Learn how to sew your fabulous selvedge strips into a dust cover for your sewing machine. With the quilt as you to technique, it will sew up easily.
There’s something about a pile of selvedges that’s hard to throw away.
You trim them off, set them aside, and before long you’ve got a stack that feels too good to waste—but not quite sure what to do with them either. This month’s Make and Take project solves that in a really practical way.
We’re turning those saved selvedges into a sewing machine cover that’s not only useful, but a great way to showcase all those favorite fabric lines you’ve collected over time.
A Project That Uses What You Already Have
This one is all about using your stash—specifically those selvedges that tend to pile up. Each strip brings in a little bit of color, print, and memory from past projects. When they come together, it creates a scrappy look that feels cohesive without trying too hard.
It’s one of those projects where nothing has to match perfectly, and that’s part of what makes it work.
Materials Needed:
- selvedge scraps
- batting
- spray basting glue
- fat quarters for lining
How To Access The Pattern & Get Sewing
So glad you’re here! This project is part of our Patchworkers Plus membership, where we sew together all month long. Inside PW+, you’ll find the full Block of the Month pattern, step-by-step videos, and a friendly group of quilters cheering you on (and sewing right alongside you).
If you’re not a member yet, you can join anytime and get instant access to this month’s project—plus all the past BOMs, bonus Make & Take Monthly Pattern, workshops, replays, and our sew days and show-and-tell sessions. We’d love to have you join us.
Just looking at getting the pattern? Get access to inside the Make & Take Monthly Membership here.
Quilt-As-You-Go Makes It Manageable
Instead of building the whole piece at once, this cover is made using a quilt-as-you-go method. That means you’re working in sections, adding selvedges as you go and quilting at the same time.
It keeps things moving forward without feeling overwhelming, and you don’t end up with a big bulky piece to wrestle under the machine at the end.
If you’ve never tried quilt-as-you-go before, this is a good place to start. The steps are simple, and the video walks you through each part.
Lined and Made to Fit Your Machine
This isn’t just a decorative piece—it’s meant to be used.
The cover is fully lined, giving it structure and durability so it can actually protect your machine from dust and wear. Inside the PDF pattern, you’ll also find instructions to help you custom size the cover to fit your specific machine.
No guessing or hoping it fits—you’ll be able to measure and adjust as needed.
A Quick Finish That Feels Good to Complete
This project is designed to be a fast finish. You can work on it in short sessions and still see progress, which makes it easier to stay motivated and actually get it done.
It’s the kind of project you can start and finish without it sitting in a pile for months.
And when you’re done, you’ve got something useful sitting right in your sewing space—a reminder that even the smallest scraps can turn into something worthwhile.
What’s Included This Month
As part of Make and Take Monthly, you’ll get:
- The full PDF pattern
- Step-by-step video walking you through the process
- Instructions for customizing the size to your machine
Everything is set up to keep it simple and doable.
If you’ve been holding onto selvedges and waiting for the right project, this is a good one to pull them out for.
Becky Jorgensen is the creative quilter behind Patchwork Posse, the Patchwork Planner and her online quilt group Patchworkers Plus. You can find her patterns in books, magazines, and her quilt membership. Gather your quilting supplies, organize your sewing space, explore the process of disappearing quilt blocks, or finish a free quilt pattern. I'll help you use what you have, finish what you start and make your quilting journey fun!
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