Repurpose Sewing Machine Cabinet Ideas
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Are you looking for sewing machine cabinet repurpose ideas? You’re in the right place! These cabinets are often tossed out and unwanted.
Sewing Machine Cabinet Ideas | Side Tables
Redoing sewing machine cabinets into side tables may be the easiest DIY. I prefer to remove the piece under the lid that I call the sewing machine frame, the actual board that holds the machine. The uses and colors are endless!
An antique or family heirloom becomes usable with a little fresh paint or update!
Mid Century Modern Blue Side Table
Using a two-tone color palette really brings out the beauty of real wood. Many times, the tops are damaged, and paint is the only solution.
Isn’t this a fun style? I love the shape of this sewing machine cabinet.
Leave the piece as is for a really easy project, and just add paint!
Chippy White Sewing Table Makeover
Paint, distress, and add a stencil for a more detailed project.
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Writing Desks
Depending on the legroom area of your sewing machine cabinet, you may want to add a chair to make a writing desk.
As I said, adding a chair makes all the difference. Perhaps you have a single chair in storage you could paint to match?
Perfectly chippy sewing machine writing desk.
It’s even better if your original piece still has the stool that matches. In addition, when drawers are in place, you have even more options for your new purpose.
Marrying two items changes the look of the original cabinet. What was added to this piece? Can you tell?
Finding a coordinating chair turns a side table into a handy writing desk. A table this size is perfect for a laptop or homework station.
Use Fabric to Mod Podge a Sewing Cabinet.
To make this secretary desk, reclaimed dresser drawer fronts and shelf brackets make it all come together.
More Sewing Machine Cabinet Ideas
Here are some random ideas because they come in all shapes and sizes. These ideas inspire you to think outside the box and decide where you need some extra storage or table space.
Just because it was a desk style doesn’t mean you have to use a chair with it!
This vintage piece has tons of storage behind those doors! It would be great near your front door for all those last-minute things you grab. Perhaps it would be more at home in your master bedroom to hold jewelry and other personal items.
You can make a handy drink station or barbeque table near your grill with only a few modifications.
This old gal had a rough top, so I disguised it with a buffalo plaid transfer. This sewing machine cabinet is now a handy craft table that opens up and allows so much elbow room. Extra storage is a bonus!!!
This little cutie could quickly get a lower shelf added for baskets and more storage.
Add a shelf where the machine used to be, and you can slip a laptop inside.
Combine a pretty cabinet with an old door to make an oh-so-useful hall tree for your home.
Ohhh, maybe the best for last? How about a portable bar?
I hope you are ready to use the sewing machine cabinet ideas to bring more charm to your home! The added storage can be a huge bonus!
gail
Redoing sewing machine cabinets into side tables may be the easiest DIY. I prefer to remove the piece under the lid that I call the sewing machine frame, the actual board that holds the machine. The uses and colors are endless!
Emma,
I too, prefer to remove the sewing machine frame! However on a few-I have left it. Most recently, I added an extra piece and it allows for hidden storage!
Thanks for stopping by.
gail
Love, love, love this post! Have always enjoyed the hall trees you have made. Would love to see a post of them!!
Kaye,
Thanks so much! A collection of hall trees is a GREAT idea. I’m on it!
gail
I repurposed one many years ago and I now use it for a plant stand for a huge air plane plant I have. It’s the only thing on it because of its size. They also make great night stands. They are the perfect height for it. Thanks for giving me more ideas.
Yes, I have two in the guest room as night stands…. I redid them YEARS ago. That gives me an idea, it might be time for them to get an update!! lol
thanks for stopping by Lori!
gail
Great ideas! Love seeing the old machine cabinets repurposed in So many ways.
(I wish I wouldn’t have gotten rid of So many.)
There are so many ideas, I’ve been working on another one this weekend! They are easily found. I bet if you ask your friends on Facebook, someone probably has one they want to get rid of. 🙂
gail
Thank you for posting updated sewing tables. I have one in my basement complete with sewing machine. It’s a beautiful piece I don’t know what to do with it or where to put. My neighbor gave it to me when his wife passed. But have given me some good ideas.
Sarah,
Happy you found me, and I hope you can figure out what you want to do with the sewing table soon.
good luck!
gail
I have 4 or 5 sewing tables at home. All ithmachines in them. I’ve been considering updating some…thanks for the fuel.
That’s awesome!!! I’m glad you found some ideas here.
gail