I finally got around to a few projects that have been on my list of things to do with my Stamped fabric collection.
First, I covered an IKEA side table with my scalloped fabric and some batting to turn it into an ironing board. I simply removed the top piece of the table, wrapped it in aluminum foil, then added several layers of batting, then covered it in fabric and stapled the fabric to the underside. Then I put the tabletop back in place. You can also get heat-resistent batting made for hot pads and things, but I didn’t have enough on hand so I improvised with the aluminum foil. It works perfectly well and has more surface area than my previous ironing board, plus it frees up extra space and serves double duty with storage below. I’ve seen lots of other crafters do this, so maybe there’s a full tutorial somewhere?
And some quickie curtains for our laundry room. This is the circle flowers fabric, probably my favorite from the collection.
Then I covered my grandmother’s sewing stool with the triangles fabric. I have to say, I really enjoy using my staple gun. Watch out.
I love everything you made. Do you use that ironing board for ironing clothes too?
Yes, I use it for clothes too!
LOVE those curtains!!!
I LOVE the tabletop ironing board idea! I’m on limited space and that seems like such a wonderful idea. 🙂
Perfect fabric for curtains ~ love the refection on the washing machine!
I did the exact same thing with a table for an ironing board. Best thing I ever did!
I have the same washer and the same iron. Were we separated at birth? 😉
i cut out the piecees for a Noodlehead bag this weekend, Am using 2 of your stamped fabrics- love them! it pains me to cut into them 🙂
Lovely fabric and I love the Ikea side table makeover. Fab idea thanks for sharing! 🙂
i like all your project
I have that exact same chair and its been totally bugging me to refinish it. Glad to see yours done as it has inspired me to get mine done.
Do you remember which ikea table you used?
Do you remember the name of the Ikea table you used to create the ironing board? Such a great idea!
WHAT TABLE DID YOU USE FROM IKEA?????
I think it is an older version of a HEMNES sideboard or sofa table. But I can tell you that it is about 36″ tall, so as long as you get something with the right height, you should be good. Of course the top comes as a separate piece for assembly, so just staple the batting and fabric over it before you put it together. Thanks!
How did you reattach the top of the table to the legs?
where can you find square milk crate type baskets like that?
The ironing table works very well, and any sturdy wood and table should work. Metal or plastic might not control moisture well from steaming and result in mildew. I’d be careful of laminates because of heat and steam, but it would probably be ok for regular home use.
Costume technician’s handbooks and couture sewing books sometimes have instructions for making an ironing station. In lieu of dedicating an entire table to ironing, I have been “temporarily” using a 2’x2′ piece of plywood wrapped in craft paper, cotton batting, and several layers of muslin. It’s easy enough to set on another table and then slide behind the couch for storage.