It took me waaay longer than an hour lol but I ended up with a pretty good-looking mat for my sewing machine. I had been about to buy one but decided to see what would happen if I made it myself. I'm so pleased with myself. I still need to work on straightening out my stitching and cutting more accurately, but now I have gotten some experience quilting and I really enjoyed it. Thank you for this tutorial. Later this week, I'll be making a thread catcher.
Your videos are so well done, you move along quickly and choose fabric prints that are so complimentary. Love the little labels. A few years ago I bought a set and then glued them to some flower stick pins. They, of course, stay with the fabric they were meant to be with. I’ll be making this project soon. Thanks Erica.
I have made three of these, but I changed the size on two of them to fit my sewing machines. I love them so much! I also made the thread catches and pin cushions. I love your tutorials and patterns so much!❤️ Thank you for sharing your talent with us. You are a wonderful teacher. My next projects will be your Sew With Me series…both of them 😍 Blessings to you from Minnesota.
Very nice tutorial. Good for beginner quilters. Easy way to learn those tricky techniques. For the larger pocket on the left, suggest it be the size of a ziplock bag. Put the bag in the pocket and use it for sips and scraps. When it’s full, toss and replace.
I am so thankful for this pattern and your video...I made this yesterday for my mom for Mothers day. My last swap I made the pin cushion and scrap catcher. I have learned and feel I can try so many new things. Thank you!!!!! It also was my first attempt at binding so far from perfect but it is done.
Thank you so much for this tutorial! I am new to sewing and I’ve been so intimidated by all the binding tutorials that I’ve seen on the internet, but this is the easiest I’ve seen by far! I actually already have a sewing machine mat started, but haven’t been able to figure out binding until I watched this video. Now I can finish my project without a huge headache! Thanks so much for sharing this!
I just wanted to say thank you so much for the wonderful tutorial. I have just started patchwork and quilting and am beginning with small projects. Your sewing machine mat is just lovely and your step by step instructions helped so much. It was so good to pause, rewind, watch again. I now have a gorgeous mat for my brand new sewing machine. Looking forward to watching other videos and trying something else. Thanks again.
I made this lovely mat this evening. Super easy to make, I’m really pleased with it. I’ve never done binding before, (or mitred corners!) and had to improvise by sewing chunks of fabric together to make one, long piece! I love how it came out, corners too, despite a few hiccups along the way. Thank you 😊
Eric, I truly appreciate and LOVE your tutorials. I made your pin cushion and scrap bag for a swap project. Unfortunately I didn’t take a picture of it but your instructions were spot on. This tutorial was great also and now I’m planning to make this and the scrap bag for a Christmas gift for my DIL! Thank you for taking the time to do these tutorials!
Erica, your tutorial was amazing and very easy to follow. I loved the simplicity of the binding tape and how easy it was to sew in. My mat came out great-I’m making your thread catcher for my sewing machine next. Keep the inspiration coming!
This was my first quilting project. I loved the easy steps. Nothing is straight and I need a lot of practice but I am very happy with it! Thank you. Now I need the thread catcher, off to quilt more!
Hello, I am not a Big sewer or quilter 😋 but was looking to sew a mat for when I do some sewing 😋 project bags or cushions etc 😋 I found this Sewing Tutorial very easy to follow 😁💕 & got some great little tips with your pocket detailing 😁💜 & the easy bias binding without the bias tape maker 😁💕 thank you 😁💜 Erica x
Thank you very much for sharing your time and knowledge, you are very talented quilters, I really enjoyed, i have never make one like that before but I am remodeling my sewing room and this colourful machine cover will look great for decoration and cover at the same time. Blessings
Wow, I just love your videos....beautiful and very easy....I love how you explain everything...you are a very good teacher. Thank you for such fun and creative goodies. I will definitely make this and more from your other videos.
