EZ Blocking Boards (Spaceboard)

Sew E-Z Large Blocking Board, 51"x33" opened

Large Blocking Board 33"x51"

$76 ($20**)

** SHIPPING NOTE: Due to the dimensions and weight of the large board, a shipping fee of $20 will be applied to the cost of the board. Shipping costs: will be altered on your sales receipt at time of shipment, most likely reduced, based on what the factory bills me. In the lower 48 U.S. states shipping has ranged from $14 - $25. Alaska & Hawaii & Canada has really jumped in price for UPS ground $62.00 maximum. NO SHIPPING outside of USA & Canada.
I'm not in the business to make money on shipping, so I pass on exactly what the factory bills me.

I know this is bad news, and any savings I can get on the board will be passed on to you. If taken care of and not abused, this blocking board could very well be the last blocking board you will need. I've have mine for many years now and it is still in top-notch condition.

RETURNS NOTE: The return shipping cost is beared by the customer, if you decide to return the blocking board. Boards MUST be returned to Angelika's, not to the factory, or credit will not be issued. No refunds on shipping. With return authorization number from Angelika, a lower restocking fee of 5% will be applied to the cost of the board. So it is in our best interest to make your decision carefully. Although, this truly is the best, highest quality blocking board you will see.

This is the large blocking board.  I've folded it to show you how it folds, how the handles can come together for easy toting, and it also shows the nice felted back of the board.  So soft I even block on my hardwood oak kitchen table!

The Sew E-Z Board (large 51" X 33")is constructed of extremely durable heat-resistant materials. The toplayer of heavy duty denim is gridded and padded with a water-resistantlining. The bottom is covered in felt-like fabric toprotect furniture surfaces. This unique work surface allows thesewer/crafter to: 

PRESSMEASURE PIN BLOCK STEAM LAYOUT FUSE Folds in half and has a handle foreasy carrying. Has pin-through measured grid. 2 year warranty on materialsand workmanship. 

HOW IS IT USED? SEWING Press fabrics andtissue pattern pieces; use grid for pattern adjustments; measure and pinpleats; use next to the sewing machine for press-as-you-sewconvenience. 

HOME DECORATING/ NO SEW PROJECTS Press largerprojects without constant repositioning; fuse roller shades and otheroversized fabric pieces; use grid lines for fast hem making of drapes,etc.

KNITTING/ NEEDLEWORK Water resistant liningallows you to block knits, needlepoint and cross-stitch projects directlyon the grid.

Small EZ Blocking Board 18"x24"

$44 ($15**)

If your needs are for a smaller size, but the same great features, you will want the Small EZ Blocking Board.

I use it for baby garments, swatches and pressing doilies !!

Fiber Fantasy's Blockers Kit ® ($27 + $2 add'l sh ** )

It's not your fault that the stockinette stitch curls, or cable and rib knit fabrics sometime shrink intoo much. What can you do when fairisle knitting puckers, tuck stitchlooks like a waffle, or your sweater is not quite the size or shape you thought it would be? Blocking your sweaters before you put them together could greatly improve the final product. You'll do this by slightly stretching or spreading this over-elastic fabric while lightly steaming it.

Now you don't have to use a million pins when you block. Just insert these stainless steel, rust-proofwires along the edge of your unfinished pieces. The Blockers stop the curling so you can easily pin and steam to your desired measurement. Blockers act as a handle for every edge of your knitted piece. No longer will you need to pin every inch unsatisfactorily "scalloping"the edge of your knitted piece. Try our Blockers kit and you'll wonder how you ever lived without them.

Blockers kit includes more than enough to do a sweater: 8 (36") 4 (18") stiff Blockers, two27" flexible Blockers (for sleeve caps and armholes), 30 T-pins and a yardstick for measuring. Blocking instructions are included.

**To keep the wires and ruler from damage, I can only ship these sets in a USPS Priority Mail Tube. While the kits are very light, the tube jumps the weight up to 2 lbs.

