Simple, Fast Design Board Tutorial | Quilters Must Have!

All Quilters Need A Design Board! In this DIY tutorial, Teancum whips up a portable design board that you can customize for your sewing room.
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0:00 Intro
0:40 What You'll Need
1:06 Secure The Top
4:24 Secure The Edges
7:08 Finished Product
#DIYdesignboard #designwall #sewingproject

[@SewYeah]

Like our DIY content? You should make your own ironing board: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n53SYWuuo6yCjLs

[@cherylcurlee3279]

You could also use flannel and tape it to the back using duck tape, as staples will pull out of that board easily

[@SewYeah]

Great ideas! We love hearing everyone's tips to make it work best for them 🙌🤗🙏 Thanks for watching!

[@sandybartlow3061]

Love that. I made a portable design board with the tri-fold school project board.

[@SewYeah]

Such a great idea! Thanks for sharing. We'll have to try that 🙌🤗 Thanks for watching!

[@landarogers9926]

I put thick flannel on mine. My friend put a grided material on hers. I even made a travel one. Flannel lined table cloths work great for bigger travel projects. Just roll it up. Love all of mine.

[@SewYeah]

That's a great idea!

[@annsimmons3367]

This is exactly what I needed to see! Thank You!! 🎉❤

[@SewYeah]

You are so welcome!

[@auntielhandmade2099]

Great idea, I have felt that I was planning to tack to the wall. This is better since it won't damage the wall

[@SewYeah]

Yes, that's one reason we love it! We hope you love it! Happy quilting! ❤

[@vr6410]

Hey Teancum loved this idea. I need to make one now. You guys are so smart. God bless

[@SewYeah]

We hope you can make one and you love it! Thanks for the awesome compliments and blessings. Same to you! 🙏❤🤗 Thanks for watching!

[@kellybroussard4880]

I've used my design boards for 7 years. I originally had them standing in my dining room but now they are mounted on the wall in my sewroom. I use them to display blocks and spray baste my quilts.

[@notesfromleisa-land]

I baste my quilts on the wall too. Game changer!

[@SewYeah]

Awesome! Design boards are so amazing! Thanks so much for watching and happy quilting!🙌❤

[@annskaehill7090]

How did you mount yours?

[@kellybroussard4880]

@@annskaehill7090 I screwed them to my wall but there are lots of brackets that you could use.

[@pamelacasey1699]

Thank you, a very step by step design wall tutorial! Well done!

[@SewYeah]

Glad it was helpful!

[@brandim5074]

OH my gawshness at all the hair!! Thank you Teancum for the reminder of this being here.

[@SewYeah]

You are welcome of course!!

[@grandmommu8815]

The difficult part is getting the foam board home without it blowing out of the pickup truck (4 x 8 size sheet). LOL.

[@SewYeah]

😂😂😂

[@lizreynolds4554]

Helpful and easy. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@SewYeah]

Glad it was helpful, and easy!

[@faithsmith7431]

I have two insulation boards I need to cover. I purchased good quality flannel to cover my boards. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@SewYeah]

Awesome! We hope it is working out great for you! Thanks so much for watching ❤👍🙌

[@nancygrissett6280]

Great idea. Can't wait to make this for my new sewing room.

[@joanmcfadyen]

Excellent portable design wall! Next on my to do list!

[@SewYeah]

Awesome! We hope you were able to make a great one 👍🙌😊 Happy quilting!

[@notesfromleisa-land]

My foam core board sits on a piece of aluminum bracketing. It keeps the board from kicking out. Mine leans against the wall and is 2 panels. It slides easy-ish. Double pronged jewelers pins are great for securing heavier items. I also baste my quilt on the design board

[@SewYeah]

Great ideas! We are so glad you have a good system! Thanks for watching and happy quilting🙌❤

[@MsChris23456]

Best instructions so far. Thanks

[@SewYeah]

We are so glad you liked the video and the instructions were helpful! Thanks for watching. Happy quilting!

[@emmonstrex65]

Awesome tutorial!

[@SewYeah]

Thanks so much for watching! We are so glad you enjoyed the video. See you again soon!🎈😊

[@melissiadjohnson8399]

I definitely need one of these, thank you guys!,,

[@lynevans4855]

Nice job!! I have fleece pinned to a bedroom wall buy its not really big enough for alot of what I do. This is a great alternative!

