Tutorial: Non-slip sewing machine mat organizer and thread catcher

This sewing machine mat will help keep your sewing tools close at hand. The mat has a non-slip Amy from Friends Stitched Together shares a tutorial at So Sew Easy showing how to make one. The mat has a non-slip backing to keep it from sliding around (and possibly taking your machine with it). Pockets on the top of the mat will hold a seam ripper and other small notions. And hanging from the side is a little thread catcher pocket. She shows how you can cut all the pieces to get it all from a 1/2 yard of fabric.

Click below to go to her tutorial:

Non-Slip Sewing Machine Organizing Pad, by So Sew Easy

[photo from So Sew Easy]

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!