Ironing/Cutting Board Refinishing

[@elaineforan4751]

That is a really good idea. Not only can you soak the mat. You can seperate them and use them side by side if a particular project needs it. Thanks for the idea.

[@threadedsewing]

Yes! I have never used it like that so a whole new way to use it.

[@cathybabnick7326]

Thank you for this video. I have one of these boards, got it used like you did. It was in quite good condition when I was acquired it, but now it has a brown scorch mark from an iron that overheated. I have just kept on using it and never thought of recovering it. Recovering it is such q great idea! Thanks for the inspiration.

[@threadedsewing]

I have been wanting to do this for some time. I loved how it turned out. You will not be disappointed!

[@villagesteader3552]

Perfect fabric for the project!♥️

[@threadedsewing]

I love Tula’s stuff!!!

[@Debbs67]

Recovering that board is a great idea. I hadn’t heard of soaking your mat before so that was interesting, although I was disappointed that you didn’t show your process of removing the board and the layers of the mat under the fabric.

[@threadedsewing]

Thanks for the feedback. There really was only the padding under the top fabric, which I reused on the board that was in the video. But you are right.

[@ceereyes977]

Oh my gosh!!!! I have wanted to clean that and knew the cutting mat needed to be soaked but like anyone else who has those, had the same issue and couldn’t! You made a perfect video to our common issue!! Wow! Thank you!!!! Oh, and Tula! How adorable is that fabric!!!! Perfect!!!! Thanks for the great inspiration! ❤

[@threadedsewing]

You are so welcome!

[@maryjohudson8059]

My husband purchased this same board for me years ago. I found the fabric side slipped when I tried to use the cutting portion. Having the velcro on the back gives the option of removing the iron pad when you want to cut something. You could even insert no-slip pads on the back of the cutting surface if you find the fabric side slips when you try to cut OR use a pad of no slip material under the fabric when you are cutting.

[@threadedsewing]

These are great suggestions. Thanks.

[@nancy-katharynmcgraw2669]

I wonder about the slight raise to the cutting mat due to the thickness of the 2 straps of hook & loop tape. Did the mat "dip" either hand, Fabric & rotary cutter being pressed to the wrong side of the ironing board? If yes, suggesting a layer (of batting, Flannel or even just some more cotton fabric to raise the nidflr and insides of the board to the same height where the ironing board meets the back of the mat...

[@threadedsewing]

I found the difference of the Velcro wasn’t enough to make it dip because of the padding on the ironing side. It absorbed the difference.

[@lindaedwards9756]

I have that exact board /mat and it looks just like yours did. Now I know how to refurbish it . Thanks so very much!

[@threadedsewing]

Glad I could help!

[@lindaedwards9756]

@@threadedsewing I just ordered a piece of that material for my board. Did you reuse your original batting ?

[@threadedsewing]

Yes. It was just a thin piece of foam.

[@lindaedwards9756]

@@threadedsewing I finally got mine done. I am so happy with it! I kinda impressed myself lol l😂

[@threadedsewing]

Way to go! Glad you did it.

[@weaver7249]

This is a great video - I have the same mat and was just thinking how to cover it. Then, here you were! Thank you.

[@threadedsewing]

Glad it was helpful! Hope your recovering goes well.

[@joannsleeper481]

I have one that I’ve already taken apart to refinish. I was wondering how to get the glue off, great idea. I didn’t know about soaking the board part, I will be doing that too. Can’t wait to see how mine turns out.

[@threadedsewing]

I would love to hear how it turns out? What do you plan to cover it with?

[@joannsleeper481]

@@threadedsewing I haven’t decided on the material yet but it’ll be something out of my stash.

[@joycej9415]

So how did you separate it? She doesn't show that part and don't have a lot of hand strength

[@threadedsewing]

I just pulled it apart. It came apart really easily actually.

[@marniehoisington9241]

Awesome idea!! Thank you for your creativity!!❤

[@threadedsewing]

You are so welcome!

[@ahc1957]

I have this board as well. I covered the ironing mat with muslin. I like your fabric much more. I made a hem and inserted a drawstring to connect mine and tucked between the mats. I didn’t touch the cutting mat. I didn’t know there was something to do about it. I need to do it again. I love this item.

[@threadedsewing]

Yes, it’s such a great mat!

[@SuperBettyboop23]

I totally love that idea thanks so much for sharing❣️✂️🧵🪡

[@threadedsewing]

You are so welcome!

[@reneebrzozowski4777]

Thank you❤Great video...I appreciate all your time and effort-Thank you for sharing!

[@threadedsewing]

My pleasure!

[@elayned6147]

I have a used one of those boards that I will re-finish. Great job 👏

[@threadedsewing]

Thanks for the encouragement! Good luck!

[@MartyLawless-kh2jd]

Thank you!

[@threadedsewing]

You're welcome!

[@kathygann7632]

You could also use a permanent felt pen to redraw the lines on the fabric.

[@threadedsewing]

It’s true but it was dirty too

[@jomercer21113]

I recover my boards with lightweight canvas or duck. It stretches less under use, gives a flatter firmer ironing surface, and is very durable compared to quilting cotton.

[@threadedsewing]

Yes. Canvas cotton was what was originally in it. Thanks for commenting.

[@lisaa4454]

Another idea you could zig zag or serger the edges of your fabric to help with fabric fraying.

