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Workbenches allow Sims to craft items which they may be able to sell or use.
The Sims[]
The Sims: Livin' Large[]
KraftMatic Woodworking Table[]
| KraftMatic Woodworking Table | |
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| Game | The Sims: Livin' Large |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §720 |
| Object type(s) | Crafting |
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| Money | |
| Size | 2x1 |
The Sims: Livin' Large introduced the KraftMatic Woodworking Table, which could be used to make gnomes.
A gnome can be made every 25 minutes, not counting the time required to put the gnome down and walk back to the workbench to start work on a new one (which brings the time per gnome closer to 30 minutes). At §100 per gnome, this pays more than any of the game's 20 career tracks, with much more flexible hours, no need to make friends, no possibility of getting fired, and no need for any job skills other than Mechanical. In short, it makes career tracks utterly obsolete.
Associated skill: Mechanical
Cost: §720
This workbench also appears in The Sims: Makin' Magic
The Sims: Makin' Magic[]
Craft-A-Gargoyle[]
| Craft-A-Gargoyle | |
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| In SimCity Lore, Gargoyles were once thought to have mystical powers that allowed them to keep a building free of annoying guests, but as SimCity progressed to new and more functional forms of architecture, Gargoyles became a relic of a forgotten age. Are you bothered by unwanted visitors? Well, even if you're not, they're at least a nice change from the garden gnomes . . . | |
| Game | The Sims: Makin' Magic |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §1,120 |
| Object type(s) | Crafting |
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| Money | |
| Size | 2x1 |
The Sims: Makin' Magic introduced the Craft-A-Gargoyle, which is used to craft gargoles.
Associated skill: Mechanical
Cost: §1,120
The Sims 2[]
Workbenches were reintroduced in The Sims 2 in Open for Business and FreeTime, where they build badge skill as a Sim creates objects while using them. They allow a Sim to either make a single item, which is usually left on the bench after being finished, or many items, which will be placed in the Sim's inventory. When a Sim starts to craft items on a workbench, a dialog will appear with a default name and description, as well as an "Accept" and "Cancel" button. The player is able to edit the name, and may be able to edit the description. Items made on workbenches can be marked for sale a Sim-owned business. When they are, their "wholesale price" is considered to be the price they can be sold for after being finished, not the amount paid to make them. If a workbench is in a Sim-owned business, a employee can be assigned to make items on it; these items will appear in the owner's inventory.
The Sims 2: Open for Business[]
"That Smells Great!" Floral Workstation[]
| The "That Smells Great!" Floral Workstation from 'Craftin' It' Industries | |
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| So you say you want to arrange some flowers. Well, let's take a look at you, hotshot. You can paint a masterpiece. You're a piano virtuoso. You think that means anything in the realm of flowers? Oh no, easel-jockey. Flower arranging is a learned skill that dates back for hundred of years in thousands of cultures. Step up, rookie - can you master the petals of success, or will you buckle under the thorns of defeat? | |
| Game | The Sims 2: Open for Business |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §1,000 |
| Object type(s) | Craft |
| Money | |
| Size | 2x2 |
Associated skill: Creativity
Associated Badge: Flower Arranging
Cost: §1000
- No Badge: Bouquet of Daisies (Decorative Item)
- Bronze Badge: Wildflower Bouquet, Tulip Bouquet (Decorative items)
- Silver Badge: Rose Bouquet, Mixed Flower Bouquet (Decorative items)
- Gold Badge: Snapdragon Bouquet (Raises motives when successfully made)
Success or failure in flower arranging depends most on the aspiration of the Sim doing the flower arranging. A Sim in platinum almost never creates "Evil" snapdragons, while a Sim in deep red aspiration can create them up to a third of the time.
If FreeTime is installed, crafting at this workbench builds enthusiasm for the Arts and Crafts hobby.
"Non-Deadly" Robot Crafting Station[]
| The "Non-Deadly" Robot Crafting Station | |
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| So you say you want to build a robot. Well, good for you! Fortunately, none of the robots you can make here are the "Oh no! The Robot has gone crazy! Please help! My doom is assured!" type. In fact, all the robots you can make with the "Non-Deadly" station are guaranteed to be helpful around the house or business. Caveat-style Warning: Robots can go crazy. Non-Doom assured lifestyle not insured in any way. | |
| Game | The Sims 2: Open for Business |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §2,000 |
| Object type(s) | Crafting |
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| Size | 3x2 |
Associated skill: Mechanical, Creativity
Associated Badge: Robotics
Cost: §2000
- No Badge: Toy Robot (Raises Fun)
- Bronze Badge: Cleanbot (cleans messes on the floor); Hydrobot (puts out fires; waters flowers)
- Silver Badge: Sentrybot (zaps intruders); Munchiebot (fetches food)
- Gold Badge: Create a Servo (robotic Sim)
Sims with lower Mechanical skill are more likely to create robots that start out non-functional. These can be repaired (place them on the floor to see the option) to restore their full value and make them operational.
