Or, another example, fixing a household appliance or touching up a broken, chipped doodad that your cat tripped/chewed/clawed/mangled. Maybe you have other hobbies that could use your attention and you want to keep this activity contained. A hobby workstation gives you that versatility. Your hobby workstation is your “place” to work on small things that may get lost on any other desk. Paint compatibility

It comes with a USB adapter that can be connected to a standard USB power outlet with a minimum recommended power of 2.0A and 3.0A to reach the best performance. The Paint Case 2.0 is the successor of our original portable painting station. It brings you an elegant and compact way to arrange your painting workspace! Then again, I may just slowly piece together a setup from HobbyZone as well. I have a small area now, so I don’t need much, but the beauty of a modular setup is it’s easy to grow. The ideal hobby workstation for miniature painting and modeling for you depends on your available space, your workflow, hobby needs, e.g., paints and tools, and available budget. You may even care about aesthetic and appearance. A great hobby paint station may be highly functional, but ugly and appear too DIY or cheap-looking.The USB light comes with a 1m (3,2 feet) cable. It can be extended with an additional 1m extension cable. CANVAS BAG WITH A LEATHER STRAP: Assembled unit measures 16″ wide, 11″ deep and 3 1/2″ tall. This is perfect size for putting away on a bookshelf, under your bed or in a cupboard when you are not using it. Perfect for people that want to work at their desk, on the dining room table, the coffee table while watching TV, or if you just want to keep your workbench clutter free while switching between painting jobs. Also great for people that have small children and want to put their paints away to keep their little hands from getting into them.

Do you travel with your hobby or need to store your paint station, frequently? Need mobility? Consider a portable hobby paint station. These workstations are often lighter weight, fold, and have convenient carry handles or straps. Of course, these travel or storage-ready paint workstations are smaller and have much less capacity to hold your stuff, but they work well as intended. Versatility There is a huge capacity for storing brushes, paints, and other accessories. Everything you need is close at hand. When the paint station is closed and latched shut, the entire station is easy to move around. Be forewarned that to prevent objects from shifting about, it is recommended to keep the case upright and vertical during travel. Things like folding paint organizer cases or boxes, or drawers with magnetic clasps help make a hobby workstation more convenient for the traveler, or simply someone who wants to move their workspace around the home, e.g., kitchen to bedroom. For a great hobby carry case that you will help you stay organized even when you travel, you’ll love using cosmetic organizer boxes and cases, such as this cosmetic travel organizer or a professional makeup train case. These are affordable, handsome (stylish), and perfect for traveling with your hobby supplies and paints. Cosmetic cases are sturdy, built for storage and travel, and have easy access to your hobby stuff.Will your portable hobby station handle the higher temperatures of being left in a car on a sunny day? Do you live in a humid environment where a paint station made of wood can warp? Metal travel organizers are the best kind of portable hobby units for travelers who use a variety of transportation modes, e.g., cars, planes. Price Oh, I’ve also got some storage and organization ideas for paint brushes. If you’re like me then you have too many of them, so keeping them neat really helps you find the brush you’re after.

All base tray components for this painting station have carrying handles and space for twelve brushes or model accessories such as files, scissors and tweezers. Additionally, there is space for a water cup up to 3.15″(or 80mm) diameter and a small drawer for storing other hobby tools, e.g., knifes, clippers. Being made from natural Crazy Horse leather and durable canvas fabric, this kit will ensure that your Paint Case will not only look stylish but will also be properly protected while you carry it.Painting Station holds 20 of the Vallejo and Army Painter style dropper bottles, one small brush rinse water cup and 28 brushes, files, etc.

Some portable hobby paint stations have built-in lights, like this one or this paint workstation case. But, I find these lighting systems to be subpar, either too dim or narrow for most miniature hobby and painting work. I suggest getting a dedicated, high quality lamp for your workspace. There are great portable lights made for miniature painting and modeling arts, too. Portability This doesn’t apply to everyone, but for those who make money from their hobbies, “time is money”. If you save time doing things that aren’t impacting your work, then you’re losing financially. Efficiency leads to increased profits, and without sacrificing quality. Maybe a hobby workstation is best investment you make in your miniature painting and modeling hobby or business? Staying organized. A modeling or painting workstation can help make your miniature hobby more enjoyable (and productive). The HobbyTrayz Modeling Base Station will fit any workspace. The hobby station is 12×9″ (or about 30 x 23cm) in size, which is plenty for working on most miniatures. This is particularly useful for assembling model kits. It comes with space to organize paints, glues, and compartments to hold your tools, e.g., brushes, tweezers, and other helpful doodads. There is also a self-healing cutting mat built into the tray.Are you looking for a dedicated hobby space you call “home”, but need to keep it compact or storage- and travel-ready? Continue reading to see what else you should consider for your ideal workstation and a review of the top 13 mobile workstations for miniature painting and modeling hobbies. Do you have a lot of hobby miniature paints? Keep them organized and all in the same place with a portable hobby workstation or dedicated painting station. Image credit: Tangible Day Continue reading for the review and tips for the best 13 hobby paint stations for miniature painting and models.