[@SewYeah]

So glad to hear you liked the design board! We hope you are able to use the video to make any awesome one! Thanks for watching!🙌😊

[@kristing9154]

Gonna make one for me now!!

[@SewYeah]

Wonderful! We hope you were able to make a board and you love it! Happy quilting💕🤗🙌

[@stephver]

Great idea and pretty quilt!

[@SewYeah]

Thanks for watching! We are so glad you like the quilt. Hope you can make one soon 😂🎈🙌

[@glorygracek.1841]

This is definitely helpful! Thank you! Love the idea of using the foam bourd and making it portable.

[@SewYeah]

Yay! We are so glad you like the ideas! We hope you can make one to help design amazing projects ❤🎈💕

[@berylsly8455]

Nice to see how to videos again! Thank you!

[@SewYeah]

Hooray! We hope you enjoyed the video. See you again soon! 🎉😊❤❤

[@bettygentry9672]

Awesome idea! Thanks.

[@SewYeah]

We're so glad you like it!! Thanks for watching!

[@baseballquilter8984]

I wish I could make one. Sadly I don't have the room for such a large piece...Great tutorial. Thank you!

[@dianagrant9479]

you could make a smaller one with foam board from the Dollar Tree. 2ft x 3ft pieces,

[@SewYeah]

Thanks for watching! You can definitely make one any size to fit your space. Happy quilting!

[@ShirleyWilliams-mk3lf]

Love it.

[@SewYeah]

🙌❤ We are so glad you loved the design board! See you again soon!

[@cheriharris7227]

Love this idea, y'all are so clever!

[@SewYeah]

Thank you! We are so glad you love the idea and hope you can use it to design amazing quilts 😊🙌❤ See you again soon!

[@peachycheeks4394]

Great tutorial. Thanks T

[@SewYeah]

👍🙌😊 Thanks so much for watching! We are so glad you enjoyed the video.

[@nancyguss6739]

Great tutorial Teancum

[@SewYeah]

Thanks so much for watching. We are glad you liked the tutorial. We hope to see you again soon. 🎈💕🙌

[@johncassani4610]

That is a great design wall and very simple to make! Thank you so much!

[@SewYeah]

Thanks for watching! I am behind with these comments.

[@maryannnations2993]

Love it thank you

[@SewYeah]

We are so glad you liked the design board idea! We hope you can use it to create some amazing quilts! Thanks for watching 😊❤🙌🎈

[@beverlygraham3281]

Getting ready to make a third for classes! Thanks! This was great…the ironing tip was appreciated 😊

[@SewYeah]

😍😍So sorry I am just catching this .I am trying to catch up on the comments. Hope to do better in the future. Thanks for watching our lives. We appreciate it !!!!!!

[@Happybidr]

Thanks, Teancum, this is super helpful for me. I didn’t know about that backing with such depth to it. Very functional.

[@SewYeah]

We are so glad it is helpful! We hope you can use it to make a great design board and amazing quilts! Thanks for watching! 😊❤

[@lindamcfarland437]

Love your Quilting friend

[@SewYeah]

😍😍So sorry I am just catching this .I am trying to catch up on the comments. Hope to do better in the future. Thanks for watching our lives. We appreciate it !!!!!!

[@janetbillington286]

Love it!

[@SewYeah]

Thanks

[@revawray5665]

Loved it

[@SewYeah]

So glad to hear you love the design board. We hope you can make one soon! Thanks for watching🤗🙏🙌

[@sherrydoubleday3660]

Thanks T for that idea. I used to have a flannel backed tablecloth attached to an upstairs wall. No one could see it and it worked great. I love your fabric and I watch Tuesday and Saturday nights.

[@SewYeah]

Great way to improvise! Sounds awesome! We hope this idea helps to make things even easier for you ❤🙌😊 Thanks so much for watching!

[@jannawhitten2473]

Going to make one for my new craft room!

[@SewYeah]

Yes!! Thanks for watching!

[@laurasantana7207]

Wow! I’ve been trying to make one for years and never thought about using that for the backing! Thank you so much for sharing!!!

