Like a good workbench, this sewing center is sturdy, versatile and is specially designed to accommodate serious hobbyists who require a comfortable spot to work enjoyably for hours on end.

This sewing center is also a handsome piece of furniture in its own right, and it's surprisingly compact when closed. So, regardless of your home's size or decor, this project is a must have for anyone contemplating work with a needle and thread.

The cabinet has been modeled in the Shaker tradition. It offers a ton of storage, a half-dozen drawers, ample work space, and a mechanical lift that can be set in two working positions, or which can be lowered for easy out-of-sight storage.

The plan for this project is extra-large in size and it comes with some of the best instructions we've come across. The time, effort and expense they'll save you are all certainly worth the pattern's premium price.

Finished, the sewing cabinet is 44-inches in length, 26-inches tall and 18-inches deep.