Does anyone use a lap board?
11-15-2010, 02:00 PM
#41
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Originally Posted by MadQuilter
I was in an applique class yesterday and there was mention of using a lap board. I didn't get a chance to ask questions, so I am asking you:
If you use a lap board, did you make it or buy it?
What size is it?
What is the covering on the surface?
Is there batting on the top surface?
The way I imagine the thing: It looks like a covered piece of plywood that's been tacked to a pillow. DH is chomping at the bit to make me one. My man likes to help and if I let him (without guidelines) I will have half a sheet of ply on my lap. lol
If you use a lap board, did you make it or buy it?
What size is it?
What is the covering on the surface?
Is there batting on the top surface?
The way I imagine the thing: It looks like a covered piece of plywood that's been tacked to a pillow. DH is chomping at the bit to make me one. My man likes to help and if I let him (without guidelines) I will have half a sheet of ply on my lap. lol
11-15-2010, 05:18 PM
#42
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My friend and I get together to sew. We are working on applique right now. she has a wooden tray she got at a garage sale. It is a small tray...small enough to put on your lap but big enough for her supplies. It's great!! It has a small ridge around it as trays usually do so it keeps everything on the tray.
She said she would look for one for me. She loves garage sales!!!
I think putting some padding on the bottom would keep it nice and sturdy on your lap.
She said she would look for one for me. She loves garage sales!!!
I think putting some padding on the bottom would keep it nice and sturdy on your lap.
11-15-2010, 07:17 PM
#44
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I have several of these homemade boards I use mostly for ironing. They are about 18"X24" I use a piece of carpet padding and a piece of duck cloth. They would be really nice to put a cutting mat on the back.
11-15-2010, 07:17 PM
#45
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I have several of these homemade boards I use mostly for ironing. They are about 18"X24" I use a piece of carpet padding and a piece of duck cloth. They would be really nice to put a cutting mat on the back.
11-15-2010, 09:39 PM
#47
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I received my lap-board in the "70's" by an elderly tailor, I was doing alterations in a dry cleaning plant. I found the lap-board invaluable, it is by the side of my sewing machine and is used constantly. The base is 1/4 inch plywood 16x11,covered with batting and cotton cloth stapled to it. I use it when I applique, quilt,do hand work and repairs. I have my iron next to me as well and press what I can on the lap-board without the need to jump up. I would be lost with out it. Hope this helps. You will love it! :-
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11-16-2010, 06:30 AM
#49
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Originally Posted by tellabella
I just use a toss cushion and it helps to keep the block at the perfect distance for appliqueing..it makes it more comfortable to work and you can also jab your pins and needle into it in when changing thread,etc......
Am currently hand piecing and hand QAYG and a throw pillow has been right in front of me ... just waiting to be used ...and now it is thanks to you and this discussion thread. :D
Can't believe I didn't think of doing this :hunf:
11-16-2010, 07:51 AM
#50
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I picked up a lap "desk" at WM. it is Denim, with the styofoam beads like in a Bean Bag chair. I really do love it, use it when I am turning edges for applique, It was not expensive, and I think you could probably find it online if you google "lap desk" less than $10.00. Then if he still wants to make it, you will have a pic of what you are looking for
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