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    Old 12-28-2010, 01:49 PM
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    I have one of those movie projector screens...that way the design wall goes bye bye when I don't need it! I just set it up and place batting or flannel over it and clamp it to the top and it works great!
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    Old 12-28-2010, 01:56 PM
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    I made mine from extra wide flannel and PVC. I will add some pics to give you the idea of how I made mine. Mine is 6 ft x 6 ft, but you can adjust for whatever size you need. At this size, mine cost $20 to make (flannel from walmart). You can add a stand to the back if needed, or hang it on the wall. I just lean mine against the closet that is full of shelves....very portable too!

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    Happy Holidays to all....I just set up small new quilting room for myself. It's crowded, and small but it is mine. I would really would enjoy and input on how to make a design wall on a very tight budget. Thanks
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    I have a Queen size flannel flat sheet that is attached to a strip of wood at the top of one wall (at the ceiling)
    and a few tacks along the side to hold it in place. About a 10 minute fix. Works nicely.

    June in Cincinnati
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    Old 12-28-2010, 02:48 PM
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    I was lucky enough to get a vanishing design wall for Christmas and have just hung it. It is beautiful. We finished it ourselves and then added a little decoration. It works like a dream. Having gotten one I think it would be very possible to make one fairly easily. The hardest part would be the roller hardware and I think that is available in stores that sell blinds. Add a dowel and the fannel and build a little shelf-like valence and you have it. I don't think it would cost much to make from scratch. Best of luck.
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    Search the Quilting Board. There are many ideas already discussed.

    Good luck,

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    Old 12-29-2010, 05:14 AM
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    No matter what question is asked on this board I always get great inventive (and inexpensive) ideas. Ladies, thank you so!
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