DIY Portable Ironing Table

When going to sewing or quilting workshops or retreats, an ironing board is a handy tool. While ironing boards are usually provided, sometimes it’s not convenient to wait on someone who’s pressing a multitude of quilt blocks. Bringing your own is more convenient and can sit right by your work station.

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But I don’t want to bring my big board, so I made a portable ironing table from a DIY tutorial link to the Crafty Cupboard found on Pinterest. My wood folding TV tray came from Walmart and was then painted white. The fabric is a piece of medium-weight decorator fabric purchased at Jo-Ann’s.

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The tutorial was super easy—I followed it carefully and was done in no time at all. I fully believe in ironing as I sew—no matter what the project might be; doing so makes for a more polished finish. Now I’m ready for my next stitching adventure away from home.