Another thing I did last weekend was to recover my ironing board table surface. The previous fabric I chose was not working out at all. It was a beige toile print that showed every dribble, stain, and goo that came out of my iron. It really looked awful and was frankly depressing to look at. I got the new piece of fabric all cut out to the right size and my husband wielded the staple gun, which is always a challenge for me. I am thrilled with how it turned out.
If you are curious about the ironing table, it is a metal shelf unit we got at Lowe's. My husband cut it down to ironing table height for me. We got a piece of particle board (also from Lowe's) and I covered it with batting and fabric which we stapled down all around. I am now on my second board (the one underneath warped, but I still kept it under the new board). There must be six or seven layers of fabric covering the two boards.
The fabric is what is called a "Cheater" fabric. It looks like a patchwork quilt, but those nine patches are just printed onto the fabric. It would make a great backing. The fabric is part of the Denim and Daisies collection that Fig Tree recently released for Moda Fabrics. One nice thing about it is that at 60" it is wider than the average 45" fabric we typically get. Which makes it ideal for backing a smaller quilt. I ordered my yardage from the Fat Quarter Shop.
Did you buy any of this collection? I just loved it and couldn't resist getting the whole bundle. I love those blues and oranges. I have no idea what I'll do with it, but it could be a great choice for a sampler sew-along. For now, I will just hoard it, and pet it from time to time.
If you go to Instagram and check out Susan Vaughan at The Felted Pear, she is using this fabric group to make the Halloween Memories quilt. Her blocks are just stunning.
If you invested in this fabric bundle as I did, what is your plan for it?
This piece is so much nicer than the standard ironing board! I showed it to my husband and am hoping to get one soon. Stay tuned.
Posted by: mary | September 10, 2024 at 04:23 AM
A big ironing board is such a great tool for quilting. I’ve had one for years and I couldn’t be without. It’s even better with fresh new fabric. I have layers of fabric as well. Every now and then I pry all of the staples out and refresh all the layers. I’ve only done that a couple times though, it’s work! Love the Denim & Daisies line, I’ve got to check out the Felted Pear and see her Halloween quilt. Have a great day!
Posted by: Sandra | September 10, 2024 at 07:41 AM
Your new ironing board cover is really cheerful & cute! Denim & Daisies is a pretty fabric line that I could see being used for either a Summer or Fall quilt. I'll look forward to seeing what you come up with for it!
Posted by: Jan | September 10, 2024 at 07:56 AM
Your new cover is lovely! I'm going to find some to order. Also, I ordered a half yard bundle(of each fabric). I don't have any plans but knew I'd love it!
Posted by: Twyla | September 10, 2024 at 03:41 PM
Love your new ironing board cover and fabric! I got a bundle too and am following Fig Trees blog for their patchwork bag and other sewing stuff. I’m not sure what I’ll do but lots of inspiration for sure!
Posted by: Anita | September 15, 2024 at 09:43 PM