How to Make the Best Design Boards for Quilting

How to make the best design boards for quilting. Design boards help you manage your quilt block pieces when cutting, piecing, and ironing your quilt blocks. Never waste time searching for the pieces you have cut for your project.
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[@nancyboettiger1480]

I purchased photo mounting boards which have adhesive on one side....no gluing of batting just peal and stick.....they have them at most craft stores....I also used fun duck tape on the edges....love these boards.

[@carlaatkins2619]

Duck tape is my favorite crafting material.

[@maryb1111]

This is exactly how I made my design boards. Easy peasey!

[@scharlenewinningham5579]

The idea you had about cutting the end of strip with picking shears is brilliant. I love the boards but was not happy with that large bump. Great improvement to the design board

[@sandracedar368]

I used Washi tape as borders. It works out nicely. An alternative to the fabric border. Thank you for sharing this - great tool! You have such a pleasant voice & calmness. I think that you could make the most difficult of tasks doable because of your personality. A great teacher.💐

[@jennysanfilippo2105]

This was very helpful. I've been wanting to have one. I don't feel so intimidated now, I got this!! I can do it!! I can't wait to make one. You're a very good instructor. Thank you Kit. Best wishes, & May God Bless you. This is Jenny from Maine.

[@vickiporter2945]

I ironed heat and bond strips on the strips of fabric and ironed it on the board…I also used Elmer’s glue and ironed it down on some of my boards

[@Kate98755]

i've purchased low side rectangle baskets from dollar store, making firm fabric interfacing liner, so i have edges to my project board. i like baskets to keep my projects separate, saw when buying glasses how they had little trays to keep the orders separate....ever since i've had project baskets, helps me put them in a priority order to.

[@Auntie7024]

Thanks, Kit, for this tutorial. I will have to give it a go. Have a great day. 😊

[@dulcilass]

I've never used foam board as I've been doing my boards from corrugated cardboard boxes. I use either felt or cotton batting to cover one side. Elmer's Glue is what I use to adhere the batting to the cardboard square. After it's dry, I trim around the edges with a razor blade. I don't bother binding the edges as I make sure that the batting is well glued around the square. And I'm lazy. I tried duck tape, but that was just too much to fuss with. And they are great for carrying and storing pieces in progress, as you have described. I have 12", 14", 18" squares.

[@ellenhofer3343]

Love this great idea for repurposing cardboard boxes we all get when we order in-line, etc., instead of buying core board. Cardboard is made of natural products and is biodegradable, while coreboard is mostly (if not all) a man made product.

[@sandracedar368]

I thank you. Watched Lori’s too as well as FQS. I love it when the community shares with us. You are all wonderful🤗🥰🦩

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

Thanks, I love sharing the things that I'm using. Triangle paper and disappearing nine patches are coming soon.

[@melindaostergren8115]

That’s how I found you! You were right after Brita’s Questioning Quilter. What fun to have both of you treasures show up from the KZbin Fairy.

[@cruize4u]

Before I found your video I made my own out of boxes from Christmas. I sprayed glue on the board, layed my batting down then attach the fabric I cut out to cover the back with 2 inches wider all the way around. Then folded the fabric twice then used heat bond to glue the fabric as the boarder on the front. I like the board you are making too. I'll have to give it a try.

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

I love that idea too.

[@Beverly2020]

Good idea on using pinking shears!

[@dglawrence5970]

What a great project. I definitely am going to make a couple. Thanks.

[@filmspot3859]

Something interesting under $20 for home decor is already on the channel!

[@kristenayers5210]

Such a beautiful craft from such a beautiful person. 💜

[@elizabethlara7801]

Thank you for showing this. I’m definitely making one,really 2🤗.

[@lynnstratton2890]

Great video! Thank you for showing how to cut the foam core, especially! I’m now a subscriber! 😀

[@yiayia1071]

Great idea to pink the end. I’m happy I found your channel. 🥳

[@maryjanecreate]

The waste part of board can be cut in strips to wrap binding around.

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

That is a great idea. I'm always looking for ways to use the small pieces. Thanks,

[@jodiegrace2849]

@@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505 you can use the offcuts as dividers in a drawer. Didn’t realise there is a whole new world of things that foamcore board can be used for. I’m in Australia and had never heard of it before until I watched loris design board tutorial.

[@kellyhipkins5616]

Wow thank you so much. I made it. Im so happy.

[@sk13507]

Definitely making now, Thank you for the demo

[@papercents]

I just made a few yesterday. Then I saw your video & was curious to see your spin on it - I dislike the "bump" of the folded fabric at the end too ... lol Ha, I don't use a glue gun in my crafting either - I definitely need practice. Great tips. Thank you!

[@ellenhofer3343]

Lori's videio was great. I've made one of hers and never made more, although i still have everything to make them. So, I'll make more.

[@michellerennepowar2773]

Thank you Kit for sharing your talent with us. Keep sharing.

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

My pleasure!

[@SammiJarrad]

When I made mine, I used duct tape as “binding” it was so quick! 😉

[@StitchyTherapist]

I used duct tape too :)

[@jaaziel9]

Thanks, good ideal. I will try duct tape when making mine!!

[@patfaulkner2069]

Me too.

[@patfaulkner2069]

Duct tape comes in so many beautiful colors and designs now too.