Blockers Refill Kits 10 - 18" ridgid wires

Blockers Refill Kit 10 - 36" ridgid wires

Blockers Refill Kit 10 - 27" flexible wires

In this video you will learn:

• How to block using Blockers or blocking wire sets.. 
• How to treat various fibers.
• Two methods of joining shoulder stitches for a flawless and invisible seam.
• Learn how to pick up around the neck edge.
• How to pick up the side of a drop shoulder sweater and knit down towards the cuff.
• For machine knitters see how to cast off 1 x 1 ribbing so the end looks as good as the beginning.
• Learn how to install a set in sleeve and see how to do the best invisible side seams ever.
• How to begin the edge of the seam to get the most even edge.
• Learn how to install zippers, weave in ends, make reversible seams for afghans, improve the look of cardigan bands.
• How to lengthen and shorten knits, and more. . .

Long Pins, heat resistant and can be ironed. Pin heads make them easy to grab! Sturdy but thin shanks make the slide smoothly into the blocking boards. This is what I use! 100 pins in a hard clear plastic box.

Jiffy Steamers

Whether to damp block, steam block or iron is a controversial subject with knitters and crocheters. It is good to have tried all types of blocking and to use whatever method works best for the type of fabric you have produced.

I work alot with wool and wool blends. Wool, alpaca, mohair, etc (not angora) really need a nice steam blocking in my opinion. The stitches which once looked "wrinkled" will now look relaxed and professionally finished. The key is to not "press" the fabric, flattening the texture.

The Jiffy Steamer I have is the J2. At the time, it was the only one available through my distributor. I've used it for removing wallaper and the teenagers loved it for their dressier dates. It still is steaming away, 15 years later. With appropriate care, it could be the last steamer you will buy.

J-2 Steamer

This is the model I've been using for 15 years. The stats on it says a 2-minute warm-up, but I think it is less.

It has a solid brass heating element, 1300 watts of steaming power. An impact resistant 1-gallon water reservoir. I think the one I'm using is the original one. I don't recall ever replacing it. But replacements are available. Just lift it out and take it to the sink to fill it. A full gallon lasts for about 2 hours.

Also 360 degree swivel casters for mobility and that's nice. I'm always pulling and pushing it around. The external case is metal, and often it is my foot that manipulates it around.

This unit incorporates many of the same components found in the commercial grade steamers and, with proper maintenance, will provide years of service.

Both models have a fusible link with automatic shut-off for safety.

J-2000 Steamer

This is the first time I've seen the J-2000. I have had many opportunities to work with it yet. The literature says the Model J-2000 has the same lightweight, flexible hose and easy-roll casters for mobility as the Model J-2, but with an updated design and several ergonomics features. This model heats up in 1 minute.

The external case is a heavy weight-industrial plastic. Quite ridgid. They call it high-impact polymer outer housing. Comes equipped with a clear, plastic 3/4 gallon water reservoir with a no-drip check valve system, a 5 ½ foot flexible hose with a plastic steaming head.

The low profile, easy-to-handle water reservoir holds three-quarters of a gallon of water for 1.5 hours of steaming.

Jiffy Steamers are made in the USA !!!

Jiffy® STEAMER 1 YEAR LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY

The Jiffy Steamers ship UPS, from the factory, usually within 2-3 days. Shipping/Handling come to $16.30 for the steamer. If you order other items, those will be shipped and billed separately for shipping.

J-2 Steamer with Metal Steam Head with Wooden Handle

Same as the J-2 above, but with a wood handle and metal steam head. When asked, Jiffy Steamer told me that it was just a bit more durable than the plastic head that comes with the basic model. My 15 yr old model has a plastic head. I have "missed" the holder and the handle has hit the floor, but since my floors are carpeted, no damage was done. But it may be something to consider for your work area.

J-2000 Steamer with Metal Steam Head with Wooden Handle

Same as the J-2 above, but with a wood handle and metal steam head. When asked, Jiffy Steamer told me that it was just a bit more durable than the plastic head that comes with the basic model.