Robots made by the crafting station are controlled by an invisible NPC named NPC - Robot, except for Servos, which are fully playable Sims with character data.
If FreeTime is installed, crafting at this workbench builds enthusiasm for the Tinkering hobby.
Crazy Fun Toybench[]
| The Crazy Fun Toybench from 'Craftin' It!' Industries | |
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| So you say you want to make a toy. Well, buddy, you'll need one of these if you even want to try - and trust us, making toys ain't easy. The Crazy Fun toybench comes with a nigh infinite supply of raw materials, both safe and unsafe. Worry not, we have fired the employee that included the unsafe materials. Unfortunately, here at 'Craftin' It', we can't afford a recall of our products. Can you imagine how much of a mess that would be? Just don't use the unsafe stuff, okay? PLEASE. | |
| Game | The Sims 2: Open for Business |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §1,500 |
| Object type(s) | Craft |
| Money | |
| Size | 2x2 |
Associated skill: Mechanical, Creativity
Associated Badge: Toy Making
Cost: §1500
- No Badge: Sir Bricks-A-Lot
- Bronze Badge: Little Heroes Fire Truck and Clown-in-a-Box
- Silver Badge: Brinks Kite and Twirl, Spin, and Wobble!
- Gold badge: Wet 'n' Wild Water Wiggler
Failed toymaking attempts may end up creating "evil" versions of the Clown-in-a-Box, Brinks' Kite, and Water Wiggler.
If FreeTime is installed, crafting at this workbench builds enthusiasm for the Arts and Crafts hobby.
The Sims 2: FreeTime[]
Upright Pottery Wheel[]
| Upright Pottery Wheel by QuicKraft | |
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| The Upright Pottery wheel by QuicKraft allows you to throw while standing up. This relieves the back strain that many potters feel allowing you to spend even more time crafting! The responsive foot pedal gives you great speed control and the wheel is perfectly aligned for accuracy. So let your imagination spin out of control with the Upright Pottery Wheel! | |
| Game | The Sims 2: FreeTime |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §1,000 |
| Object type(s) | Craft |
| Money | |
| Size | 1x1 |
Associated Skill: Creativity
Associated Badge: Pottery
Cost: §1000
- No Badge: Plates
- Bronze Badge: Vases and Tea Sets (raises the environment motive better in the kitchen)
- Silver Badge: Pitchers and Pots (raises the environment motive up to two rooms away)
- Gold badge: Amphora (best sculpture for raising the environment motive in the whole area)
Crafting at this workbench builds enthusiasm for the Arts and Crafts hobby.
Mechanical Stitching Machine[]
| Mechanical Stitching Machine by Antique Artifacts | |
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| Who needs all those fancy buttons, knobs, and digital readouts? It's time to get back to basics with the Mechanical Stitching Machine from Antique Artifacts. Sew like your mother used to sew and let your friends know "Yeah, I made that and I didn't even need electricity." | |
| Game | The Sims 2: FreeTime |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §1,250 |
| Object type(s) | Craft |
| Money | |
| Size | 2x1 |
Associated Skill: Creativity
Associated Badge: Sewing
Cost: §1250
- No Badge: Pot Holders
- Bronze Badge: Teddy Bears and Curtains
- Silver Badge: Quilts and 'an outfit', i.e. any one-piece outfit that can be bought, including custom content, but excluding Outerwear.
- Gold badge: Nifty Custom Outfit
Unlike other workbenches, Sims sit while using the Mechanical Stitching Machine, and will be unable to use it unless a chair is placed in front of it. Also, the Mechanical Stitching Machine always places its products in the Sim's inventory, even if the Sim is only making a single item.
Crafting at this workbench builds enthusiasm for the Arts and Crafts hobby.
The Sims 3[]
Workbenches returned in The Sims 3 with the Ambitions expansion pack. It is used to 'invent' objects, while also improving a Sim's Handiness and Inventing skills.
The Sims 3: Ambitions[]
Pedestrian Sculpting Station[]
| Pedestrian Sculpting Station | |
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| It may look like the inside of a crate, but this behemoth is taking the art world by storm. With an easy swivel base and a durable plywood frame, the station takes care of everything so you can concentrate on being a sculpting savant. | |
| Game | The Sims 3: Ambitions |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §660 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Motives | |
| Craft | |
| Size | 2x2 |
Skills improved by using the object: Sculpting.
Scraptronic™ Workbench[]
| Scraptronic™ Workbench | |
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| They don't build workbenches like they used to but Scraptronic's patented automatic scrap refill system makes this inventor's workbench almost as good as Grandpa's old garage table. A broad and sturdy table provides plenty of room for creations of any size and the tackboard will hold all your tools, greasers, nuts and bolts. | |
| Game | The Sims 3: Ambitions |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §1250 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Craft | |
| Size | 3x2 |
Skills improved by using the object: Handiness, Inventing.
