Ready to start quilting — or looking for the perfect first Madam Sew purchase? The Quilting Starter Kit puts five of our most useful sewing tools in one bundle, at a price that removes every reason to wait. Everything here was chosen to help new quilters work more accurately, more comfortably, and with a lot less frustration.

You get the tools to set perfect seam allowances, mark and erase fabric lines, hold fabric without pins, thread your needle in seconds, and keep your seams laser-straight — session after session. Each tool is a proven Madam Sew bestseller, now bundled together for Worldwide Quilting Day.

This kit is ideal for anyone starting their first quilt, picking up the hobby again, or gifting a friend who keeps saying she wants to try quilting.

Why You'll Love It

• Perfect Seams from Day One — The Seam Guide Ruler and Magnetic Seam Guide work together so you always sew at exactly the right seam allowance — no guessing, no re-measuring, no crooked blocks.
• Mark It, Then Make It Disappear — The heat erasable pens let you mark seam lines, quilting designs, and dart placements freely, knowing one pass of a hot iron erases every trace — no washing required.
• No More Pin Pricks — The 50 multicolor sewing clips hold fabric flat and even without a single pin, making binding, hemming, and layering faster and safer on any fabric type.
• Thread Your Needle in Seconds — The Needle Inserter and Threader does the hard part for you, making it easy even if your vision or hand steadiness makes traditional threading a struggle.
• Five Tools, One Great Starting Point — This bundle covers the most common beginner frustrations in one purchase: inaccurate seams, hard-to-remove marks, shifting fabric, and threading woes.

Specifications

1. Seam Guide Ruler 

• Material: Sturdy transparent plastic
• Dimensions: 5½" × 2½"
• Color: Fluorescent yellow-green (high visibility)
• Markings: 16 needle holes for seam allowances from ⅛" to 2" in ⅛" increments; 45° trim line; ¼" pivot marking cross; ¼" and ½" measurement lines on side
• Includes: 1 Magnetic Seam Guide (steel with strong magnet; approx. ½" × 2"; 1.09 oz)
• Compatible with: Most household sewing machines with a metal needle plate; works best for seams ¼" and wider
• Includes printed user instructions

2. Sewing Clips — Multicolor, 50 pcs

• Quantity: 50 clips per box
• Dimensions per clip: 1" long × ⅜" wide; opens to ½"
• Colors: Red, orange, yellow, blue, green, pink, purple (multicolor mix)
• Material: Plastic body with steel spring (contains nickel)
• Features: Raised round teeth for firm grip; flat back and sides to prevent puckering; seam allowance markings on base at ¼", ⅜", and 3/16"
• Use: Clipping binding, hemming, holding fabric layers; safe alternative to pins on laminate, leather, vinyl, silk, and satin

3. Heat Erasable Fabric Marking Pens + Refills

• Quantity: 4 pens (white, black, red, blue) + 4 free refills (1 per color)
• Tip size: 0.7mm fine writing point; 0.35mm line width
• Ink type: Heat-erasable gel ink
• Erasing method: Iron at minimum 180°F/80°C; also removable with hairdryer or tumble dryer on high heat
• Use within 5 months of purchase; store tip-down, tightly capped
• Works on nearly all fabrics — test on scrap first; extra care with non-washable fabrics (e.g., silk)
• Important note: Marks may return if exposed to temperatures below 32°F/0°C; rare ghost marks can be treated with Amodex®
• Comes in its own carrying pouch with pocket-clip pen caps

4. Magnetic Seam Guide 

• Material: Steel with strong embedded magnet
• Attaches to: Metal needle plate/throat plate of sewing machines
• Use: Set desired seam allowance width; guide fabric edge against the guide while sewing for consistent, straight seams
• Best suited for seam allowances of ¼" and wider; requires at least 1.5" of clear metal throat plate surface
• Note: Will not adhere to plastic needle plates
  

5. Needle Inserter and Threader for Sewing Machines

• Material: Plastic
• Length: 3 inches
• Weight: 0.18 oz
• Two-function tool: One end threads the needle (pin pushes thread through needle eye); opposite end is a needle inserter (tiny hole holds needle for easy insertion into machine)
• Compatible with: Sewing machine needles size 70/11 and larger; also works with serger and overlocking machine needles; double needles
• Includes printed user instructions