Perfect timing as usual, Erica, was looking for some ideas today to make a mat for my machine after spending the week hunting for tools. Thank you so much, this is perfect. Love your nails ;)
A lovely mat! I made a different one, but this is pretty! I keep one pocket large for throwing all kinds of small tools in, rubber, sharpener, small rulers etc!! However, I would love to make this patchwork panel with the extra little pocket. I do love your fabric choices xx
I also got the 404 when trying to download the pattern. I love your tutorials!! There isn’t a lot of fluff at the beginning, you just jump right in and cover the topic!!! That is awesome. I can’t wait to make this mat so get that pattern issue worked out soon!! 😍
Hi Erica 🙋🏻♀️ I have such a looooong growing list of projects I want to make and this is DEFINITELY one I want to make. I just started sewing like 4ish months ago and I am forever misplacing my supplies... hahaha this will come in sooooooo handy! I think I will attempt this after Mothers Day weekend 👍🏻 Thank you so much 🤗 Great tutorial (as always) ❤️
i was thinking about something like this the other day, thanks, now i don't have to design something...how many watched to see if Erica noticed the bird was upside down, good catch Erica, i would probably have not noticed and have to rip out
Wow this looks amazing and your video is great - I am a beginner and I can't wait to get supplies tomorrow so I can try making this (Will take me much longer than an hour lol) - Thanks for a great tutorial Erica :-)
LOVE your tutorials!! I'll be making this to go with my lil scrap bin/ pin cushion!!! Do you have any suggestions on type of fabric if I wanted to do something like this for a childs/pre teen arts and crafts table? Crayons for the youngest is where I'm stumped. And my pre teen does a lot of crafts with polymer clay.
I just found your channel.
You are the best teacher ever!
I've been sewing for over 35 years but learnt a few new tricks from your vid. Thank you, I'm going to make these for my sewing machines
one of the easiest tutorials to follow by far!! Thank you so much for sharing!
Made this mat this week. I love your tutorials. Do you have a sewing Machine cover tutorial? If not, I would love to see one! 😊
It took me waaay longer than an hour lol but I ended up with a pretty good-looking mat for my sewing machine. I had been about to buy one but decided to see what would happen if I made it myself. I'm so pleased with myself. I still need to work on straightening out my stitching and cutting more accurately, but now I have gotten some experience quilting and I really enjoyed it. Thank you for this tutorial. Later this week, I'll be making a thread catcher.
Thank you for this tutorial I made this mat over the week. It turned out very nice I used vintage fabric ❤️ thank you 😊
Your videos are so well done, you move along quickly and choose fabric prints that are so complimentary. Love the little labels. A few years ago I bought a set and then glued them to some flower stick pins. They, of course, stay with the fabric they were meant to be with.
I’ll be making this project soon. Thanks Erica.
The mystery of binding explained!!! Thank you, it finally all made sense to me!!! Thanks again. Please keep making sewing tutorials!
I have made three of these, but I changed the size on two of them to fit my sewing machines. I love them so much! I also made the thread catches and pin cushions. I love your tutorials and patterns so much!❤️ Thank you for sharing your talent with us. You are a wonderful teacher. My next projects will be your Sew With Me series…both of them 😍 Blessings to you from Minnesota.
I’ve watched several videos for making a sewing machine mat and yours is the cutest! I’ll be making one. Thank you for this great tutorial!!
Thanks so much!
Very nice tutorial. Good for beginner quilters. Easy way to learn those tricky techniques. For the larger pocket on the left, suggest it be the size of a ziplock bag. Put the bag in the pocket and use it for sips and scraps. When it’s full, toss and replace.
I love this sewing machine compartment.
I am so thankful for this pattern and your video...I made this yesterday for my mom for Mothers day. My last swap I made the pin cushion and scrap catcher. I have learned and feel I can try so many new things. Thank you!!!!! It also was my first attempt at binding so far from perfect but it is done.
Thank you so much for this tutorial! I am new to sewing and I’ve been so intimidated by all the binding tutorials that I’ve seen on the internet, but this is the easiest I’ve seen by far! I actually already have a sewing machine mat started, but haven’t been able to figure out binding until I watched this video. Now I can finish my project without a huge headache! Thanks so much for sharing this!
I just wanted to say thank you so much for the wonderful tutorial. I have just started patchwork and quilting and am beginning with small projects. Your sewing machine mat is just lovely and your step by step instructions helped so much. It was so good to pause, rewind, watch again. I now have a gorgeous mat for my brand new sewing machine. Looking forward to watching other videos and trying something else. Thanks again.
I made this lovely mat this evening. Super easy to make, I’m really pleased with it.
I’ve never done binding before, (or mitred corners!) and had to improvise by sewing chunks of fabric together to make one, long piece! I love how it came out, corners too, despite a few hiccups along the way.
Thank you 😊
Just read another comment! YES, a matching sewing machine cover would be WONDERFUL!!
Eric, I truly appreciate and LOVE your tutorials. I made your pin cushion and scrap bag for a swap project. Unfortunately I didn’t take a picture of it but your instructions were spot on. This tutorial was great also and now I’m planning to make this and the scrap bag for a Christmas gift for my DIL! Thank you for taking the time to do these tutorials!
