Originally Posted by
lclang
I have an ironing mat, made like a huge potholder. Several layers of batting with a layer of that silver stuff that they put in potholders and a nice top and back fabric. It has minimal quilting so it folds up nicely and fits in a bag along with the travel iron. No board to deal with. Easy to transport to another room or another state.
I have one of these as well. It has magnets in it and was designed to use on the top of a dryer. It wouldn't be that difficult to make one. I like it because it folds up (or rolls up) which is a plus over the fabric covered board.
I read a tip on here some time ago that someone used a fabric drop cloth that you find in the paint area of big box stores or they are at Harbor Freight I believe, to use as a cover for ironing surfaces. Less expensive than heavy fabric by the yard.