A sewing machine cover! While re-working my sewing area, I realized the need for a cover to keep my machine clean, dust-free, and in tip top form. I knew it couldn't be a complicated project, or take more than 15 minutes really, because my goal was to complete it with both little ones awake! Ambitious, yes, and kind of crazy.
But, thanks to some ready-made materials, it cut my finishing time down, and I emerged from the (messier) sewing room 15 minutes later with a completed project. Here's what I did:
Gather your materials. I used a dish towel from Target, which measured 18" x 28." Add to this a pack of double-fold bias binding in a coordinating color and you're set.
Now, simply cut four ties from the bias binding. I made mine about 15" long, because I like to tie big bows:) Fold under each edge of the tie to enclose the raw edge, and edge stitch the open edges of the tie closed.
Fold your dishtowel in half, short edges together, and decide where you want your ties placed on each side. Mark this area with a pin on each side. Carefully pin a tie to the marked area on your towel sides, placing the end of the tie on the wrong side of the towel, overlapping about 1/2."
This is how it should look when the dishtowel is folded...
And here's a view of the ties with the towel unfolded.
Sew the ties down securely, and repeat for the other side.
Done! Now you can either leave it plain, or embellish to your heart's content. Put it on your machine and enjoy!
I think this is something even my sad sewing skills can accomplish. Thank you and have a great week.
Posted by: Tracey | 04/04/2011 at 07:27 AM
Great idea! I do love things made of dish cloths! My cover is really lazy - an old embroidered PJ case which I just sort of throw over the top - I think I might have to try the ties idea, it will make it look like I put a bit of effort into it! :D
Posted by: Mousy Brown | 04/05/2011 at 11:39 AM
I just love this! Quick, attractive, and practical. Thanks so much for posting!
Posted by: Candace | 04/06/2011 at 08:03 AM