Erica, your tutorial was amazing and very easy to follow. I loved the simplicity of the binding tape and how easy it was to sew in. My mat came out great-I’m making your thread catcher for my sewing machine next. Keep the inspiration coming!
This was my first quilting project. I loved the easy steps. Nothing is straight and I need a lot of practice but I am very happy with it! Thank you. Now I need the thread catcher, off to quilt more!
I’m brand new to sewing and your tutorials are so helpful. Thank you thank you
I love your tutorials, you make it really easy to follow along... I think this will be my next project ❤️
What a fun project! I would never have chosen those colors together, but in doing so you have really put the fun in. Can't wait to try it. Thanks
Total thumbs up, Erica, for another great project!!! Thank you for making it so easy to understand and beginner friendly. God bless you!!!
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You are a very good teacher,. also you are great with your camera, your hands are never in the way. I just started quilting. You have made it fun.
Hello, I am not a Big sewer or quilter 😋 but was looking to sew a mat for when I do some sewing 😋 project bags or cushions etc 😋 I found this Sewing Tutorial very easy to follow 😁💕 & got some great little tips with your pocket detailing 😁💜 & the easy bias binding without the bias tape maker 😁💕 thank you 😁💜 Erica x
Thank you Erica. Your clear instructions makes it so easy to put the whole thing together. It would be nice to have a machine dust cover to match ;D
I have made one several years ago but yours is super cute. I will be making several for friends for sure. Thanks for a great tutorial.
Thank you very much for sharing your time and knowledge, you are very talented quilters, I really enjoyed, i have never make one like that before but I am remodeling my sewing room and this colourful machine cover will look great for decoration and cover at the same time. Blessings
Love your tutorials! Going to go through my fabrics this weekend to make both. A girl has to have a super cute sewing area! 🥰
Part of the fun is your cheerful choice of fabrics
Wow, I just love your videos....beautiful and very easy....I love how you explain everything...you are a very good teacher. Thank you for such fun and creative goodies. I will definitely make this and more from your other videos.
Thank you Erica. This is the best Tutorial I have seen on making a Machine Mat. You are a very good Tutor :-)
Perfect timing as usual, Erica, was looking for some ideas today to make a mat for my machine after spending the week hunting for tools. Thank you so much, this is perfect. Love your nails ;)
I just made this last night for my new machine and it turned out so nice! Thanks for the pattern and easy to follow tutorial!
You are one very clever lady , love all your tutorials, so thank you 😊
A lovely mat! I made a different one, but this is pretty! I keep one pocket large for throwing all kinds of small tools in, rubber, sharpener, small rulers etc!! However, I would love to make this patchwork panel with the extra little pocket. I do love your fabric choices xx
Where do I find the pdf?
I also got the 404 when trying to download the pattern. I love your tutorials!! There isn’t a lot of fluff at the beginning, you just jump right in and cover the topic!!! That is awesome. I can’t wait to make this mat so get that pattern issue worked out soon!! 😍
Sorry, it's fixed now! :)
Hi Erica 🙋🏻♀️
I have such a looooong growing list of projects I want to make and this is DEFINITELY one I want to make. I just started sewing like 4ish months ago and I am forever misplacing my supplies... hahaha this will come in sooooooo handy! I think I will attempt this after Mothers Day weekend 👍🏻
Thank you so much 🤗 Great tutorial (as always) ❤️
As usual your projects are practical and cute. Love it. You are a great teacher!
I followed your tutorial (brand-newb) the binding was wonky, but I'm proud to have it under my machine, thank you for your videos.
Binding is honestly one of the hardest things! But you'll get better every time you do it so keep practicing :)
Thank you for the wonderful tutorial, Erica! Can’t wait to make this for my sewing room. Always appreciate a good scrap buster project, too!
Just made it! Can’t wait to show it too all my pals! So much work but love the outcome! Thanks Érica!
I love your tutorials. You are so clear and really great at explaining. This is one of my next projects. I also made your crochet hook roll!
Erica, Thank you for the great tutorial! I purchased the PDF instructions also and finished mine yesterday. I love it. Great pattern.
Great tutorial! I'm so glad I found your channel. One if my very favorites for sure! This one is on my list, and then the thread catcher.
Thank you so much for this it was so much fun making this. I’ve never made anything with patch work. I was so happy with it.
I just made one with batiks but this one is so cute with the scrappy fabrics..! Guess I'll have to make another one.. Tfs!!
