What is the best sewing table?

The best sewing table for you should suit your requirements of size, weight, material like steel or wood, and additional details like adjustable height. Sewing tables also come with a variety of storage options. There is a range of vintage sewing tables on 1stDibs.

Do you need a special table for a sewing machine?

Sometimes. A specialized table is not necessary for sewing, as long as you have a table that offers you enough space and is level and sturdy to hold your sewing machine. However, a specialized sewing table ensures that you have a surface to work on that is ergonomic for sewing, may offer drawers for specialized storage and can have a leaf in order to expand your sewing space if needed. Browse a collection of sewing tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.

What size should a side table be?

A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.

What are side tables used for?

Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are nesting side tables?

A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are side tables called?

Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.

Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?

There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.

What is a tall side table called?

A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.

What are tiny side tables called?

What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.

Should a side table be lower than a sofa?

No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.

Sewing Side Table

Mid Century Sewing

Danish Sewing Furniture

Sewing Basket

Hans Wegner Drop Leaf Table

Category

20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Sewing Stand with Project Pockets, circa 1930

$600

Antique Inlaid Flame Mahogany with Bone Duncan Phyfe School Sewing Stand

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique flame mahogany Duncan Phyfe School sewing Stand features three drawer case with inlaid bone

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Sheraton Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Antique Inlaid Flame Mahogany with Bone Duncan Phyfe School Sewing Stand

$1,450

Mid-Century Danish Teak Sewing Box with Compartmented Drawer Slide Out Basket

By Severin Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

either side. Great for sewing and knitting. The table is in original condition with visible wear

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Teak

Mid-Century Danish Teak Sewing Box with Compartmented Drawer Slide Out Basket

$1,150

Severin Hansen Side Table by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark

By Severin Hansen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Side / sewing table designed by Severin Hansen. Produced by Haslev møbelsnedkeri in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Rosewood

Severin Hansen Side Table by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in Denmark

$3,566

Antique 1919 Singer Red Eye Cast Iron Treadle Sewing Machine Model 66 Cabinet

By Singer

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 1919 Singer Red Eye treadle sewing machine and cast iron and wood case / cabinet / work

Category

Vintage 1910s Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique 1919 Singer Red Eye Cast Iron Treadle Sewing Machine Model 66 Cabinet

$585

Hans Wegner Side Table Model AT-33 by Andreas Tuck in Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare side / sewing table model AT-33 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Side Table Model AT-33 by Andreas Tuck in Denmark

$3,566

Antique Side Table with a Shelf in Mahogany from Around the 1880

Located in Lejre, DK

Side table / Sewing table with folding table top with shelf below made in mahogany from around the

Category

Antique 1880s Danish Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Side Table with a Shelf in Mahogany from Around the 1880

$826

Oval Biedermeier Side Table with Drawer, Walnut Veneer, South Germany circa 1820

Located in Regensburg, DE

Oval Biedermeier side table or Sewing table with drawer, walnut veneer, South Germany circa 1820

Category

Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Oval Biedermeier Side Table with Drawer, Walnut Veneer, South Germany circa 1820

$3,210

19th Century Birch One Drawer Stand

Located in Nantucket, MA

Diminutive 19th century Birch side and/or sewing table with single drawer with stepped drawer face

Category

Antique Late 19th Century North American Side Tables

Materials

Birch

19th Century Birch One Drawer Stand

$845

Victorian Sewing Box Games Chess Table Side 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Gorgeous and flexible Victorian games and sewing table Circa 1880 and with a trumpet form A

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Game Tables

Materials

Wood

Victorian Sewing Box Games Chess Table Side 1880

$1,067

Hans J. Wegner Teak Side or Sewing Table

By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck

Located in Oakland, CA

Mid-Century solid teak side table designed by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, Model AT-33. Solid teak

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner Teak Side or Sewing Table

$2,200

Antique Sewing Machine Base Side Table

Located in Baltimore, MD

some reclaimed pine of about the same age and married them to create this Industrial-style side table

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Sewing Machine Base Side Table

$650

Italian Louis Philippe Side Table 19th Century Interior Mirror Sewing Table

Located in Milano, MI

quality centre sewing table, finished on all sides, with turned legs and shaped top. The lift-up lid opens

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Tables

Materials

Walnut

Italian Louis Philippe Side Table 19th Century Interior Mirror Sewing Table

$1,188

Sewing or Side Table, Anonymous, Denmark. 1950s

Located in Stockholm, SE

Sewing or side table, anonymous, Denmark, 1950s. Rosewood and leather. Measures: H 54 cm/ 21 1

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Sewing or Side Table, Anonymous, Denmark. 1950s

