Choosing a Quality Quilting Cutting Table
With literally hundreds and hundreds of quilting cutting tables out there, it is a good idea for you the consumer to have a good idea what you want before you decide what quilting cutting table to purchase. This article will take a look at some basic features common to all quilting cutting tables so that you can decided exactly what will fit you.
Features of a Quilting Cutting Table
The first feature common to all cutting tables is size. If you plan on doing a lot of king size quilts you are going to need to get a larger table then someone who is not. On the other hand, you may not want a huge table that dominates an entire room so finding a balance is key. The table should be big enough so that you can make your longest cuts, but again not so big that you can not cut on it. One interesting option found on my quilting cutting table is that it has the ability to fold down.
Unfolded the cutting surface is a little over five feet; folder down the table takes up less than three. This is very important to me because I wanted a table that had the cutting surface I required, but also was something I could store away when not in use. The next thing to consider and look at when shopping for your quilting cutting table is how stable the table is. You want to get something that is extremely sturdy so you can make the cuts you need to on it without fear that you might slip or the table might collapse. Another option to look at is how much storage space your quilting cutting table will have.
With mine I can store all my quilting supplies in the table so when I pull it out I do not have to go hunting for this or that. I would highly recommend that you get a table that can hold most if not all of your supplies. Also, if all the supplies are in the table you will more than likely use it for its one intended purpose as opposed to having it used for other things.
This can be cumbersome and get in the way of your actual work so you want to make sure that your table is best at performing its one function. Once you have decided what features you want, now you can begin shopping for your quilting cutting table. There are many places to get good quality furniture from, either online or in store, so look around. In addition you may find a table that suits your needs that is not specifically a quilting cutting table. Do not be afraid to try something different.
