow Gail, this was a lot of work with unexpected challenges, but what a fantastic repurpose! I love it!! XOXO