Well, I finally got around in making a cover for my sewing machine! Thank goodness I am creative enough to figure out how to make it without an official pattern.
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The other day I ran into Ollie’s, for spray paint, to my surprise I ended up buying one 54 x 92 curtain panel. I didn’t need a curtain, but I have a couple of projects to make with the material. One of my projects is a sewing machine cover. I am finally replacing the plastic cover that came with my sewing machine.
Simple Sewing Machine Cover Tutorial
The materials I used:
- 1/2 yard of material
- Sewing machine
- Scissors
- Thread
- Straight pins
- The plastic sewing machine cover
The first thing I did was cut the plastic cover at the seams to use for a pattern. I straighten out my fabric and pinned each cut out piece to the fabric.
Here are the measurements of my 4 pieces:
- a large rectangle – 26″ x 14″
- a small rectangle – 17″ x 7″
- 2 side panels – bottom 8 1/2″ wide – middle 8″ wide – curve top 7″ wide
I cut around each piece 1/2″ for seam allowance.
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Making the front pocket with the smaller rectangle piece.
- Fold over to form a hem to a long edge.
- Pin as you fold.
- Sew the hem with a basic stitch.
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Attach the pocket to the larger rectangle.
- Lay the larger rectangle piece face up.
- Lay the pocket face up on top of the larger rectangle.
- Pin and sew the outer edges with a basic stitch.
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Adding the side panels
To attach the sides to the rectangle pieces, pin edges together. Going from end to end, pinning as you go. Sew a basic stitch.
Cut around the curve seam close to the seam without cutting on the seam. This takes away the bulk of the seam so your curve will lay nicer.
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Last step, hem your cover.
I slipped the cover over my machine to make a bottom hem.
Pinned and stitched with a basic stitch.
I pressed my cover to remove all the wrinkles and here’s my simple sewing machine cover!
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Your sewing machine cover looks great – much more stylish and pretty than the plastic one LOL. Great idea using material from a curtain panel. My machine has waited many years for a snazzy cover, too.
Thanks Allyson. I have two more projects that I need material for, so the extra long panel does the trick. 🙂
This is great idea and makes it even more fashionable sitting on a table. I usually store my mom’s machine away each time I use it but when I finally get a bigger room for crafting I will consider doing this. Thanks for sharing a usual creative idea.
I used to have a sewing desk where the machine would be tucked away underneath it. I sold it like a dummy, but at that time I didn’t have a craft room. I do like having the machine ready to use at anytime.
How perfect for your new craft room! I need to make one for my machine but never seem to get around to it. You have inspired me to get on it! lol! Thanks for sharing Terrie!
I was the same way, Tammy. Always put it off. Love how this blog hop gives me the right moment to make things I put off. 🙂
The cover looks so nice, and adding the pocket is genius! So much better than a plastic cover!
The plastic worked for years, I have always said I want to make a fabric one. This blog hop always pushing me, which I love! Thanks Jenna!
Terrie, what a clever sewing machine cover and I love the pocket! Pinned! Blessings, Cecilia @ My Thrift Store Addiction
Thank you so much Cecilia. The pocket is the best part, I use this often. 🙂
Great project and this couldn’t have come at a better time Terrie! I’ve been wanting to finally replacing the plastic cover on my sewing machine too. I never thought to add a pocket; great idea, so now you’ve got me thinking….
Mine has sat for 3 years with the plastic one. It worked just not as pretty. 🙂 Thanks Sara for hosting this fun hop!
Terri, you never cease to amaze me with your creativity! I love how you made your sewing machine cover! I need to make one! My sewing machine sits out on a cluttered table gathering dust. Thanks for sharing how to sew a cover!
I did have to get creative when it came to making the pattern from the plastic one. Although, it wasn’t much thinking involved. 🙂 Thanks Gail.
This is such a pretty way to cover and protect your sewing machine, Terrie. Thanks for the tutorial. If I ever find a place to keep mine out, it will need a pretty cover, too!
I use to have a sewing machine desk that the machine would fold into the cabinet. I was surprised I didn’t throw the plastic cover away. I am glad I saved it to use it as a pattern. Thanks Ann.