The WOOD Magazine Two-piece Sewing & Quilting Center plan (GR-01243) is for a paired workspace: an expandable sewing station and a companion cutting table. The tables use a similar construction approach but have different sizes and storage: drawers in the sewing-station pedestals and shelves in the cutting-table pedestals.
What the two-piece plan includes
The project combines two separate work surfaces intended for sewing and cutting. WOOD Magazine describes it as an expandable sewing station with a companion cutting table, rather than a single table with a secondary leaf. The project description calls the arrangement “This expandable sewing station and companion cutting table equals quilters heaven.” (WOOD Magazine, updated January 5, 2024.)
Sewing station
The sewing-station pedestals include drawers, providing enclosed storage as part of the work area.
Companion cutting table
The cutting table has its own differently sized pedestal-and-top arrangement, with shelves rather than drawers in the pedestals.
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Construction approach and planning checks
The project description identifies edge-banded plywood panels, biscuits, and pocket screws as construction elements. It does not provide the complete materials list or tool list in the available listing text.
- Check the footprint: Confirm the full dimensions of both tables in the complete plan before committing floor space. The listing describes two differently sized pieces but does not state their dimensions in the surfaced text.
- Confirm materials and tools: Consult the complete plan for the bill of materials, hardware, and required tools; the short description is not a substitute for those details.
- Ask about pocket-hole setup: Since pocket screws are mentioned, a pocket-hole jig is a reasonable optional tool to investigate. The project description does not state that a jig is required or specify a system.
Plan listing and price
The WOOD Store lists the project as “Two-piece Quilting Center Plan from WOOD Magazine,” product code GR-01243. The listing displayed a price of $14.95 when checked in 2026; price and availability can change. Confirm the current listing and its delivery format before purchasing: WOOD Store plan listing.
Rank #2
- 2-position manual lift allows you to go between free arm and flat bed positions
- Compatible with custom acrylic sewing inserts to create a totally flush sewing surface
- Large lift opening accommodates most standard sewing machines on the market, up to 45lb
- Rear quilt leaf and side leaf expand work surface to keep large projects from pulling or laying on floor
- Large top drawer includes removable cover to create additional workspace
The project is also surfaced in the store’s Quilt Displays woodworking plans and Gifts for Quilters categories. Those category pages do not replace the plan listing for confirming the specific product details.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- 3-position hydraulic lift allows you to go between free arm, flat bed and storage positions
- Compatible with custom acrylic sewing inserts to create a totally flush sewing surface
- Large lift opening accommodates most standard sewing machines on the market, up to 55lb
- Thread spool storage on door for immediate access – 10 per door/20 total
- Door cubbies to store notions, thread and accessories
Rank #4
- Includes quilt leaf extension. Dimensions: 25-¾"w x 16-½"d x 24t".
- Closed Dimensions: 55"w x 21"d x 29-1/2"t.
- Open Dimensions: 55"w x 40-1/2 "d x 29-1/2"t (quilt leaf out).
- Sewing Machines no larger then: 22 1/8" w x 11 1/8" d x 13-7/8" tall.
Rank #3
- Color: Gray. Lift Type: Hydraulic. Lift Opening: A7 (23 3/4" W x 12 1/2" D x 14"H).
- Cabinet Open (Quilt Leaf Opened): 71 1/2"W x 40 1/2"D x 29 1/2"H, Closed: 57 3/8"W x 21"D x 29 1/2"H. Quilt Leaf: 56.25"W x 20 1/8"D x 3/4"H. Right Side Leaf: 15"W x 20 1/8"D x 3/4"H
- Cabinet Drawer: 24"W x 15"D x 3 1/4"H. Cover for Drawer: 27"W x 13.63"D x 3/4"H
- Joey (Storage Cabinet) Dimensions: 25 3/4"W x 16 1/2"D x 24"H. Small Drawer (x2): 22"W x 13 1/8"D x 2 3/8"H. Large Drawer: 22"W x 13 1/8"D x 7 3/8"H
- Sewing Machine Weight Limit: 55lbs. Lifetime warranty, worry-free performance
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