[@ymcaninch2011]

Me too...works great...

[@pakedermsfavs9080]

I used the picture painting boards sold at the dollar stores .

[@karryweaver6540]

Absolutely genius.

[@michelesalazar2045]

Hope to see more videos from you

[@connieadams5010]

Thank you for sharing

[@MJStarnes-Citadelmom2012]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you!

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jennysanfilippo2105]

Thanks Kit, I can't wait to make this. You're so encouraging it gives me the confidence to make one. I think I'll make the little one first, then the bigger one next. I love your instructions, & voice. Easy to understand, & hear you. May God Bless you. From Maine Jenny.

[@suejameson1517]

I use cute duct tape instead and it works a treat! No lumps of glue

[@cheryl8280]

Sue Jameson Hi Sue So how do you use the duct tape. I'm no fan of the hot glue lumps. Of course, I have a very old large industrial glue gun! LOLOL So no tidiness there. But I love duct tape, and I'd love to know of another use! Thank you.

[@suejameson1517]

@@cheryl8280 you spray baste the batting to the foam core board and cut around it exactly. Then get your pretty duct tape and lay a piece at the top of the board covering about half an inch and fold it to the back of the board. Do the same at the bottom edge, then the two sides. It works like a charm and you have exactly the same look as Lori’s board but tape not fabric! Good luck

[@cheryl8280]

@@suejameson1517 Well, what a neat trick! Thank you so much for that tip. It's not like I'm giving these boards away. They're just for my use. Now, by pretty duct tape, you mean the variety of colours, not patterned, right? I've never seen patterned duct tape, but wouldn't that be a hoot! The boys wouldn't like it, but we would. Thanks again, Sue.

[@jaaziel9]

@@cheryl8280 I've seen the color and patterned duct tape. I think at Joann's Fabric Store. It also might be on Amazon.

[@janeholt53]

This is informative but no close ups to see what you are doing. I do love the design boards. I do have a couple.

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

Thank you for the feedback. I will keep that in mind in future videos.

[@amechealle5918]

When I watched Lori’s video for this I went out and bought the things to make this. With all that has happened I set it aside and forgot about it. Thank you for reminding me to make it and a refresher on how to make it. Happy New Years!! 🎉 P.S. did you make your ironing pad? If so would you make a tutorial for making it? 😁

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

Stay tuned for a video for the ironing pad. Thank you for the kind comments.

[@kriscurtis1015]

Have you found the pinked edge has held up? I don't like the lumpy join when the edge is turned under so this looks like a great finish. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

The pinked edge has really worked out well and I like the decorative design.

[@elizabethkerckhoff1259]

Great video!!! What weight do you suggest for the batting, since your always going to use your fingers to move things around.

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

I use the scraps from my latest quilts. I usually use an 80/20 cotton/poly blend batting.

[@wandaneilsen]

What side of the batting do you put up ?

[@cactusqltr]

So excited about learning this tip! My granddaughter will be visiting and learning to quilt! This will be perfect for helping her to stay organized!!

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

Have fun!

[@rebeccasorensen7925]

I wonder if 505 spray would work instead of hot glue?

[@jeanbray558]

Camera too far away when attaching fabric edge

[@damarisrempel9147]

Are you in the back of a teaspoon When I'm doing anything with hot glue. If I get glue on it it comes off very easily and keeps my fingers away from the hot glue. 😊 You got a great tutorial!

[@HannahStarx3]

Is there a pattern available for the horse? I LOVE HIM! Thank you!

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

The horse is a block included in Lori Holt's Farm Girl Vintage II quilt book. It is full of great blocks like the horse block.

[@junehanson7865]

Thank you for sharing now i can make some for me

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

You are so welcome

[@donnarichey144]

Could you use flannel rather than batting? Thanks A popcicle stick would work great when gluing the binding on the foam board.

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

Yes, absolutely

[@donnarichey144]

@@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505 We learn a lot by watching videos and thank you so much very informative.

[@michelesalazar2045]

I love these even tho the glue drives me crazy. i'm a little had of hearing can you speak a little louder. Good tip on putting the 2 ends together

[@debbiecarolla7511]

What is the point of putting a border on each one

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

It helps to hold the batting in place around the sides as I move the boards from cutting table to sewing machine and back. It's also an opportunity to add a decorative touch to my sewing space.

[@kktowne6992]

It looks pretty! And is functional

[@vickiparish9268]

I made mine and they are somewhat of a hot mess 🤦‍♀️ However they are usable 🐸

[@melindaostergren8115]

Working hot messes are great.

[@bratmamma]

Use duct tape. It is so fast

[@lyndaevans1132]

Nice of you to share these with your visitors, but I think you need to give Lori a bit better credit for being the designer/creater.

[@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505]

I admire Lori Holt for her talent and creativity. I have learned so much by watching her videos. I really tried to give her credit. I use my design boards almost everyday.

[@kktowne6992]

Lord have mercy, how many times should she say Lori Holt’s name in order to make you happy? She’s focused on teaching the technique and I’ll be real honest, she did a fine job, without you being such a critic.

[@kktowne6992]

@@pinkheartquiltingembroider6505 critics gonna criticize, you mentioned her name several times. Fine job on your video

[@melindaostergren8115]

EXACTLY ‼️‼️