Thanks thinblebug6000, for sharing the pattern of the big ironing board. What a neat job he done, it won't move and stores so nicely.

Thank you, everyone, for your ideas and input. I will be making a trip to the hardware store soon! :D I have also found the legs that are used on folding tables, but they are not tall enough. Of course, I could boost them up easily enough. It all depends on cost - if I go with a door or sheet of plywood and if I use legs or cabinets. I would really like to use cabinets - I'll be checking sources for used ones. Thanks for the advice on batting and covering material, it is so wonderful to have this source to rely on for excellent ideas and advice.

Here's one more idea for you as you plan your ironing station.

http://www.judymartin.com/Sewing-Room-Judy.cfm

Judy's ironing table is about a third of the way down the page. There's also a link to directions on how it was made, as well as what she tried first that didn't work as well.