[@SewYeah]

Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching!!

[@lynnemartin2291]

Perfect. 🤗

[@SewYeah]

🎈🎉😊 We are glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks so much for watching!

[@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509]

Hello and that is such a great idea! I had a busy but productive day in my sewing room and just got a chance to sit and watch your video. I hope you have a lovely week ahead. Thank you for sharing your video and your expertise.

[@SewYeah]

Thanks so much for watching! We hope it was a nice addition to your sewing day ❤😊 We hope you have a great week creating! 💕

[@nbc911]

Fabulous thank you

[@SewYeah]

We're so glad you like it! Thanks for watching! See you next time! 🎈❤😊

[@roxeannesexton8447]

Nice thanks for sharing

[@SewYeah]

Thanks so much for watching! We hope you loved the video! ❤🙌🤗

[@paulajohnson420]

I just moved & need to put my design board in front of a window now & this is exactly what I had planned to do. Thanks for the demo.👏🏾

[@SewYeah]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jamiewillhite6355]

I put spray adhesive on my sliding closet doors. Then I put batting up. Love them.

[@SewYeah]

Awesome! That sounds perfect!

[@jeanielipskey1272]

Yes, my husband and I made one. Instead of batting I used fleece, and it has worked fine.

[@SewYeah]

Great idea! We hope you love it. We're sure your quilts are looking amazing! Happy quilting 🎈🎉❤

[@nrobinson7951]

Thanks for sharing, this very nice

[@SewYeah]

😍😍So sorry I am just catching this .I am trying to catch up on the comments. Hope to do better in the future. Thanks for watching our lives. We appreciate it !!!!!!

[@terryboyd4352]

i DIDN'T KNOW IT WAS SO EASY. a PROJECT FOR TOMORROW.

[@SewYeah]

Fantastic! We are so glad the video made this great project seem doable! We hope you are able to make one and it is super helpful. Thanks so much for watching!❤🎈🙌

[@maryharvey724]

I like it. I will make one!

[@SewYeah]

Thanks for watching!!

[@terisafitzpatrick2350]

Great tutorial Teancum, now if I can get myself a table that long to make this, I'd be in business. Maybe your next tutorial could be how to make a quick set up table to cut yardage on. Just kidding.....maybe.

[@juliamckenzie4510]

You don't need a table, Just use 2 sawhorses. Then, if you don't mount it to the wall, you can use the back as a table anytime you want to. I live in rv and store it under my mattress.

[@dcwatashi]

And do it outside. I can’t believe he wasn’t using a mask when he was spraying all of that basting spray on. I was gonna suggest leaning it up against a wall outside of your house. And maybe using those clamps that you can buy from the dollar store I forget with a really called just to hold the batting in place you would probably need an extra pair of hands but it could be done

[@SewYeah]

Great ideas in the comments on how to make and store the board without a huge table. A quick set up table to cut yardage... Sounds amazing!😂😂 Thanks so much for watching! We hope to see you again soon ❤😊

[@robynofoz]

Good morning from Melbourne Australia

[@SewYeah]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching! We hope you enjoyed the video 🙌😊❤

[@carmenrodriguez956]

Love the tutorial! Thank you very much! Also love the tulip quilt(at the end) Do you have a pattern?

[@SewYeah]

Thanks for watching! We are so glad you like the design board. We love that quilt too! It is called Copihue Quilt Pattern by Cotton and Joy. We are sold out at the moment but hopefully will be getting it again soon. See you next time! ❤🤗

[@baseballquilter]

I went out and bought the same foam board from Lowe's 😎. I used flannel and T pins instead of staples. I didn't spray it but, I may go back and do that. I also just lean it against the wall this way I can move it from room to room. Thanks Teancum!

[@SewYeah]

😍😍So sorry I am just catching this .I am trying to catch up on the comments. Will do better in the future. Thanks for watching our lives. We appreciate it !!!!!!

[@baseballquilter]

@@SewYeah no need to apologize. I know you are all very busy! Keep up the good work!

