Homemade Sewing Room Accessories

HOMEMADE SEWING ROOM ACCESSORIES

Here are a few accessories that I have made for helpful organizing and just decorating for my sewing area.  They are good warm up sewing exercises to do in your spare time.   You won't believe it, that I made these from 2 packages of pillow cases (4 standard pillow cases) from our local MarketPlace, PriceRite to make these accessories, its amazing how you can get so many things made from 4 pillow cases.   2 Sewing Machine Covers, 1 Serger Cover, Pincushion, Needle Holder, etc.

 

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Sewing room accessories encompass a variety of items to enhance the sewing experience. These include essential tools like pincushions and rotary cutters, haberdashery, and decorative elements. Sewing enthusiasts often seek practical items, such as seam presses and handmade bobbins, as well as items suitable for gifts. A well-equipped sewing room is a blend of functionality and personalization, with tools and accessories tailored to individual needs and preferences. The availability of books with project ideas and detailed instructions adds to the convenience and inspiration for sewers.

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Here are some great sewing room accessories you can sew yourself, including sewing machine covers and other useful and decorative items:

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🧵 1. Sewing Machine Cover

• Purpose: Keeps your machine dust-free and stylish.

• Style ideas: Quilted, patchwork, or with custom embroidery.

• Tip: Add pockets for foot pedals, manuals, or tools.

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🪡 2. Thread Catcher / Scrap Bag

• Attaches to your sewing table

• Collects fabric/thread scraps as you work.

• Optional: Add a weighted pin cushion on top for a dual function.

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🧷 3. Pin Cushion Variations

• Wrist pin cushion: Convenient while sewing.

• Mason jar pin cushion: Lid doubles as storage.

• Magnetic bowl: For catching pins easily.

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✂️ 4. Tool Organizer Mat

• Sits under your machine

• Has slots for scissors, seam rippers, pens, etc.

• Can be quilted or made with heavy canvas for stability.

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🧵 5. Sewing Machine Foot Pedal Pad

• Prevents the pedal from slipping.

• Can be made with rubberized shelf liner on the bottom.

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🪡 6. Fabric Bins or Baskets

• Organize fabric scraps, threads, or notions.

• Stiffen with interfacing or batting.

• Add labels for easy access.

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🧺 7. Ironing Board Organizer

• Fits over a tabletop ironing board.

• Pockets for spray bottles, measuring tape, and small tools.

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🧵 8. Wall Hanging Organizer

• Multiple pockets for storing zippers, patterns, notions.

• Great way to use up fabric scraps and keep your area tidy.

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🪛 9. Needle Book or Case

• Keeps sewing needles organized by size/type.

• Use felt or soft fabric inside; button or tie closure outside.

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🧵 10. Rotary Cutter & Ruler Holder

• Keeps cutting tools upright and safe.

• Can be sewn or built with wood and lined with fabric.

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Sewing Room Accessories

 

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Piecing And Patchwork

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 Piecing and Patchwork

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Patchwork piecing is a fundamental sewing technique that involves 

sewing together smaller pieces of fabric (or patches) to create a larger, flat design. This technique is frequently used to make quilt tops, but it can also be used for clothing, bags, cushion covers, and other textile projects. 

How Patchwork Piecing Works:

The basic process of patchwork piecing involves: 

• Selecting and preparing fabrics: Choose fabrics with complementary colors and patterns, cutting them into the required shapes and sizes for your desired design.
• Sewing the patches together: Stitch the fabric pieces together with a consistent seam allowance, usually 1/4 inch, either by hand or machine.
• Pressing the seams: Iron the seams flat after each stitch to reduce bulk and ensure your patchwork lays neatly. 

Common Patchwork Techniques:

• English Paper Piecing (EPP): A hand-sewing technique that uses paper shapes as a guide to create intricate designs. Fabric is folded around the paper templates (commonly hexagons, known as hexies) and then stitched together.
• Foundation Paper Piecing: A method used for joining small pieces of fabric to form complex patterns or designs. It utilizes foundation paper rather than templates for construction.
• Strip Piecing: Stitching strips of fabric together in repeating patterns and then joining the strips lengthwise to form larger pieces. 

Patchwork Blocks:

Patchwork designs are often made from individual patchwork blocks, which are pieced squares or units created from repeating shapes to form patterns within the block. Examples of common blocks include: 

• Log Cabin
• Nine Patch
• Flying Geese
• Ohio Star
• Half-Square Triangles
• Quarter-Square Triangles 

Patchwork vs. Quilting:

Patchwork and quilting are often used together in projects like quilts, but they are distinct techniques. Patchwork is about creating the top fabric design by joining pieces, while quilting is the process of stitching together the three layers of a quilt (top, batting, and backing) to create a finished item. 

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Patchwork piecing sewing is a quilting technique where small pieces of fabric—often called patches—are sewn together to form a larger design, usually a quilt top. It can range from simple geometric patterns to intricate, artistic layouts.

Here’s a basic overview to get you started:

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🧵 What You Need:

• Fabric scraps or pre-cut fabric (like charm packs, jelly rolls, etc.)

• Rotary cutter, cutting mat, and ruler

• Sewing machine (or needle and thread for hand sewing)

• Iron and ironing board

• Thread (cotton is common)

• Pins or clips

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✂️ Basic Steps:

1. Choose a Pattern
   Start with something simple like:

   • Four-patch

   • Nine-patch

   • Half-square triangles (HSTs)

   • Log cabin

2. Cut Your Fabric
   Use a rotary cutter and ruler for precise pieces. Consistent size is key for accurate seams.

3. Arrange the Pieces
   Lay out your blocks on a flat surface or design wall to decide on placement and color flow.

4. Sew the Pieces Together

   • Use a 1/4" seam allowance (a quarter-inch foot can help).

   • Chain piecing speeds up the process.

5. Press the Seams

   • Press to one side or open, depending on the pattern and your preference.

   • Pressing sets the seams and reduces bulk.

6. Join the Blocks
   Once your smaller units are complete, sew them together to form larger sections, then the whole top.

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🧩 Techniques & Variations:

• Foundation paper piecing: For precise, complex designs.

• English paper piecing (EPP): Hand-sewn, great for portability and intricate shapes (like hexagons).

• Strip piecing: Sew long strips together, then cut into units—great for speed and consistency.

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🎨 Tips:

• Stick with high-contrast fabrics to make patterns pop.

• Pre-wash your fabric to prevent shrinkage or bleeding.

• Use starch to keep fabric crisp for cutting and sewing.

• Practice accuracy—even small misalignments can grow over time.

Examples of Piecing in Patchwork!

4 4 x 4 inch squares pieced together with 3 being decorative pattern and 1 plain.   Take one of the decorative patterns and cut into triangle shape and the same with the plain.  Then piece together one of each with the other to form one side decorative and the other plain.

 

Sewing Of A Patent or PU Leather Pouch Made with Clipchamp

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