I attended a retreat last year where one quilter had one of those small folding tables from the office supply store. It is about 18x24". She had covered a piece of plywood the size of the top and padded it and put fabric on top as an ironing board. It sat right next to her and was very handy. I attended a lecture/workshop this past weekend in which the teacher said to press after every seam and to put the piece aside with something heavy on top to press the seams in place or to let cool. It sure works in keeping the seams flat and open. I'm heading to the office supply store to get my table and may one for myself. Pressing as you go really is a good way to maintain accuracy. the teacher also said to measure after each seam to make sure the piece is remaining to tru size.