Monarch Specialties Right & Left Corner Craft Table With Storage

When buying a new craft table, think about what it will be used for. Do you want it only for crafting projects, or will it be used for a workstation as well? Once you figure out that part, think about its height. You’ll want the desktop to be at a comfortable vantage so you won’t have to bend over while working. Some tables are adjustable, so this is a good feature to look for.

To get an idea of how much surface space you’ll need, lay out all of your crafting tools on the floor or your bed and place them as you usually would when crafting. Then, measure the length and width of the space they take up.

This will give you a good idea of how large the tabletop should be. Make sure that all three dimensions (height, length and width) will fit into your allotted space; you’ll want to have enough room to move around.

Also think about what kind of material you want the table to be made from. If it will be doing double-duty or be in a main room of your home, you might want to invest more money in something solid. Otherwise, well-made particle board should be durable enough for most projects. Avoid tables with textured patterns on their surfaces, though, since these can be hard to work on.

Think about ease of clean-up when buying a crafting table, also. Choose a material that can be wiped down for a quick clean after you’re done with a project. This is especially important if you work with paint or glitter, or if you have children who will be sharing the table with you.

• Craft tables can have open shelving or closed drawers. The former makes it easier to reach and grab things, while the latter can look neater.
• You can place baskets on the open shelves to keep your things more organized.
• If you participate in craft shows, look for smaller, portable tables that you can take with you. These may be too small, depending on how many items you need to display at your show.
• Crafters who spend a lot of time at their tables should also invest in comfortable, ergonomically-designed chairs to avoid back and leg pain.
• In a pinch, you can add some wooden shims to the bottom to raise your table higher.