[@threadedsewing]

I actually thought about serging my edges for the tutorial but thought seam glue is easier for others to buy if they didn’t own a serger.

[@vivianbunch1963]

I really needed this information. Thank you so much!

[@threadedsewing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kimbeckner9240]

You can purchase leader fabric for longarms also

[@threadedsewing]

Yes, great tip!

[@SewNana]

I cut white material a little larger than the top. I serg the edges and use pins to hold in place. When dirty I just wash and put back on.

[@threadedsewing]

Smart!

[@cyndeparsell9861]

I love the idea of using Velcro to secure the two sides. I bet there would be enough room to slide a ruler to keep safe during travel. Thanks for sharing 😅

[@threadedsewing]

Great point! I think there would be.

[@cynthiasymons]

I have a board Iike this and have used it a lot. However, I wouldn’t buy one new again, because lately when I use it to iron my cotton fabrics the plastic warps. It does go back to its shape after it cools and dries out, but the warping is annoying while I’m trying to work with it. If you just want to hit quilt pieces with a dry iron, it is probably just fine. I have used mine mostly while I make handbags and I need to steam and set seams, etc.

[@threadedsewing]

Wow. That would be annoying! It’s true I use very little steam because I mostly do smaller pieces. Thanks for the feedback.

[@glendaporter4362]

How did you finish the cutting board or did I miss that in your video?

[@threadedsewing]

I added Velcro to the back after I soaked it. It’s in the video. Hope that helps.

[@carolynmckee4295]

I think what she’s asking has to do with the padding. The only place mentioned is at the end when you recommended using heat resistant padding. I’m guessing you cut it exactly the size of the board (and didn’t wrap the padding over the edges of the board?) I went back to see if I missed it too😊.

[@threadedsewing]

I just added the padding that was already on the original ironing mat back on and covered it with the Tula fabric.

[@threadedsewing]

It didn’t extend over the edges.

[@kimbeckner9240]

I think the Velcro will make your cutting surface spongey. You’re better to use the glue

[@threadedsewing]

What is CLEO?

[@kimbeckner9240]

@@threadedsewing sorry… typo velcro

[@threadedsewing]

The cutting mat kinda does that also already so I don’t notice the Velcro much.

[@sevenandthelittlestmew]

Where would someone find a new pad for the ironing side, in case that also needs replacement? Thanks!

[@sevenandthelittlestmew]

Well, it looks like you answered my question at the end! 😂 If you have a link to an online source, that’d be super. Our Joann is one of the Chapter 11 closures, and I’m not sure if Michael’s would carry it.

[@threadedsewing]

Here’s a quick tip…you can probably just go to your local dollar store and snag an ironing cover and use that for your insides. If it doesn’t have enough padding, get 1/2” foam from Michael’s to go underneath the dollarstore ironing cover and just get a cute piece of material to go over top of that! They also sell ironing padding on Amazon as well. Hope that helps.

[@terribishop5313]

Well darn you didnt show what they used under the mat. Great video!!

[@threadedsewing]

Great point! Sorry. It was just a thin layer of foam if that helps.

[@lisaray9582]

How long does the soaking treatment last? How often does it need to be redone?

[@threadedsewing]

I soaked it for 15 mins or so. I do this to my self healing mats once a season.

[@sadiejosiemom]

I have a similar one that is soiled and I need to recover it instead of just buying a new one.

[@threadedsewing]

Go for it!

[@annsheldrake3554]

The two things I wanted to know, you just glossed over. How did you separate the ironing surface from the cutting board in the first place? And you never showed what was underneath the top cover. Did you need to fit new padding?

[@threadedsewing]

I just pulled the two apart. Super easy peasy. I didn’t change the foam that was under the ruined top. I just reused it. Hope that helps.

[@pamsury3969]

What was under the ironing cover? Was it a board with just batting on it or what?

[@threadedsewing]

It was a board and a thin layer of foam. I reused the foam under the new material.

[@Stitching_grandma]

What was the padding under the pressing side? Or did I just miss it? Looks awesome.

[@threadedsewing]

It was the original padding that came with the board. I reused it because it was still okay and usable.

[@pamelakitchens5549]

How did you separate the 2

[@threadedsewing]

I just pulled them apart. Gently.

[@kathygann7632]

I used gingham in a 1” aqua to match my sewing room, but it is fading now.

[@threadedsewing]

I almost used gingham until I saw TP’s fabric and fell in love!

[@krisvanallen]

I had one of those too. The ironing side measurements were not true!

[@threadedsewing]

Good to know.

[@adelaidesocki3595]

Wish I saw this vid before I threw mine out. ☺️

[@threadedsewing]

Oh no! Sorry to hear.

[@dorisschroder6420]

Velcro is a OK idea.. but now you have a gap when you cut and your matt will Crack.

[@threadedsewing]

It’s not significant enough to notice. I think because I always have the padding of the ironing side to make up for it. And the cutting mat is surprisingly stiff and thick compared to self healing roll up mats.

[@zainylainy1]

I’ve found that the cutting mat was horrible to use. It didn’t seem resealable. I like the ironing side but I’ll never use the cutting mat again.

[@threadedsewing]

Yes. You are right. It’s not a self healing mat. After doing this project I thought about making a different one with a self healing mat. I feel like it would be better for my cutters too. But this one is such a great size for travel and it was second hand…cheap!