It's Sew Pretty!

by Nicole Frances

5 Materials

$70

2 Days

Easy

This sewing machine may be old but the table doesn't have to look it.

My auction win!

I had bid on this sewing machine in an auction. I really didn't expect to win it. I knew that if I had won, I would have to do something with the table.

I made sure to cover the sewing machine with a plastic bag and put the machine under in it's spot in the cabinet. I made sure to tape all of the holes in the bag to make sure none of the dust got into the machine.
I took the brass hinges off and sanded down the complete table. Once all sanded, I wiped the whole table down with a damp lint free rag to make sure I wasn't painting on dust.

It's ready for sewing.

3. I painted the table in white. I used a semi gloss paint and it took 3 coats to completely cover nicely. Make sure to dry after each coat. If not, the paint can gum up and bubble.

4. After all coats were dry, I reattached the brass hinges. (I actually cleaned the hinges with Brasso brass cleaner. It cleaned them up quite nicely.)

5. A new glass knob was added to the table to bring it up to date.

Vintage beauty

Great night table

Small felt pads were used on the ends of the table leaf so when folded into a table, they do not scratch the base table underneath.

We are currently using this piece as a side table in our guest room. When needed we simply open the sides and lift up the sewing machine. Dual purpose furniture!