How to Use: 

1. Set your seam allowance with the Seam Guide Ruler. Place the ruler on your machine's needle plate under the presser foot. Lower your needle into the hole matching your desired seam allowance (e.g., ¼"). Press the Magnetic Seam Guide against the ruler on the needle plate. Remove the ruler — the magnet stays in place as your fabric guide.
2. Mark your fabric with the heat erasable pens. Choose your pen color (white for dark fabrics; red, blue, or black for light fabrics). Write seam lines, quilting designs, or placement marks directly on your fabric. Allow white ink a few seconds to become visible. Store pens tip-down and tightly capped when not in use.
3. Clip your fabric layers into place. Push a sewing clip wide open and place it along the edge of your fabric — just as you would a pin, but without the prick. Use the seam allowance markings on the clip base to position clips consistently for hemming and binding.
4. Thread your sewing machine needle. Slide your thread from right to left through the slit in the Needle Threader. Slide the threader down the needle until the pin pushes the thread through the eye. Use the small hook to pull the thread all the way through. Works best with needle sizes 70/11 and larger.
5. Insert a new needle when needed. Use the needle inserter end of the threader tool — place the needle into the small hole and guide it into the machine's needle clamp without touching the sharp tip.
6. Sew with the Magnetic Seam Guide in place. Guide your fabric edge along the magnetic guide as you sew. It holds firmly on the metal needle plate and won't shift mid-seam.
7. Erase your marks when done. Heat your iron to at least 180°F/80°C and press over any marked areas. Marks disappear completely with heat — no washing needed.

Every quilter reaches a point where the basics click — and the right tools are what get you there. The Quilting Essentials Kit brings together six of Madam Sew's most trusted tools: a 100% wool pressing mat, replacement rotary blades, a seam guide ruler, sewing clips, a ruler grip, and heat erasable marking pens.

Together, they cover the four things you do in every quilting session: press, cut, mark, and hold. No more hunting down tools one by one. This bundle gives you what experienced quilters reach for every time they sit down at the machine.

It's a great next step after the Starter Kit — and an even better gift for an intermediate quilter who's ready to level up.

Why You'll Love It

• Crisp Seams Start with the Right Surface — The 100% New Zealand wool pressing mat absorbs and radiates iron heat from both sides at once, giving you noticeably flatter, sharper seams with fewer passes of the iron — something a standard ironing board simply can't replicate.
• Five Fresh Blades Mean Five Projects of Perfect Cutting — Sharp blades aren't just faster, they're safer. The SKS-7 tungsten steel replacement blades glide through multiple fabric layers, felt, and vinyl without pressing hard or skipping, so you cut accurately every time.
• Move Your Ruler Without Moving Your Fingers — The Ruler Grip's suction cup attaches firmly to any smooth quilting ruler, letting you reposition it cleanly and keep your fingers well away from the rotary blade — a small tool with a big safety payoff.
• Set Your Seams. Mark Your Lines. Erase Them Clean. — The Seam Guide Ruler sets accurate seam allowances from ⅛" to 2", while the heat erasable pens let you mark cutting lines, quilting designs, and pivot points freely, then iron them away when you're done.
• Six Tools That Work Better Together — This is a complete cutting, pressing, marking, and holding system for the serious quilter — each tool designed to support the others throughout your entire project workflow.

Specifications

1. Wool Pressing Mat 

• Material: 100% felted New Zealand wool
• Size: 17" × 13.5"
• Thickness: Approx. ½"
• Features: Naturally fire-resistant; absorbs and radiates iron heat for pressing from both sides simultaneously; textured surface grips fabric to prevent stretching and puckering
• Use: Pressing seams, quilt blocks, hems, appliqué, patchwork, embroidery; replaces ironing board for tabletop pressing
• Includes: Reusable transparent vinyl storage pouch with snap closure
• Note: Steam and moisture may seep through mat — protect wood or delicate surfaces underneath; natural wool may have slight odor when wet (normal)
• Cleaning: Blot stains with white vinegar solution (¼ cup vinegar + 2 cups lukewarm water); do not machine wash

