Make a mat for your machine and you'll not only have a pretty surface where your machine sits, you'll have handy storage pockets for the tools you use most often. You can customize the size to fit any machine you have in your sewing space!
I have two versions of this custom machine mat for you. The first one was created using a Brother machine that falls into a category of machines that are a bit below mid range, meaning it's an affordable machine with features that can take you beyond beginner sewing. I'm referring to the Brother Pacesetter PS200T model.
You can create a similar mat using nothing more than a straight stitch for the cross hatch lines of quilting, a zig zag stitch for attaching the appliqués, and decorative stitches to define the pocket spaces. Below you'll see what the finished mat looks like.
I have two versions of this custom machine mat for you. The first one was created using a Brother machine that falls into a category of machines that are a bit below mid range, meaning it's an affordable machine with features that can take you beyond beginner sewing. I'm referring to the Brother Pacesetter PS200T model.
You can create a similar mat using nothing more than a straight stitch for the cross hatch lines of quilting, a zig zag stitch for attaching the appliqués, and decorative stitches to define the pocket spaces. Below you'll see what the finished mat looks like.
You'll find complete instructions for this version on the official Brother blog when you CLICK HERE.
Version Two of the mat was originally featured on It's Sew Easy TV show 2006-2
This one has embroidered pockets as shown in the photo below:
This one has embroidered pockets as shown in the photo below:
Would you like to watch the show? I've included it here for your convenience. You'll find coordinating downloadable instructions when you CLICK HERE.
Pockets on this mat were created using a special fill stitch feature in the Brother Luminaire machine, with the fill added right in the embroidery mode.
Brother Dream machine owners and those who have the Stellaire model have a feature call My Design Center. Machines with this feature have the capability to create a similar pocket using shapes and fancy fill stitches. I thought you might like to know how to make this pocket style with My Design Center machines so I made a 5 minute video for you.
Brother Dream machine owners and those who have the Stellaire model have a feature call My Design Center. Machines with this feature have the capability to create a similar pocket using shapes and fancy fill stitches. I thought you might like to know how to make this pocket style with My Design Center machines so I made a 5 minute video for you.
Between the videos and the written instructions, you'll be able to create your own custom mat and spruce up your sewing space with something practical and pretty! Enjoy!
P.S. I'd love to know to hear from you and read your comments! If you've made one of these or plan to do so, please let me know!
P.S. I'd love to know to hear from you and read your comments! If you've made one of these or plan to do so, please let me know!
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