The Sims 3: Generations[]
Catalyst Chemistry Lab Station[]
| Catalyst Chemistry Lab Station | |
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| Chemistry is the scientific art of mixing one substance with another to transform those substances into something miraculous! With the Catalyst Chemistry Lab Station, aspiring chemists of all ages can stir solutions and manufacture matter of all types. Craft potions that will induce happiness, increase stinkiness, and even turn a total klutz into a mechanical genius... for a few hours at least. Be sure to wear protective eyewear and keep the fire extinguisher handy! | |
| Game | The Sims 3: Generations |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §1000 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Craft | |
| Size | 2x2 |
Skills improved by using the object: Logic
The Sims 3: Supernatural[]
Aleister's Alchemy Station[]
| Aleister's Alchemy Station | |
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| Finally, the powers of the universe can be yours for a price that won't have you wishing you could turn lead into gold! Aleister's Alchemy Station is user-friendly, safe-ish, and fully featured. Right out of the box you'll be brewing elixirs that'll make conventional science want to go to take a little lie down somewhere. Let AI put the power in YOUR hands with Aleister's Alchemy Station. | |
| Game | The Sims 3: Supernatural |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §850 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 2x3 |
Skills improved by using the object: Alchemy
The Sims 3: Into the Future[]
Reventlov's Bot Workshop[]
| Reventlov's Bot Workshop | |
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| Integrating every advance in robotic history, this workshop is a forge for Nanites and Trait Chips. New Plumbots can also be constructed or customized using its unique Voight-Krieg magnetic field. | |
| Game | The Sims 3: Into the Future |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §1,750 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 5x3 |
Skills improved by using object: Bot Building
The Sims 3 Store[]
Artisan's Glassblowing and Jewelry Making Station[]
| Artisan's Glassblowing and Jewelry Making Station | |
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| Are you a true artisan? Test yourself by trying to make glass gnomes, jewelry, statues, stained glass windows and much more. This station is hot! No really, it is literally hot, so be careful. | |
| Game | The Sims 3 Store |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §1,350 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 4x4 |
Skills improved by using object: Artisan
The Titanic Toy Machine[]
| The Titanic Toy Machine | |
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| The Titanic Toy Machine was designed and built by a group of vagabond gnomes. They have since disappeared without a trace and no one knows exactly how the machine works, so thank heaven for clearly labeled buttons. Regardless, if you are looking for amazing toys for all ages, then fire it up and watch the magic happen. Just don't be surprised if those gnomes threw in a few kinks. | |
| Game | The Sims 3 Store |
| Buyability | Buy mode |
| Price in game | §1900 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 4x2 |
The Titanic Toy Machine can be bought in The Sims 3 Store for 545 SimPoints. It is included in the Gold Version of Midnight Hollow where it can be found in the Golden Ticket Toy Shop.
The Sims 4[]
Base game[]
Woodworking Table[]
| Woodworking Table | |
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| Game | The Sims 4 |
| Buyability | Build mode |
| Price in game | §1800 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 2x1 |
The Sims 4 reintroduces the woodworking table which can be used to create wooden furniture and sculptures. With Outdoor Retreat, Sims can craft more objects like planter boxes, mirrors, wall shelfs or wall hangings. Sims can learn about the woodworking schematic from the large wooden camping mascot sculpture located in Granite Falls and afterwards they can make smaller versions of it at the woodworking table.
Functional Off-the-Grid
Skills improved by using the object: Handiness
The Sims 4: Spooky Stuff[]
Pumpkin Carving Station[]
| Pumpkin Carving Station | |
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| Game | The Sims 4 |
| Buyability | Build mode |
| Price in game | §375 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 1x1 |
The Sims 4: Spooky Stuff introduces the pumpkin carving station which can be used to create carved pumpkins.
Functional Off-the-Grid
Skills improved by using the object: Handiness
The Sims 4: Jungle Adventure[]
Pop Up Archaeology Work Bench[]
| Pop Up Archaeology Work Bench | |
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| Archaeology is a fast, competitive, on the move science. This work bench was designed to keep up with scientists in the field or those working from home. | |
| Game | The Sims 4: Jungle Adventure |
| Buyability | Build mode |
| Price in game | §390 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 2x1 |
The Sims 4: Jungle Adventure introduces the archaeology work bench. Sims can use this bench to analyze and combine relics they found while excavating.