2. Rotary Cutter Blades — 45mm, 5-pack 

• Quantity: 5 blades per pack
• Blade size: 45mm
• Material: SKS-7 tungsten steel; precision-ground edge
• Compatibility: Fits most major brand rotary cutters including Fiskars, Olfa, Clover, and Madam Sew
• Features: Numerical demarcations on each wheel blade; designed to outlast conventional carbon-steel blades
• Use: Cutting multiple layers of fabric, felt, vinyl, leather; the 45mm is the all-purpose size suited for straight cuts, curves, and general quilting
• Installation: Unscrew center hub, remove dull blade, slip in new blade, replace hub
  

3. Seam Guide Ruler + Magnetic Seam Guide

• Material: Sturdy transparent plastic (ruler); steel with strong magnet (seam guide)
• Ruler dimensions: 5½" × 2½"
• Color: Fluorescent yellow-green
• Markings: 16 needle holes for seam allowances ⅛" to 2"; 45° trim line; ¼" pivot marking cross; ¼" and ½" side measurement lines
• Magnetic Seam Guide: Approx. ½" × 2", 1.09 oz; attaches to metal needle plate
• Compatible with: Most household sewing machines with metal needle plates; works best for seams ¼" and wider
• Includes printed user instructions

4. Sewing Clips — Multicolor, 50 pcs 

• Quantity: 50 clips per box
• Dimensions per clip: 1" long × ⅜" wide; opens to ½"
• Colors: Red, orange, yellow, blue, green, pink, purple
• Material: Plastic body with steel spring (contains nickel)
• Features: Raised round teeth; flat back and sides; seam allowance markings at ¼", ⅜", and 3/16"
• Use: Binding, hemming, clipping quilt layers; pin-free alternative on laminate, leather, vinyl, silk, satin

5. Ruler Grip — Ruler Handle with Suction Cup 

• Material: Plastic handle, rubber suction cup
• Dimensions: Suction cup diameter 2¼"; handle height 2½"
• Attaches to: Any smooth-surface quilting ruler or template via strong suction cup
• Features: Locking handle mechanism; removable and repositionable between rulers; stores flat in unlocked position
• Use: Safe, firm grip while cutting with a rotary cutter; keeps fingers clear of blade; easy ruler repositioning while marking and measuring
• Note: Requires clean, dust-free ruler surface for suction to hold; does not attach to slotted rulers

6. Heat Erasable Fabric Marking Pens + Refills

• Quantity: 4 pens (white, black, red, blue) + 4 free refills (1 per color)
• Tip: 0.7mm fine point; 0.35mm line width
• Ink type: Heat-erasable gel
• Erasing method: Iron at minimum 180°F/80°C; or hairdryer/tumble dryer on high heat
• Use on nearly all fabrics; test on scrap first; extra care with silk
• Store tip-down, tightly capped; use within 5 months of purchase
• Comes in carrying pouch with pocket-clip pen caps

Instructions

1. Press your seams on the wool mat. Place the mat on a flat, heat-resistant surface near your machine. Press quilt blocks, seams, and hems directly on the mat — the dense wool radiates heat back through your fabric for flat, crisp results with fewer passes. Protect wood surfaces from steam seeping through.
2. Mark cutting lines and seam positions with the heat erasable pens. Choose your pen color (white for dark fabrics; red, blue, or black for lighter ones). Mark directly on fabric — the lines stay visible as long as you need them. When done, press with a hot iron at 180°F/80°C minimum to erase completely.
3. Attach the Ruler Grip to your quilting ruler. Clean both the ruler surface and the suction cup with a damp cloth. Pull the grip handles open, press the suction cup firmly onto the ruler, and close the handle to lock. Grip the handle to move the ruler precisely — and to keep your fingers safely away from the blade.
4. Set your seam allowance with the Seam Guide Ruler. Place it on your needle plate under the presser foot, lower your needle into the hole matching your target seam width, then press the Magnetic Seam Guide against the ruler. Remove the ruler — the magnet stays as your sewing guide.
5. Clip fabric layers in place. Push sewing clips open wide and place along fabric edges — just as you would a pin, but faster and without the prick. Use the base markings to clip consistently at your chosen seam allowance.
6. Cut with fresh rotary blades. When your current blade begins to skip or drag, swap in a new 45mm tungsten steel blade: unscrew the center hub, remove the dull blade, insert the new one, and replace the hub. A sharp blade requires far less pressure — and is much safer.
7. Replace blades and pen cartridges as needed. Keep this bundle working at full capacity by swapping in fresh pen refills (tip-down storage extends their life) and rotating blades before they drag.

