Easy Project 1:
Sewing Machine Cover
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Keeping your sewing machine covered is a great
way to extend the life of your machine. Most
models come with a plain white cover that’s just so
blah! However, you can use it as a guide to create
a fun and more interesting fabric cover. The cover
featured here has a functional side pocket and is
reversible, too. It’s a great way to brighten up your
sewing space!
What You Need
Knowledge of straight seams and
sewing corners
27
x
45-inch (68.5 x 114.25 cm)
piece or several smaller 7
x
8-inch
(17.75
x
20.25 cm) pieces cotton fabric
in coordinating colors
Straight pins
Measuring tape
Scissors
Sewing machine
Iron
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Press and fold under the top edge of the pocket
to create a
3
4
-inch (2 cm) hem. Pin and straight
stitch along the bottom folded edge.
Place the pocket right side up on the bottom
edge of the side piece. Pin and stitch around the
sides and bottom edge. Remove the pins.
With the right sides together, pin the side piece
to the back piece, lining up the edges. Clip a small
slit into the seam allowance, where the side will
turn the corner.
2 3
1
Cover Pieces to Measure and Cut
Front and Back:  pieces, each 
inches ( cm)
Side and Top:  pieces, each 

inches ( cm)
Pocket:  pieces, each 
 inches
(. cm)
Note: This cover fits most standard sewing
machines. To customize the size to your
specific machine, you can measure the manu-
facturer’s cover and make adjustments.
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Start at the bottom and straight stitch up to the
corner. Pivot, and continue sewing across the top
and down the other side.
With the right sides together, pin the front piece
to the other long side of the side piece. Repeat
the sewing instructions in step 5.
Repeat steps 2 through 6 for the inside lining
pieces.
With the right sides together, slide the lining
inside the outside piece. Line up the front and
back pieces and all of the seams. Pin around the
bottom edge.
6
7
4 5
Leave a 9-inch (23 cm) space open
along the bottom so the cover can
be turned right side out.
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Straight stitch around the bottom edge with a
5
8
-inch (1.5 cm) seam allowance. Backstitch at the
beginning and end to secure. Turn the cover right
side out through the opening.
Press the bottom edge flat, and turn the raw edge
of the opening under
5
8
inch (1.5 cm). Fold the
open section in toward the inside to line up with
the seam, and pin.
Topstitch around the entire bottom edge. Press
the cover to remove any wrinkles. Slide the cover
over your machine, step back, and admire your
handiwork!
10
8
9
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