Setting up a dedicated sewing station is a big step, and choosing all the furniture can feel a little intimidating. One of the biggest decisions is the chair. Think about it: you’ll be sitting in it for hours at a time, especially if you are a quilter.
You need a great chair to support your back, hips and legs, and a chair can make all the difference in how comfortable you are when you sew. This article will help you find the best chair for you and answer the question, “What is the best sewing chair?”
What Chairs Are Good For Sewing?
If you search online for “sewing chairs,” you’ll find a few results labeled specifically for sewing, but most are office or desk chairs. The right type depends heavily on your table.
If you have a regular-height desk or table, I recommend an office chair. These chairs are made to fit under a desk, and they make an excellent ergonomic sewing chair because most office jobs call for long hours of sitting, just like sewing.
Standing desks have become popular, and if you are considering one for your sewing space, keep in mind that you will still need to sit for some tasks. In that case, I recommend a barstool or drafting chair, because office chairs aren’t tall enough for a standing desk. I have a standing craft table myself, and I use a barstool when I need to sew sitting down.