$6,717

Victorian Sewing Table Antique Burr Walnut 1860 Side Tables

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Gorgeous Victorian sewing table in burr walnut We date this piece to circa 1860 Would make a

Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Sewing Table Antique Burr Walnut 1860 Side Tables

$1,300

19th Century Napoleon III Dark Rosewood Side Table French Center Sewing Table

Located in Milano, MI

. A stunning quality rosewood center sewing or vanity side table, finished on all sides, with elegant

Category

Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Center Tables

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

19th Century Napoleon III Dark Rosewood Side Table French Center Sewing Table

$4,161

Antique Martha Washington Walnut 3 Drawer Spool Sewing Cabinet Side Table Stand

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Martha Washington style wooden sewing cabinet with two flip top end sections, three drawers

Category

Antique 19th Century Federal Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Martha Washington Walnut 3 Drawer Spool Sewing Cabinet Side Table Stand

$465

19th Century Biedermeier Lyra Walnut Sewing or Side Table

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Beautiful Lyra sewing or side table made of walnut solid and veneer. The table dates back to the

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Lyra Walnut Sewing or Side Table

$2,258

Antique Early Victorian Flame Mahogany Work Side Sewing Table

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Antique fine quality early Victorian C1840 flame mahogany work side sewing table box. This is a

Category

Antique 1840s Early Victorian Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Early Victorian Flame Mahogany Work Side Sewing Table

$1,145

Mid-Century Modern Ejvind Johansson Danish Teak Sewing Cabinet Side End Table

By Ejvind A. Johansson

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a gorgeous, sewing cabinet or side table on casters, with a basket drawer

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Ejvind Johansson Danish Teak Sewing Cabinet Side End Table

$1,800

Antique Regency Mahogany Sewing Work Side Table with Shaped Splayed Legs

Located in King s Lynn, GB

Here we have a Regency (1811-1830) mahogany sewing table. Featuring two drawers to the frieze, one

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Regency Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Antique Regency Mahogany Sewing Work Side Table with Shaped Splayed Legs

$1,026

Antique French BARLEY TWIST Jewelry Chest Side End Table Sewing Box Oak 19thC

Located in Tyler, TX

BEAUTIFUL Late 19th Century Antique French Oak BARLEY TWIST Jewelry Table/Serving Chest/Box or End

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival End Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique French BARLEY TWIST Jewelry Chest Side End Table Sewing Box Oak 19thC

$2,475

Mahogany Side / Sewing Table in Napoleon III Style From the 19th Century

Located in Opole, PL

Mahogany Side / Sewing Table in Napoleon III Style From the 19th Century A small side / sewing

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Side / Sewing Table in Napoleon III Style From the 19th Century

$2,128

Antique Victorian C1880 Inlaid Burr Walnut Amboyna Work Side Sewing Table Box

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Antique fine quality Victorian C1880 inlaid burr walnut and amboyna work side sewing table box

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian C1880 Inlaid Burr Walnut Amboyna Work Side Sewing Table Box

$1,636

Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William IV, C.1835

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique drop leaf ladies work table. An English, rosewood sewing or side table with

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Drop Leaf Ladies Work Table, English, Sewing, Side, William IV, C.1835

$2,457

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Spool Sewing Cabinet Chest Side Table Stand

Located in San Diego, CA

"An eye catching turn of the 20th century Martha Washington sewing table. Made from mahogany with

Category

20th Century American American Colonial Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Spool Sewing Cabinet Chest Side Table Stand

$575

Antique Martha Washington Wood Sewing Cabinet Flip Top Side Table Stand

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Martha Washington style wooden sewing cabinet with two flip top end sections, three drawers

Category

Early 20th Century American Colonial Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Martha Washington Wood Sewing Cabinet Flip Top Side Table Stand

$350

Round Biedermeier Table, Cherry Wood, South Germany circa 1820

Located in Regensburg, DE

Large Biedermeier side, sewing- or coffee table from South Germany around 1820. Cherry veneered on

Category

Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Round Biedermeier Table, Cherry Wood, South Germany circa 1820

$3,923

Space Age 1970s Stool with Storage Box in Vibrant Orange by Flair

By Flair

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

stool—it’s a statement of joyful 70s design. Perfect as a sewing companion, quirky side table, or a

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Space Age Stools

Materials

Plastic

Space Age 1970s Stool with Storage Box in Vibrant Orange by Flair

$523

Space Age 1970s Stool with Storage Box in Vibrant Orange by Flair

By Flair

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

stool—it’s a statement of joyful 70s design. Perfect as a sewing companion, quirky side table, or a

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Space Age Stools

Materials

Plastic

Space Age 1970s Stool with Storage Box in Vibrant Orange by Flair

$499

1950s Teak and Pine Sewing Side Table

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

Beautiful sewing, side table. This side table with storage is made from teak and pine and is in

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak, Pine

1950s Teak and Pine Sewing Side Table

$795

Danish Modern Teak Sewing Side Table with Wicker Basket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Danish Modern teak sewing side table with wicker basket.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wicker, Teak

Danish Modern Teak Sewing Side Table with Wicker Basket

$1,450

Antique Biedermeier Round Sewing Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Round two tier antique sewing table. Top opens to reveal compartments, small drawer and pin cushion.

