You may already be familiar with the Sauder brand of products that are usually found at Walmart. I
have not personally tested this cabinet, but it has good reviews on Amazon and sells in the $150 range.
Like all Sauder products, it will need to be assembled.
I chose this cabinet because it has decent storage and comes in both a White and Cherry finish. Keep in mind that this cabinet does not have an opening that creates a flush sewing surface; instead, your machine will sit on top of the cabinet.
However, for the price I felt like it would be a good option and my previous experiences with other Sauder products has been very positive.
I’ve recently discovered the Sew Station and you’re going to want to know more about this amazing sewing cabinet.
Electric Lifter – To me, this is one of the best features of this product. The motorized electric lifter allows you to set up and close up super fast. Usually, electric lifters are only found on cabinets that are more than double in price of this one – so having this is a huge feature.
Built-in Storage – There are several storage solutions that allow you to keep thread, pins, notions, etc. right at your fingertips. And it’s available in clear acrylic so you can always see what’s on hand.
Sew Steady Insert – This is a custom cut acrylic Sew Steady insert that perfectly matches your machine. It allows you to sew on a level surface.
Sturdy Wheels – The cabinet is heavy duty and has wheels that are sturdy enough to allow you to easily move your Sew Station to a new location. This is especially helpful if you sew in a dual-purpose space.
One thing to note – the Sew Station is not found in stores. You must directly order from the company. This allows them to provide a high quality product at a very reasonable price.
The Sewnatra Sewing Cabinet by Arrow is an ideal compact sewing cabinet. I know, because I owned one for many years.
The price of this cabinet can vary between $550-$600, so I suggest you watch closely for sales or discounts.
This cabinet comes in three finishes: Oak, White, or Black. It has some storage in the door which is handy for holding scissors, thread, and feet.
One of my favorite features is the airlift for raising and lowering the machine. It comes with a universal insert that creates a flush sewing surface for most machines.
The Norma Jean by Arrow sells in the $850-$900 range with the optional Quilt Leaf that can be purchased separately.
It’s very similar to the Arrow Sewnatra, but includes four drawers and an accessory tray for storage.
It comes in four finishes: Oak, Cherry, White, or Black. The airlift mechanism simplifies raising and lowering the machine which allows for easy storage.
This cabinet allows for a very nice sewing experience. I consider it an upgrade for someone who loves to sew and needs more space, but still wants the option to hide away the machine.
If you have a dedicated sewing space you may want to look at the Olivia Sewing Cabinet by Arrow.
It’s about as cute as they come and is available in Blue, Green, and White. It sells in the $600-$700 range.
This machine also has an optional Quilt Leaf that can be attached to the back. It has plenty of work space on either side of the machine and the storage cubbies are great for holding storage baskets or a serger.
The Kangaroo Aussie Cabinet is ideal for someone who has a large sewing space and room to spread out.
The thing about this cabinet that impresses me most is how much surface space it has when fully extended AND how compact it can become when fully closed.
There’s room for a serger and lots of clever storage. It sells in the $1,150-$1,250 range.
It includes many of the same features that you will find on other Arrow or Kangaroo cabinets such as an airlift for raising and lowering the machine and the optional custom machine-specific insert.
The Kangaroo Wallaby II Sewing Cabinet cabinet sells in the $900-$1,000 range.
This is another great upgrade option for someone who is serious about their sewing. While it doesn’t have a lot of drawers like the Norma Jean, it has several bins and a nice space for storing a serger.
This cabinet also comes with a quilt leaf attached to the back which expands your work area when needed and a three-position airlift for your sewing machine. You can also purchase the optional acrylic machine-specific insert for a flush sewing surface.
Overall, I find this to be an excellent upgrade for someone who does a lot of sewing and needs a versatile cabinet.