[@barbarawiedrich9699]

Flannel backed table cloth from the dollar store works great cost=$2.00

[@SewYeah]

Great idea!! Thanks for sharing. See you again soon! 🙌🙌🤗

[@kathyb.8769]

excellent!! now waiting on the batting sale for all that batting and I'm good to go...

[@dcwatashi]

Barbara said go to the dollar store and buy a flannel back tablecloth for dirt cheap

[@donnahafer5604]

@@dcwatashi I have used the flannel backed tablecloths from the Dollar Store also ; they work well :)

[@SewYeah]

😂😂 We hope you were able to join us for the batting sale and got enough to use for the design board ❤🙌🤗 Happy quilting!

[@kathyb.8769]

@@SewYeah no!!! I missed the dang batting sale that was my own idea!!!

[@awa1179]

I made two like this. I did not staple the material to the back, I used heavy duty tape. And I used Command Velcro strips to attach to the wall. Because I used tape on the back, the Command strips could attach to the tape on the boards.

[@SewYeah]

Great ideas! We hope you love the boards! Happy quilting! 🎈🎉😊

[@sandan2358]

Excellent, thank you! Can I use flannel instead of batting? If I want to make it wider how do you hold the 2 pieces of foam board together in the center?

[@SewYeah]

We have had people use flannel and say it works great. You can check at your local hardware store to find a board big enough for what you would like to make. Thanks for watching!

[@abbie1285]

Exactly what I wanted to do! Will the batting sag eventually? Is there a way to stabilize the batting for long term?

[@SewYeah]

Over time and with use, the batting will likely deform a little bit. But it should take a long time for the material to deform, so I would not worry about it! Plus, I believe you can pretty easily remove it and replace it!

[@eddraromero8142]

Hello love it. However what if you need it wider would you put two together side by side but not connect them?

[@SewYeah]

That's a thought!!!

[@lindadavis8082]

Great job! ?.is the foil side optional,or necessary??

[@SewYeah]

It's great for holding on the batting, but you can try other options that work best for you! We hope you love it! Thanks for watching! ❤🤗

[@ladyduffield]

LOL Zach!

[@SewYeah]

😂😂🙌 It's always a good time around here! Thanks for watching!

[@gailtipps834]

I like this design board much better the the crappy one that’s like putting a tent together and I bet it’s much cheaper

[@SewYeah]

It is super cost effective and easy to make! We hope you can make one soon! Thanks so much for watching 😊❤🙌

[@KittenParadise]

is there a link to the batting you used? I've never bought this before and unsure of the products online, it looks different than yours. Thank you!!

[@SewYeah]

I am behind seeing these comments. Sure hope you have that question answered by now.

[@didibardwell1961]

Did you use the cotton batting for this or polyester?

[@SewYeah]

You can use either, whatever you have and prefer. An 80/20 works great too. Thanks so much for watching! 😊🎈🙌

[@TheHawkeyeQuilter]

Curious as to the depth of the insulation board you and most people use with success; looks like they come in 1, 1.5, and 2 inch depths.

[@SewYeah]

Whatever your preference is! Anything is great!

[@vickyadams3007]

What type of batting did you use? Also what heat did you use?

[@SewYeah]

😍😍So sorry I am just catching this .I am trying to catch up on the comments. Hope to do better in the future. Thanks for watching our lives. We appreciate it !!!!!!

[@pamelavance648]

Velcro command adhesive..removable

[@SewYeah]

Such a great idea! We love hearing everyone's ideas and suggestions. Thanks so much for watching and we hope you enjoyed the video. Thank you!

[@marywhalen364]

This totally makes sense, except I would use scent free basting spray.

[@SewYeah]

👍 Great thinking! 😂 Thanks for watching!

[@debladue4481]

What depth did you use? It comes in 1, 1.5 and 2 inches. If I get it to thin will it bend when just leaning?

[@carolinekoehn465]

We bought 3/4 and it has a bow/bend to it. I would recommend 2 inch thickness.

[@SewYeah]

It is really your choice

[@LottieSue]

L brackets, I can't imagine how to do that. Also, is batting or flannel better?

[@SewYeah]

😍😍So sorry I am just catching this .I am trying to catch up on the comments. Hope to do better in the future. Thanks for watching our lives. We appreciate it !!!!!!