Skills improved by using the object: Archaeology
The Sims 4: Seasons[]
Violets are Blue Flower Arranging Table[]
| Violets are Blue Flower Arranging Table | |
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| This table is perfect for making your red roses and blue violets fancier by arranging them with ornate and obsessive detail. Friends will weep from laughter, cry with sorrow, or grin obnoxiously when you make arrangements from the Violets and Blue Flower Arranging Table. | |
| Game | The Sims 4: Seasons |
| Buyability | Build mode |
| Price in game | §250 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 2x1 |
The Sims 4: Seasons reintroduces the flower arranging table. Sims can craft various types of flower arrangements. Using flowers from the Sims' inventory will reduce the cost and ultimately lower it to §0 if all flowers required for the arrangement are available.
Functional Off-the-Grid
Skills improved by using the object: Flower arranging
The Sims 4: Discover University[]
Dr. F's Official Robotics Workstation[]
| Dr. F's Official Robotics Workstation | |
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| Built from parts designed for construction jobs, this Robotics Workstation is to be used to build and dismanstle projects big and small. No job is trivial for this station!
The station is fully self-contained, and can run on batteries (feature to be implemented soon!). It uses knobs and thingamabobs for precise control. We guarantee its efficacy and reliability, and has been tested in labs for the use of creating small projects and projects with complex motions. Every robotics project built here is in accordance to existing safety standards, we guarantee it! | |
| Game | The Sims 4: Discover University |
| Buyability | Buy Mode |
| Price in game | §1,100 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 3x2 |
The Sims 4: Discover University reintroduces the robotics workstation. Sims can craft robotic constructions such as Chatterboxes, RC Quadcopters, Utili-Bots, Cybernetics, and Servos.
Skills improved by using the object: Robotics
The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle[]
Afizzionissimi Fizzing Station[]
| Afizzionissimi Fizzing Station | |
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| Looking to get into Fizzing but overwhelmed by all the options in the market? Reading thousands of tutorials talking about the purity of ingredients, electronics vs. manual, and even the optimal time of day for Fizzing have you wanting to give up on your dreams? Look no further!
The Afizzionissimi is an all in one station that will make your fizzing dreams a reality. Simple to operate, you need the lot space to host it. Sit back and fizzle out, it's totally not going to burst your bubbles! | |
| Game | The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle |
| Buyability | Buy Mode |
| Price in game | §735 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 3x2 |
The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle introduces the fizzing station. Sims can craft an array of beverages and drinks from harvestables. Mixing foods or single ingredients can come with many different flavors.
Skills improved by using the object: Juice fizzing
Store No More Home Fabricator[]
| Store No More Home Fabricator | |
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| Tied of going downtown to actual brick and mortar stores like your grandparents did? Drowning in a house full of cardboard boxes from online deliveries like your parents are? Solve two problems with this one solution. Use those Bits & Pieces lying around to fabricate your own items. | |
| Game | The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle |
| Buyability | Buy Mode |
| Price in game | §1,800 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 2x2 |
The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle introduces the fabricator. Sims can craft a large assortments of furniture for their house as well as giving them an array of different dyes.
Power Consumption Rating: 3 Reliability: 5
Skills improved by using this object: Fabrication
Von Wick & Co. Candle Making Table[]
| Von Wick & Co. Candle Making Table | |
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| Feel the warm sense of accomplishment that comes with crafting something beautiful for you or your loved one's home. Craft candles of various shapes, colors, and scents for the truly adventurous. Nothing says love more than the temporary, fleeting flame of a homemade candle. | |
| Game | The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle |
| Buyability | Buy Mode |
| Price in game | §550 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 2x2 |
The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle introduces the candle making station. Sims can craft candles of many different sizes and dyes as a alternative to lighting without power utilities. Candles made from the station will realistically shrink overtime when they're lit until they run out of wick.
Functional Off-the-Grid
Skills improved by using the object: Fabrication
The Sims 4: Crystal Creations Stuff[]
The All-In-One Gemology Table By Humphrey Inc.[]
| The All-In-One Gemology Table By Humphrey Inc. | |
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| We all have dreams of turning our hobbies into a flourishing business, and Humphrey Inc. knows that all too well! This all-in-one solution offers a precise turntable and a wide workspace with a premium faux- leather mat. A design so chic it will perfectly incorporate into any crafter's studio! Cut your favorite gems into perfectly imperfect works of art and craft the perfect jewel for every occasion. | |
| Game | The Sims 4: Crystal Creations Stuff |
| Buyability | Build mode |
| Price in game | §650 |
| Object type(s) | Skill |
| Size | 2x2 |
The Sims 4: Crystal Creations Stuff introduces the gemology table. Sims can cut crystals into gemstones and be utilized in crafting custom jewelry for Sims to wear, collect, or sell.
Functional Off-the-Grid
Skills improved by using the object: Gemology
Trivia[]
- A modified Crazy Fun Toybench appears in Dead Space 2, another game published by Electronic Arts. It can be found in Chapter 6, after the player is blown into an apartment.
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