Idea for Large Ironing Surface and Storage
09-26-2013, 01:38 PM
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Idea for Large Ironing Surface and Storage
I am still working on making my sewing room comfy. I bought a "like new" Ikea desk at a yard sale for $25 and turned it into an ironing stand. I didn't even paint the desk, it was in great shape! Hubby made the platform to go below it so it is height I need, it also adds storage. I stapled the batting and fabric for the ironing board into place, using a top layer with fewer staples that can be removed easily to wash it. The drawers are perfect for storing thread. I'm going to section them as necessary by putting weather-stripping along the sides and cutting thin pieces of wood to wedge between the strips. My extra sewing machines will be stored underneath and you can see my little arm/leg ironing board hangs on brackets in that space too. The iron rack will be installed also.
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09-26-2013, 05:14 PM
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That is awesome. I was all set to use one of our old kitchen cabinets (2' x 5') for an ironing/storage unit but I think it might be too wide for the spot I want to put it. I might have to make something else work. Thanks for this idea-I'll be on the lookout for used desks.
09-26-2013, 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by CAS49OR
I am still working on making my sewing room comfy. I bought a "like new" Ikea desk at a yard sale for $25 and turned it into an ironing stand. I didn't even paint the desk, it was in great shape! Hubby made the platform to go below it so it is height I need, it also adds storage. I stapled the batting and fabric for the ironing board into place, using a top layer with fewer staples that can be removed easily to wash it. The drawers are perfect for storing thread. I'm going to section them as necessary by putting weather-stripping along the sides and cutting thin pieces of wood to wedge between the strips. My extra sewing machines will be stored underneath and you can see my little arm/leg ironing board hangs on brackets in that space too. The iron rack will be installed also.
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