Sewing Lifts

Sewing lifts can be confusing, especially for new sewers - let's change that!

What is a Sewing Lift?

A sewing lift is the mechanism responsible for moving your sewing machine up and down – so you can choose to sew in free arm or flat bed position.

What Types of Lifts are there?

  • Manual Lifts
  • Hydraulic Lifts
  • Electric Lifts

What Lift is Best for me?

That depends! The size and weight of your sewing machine will guide you in the right direction. From there, your individual sewing lifestyle will decide! 

Lift Types

Manual Sewing Lifts

2 Positions for your Sewing Machine

Manual lifts accommodate 2 different sewing positions, and are featured primarily on sewing tables. They’re designed for smaller sewing machines, and built for portability, convenience and function!

  • 2 positions: free arm or flat bed sewing
  • Accommodates a custom acrylic insert for completely flush surface
  • Designed for sewing machines up to 35 – 45lbs
  • Featured primarily on sewing tables (rather than sewing cabinets)

Hydraulic Sewing Lifts

3 Positions for your Sewing Machine

3 position hydraulic lifts are the most commons sewing lift in sewing cabinets. They accommodate free arm and flat bed position, and provide sewers the ability to permanently store their sewing machines.

  • 3 positions: free arm, flat bed or storage
  • Accommodates a custom acrylic insert for a completely flush surface
  • Designed for sewing machines up to 55lbs
  • Permanent sewing machine storage

Electric Sewing Lifts

3 Positions for your Sewing Machine

Electric lifts mean one thing: ultimate convenience. Premium sewing machines can weigh over 40lbs, electric lifts allow you to control the height of your machine with the touch of a button.

  • Adjust sewing machine to preferred, customizable height
  • Control electric sewing lift with the touch of a button
  • Accommodates a custom acrylic insert for a completely flush surface
  • Designed for large, premium sewing machines – up to 65lbs
  • Permanent sewing machine storage

Still have questions?

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Worried if your sewing machine will fit?

You’re in the right place! Our Lift Opening page will help you pick the perfect sewing cabinet for your sewing machine size!