Over 2 years ago I constructed a sewing table for Melissa. The table is designed so her machine sits on an adjustable platform suspended under the desk and can be adjusted so the table surface is perfectly in line with the machine’s sewing surface.

I got busy working on other projects and brought it in for her to use without any finish on it.  Over time I added a ribbon holder, storage unit, thread shelf and bookshelf to the mix all of which ended up completely done with finish applied and ready to go.  After completing my own computer desk and with Melissa taking a little break from sewing due to the new baby I decided to “finish” her table.

The base of the table is made of poplar and is finished with General Finishes Klein Blue Milk Paint and top-coated with water-based polyurethane.  The top is made of cherry and is finished with General Finishes Arm-R-Seal.  Most of the other pieces are also cherry with the same Arm-R-Seal finish except the shelving unit which is plywood with a poplar face frame.