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Biedermeier Round Sewing Side Table

$1,850

Walnut Wood Austrian Sewing Side Table, 1850

By Biedermeier

Located in Roma, Lazio

"patina". The side table is an octagonal sewing table; his hat can be raised with a small key, inside

Category

Antique 1850s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Wood Austrian Sewing Side Table, 1850

$3,566

1960s, Teak Sewing, Side Table from Sweden

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

Very nice sewing table made in Sweden. This table is made of teak and has one normal drawer and

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

1960s, Teak Sewing, Side Table from Sweden

$795

Teak Sewing Side Table by Severin Hansen for Haslev

By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautiful teak Sewing table with drawer and basket. basket is in excellent condition and the top

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Cane, Teak

Teak Sewing Side Table by Severin Hansen for Haslev

$1,750

Round Biedermeier Sewing / Side Table, Walnut Veneer, South Germany circa 1820

Located in Regensburg, DE

Fine round three-legged early Biedermeier Sewing or Side Table from South Germany around 1820

Category

Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Round Biedermeier Sewing / Side Table, Walnut Veneer, South Germany circa 1820

$4,161

19th Century Biedermeier Fruitwood Side/Sewing Table with Two Drawers

By Biedermeier

Located in Chicago, IL

Early 19th century Biedermeier carved fruitwood sewing/side table with two drawers in frieze and

Category

Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century Biedermeier Fruitwood Side/Sewing Table with Two Drawers

$1,760

French Cherrywood Work or Side Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

A French Provincial style cherrywood work or sewing side table, late 18th-early 19th century

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Wood

French Cherrywood Work or Side Table

$2,200

1960s Rosewood ‘Syklus’ Sewing Table by Rastad Relling

By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and very clever design, this award winning sewing / side table was produced in Norway

Category

Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

1960s Rosewood ‘Syklus’ Sewing Table by Rastad Relling

$2,457

Antique English Flip Top Sewing Work Side Table

Located in Lambertville, NJ

English inlaid mahogany sewing work table with compartments fitted under the lift up top. The faux

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Flip Top Sewing Work Side Table

$1,250

Biedermeier Side- or Sewing Table, South German, 1815

Located in Belmont, MA

Biedermeier side- or sewing table, South German 1815, walnut veneer. This classic unique

Category

Antique 1810s German Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Biedermeier Side- or Sewing Table, South German, 1815

$4,900

Art Deco Amsterdamse School Sewing Table or Side Table, 1920s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Art Deco Amsterdamse School sewing table or side table. Striking Dutch design

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Macassar, Oak

Art Deco Amsterdamse School Sewing Table or Side Table, 1920s

$1,010

Neoclassic Sewing Table

Located in New York, NY

A slim, delicate side table, originally designed to hold sewing accoutrements, the locking lid

Category

Antique 1890s Swedish Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Neoclassic Sewing Table

$1,850

Antique Italian Carved Wood Bobbin Barley Twist Legs Sewing Table Side Table

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful antique Italian sewing table ideal as side or end table, characterized by typical beveled

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XIII Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Italian Carved Wood Bobbin Barley Twist Legs Sewing Table Side Table

$1,783

Oak Wood Side Table/ Sewing Table Art Nouveau, Austria, circa 1910

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Timeless oakwood side table or sewing table from the Art Nouveau era circa 1910 in Austria. Made

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Oak Wood Side Table/ Sewing Table Art Nouveau, Austria, circa 1910

$2,500

Side / Sewing Table Attributed to Elias Svedberg Produced in Sweden

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Side / sewing table attributed to Elias Svedberg. Produced in Sweden.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Beech, Lacquer

Side / Sewing Table Attributed to Elias Svedberg Produced in Sweden

$2,377

Mid Century Side Table with storage, Sewing Box, Germany 1960s

Located in Miami, FL

Mid Century Modern side table with storage/sewing box. Most likely German from the 1960s. Great

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Side Table with storage, Sewing Box, Germany 1960s

$1,200

Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlay Mahogany Sewing Stand Side Table Nightstand

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlay Mahogany Sewing Stand Side Table Nightstand. Item features lift top

Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Dutch Marquetry Inlay Mahogany Sewing Stand Side Table Nightstand

$2,950

Antique Sewing Table, English, Victorian, Flame Mahogany, Side, circa 1840

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique sewing table, an English, early Victorian, flame mahogany side table dating to

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Sewing Table, English, Victorian, Flame Mahogany, Side, circa 1840

$2,939

Danish teak sewing table

Located in østbirk, 8752

Sewing table with wheels and 2 drawers, one of which is divided into compartments. A nice and

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish teak sewing table

$416

Modern Wooden Sewing Box, Side Table with Storage, Germany, 1960s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful sewing box in stunning wood grain opens up on the top with two brass knobs, subdivided

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Modern Wooden Sewing Box, Side Table with Storage, Germany, 1960s

$608

English Bamboo Sewing Table

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful quality 19th century English bamboo sewing table. Victorian design – the top opens to

Category

Antique 19th Century English Side Tables

English Bamboo Sewing Table

$3,465

19th Century Victorian Walnut Circular Sewing Table or Side Lamp End Table

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this Victorian walnut trumpet circular sewing table. It is ideal

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Victorian Walnut Circular Sewing Table or Side Lamp End Table

$1,026

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Spool Sewing Cabinet Chest Side Table Stand

Located in Dayton, OH

"An eye catching turn of the 20th century Martha Washington sewing table. Made from mahogany with

Category

Early 20th Century Federal Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Martha Washington Mahogany Spool Sewing Cabinet Chest Side Table Stand

$700

Early Victorian mahogany sewing table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early Victorian mahogany sewing table circa 1840. Good quality metamorphic sewing table which is

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Early Victorian mahogany sewing table

$2,046

Danish Teak Sewing Table, 1950s

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish teak sewing table, 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern sewing box in teak. Tabletop slides away

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Sewing Table, 1950s

$624

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Sewing Side Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal sewing side table for your home. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and mahogany, every sewing side table was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a sewing side table — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A sewing side table, designed in the Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made sewing side table over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck and Haslev Mobelsnedkeri are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Sewing Side Table?

Prices for a sewing side table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $525 and can go as high as $34,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,982.

Finding the Right Side-tables for You

While the range of styles and variety of materials have broadened over time, the priceless functionality of side tables has held true.

Antique and vintage side tables are an integral accent to our seating and provide additional, necessary storage in our homes. They can be a great foundation for that perfect focal piece of art that you want all your guests to see as you congregate for cocktails in the living room. Side tables are indeed ideal as a stage for your decorative objects or plants in your library or your study, and they are a practical space for the novel or stack of design magazines you keep close to your sofa.

Sure, owning a pair of side tables isn’t as imperative as having a coffee table in the common area, though most of us would struggle without them. Those made of metal, stone or wood are frequently featured in stylish interiors, and if you’re shopping for side tables, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.

With respect to the height of your side tables, a table that is as high as your lounge chair or the arm of your couch is best.

Some folks are understandably fussy about coherence in a living room area, but coherence doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t mix and match. Feel free to introduce minimalist mid-century modern wooden side tables designed by Paul McCobb alongside your contemporary metal coffee table. If you think it isn’t possible to pair a Hollywood Regency–style side table with a contemporary sofa, we’re here to tell you that it is. Even a leggy side table can balance a chunky sofa well. Try to keep a limited color palette in mind if you’re planning on mixing furniture styles and materials, and don’t be afraid to add a piece of abstract art to shake things up.

As far as the objects you’re planning to place on your side tables, if you have heavy items such as stone or sculptures to display, a fragile glass-top table would not be an ideal choice. Think about what material would best support your collectibles and go with that. If it’s a particularly small side table, along with a tall, sleek floor lamp, it can make for a great way to fill a corner of the room you wouldn’t otherwise easily be able to populate.

Whether you are looking for an antique 19th-century carved oak side table or a vintage rattan side table (because rattan never went away!), the collection on 1stDibs has you covered — find Art Deco side tables, bamboo side tables, travertine side tables and more today.

Questions About Sewing Side Table

What is the best sewing table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
The best sewing table for you should suit your requirements of size, weight, material like steel or wood, and additional details like adjustable height. Sewing tables also come with a variety of storage options. There is a range of vintage sewing tables on 1stDibs.
Do you need a special table for a sewing machine?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Sometimes. A specialized table is not necessary for sewing, as long as you have a table that offers you enough space and is level and sturdy to hold your sewing machine. However, a specialized sewing table ensures that you have a surface to work on that is ergonomic for sewing, may offer drawers for specialized storage and can have a leaf in order to expand your sewing space if needed. Browse a collection of sewing tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are side tables called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tall side table called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
What are tiny side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.

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