Thread: Tips for ironing/pressing large quilt tops and backings please

I have a large board like AZ Jane, but sometimes it still isn't large enough....I have pads for my dining room table, so I put in the table leaves, add the pads, and press away!

I, too, made a larger ironing surface. Got a piece of 1/2 inch plywood cut to the size I wanted at Lowe's. Covered it with: first-an well used beach towel, then two layers of used mattress pad covers, then a layer of new white felt, then finally with a heavy cotton fabric. When in use, I place it on top of a thrift store dining table which is on bed risers for height. Must say-works very well.

I buy ironing boards at garage sales for $2-$5 each. I like having a lot to do a big pressing job. I like the older models with four legs not the T legs. They are much sturdier. For my sewing room I have the Reliable ironing board with suction.

Originally Posted by fruitloop

I buy ironing boards at garage sales for $2-$5 each. I like having a lot to do a big pressing job. I like the older models with four legs not the T legs. They are much sturdier. For my sewing room I have the Reliable ironing board with suction.

Oh, me, too! Liking the four legs instead of the T legs, that is. I hate those T leg boards; they wobble like mad.

For years my mother had and used a wooden ironing board, and it was sturdy as it could be (but I admit, a bit heavy) Years later I realized that board was gone from her house and asked her about it. She had thrown it out! (She used a more modern metal one). I still can hardly bear knowing that if I'd once said to her that I wanted it, she would have given it to me. But then I never dreamed she'd just decide one day to get rid of it.