[@jeanniescrochetcreations4978]

I can see my cat climbing up it😂😂😂😂😂😂how many cans of 505 did it take??? 😂😂😂😂

[@SewYeah]

😂😂😂 Yeah, that would be something! I guess the cat can't be allowed in the sewing room lol 😂😂 The 505 actually goes a long way 🙌👍 Thanks so much for watching! ❤🤗

[@michellegallas9916]

Could use a pool noodle to help roll it out

[@SewYeah]

😍😍So sorry I am just catching this .I am trying to catch up on the comments. Hope to do better in the future. Thanks for watching our lives. We appreciate it !!!!!!

[@rosesbaker]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@SewYeah]

😊🎈🙌 Thanks for watching!

[@susiesharp4661]

Do uou know of a way to make a portable wall to take to class?

[@SewYeah]

That is a good question. Maybe something to think about!!!!

[@jannawhitten2473]

What size board did you use.?

[@SewYeah]

We aren't sure of the exact measurements, but we used a larger board for the store. It's probably about 5 x 8-ish feet. You can use any size that is good for you and your space! Thanks so much for watching and we hope you enjoyed the video!

[@ufoquilter86]

will the staples stay in?

[@SewYeah]

😍😍So sorry I am just catching this .I am trying to catch up on the comments. Hope to do better in the future. Thanks for watching our lives. We appreciate it !!!!!!

[@4kassis]

synthetic or cotton batting?

[@SewYeah]

Either one Thanks for watching!

[@rosejensen7855]

Teancum, I bet you use lots of tape when wrapping 🎁 too. 😉

[@SewYeah]

😂😂 Birthdays are crazy lol! Thanks for watching!

[@ettalanuti7926]

Why not spray the back, too?

[@SewYeah]

You can for sure! However works best for you! Thanks so much for watching 🎈🙌😊

[@ellebrown6560]

I don't know how much your batting and spray is, but I live in BC, Canada, 5.56 oz or 158g of basting sray is$32.00 and you don't want to know how much our batting is! I'e tried hanging flannel, I've tried thin fleece and thick fleece, my stinking squares won't stick, stay up like everyone elses do!! WHY????????

[@SewYeah]

Sorry to hear you're having trouble! You can try using straight pins to hold up the squares, but we like to use batting. It seems to work the best for us. Good luck! Thanks for watching!

[@SewYeah]

Sorry to hear you're having trouble! You can try using straight pins to hold up the squares, but we like to use batting. It seems to work the best for us. Good luck! Thanks for watching!

[@joyscranfield5527]

watched you make washable ironing board & now your design board...great job/video on both. but at this time, I have no idea💡 where I would store them😒🙄

[@SewYeah]

Thank you! We are really glad you enjoyed the videos. So many great ideas, so little space! 😪🤗❤ See you again soon!

[@MsPatlock]

I have a black Doberman Pincher who is very “helpful”. His hair goes everywhere, even in rooms he is not allowed in. While the white allows me to find every single wayward hair, I think it would drive me crazy keeping it clean. I wish they had black batting! I’ll probably find something colored or speckled so it won’t be so noticeable. I wonder if the batting can stand up to lint rollers every day?

[@FromSagansStardust]

Use fleece, any color you like!

[@SewYeah]

Fleece is a great idea! The lint rollers should work too. We hope you were able to figure out something great! Thanks so much for watching! 🙌❤

[@rosemarythorward1568]

​@@FromSagansStardust what side of the fleece do you use.

[@FromSagansStardust]

Most of the fleece I've seen, both sides are pretty similar. @@rosemarythorward1568

[@dcwatashi]

Anytime you are using basting spray you’re supposed to be doing it in a well ventilated area. But that’s a guy for ya. And wear a mask Lord knows we have plenty of those around

[@SewYeah]

😂😂 Luckily it's a big building and not an enclosed space lol 🤦‍♂️No excuses on the mask these days, you are right 🙏😂 Thanks for watching!

[@mary-ruthflores4107]

Just a warning, if you smell an order while spraying glue, you are inhaling glue, please wear a mask!!

[@SewYeah]

Great tip! Thanks for looking out for Teancum! ❤🎈🙌 Thanks for watching!