As I was running back and forth between my craft room/office and my bedroom (where my ironing board is located) a million times, I thought “boy wouldn’t it be nice if there was room in my craft room/office for the ironing board. I wouldn’t have to keep getting up from my sewing machine and running across the hall every few minutes to do a few seconds of pressing during the sewing process. But there is no room in here for a full size ironing board. BUT there is room for a small DIY IRONING TABLE!
Anyone who sews could probably use one of these in their sewing space!
Here is how to make a small DIY ironing table:
Step One – Find a folding table/TV tray
Maybe there are some in your basement too ; ) If not, keep an eye out for one at yard sales and flea markets.
Step Two – Cut two layers of cotton batting and one layer of cotton fabric for cover slightly larger than table top
Step Three – On floor layer cover fabric, batting layers, and then upside down table. Staple fabric and batting layers to underside of table top
I used my narrow crown stapler from RYOBI to attach the fabric and batting layers to the table top.
It is soooo convenient to have a pressing station right next to the sewing machine cabinet! I wish I had thought of this years ago!!!!
This is genius! I love the idea. I don’t iron, but if I did, I like this idea much better that a bulky ironing board! Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty !
Really liked the step-by-step photos! This ironing table is smaller than I’m used to, but that can actually come in pretty handy, gonna give a try to this project soon. =)
Love your porch and love the ideas! Will definitely make use of them!
Great diy idea!! I love it, so simple and easy to make and at the same time so useful to have at home! Couldn’t ask for more, thanks!
This is a cool idea, I had my son build one with a board so its portable, but this is nifty!!
Thank you for sharing on #omhgff this week, look to be featured next week!
Pinned and Tweeted!
Have a great weekend!
Karren~
This is genius! I’ve been using an ironing pad on the table I sew on, but it takes up space and I’m terrified of burning myself or starting a because I threw something next to me and didn’t realize. I think this will be my next DIY project. THANKS! via Our Mini Linky Party
Thanks for sharing at Inspire Me Monday. I wanted to let you know that you are one of my featured links this week. Come check it out at https://www.farmhouse40.com/inspire-me-monday-178
I need to make a small ironing table like this. This would be handy. Pinned & sharing. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party @DearCreatives See you again soon.
Nice practical ideas..Ive never really liked ironing. Its one of those important but mundane daily tasks of life..
Great. This is a lovely piece of work. Keep sharing.
Very helpful ideas, thanks so much for sharing. Really wanted to give it a try. thanks again.
Oh my goodness — I have the same ugly tables and was about to pitch them!! Thank you for the great idea. I am going to make one ASAP!!