Hand-sewing may be a skill that's largely forgotten these days, but the Shakers did it on a daily basis; the use of electric sewing machines was against their religious principles. Consequently, furniture intended to make sewing easier came in many forms, including this sewing stand. It provides a good chance to spend some time at the lathe. 

 

NOTE: This is a PRINTED version of the Shaker Sewing Stand Plan.  For a downloadable version, CLICK HERE.