A tidy sewing space isn't just satisfying — it's faster. When your fabrics, patterns, notions, and finished quilts all have a place, you spend less time hunting and more time making. The Quilter's Organisation Kit brings together four of Madam Sew's best storage solutions to cover every stage of that journey.

You get a large see-through Project Bag for works-in-progress, the Carry-All Multi-pocket Binder Bag for patterns and tools, a 6-Pack of Binder Pockets to slot inside the binder bag and sort by project, and a Quilt Storage Bag to protect finished quilts in the closet or on the shelf.

Together they organise your space from the cutting table to the completed quilt — at home, at retreats, and everywhere in between.

Why You'll Love It

• One Bag Per Project, Everything Visible — The clear-mesh Project Bag holds all fabric, patterns, notions, and tools for a single project in two pockets, so you can grab it and go without searching. The transparent design means you see everything at a glance without opening a single zip.
• Your Patterns and Tools, All in One Bag — The Carry-All Binder Bag combines a 1" 3-ring binder with 7 built-in zip-close pockets, so your patterns stay with your tools — no more separate boxes and folders for the same project.
• Six Pockets, Six Projects, Zero Confusion — The Binder Pocket 6-Pack slots straight into the Binder Bag's 3-ring binder. Each see-through pocket holds pattern pieces, instructions, fabric swatches, and small notions for a single project, with coloured tabs for instant identification.
• Protect What You've Made — The Quilt Storage Bag keeps finished quilts clean, dust-free, and safely stored with breathable fabric, a transparent front panel for easy identification, and a strong double zipper. It fits two double-size quilts and folds flat when empty.
• A Complete Storage System, Not Just Bags — This bundle covers every storage need a quilter has: active WIPs, pattern management, tool organisation, and finished quilt storage — so your whole creative space finally works the way it should.

Specifications

1. Project Bag 

• Color : Madam Sew Red — also available in Light Pink, White, and Black
• Material: Durable, tear-resistant, waterproof mesh PVC body; nylon fabric handles and binding; nylon and metal zipper
• Dimensions:
  • Large back pocket: 16" × 16" (40.6 × 40.6 cm)
  • Small front pocket: 10" × 16" (25.4 × 40.6 cm)
• Features: Reinforced see-through mesh for instant content identification; front card slot for labelling project details; zipper closure; sturdy handles for carrying or hanging
• Includes: Reusable two-sided project information card (use pencil for easy updates)
• Use: Store and transport entire quilting, sewing, knitting, embroidery, or crochet projects
• Care: Dust out inside; wipe with damp or soapy cloth if needed; dry thoroughly before storage

2. Carry-All Multi-pocket Binder Bag 

• Color: Madam Sew Red (confirm — multiple colors available)
• Material: Durable polyester, polyurethane, and stainless steel hardware
• Dimensions: 13.25" × 4.5" × 11"
• Handles: 10" sturdy carry handles
• Features: 1" 3-ring binder compatible with binder pockets and standard hole-punched documents; 7 built-in transparent zip-close storage pockets for tools and notions; lightweight and compact; stackable or hangable
• Use: All-in-one pattern + tool organiser; take to classes, guild meetings, or retreats; keep sewing area clutter-free at home
• Note: Binder Pockets sold separately — included in this bundle

3. Binder Pocket 6-Pack 

• Quantity: 6 pockets per pack
• Dimensions per pocket: 12.2" × 9.6" with 1" gusset on three sides
• Design: Transparent/see-through body with coloured tabs and flaps for quick content identification
• Fits: Most standard 3-ring binders including the Carry-All Binder Bag 
• Use: Store patterns, pattern pieces, instructions, fabric scraps, thread, and small notions per project; colour-code by project type or status
• Note: Each pocket expands to hold a variety of items thanks to the 1" gusset