Absolutely love your tutorials and products
Cute idea. Great way to use some leftover scraps too. Thanks for the great video!
Omg I am so thankful I found your tutorial your teaching method is flawless and easiest Ive found so far! Thanks! New sub! ❤❤❤
Erica this is so lovely and useful, I will make one this winter and some for gifts. Thank you for a great tutorial.
You inspire me to sew more.... Love all your stuff....
Made this mat yesterday Loved your video! I would send a pic if I could figure out how to do it😂😂
Such a great tutorial, can't wait to decide which fabric I'll use so I can make my own. Thanks for sharing
Thank you for sharing all of your great tutorials.
Thank you for this tutorial! Made mine over the weekend and I love it!
Great instructions. I'm new to sewing and I made one and I love it. Thank you
Love this project. Think I will make a few as gifts for Christmas.
Love this Erica. Very detailed and easy tutorial. Thanks for sharing! Will be making one.
wow that's another nice project. Thanks for your tutorial. I got an idea in making small one for my manicure set. I hope I can do it.
I made this today and I love it thank you for the great tutorial.
Wow Erica that's so cool. Thank you for showing us. Indeed I will be making this in the near future.
i was thinking about something like this the other day, thanks, now i don't have to design something...how many watched to see if Erica noticed the bird was upside down, good catch Erica, i would probably have not noticed and have to rip out
Love it Erica! Your tutorials are so awesome! Great job and thank you for sharing your pattern! ❤🐢
Love your tutorials, you explain so everyone can understand. Plan on making this. Was wondering were fo you get your letters from
Wow!!! You make it look so easy😊 Such beautiful work. This will be added to my to-do list. Thank you:)
Love your tutorials..you make it easy to follow.
I just made this and I love it!! Your tutorials are wonderful!
Just made this sewing mat - looks super cute. Thanks!
Oh i so love it and the material is darling! Great job hun, Kari
That is stinking cute!! Thanks for sharing! Have a blessed day!
Thank you fir a fantastic tutorial. You make it seem a lot less stressful x
I got all the fabrics I need and will start right now. Wish me luck!
I love your tutorials! Super cute project.
Thank you for this. It is wonderful. Can you do a remote control caddy sometime in the future? Thanks. Love watching all your tutorials. 💗
Beautiful I have learned so much from you I wish you were my neighbor thank you
I want to make this! Best instructions Ive found!
Wow this looks amazing and your video is great - I am a beginner and I can't wait to get supplies tomorrow so I can try making this (Will take me much longer than an hour lol) - Thanks for a great tutorial Erica :-)
Great tutorial, very clear instructions.
You did a wonderful job explaining and doing this. I am gonna make 2 of these.
Cute cute…. Thanks for sharing your talent
Very good and neat work. Thanks for this beautiful tutorial.
I am going to make one over the weekend!! Thanks so much for a great video!
Just followed this to make a fab and useful mat.Thank you!
Cute. You should use your Doug Leko angle ruler from the Sew Sampler Box on those angles. Perfect. Just a suggestion.
looks beautiful and so convenient
Oh my heck!! SUPER CUTE! Thanks for another TERRIFIC tutorial!!
Thank you so much for this amazing tutorial…. I made this and ❤ mine.
LOVE your tutorials!! I'll be making this to go with my lil scrap bin/ pin cushion!!! Do you have any suggestions on type of fabric if I wanted to do something like this for a childs/pre teen arts and crafts table? Crayons for the youngest is where I'm stumped. And my pre teen does a lot of crafts with polymer clay.
Hi! I might try to use my pattern, then just put a layer of clear vinyl on top before sewing on the binding so you can easily wipe it off! :)
Can you do a sewing machine cover tutorial? I looked but didn’t find one on your channel. I would love to make an easy one for my machine. Thank you 😊
fabulous project & definitely going to make one of these for my new sewing machine ❤️
I love your pattern. I did this with some of the tula pink fabrics and it's like perfect together. :D ❤
Can’t wait to make some of there!!!!! Amazing!!! Great idea!!!
Awesome timing! I've been wanting to create something just like this:)💜
That is so cute! You have so many cute tutorials.
I made it , so stinken cute. Thank you, love all your projects 😊
this is so cute - I love your tutorials. Easy to follow.
Hi, Erica. Can you make a sewing machine cover? I have seen some videos but but not that many on this topic. Thanks
I also am doing the cutting of the patchwork squares last so I can use the scraps from the other pieces.
So cool!! Will definitely be on my project list. Thanks Erica!