This dual purpose sewing space organizer has double pockets and a removable thread catcher to keep all your notions at hand and your workspace tidy. It goes from under to {machine} cover when not in use with side ties to keep it in place.
Click here to download the PDF pattern.
I also shared a pattern hack for adding a handle opening to this pattern, shown below, if your sewing machine has a carrying handle and you can find the directions for that here.
I have hosted several sew alongs for this pattern and you can find the previous posts here, they contain some additional tips, tricks and tutorial links.
If you have any questions about the pattern, feel free to contact me anytime. Tag your photos with #undercovermakermat so everyone can be inspired!
lillyella 
I’m so excited you’ve released this! I’ve been looking forward to making one for my machine 😀
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Ah! You saw it before I emailed you… I referenced your PP tutorial in the pattern and I hope that’s ok with you! Cant wait to see your version!
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I didn’t even notice the link at first 😉 I just skimmed the pattern and marked it for later sewing. I’m drowning in projects at the moment!
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what a brilliant idea! I have a thread catcher but keep all my other tools just strewn on the table…not good as they often find their way to the floor 😦 And the fact that this doubles as a machine cover is even better! Can’t wait to make one. Thank you so much for the pattern 😀
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You’re welcome! I’d love to see a picture if you make one!
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I finished a smaller mat tonight (I only had FQs). How do I send you a pic?
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Oh, an email would be great! Nicole @ lillyella.com – thanks!
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I’ve been looking for a machine cover and thinking about a way to keep organized. Boy, this is everything I need. Thank you!
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I’m so glad you like it! Please show me if you make one!
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Such a great idea, going to make some for my church sewing group. We make burial gowns for premature babies. Good way for each to keep up with their own tools.
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Wow – this is a great sewing mat. I’ve put it in my “To Make” folder!
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Love this pattern! I was just searching for a perfect mat with a thread catcher and this one is exactly how I pictured it! Thank you!
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Thank you for this! I’ve been dying to make something like this and yours is perfect!!!
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Oh thanks so much! I hope you enjoy the pattern!
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I tried downloading it but it’s telling me the document is password protected.
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Hi there! The pattern can be opened and printed using Adobe Acrobat or PDF reader. It’s only password protected if you try to open it in a different program.
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Hopped over from Sharon Holland Designs and I’m so glad I did! Thank you for this tutorial; it’s brilliant! …and because it will “tidy up” my work space my husband thanks you too!
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unable to see the tutorial about the project. Am i missing something. I can get the pattern
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Hi Patricia! There is a line in the post that says ‘click here to download the PDF pattern. This will save the file to your computer (wherever you have your browser settings setup to save files) or it will open it automatically after download. Thanks!
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Is there any way to get this in a completed pattern form through the mail? I hate PDF patterns.
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Hi Pam, I’m sorry, since this is a free pattern, it is just available for download. If you do not have a printer, you can have the file printed for you at a local copy shop or office supply store. Thanks!
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I am not having any luck in opening the pattern either on your web site or craftys
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Hi Jean, I emailed you the file. Please let me know if this works for you. Thanks! ~ nicole
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Hello,! I just wanted to tell you how much I love my new undercover maker mat! It cuts down on the mess when I’m sewing, since it all has it’s place within arm’s reach 😀 Here is a post I did about mine:
http://pondripplefabric.blogspot.com/2016/03/project-photos-undercover-maker-mat.html
Thanks for making this amazing pattern!
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Oh Im so happy to hear you enjoyed the pattern! Thank you for sharing your post, I absolutely love it!!
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Thank you as this is perfect especially for taking to my sewing retreat
Ros in Tasmania
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thank you for the pattern! made one today!
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I must be completely blind but I read through the tutorial several times and cannot find the PP pattern for the butterfly. My PDF is 7 pages. What am I doing wroing?
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Hi Linette,
You will find the information about the butterfly charm block at the top of page 2.
Thanks!
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Great tutorial. I just linked to it in my latest blog post.
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Hello, I was looking for some undercover for my sewing machine and yours is very nice. I will send you photo of mine. A big kiss from Spain
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Hi
I’m a novice to sewing but desperately want to make this as a gift to my mother in law. I have some technical material questions as I’m in UK and not so familiar.
Batting – is this same as wadding and what weight do i need (choices are 70g, 200g and 270g)
Fusible fleece and interfacing – are these the same? What are the types needed if buying in UK? Thanks
Tania
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Hello Tania! Well, since I’m not in the UK, I am not familiar with your terms or what you have available. I believe batting and wadding are probably the same thing, but I do not know the differences in those weights you mentioned. I think some google searching would probably give you better answers than I can provide! Fusible fleece and interfacing are not the same thing. Both are Pellon products and you can read more about their properties on their website: http://www.pellonprojects.com/products/. This may help you recognize what a similar material in your area would be. I hope this helps a bit! ~ Nicole
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Best idea EVER!!!
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Thank you so very much for the sewing machine cover! Can’t wait to try and make. 🙂
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Thank you for this pattern!
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I am so spazzed and proud of myself for completing this project! It turned out beautifully! Thanks for sharing this pattern. How can post a picture?
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I just love this! I’ve been wanting to make one for my sewing machine for a long time. Thank you!
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I made your undercover mat/machine cover for a quilt-friend who will be caravanning. She loved it. Dual usage was the deciding factor for me to make it. I made half the pocket as a zippered section for ease of storing often-used tools when travelling.
I’ve just bought a new, lighter machine to take to weekly craft! so will be making a mat/cover to use. Maybe make a full zipper so I can contain my bits & pieces while travelling. My new machine only has a plastic bag to tuck in!! Easy to lose!
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Sorry, I should have said THANK YOU.
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Merci beaucoup. J’espère réussir à bien comprendre vos explications.
Thank you very much
Amitiés
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Again, super excited to do a sew-along and I am inviting my guild mates to join in too, I just shared this page’s link with them so they can get the pattern from you!
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I just discovered your lovely pattern, and plan to make it as part of my sewing room makeover. I am also thinking it could be adapted to be a bedside organizer – with the flat part tucked under the mattress!
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thats GENIUS!!
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Hi Nicole,
I can’t thank you enough for this wonderful sewing mat pattern. I rarely make anything for myself but I am so happy with how mine turned out.
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What a beautiful and practical sewing machine mat!! Thank you!
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I made this organizer and not only was it fun to make, it’s gotten me waaay more organized at my machine. Thank you!
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Hi, thank you for this pattern, however not too sure why when i click on the link to the PDF nothing happens. I only have windows virus protection on my pc so I don’t think it is that. Do you have any suggestions please?? I have seen several patterns that as a new sewer I would like to try
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I finished mine today and it came out a little bit different because I have only been sewing for a year and still haven’t gotten around to learning how to quilt except for just squares lol
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Hi, love the pattern but I am unable to download it
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Is this pattern still available? It is gorgeous and I’d love to make it! I love I’m West Australia. Thanks. Dale
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Yep! There are links to download it in the post. Enjoy!
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yep! There are links to download the pattern in the post. Enjoy!
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