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    Home » Repurposed Furniture » Repurpose Sewing Machine Cabinet Ideas

    Repurpose Sewing Machine Cabinet Ideas

    Published by Gail | Published January 26, 2021 | Updated December 27, 2022
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    A collection of sewing machine cabinet ideas for everyone. Projects for beginners or intermediate woodworkers. Something for you to DIY. So many great ideas. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #furniture #sewingcabinet #diy #project #table #desk #homeworkstation via @repurposedlife

    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 by MyRepurposedLife

    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!

     
    White Sewing Cabinet Makeover

    Antique Side Table

    An antique or family heirloom becomes usable again with a little fresh paint or update!

    mid century modern sewing cabinet makeover

    Mid Century Modern Blue Side Table

    Using a two tone color palette really brings out the beauty of the real wood. Many times the tops are damaged, and paint is the only way to go.

    red sewing cabinet makeover

    Red Makeover

    Isn't this a fun style? I love the shape of this sewing machine cabinet.

    green sewing cabinet ideas

    Green Side Table

    For a really easy project, leave the piece as is, and just add paint!

    chippy white stenciled table

    Chippy White Sewing Table Makeover

    For a more detailed project, paint, distress, and add a stencil.

    If you would like to save any of these projects to pinterest, simply click on the image. Otherwise, all images are "not pinnable". To save the entire collection, click on the collage image.

    Writing Desks

    Depending on the leg room area of your sewing machine cabinet, you may want to add a chair to make a writing desk.

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    Red Writing Table

    As I said, above, just 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.

    sewing table upcycle desk

    A Sewing Table With Drawers

    Even better if your original piece still has the stool that matches. In addition, when there are drawers in place you have even more options for your new purpose.

    navy blue writing desk sewing cabinet ideas

    Navy Blue Writing Desk

    Marrying two items, totally changes the look of the original cabinet. What was added to this piece? Can you tell?

    red and black writing desk

    Red & Black Side Table

    Finding a coordinating chair, easily 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.

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    Secretary Desk

    To make this secretary desk, reclaimed dresser drawer fronts and shelf brackets make it all come together.

    More Sewing Machine Cabinet Ideas

    Because they come in all shapes and sizes, here are some random ideas. These ideas are to inspire you to think outside the box and decide where you need some extra storage or table space.

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    Vintage Sewing Desk 

    Just because it was a desk style, doesn't mean you have to use a chair with it!

    vintage sewing cabinet with storage

    Vintage Storage Cabinet

    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.

    Drink Station from Sewing Cabinet

    Drink Station

    With only a few modifications you can make a handy drink station or barbeque table near your grill.

    This old gal had a really 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!!!

    Pretty in Pink Vanity

    This little cutie could easily get a lower shelf added for baskets and more storage.

    stenciled sewing cabinet laptop station

    Stenciled Sewing Table

    Add a shelf where the machine use to be, and you can slip a laptop inside.

    combining a sewing machine cabinet with a door to make a hall tree

    DIY Hall Tree

    Combine a pretty cabinet with an old door to make an oh so useful hall tree for your home.

    sewing machine cabinet into a portable bar

    Portable Bar

    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

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    1. Emma

      March 09, 2021 at 8:56 am

      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!

      Reply
      • Gail Wilson

        March 09, 2021 at 9:13 pm

        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

    2. Kaye Miller

      February 03, 2021 at 11:08 pm

      Love, love, love this post! Have always enjoyed the hall trees you have made. Would love to see a post of them!!

      Reply
      • Gail Wilson

        February 05, 2021 at 6:27 pm

        Kaye,

        Thanks so much! A collection of hall trees is a GREAT idea. I'm on it!

        gail

    3. Lori

      February 02, 2021 at 7:36 am

      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.

      Reply
      • Gail Wilson

        February 02, 2021 at 11:49 am

        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

    4. deb

      January 30, 2021 at 6:21 am

      Great ideas! Love seeing the old machine cabinets repurposed in So many ways.
      (I wish I wouldn't have gotten rid of So many.)

      Reply
      • Gail Wilson

        January 30, 2021 at 8:10 pm

        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

    5. Sarah Jackson

      January 26, 2021 at 12:02 pm

      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.

      Reply
      • Gail Wilson

        January 31, 2021 at 4:48 pm

        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

    6. Jerilea

      January 26, 2021 at 11:18 am

      I have 4 or 5 sewing tables at home. All ithmachines in them. I've been considering updating some...thanks for the fuel.

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      • Gail Wilson

        January 26, 2021 at 11:30 am

        That's awesome!!! I'm glad you found some ideas here.

        gail

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