Wool Quilt Block Design Boards That Can Be Cleaned Properly | Easy How-to

Are you tired of flimsy project boards littered with threads from the multitude of projects you’ve had on them? This video is for you! See how I make durable, cleanable boards that will last. Enjoy!
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[@quiltgram3056]

Feaverishly machine quilting a very special graduation quilt as watching. Using my domestic machine so taking a bit of time. It’s for a special grandson and we all know he’ll love it. Planning on sending a picture in for one of the Friday shows.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Awesome!

[@gailnash298]

After taking the time to make 4 design boards, I bought a Value Pack of 5 various sizes of artists canvas on sale at either Michael's or Joann's (can't remember which store). I use them plain right after I unwrap the pack, and it works just fine for me. The canvas surface is rough enough to hold my fabric! Quick and easy! Nothing fancy but works just fine for me....

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great tip! I may try this next!

[@sherryfaires7931]

I like the idea of stitching the binding. I might try one with a decorative stitch. I do think using 3” strips was a great idea! I wish I had thought of that before I made mine. The muslin does add a nice clean finish that doesn’t conflict with your blocks!

[@patricialeshkow6387]

Like it, very neat and adding the topstitch would really make it "pop" , but still be simple.

[@gretroman8235]

Nice video. Never thought of wool for project board. And the topstitching and washing tape to secure back is a great option. Very inspirational video.

[@deloresrast8543]

The boards look great!!! Thanks Sheri!!

[@IndecisiveQuilter]

Your boards turned out great! I make my own boards, too. I use Heat & Bond Ultra strips ironed onto my 2.5" binding strips and then carefully iron them in place - I stand the boards vertically on one end and iron on the very edge (cut edge) of the board first to make sure they're secure, then the front and lastly the back. As long as you don't hold the iron on the board too long, it doesnt warp/melt the foam. I like to use leftover binding strips. And it's much easier to cut the boards first and then attach the batting and trim. That Temu cutter looks scary.

[@jeanniebrown82]

One can also use flannel to cover the design boards. Works well.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Right!

[@tearose3763]

Your boards came out cute👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Made mine too, lil foam board from dollar store ($1 each 24x 36) + batting + my binding, i hot glued it lightly it didnt show! Felt would work! Thank you for making videos, its nice to have quilting friends close by.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I don’t know what possessed me to buy that expensive board. Joann’s was out of their 20x30 pieces for $3.19, so I crossed the street to Michaels

[@coquetscache]

I love your project boards! Great video :)

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@BanburyGal]

You can stitch through that board easily with your machine to sew the binding on. Doesn't hurt the machine at all.

[@marlapavelzik9766]

Wait and buy the wool at Joann's until you have a 40% or 50% off regular price coupon. Nice job Sherri!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I should’ve checked for a coupon 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@chrisclark9862]

I like the topstitch idea on the binding! I have some leftover wool batting, so I think I'll try it next time I make one.

[@beckysouk2510]

Love the idea of wool batting?

[@anncantlin9710]

Love yourboards

[@michele6708]

Interesting approach to cleanable design boards. You are definitely making Cadillac design boards! I like the idea of using a good sturdy base. I am more utilitarian about it. I use flannel or batting scraps and non-permanent adhesive like tape on cheap foam core board. Flannel can be removed and washed, and I always have plenty of batting scraps so I can change it out when it gets to the point where it doesn’t come clean with a lint roller. I made 5 14” boards so I can have lots of blocks/projects laid out and they store neatly in a stack, even with blocks laid out. I may need to make some bigger ones for the larger blocks I have been making lately.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great tips!

[@virginiaminer4574]

Very nice!

[@gisellejones1139]

Good tutorial Sheri..inspired to make one...was thinking of using a stretched canvas ...l ordered the wool mat cleaner..have a nice holiday😊

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Go for it!

[@user-xz4em5hh1p]

Also, I did my boards with glued bindings and your tips on decorating the bindings is great. ❤

[@jenihansen7201]

I need to make one of these.

[@genawalter401]

Dollar Tree has 20x30 foam board for $1.25. I just may try it and see if it comes out as nice as yours.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great to know!

[@user-xz4em5hh1p]

I use ART BOARDS for stability.❤

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I will try this too! Thanks!

[@patricialoomis9682]

Great job. ..you are so creative!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you! 😊

[@SandyDenney-so5ms]

I'm going to be quilting a meander pattern on my home sewing machine. My 1st queen size. Yikes....

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You can do it!

[@janicecahill4045]

I got some foam core board at dollar tree. It cost $1.25.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

That’s a much better price!

[@jennaforesti]

Will the black side work with chalk or something similar for notes or plans to go with the project?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Sure will!

[@karenbrunette6314]

Great tutorial I have a question could you use the double sided steam a seam tape instead of glue?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I don’t see why not. I’ll try it and let you know

[@quiltmaker8461]

Try double sided heat tape or 1/2” steam a seam or cut to size

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yes! I will

[@mignonnerogers6848]

I like this! Was it difficult to put the wool batting, (was it wool batting or wool fabric?) on the board after the spray adhesive? I agree to keep it plain, I want to audition the block with no interference! 😂. I have been waiting months now for the larger boards to come back in stock, I have some foam core and will be doing this. Thank you Sherri 😊

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Wool batting. It’s a bit difficult to find 100% wool fabric. I would have preferred it. The wool batting laid onto the glue sprayed board was super simple.

[@shirleylutterbeck859]

Shave your 12 by 12. The one where the roller no longer wotks

[@amberwilhite776]

Could you use felt?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Probably could, if you can find it by the yard. The squares are too small at 10x10

[@lynnperschke3966]

What are you making with Tilda fabric?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

The free Tilda Berry Wreath pattern tildausa.com

[@auntdodo1sews]

I would felt the wool. ( wash it)

[@anncantlin9710]

How about two pieces of cardboard

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You could try it!