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I made my cutting table using 2 bookcases and 5/8" plywood. Don't go for the 1/2" as it will be too weak if and when you lean on it. I found that out the hard way. I also added "L" brackets to keep the plywood from moving on me too. Then added another sheet of plywood about halfway down for another shelf to hold all my scrap and fat qts containers on 1 side and stablizers on the other side. I went for a larger cutting mat that fit the table and believe me it's heavy enough it won't slide on you.
I hung my batting on a shower rod at one end of the table so I can pull it out onto the table and cut the a mount I needed. This has worked great for me plus gets my batting off the floor. As for rulers, I went to Harbor Freight and picked up some metal rulers and some clamps so when I go to cut the batting I can lay the ruler across and clamp it on both sides. My table is large enough that I place a smaller sewing machine at one end to stitch my binding onto the finished quilt so I don't have to fight the weight of the quilt as I sew, the quilt can lay on the table as I move along it. I also hang some of my larger rulers on the ends so they're close to where I'll use them. |
MKC,
Thanks for sending me the link! I have always sewed my own curtains, and I admit that seeing well made curtains still makes my heart race! (English period movies are great to watch!) If you have the canvas grid yourself, could you please tell me how you keep it from stretching as you get the shipping wrinkles out and attach it to the padded work table? Thanks again! |
Originally Posted by QuiltE
(Post 8458103)
Great idea to great a really big workspace. It makes it so much easier to square up and trim when you have a surface that will hold the quilt.
The way I understand it is .... that you are wanting a grid but without cutting mats, in order to square up your quilts. However, to me, if you are squaring up quilts you will find it easier to not be limited to having to move your mats around to cut. For squaring up, here's what I do .... quilting rulers/squares are my biggest asset. Line things up and then cut as I want and in whatever angle I want, not necessarily square with the table. Therefore, to get a large grid for measuring, you might be best to choose an oversize cutting mat(s). My cutting/work table is 48"x72" (two tables butted together), and is fully covered with four mats. When they need replacing, I will look into the really large ones, and ideally that will be what I will get. |
Originally Posted by mindless
(Post 8458120)
You might consider gridded contact paper, or even gridded wallpaper. They do come in several sizes:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=gridded+c...ref=nb_sb_noss https://www.wallsticker.com.my/wallpaper-sticker-607 https://www.ebay.com/itm/White-Square-Peel-and-Stick-Wallpaper-Self-Adhesive-Film-Contact-Paper-Grid-Home/124014948233 https://wallpapersafari.com/white-grid-wallpaper/ Wow! I had no idea that even existed! Thank you so much for a wonderful idea! |
Originally Posted by Rhonda K
(Post 8458207)
I would buy the metal rulers that come in 4 feet lengths. They can be attached to the edges.
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Originally Posted by Snooze2978
(Post 8458216)
I made my cutting table using 2 bookcases and 5/8" plywood. Don't go for the 1/2" as it will be too weak if and when you lean on it. I found that out the hard way. I also added "L" brackets to keep the plywood from moving on me too. Then added another sheet of plywood about halfway down for another shelf to hold all my scrap and fat qts containers on 1 side and stablizers on the other side. I went for a larger cutting mat that fit the table and believe me it's heavy enough it won't slide on you.
I hung my batting on a shower rod at one end of the table so I can pull it out onto the table and cut the a mount I needed. This has worked great for me plus gets my batting off the floor. As for rulers, I went to Harbor Freight and picked up some metal rulers and some clamps so when I go to cut the batting I can lay the ruler across and clamp it on both sides. My table is large enough that I place a smaller sewing machine at one end to stitch my binding onto the finished quilt so I don't have to fight the weight of the quilt as I sew, the quilt can lay on the table as I move along it. I also hang some of my larger rulers on the ends so they're close to where I'll use them. Thank you so much for all the information! I had not even thought of using the work table for the batting or tool storage. I am so glad for all the kind responses! |
Originally Posted by LadyAg
(Post 8458217)
MKC,
Thanks for sending me the link! I have always sewed my own curtains, and I admit that seeing well made curtains still makes my heart race! (English period movies are great to watch!) If you have the canvas grid yourself, could you please tell me how you keep it from stretching as you get the shipping wrinkles out and attach it to the padded work table? |
My friend just bought a Ping which I thought was a brilliant idea. Who know they came in so many sizes!!Pong table for cutting layout etc
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MKC, Thanks for the link. Great information there.
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eparys, also I had a pingpong table and it is great for a garage sale.
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