Portable Pressing Pad/Board DIY

When I was planning for my new craft room, I searched for ideas on Pinterest. I saw a great idea for a portable ironing pad/board and knew I wanted to make one too. So this tutorial will walk you through my take on making a handy portable pressing pad/board.

Since I made this portable pad/board, my sewing projects have been streamlined because my new pad/board is within reach of my Sewing Machine and Serger. No more getting up and going to my craft table. 

So after researching the right types of material for a pressing pad, I settled on the following items. For the bottom layer, I used thermal batting by Insul Bright. Next, I add a layer of cotton batting, and then I added a layer of a heat resistant fabric. I then decided to top it off with a cotton print. I choose a pattern that I love since it will be visible in my craft room.

So, let’s get started on making a portable pressing pad/board. Before determining how much fabric and battling to buy, you need to decide what size you want to make. I decided I wanted to put my board on my Ikea Alex unit. That is what my Inspiration board looked like on Pinterest. The top of my Alex unit is 16×24, so I added 10 inches on each side. This measurement determined that I needed material and batting at least 26”x34”.

Supplies

• cotton fabric 3/4 Yard
• thermal batting 3/4 Yard
• cotton batting 3/4 Yard
• heat resistant fabric 3/4 Yard
• Board 16”x24”
• Staple Gun
• Non-Slip Shelf Liner

Step #1 – Cut the Board

Cut your board the size that you want your board. I wanted mine the same size as the Alex Unit, which is 16″x24″. If you don’t have a saw to cut the board, most big box stores like Home Depot or Lowes will cut wood for you if you purchase wood from them.

Step #2 – Cut the Fabric

Cut each layer of the fabric to the size you need. Remember to add 10″ to both the length and width of the board size to determine your fabric dimensions. Each layer of the batting and fabric is 26″x34″.

Step #3 – Layer Batting and Fabric

Now it is time to layer. We are going to layer in the reverse order.

• 1st Layer – Start with laying the cotton layer wrong side up.
• 2nd Layer – Heat Resistant Fabric wrong side up.
• 3rd Layer – Cotton Batting
• 4th Layer – Thermal Batting

Step #4 – Add Board and Staple

Now you want to lay the board on top of your layers or fabric and batting. I use my staple gun to attached the fabric to the board. I like to attached each layer one at a time. So the first layer that you staple to the board is the thermal batting. You make sure you staple each side to the board and then do the next layer.

Step #5 – Add Shelf Liner

The last step to finish off the pressing pad is to add some non-stick shelf liner. I picked my up at Dollar Tree. The shelf liner helps secure your pressing pad and makes sure your pad does not slip while you are using it.

There you have it! Your own portable pressing pad.

I love how mine turned and and I am so  excited to share with you an easy and useful sewing tutorial!! This is just one of my new craft room tools that I will put to good use. I hope you will find it useful as well.

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