I bought a "superboard" from Joanns (about $14.00). It is made out of cardboard, plain on one side and has measurement stuff on the front side. Use the plain side, hang on the wall with velcro and then use either batting or a flannel back of a vinyl tablecloth to do design on. You can then use straight pins to put up your design. You can take it down when not in use if you want to because of the velcro. Works for me and cheap.