4. Quilt Storage Bag 

• Size: Standard — 22"L × 15"W × 8"H
• Material: PU-coated polyester — breathable, high-quality fabric; zero odor
• Features: Transparent front panel for easy quilt identification without opening; strong double zipper; two heavy-duty handles; folds flat when empty for compact storage
• Capacity: Fits two double-size quilts; also suitable for blankets, fabrics, duvets, pillows, clothing, and seasonal items
• Colors available: Lavender
• Use: Long-term closet or shelf storage for finished quilts and other large textile items
• Note: Some customers report an initial plastic/PU smell upon first use — air out before first use if sensitive to new-material odors

Instructions

1. Set up your Binder Bag as your project control centre. Place your tools and notions in the 7 built-in zip pockets — scissors, seam ripper, clips, markers, and other frequently used items each get a dedicated pocket. Insert the BP6 Binder Pockets into the 3-ring binder.
2. Assign one Binder Pocket per active project. Fill each pocket with the pattern pieces, cutting instructions, fabric swatches, and small notions for that project. Use the coloured tabs to label each pocket — by project name, due date, or status (e.g., cutting, piecing, quilting, binding).
3. Load your Project Bag for today's work. Take the fabric, quilt blocks, and pattern for your current project and fill the large back pocket. Place your tools and reference materials in the smaller front pocket. Slot the project information card into the front card slot — use pencil so you can update it as the project progresses.
4. Take the Project Bag wherever you're sewing. Hang it on a hook, drape it over a chair, or carry it to a class or retreat. Everything you need for that one project travels with you — nothing gets left behind or mixed with another project.
5. Store finished quilts in the Quilt Storage Bag. Fold your finished quilt and place it inside the bag. Zip shut with the double zipper. The transparent front panel lets you identify the quilt without opening the bag — label it if you have multiple storage bags on a shelf or in a closet.
6. Keep the system running between projects. When one project finishes, update the Binder Pocket, clear the Project Bag, and use the empty pocket for the next WIP. The whole system resets in minutes.

Your sewing table does a lot of work. This bundle makes sure it works quietly, stays stable, and presses beautifully. The Pressing & Comfort Station brings together four mats that transform your quilting setup from noisy and slippery to calm, steady, and professional.

You get both wool pressing mats — the standard 17" × 13.5" for blocks at the machine and the extra large 17" × 24" for longer hems and full quilt sections — plus the Muffling Mat to stop your machine from vibrating and walking across the table, and the Pedal Mat to keep your foot pedal exactly where your foot expects it.

It's the bundle that handles everything happening below the needle and beside the iron — so you can focus entirely on what's happening in between.

Why You'll Love This

• Two Pressing Surfaces, Every Project Size Covered — The standard 17" × 13.5" wool mat sits at your machine for quick seam pressing, while the extra large 17" × 24" mat handles long hems, jelly rolls, and full quilt sections. Both press from both sides at once with 100% New Zealand wool — no ironing board needed.
• Stop Your Machine from Walking Across the Table — The TPE rubber Muffling Mat goes under your sewing, embroidery, or serger machine and absorbs vibrations before they reach the table. Your machine stays put, the noise drops, and your work surface is protected from scratches.
• No More Chasing Your Foot Pedal — The Pedal Mat keeps your foot pedal right where you placed it, on nearly any floor surface. No more breaking your rhythm to look under the table and reposition it mid-seam.
• A Quieter, Calmer Sewing Space — Together, the two rubber mats reduce machine noise and movement dramatically, letting you sew at retreats, in shared spaces, or late in the evening without disturbing anyone — or losing focus yourself.
• Four Mats, One Complete Workspace Upgrade — This bundle addresses four of the most common sewing table frustrations — uneven pressing, machine creep, vibration noise, and a runaway pedal — with purpose-built solutions for each one.

Specifications

1. Extra Large Wool Pressing Mat 

• Material: 100% felted New Zealand wool
• Size: 17" × 24"
• Thickness: Approx. ½"
• Features: Naturally fire-resistant; presses both sides of fabric simultaneously for crisp, flat results; textured surface grips fabric to prevent stretching
• Use: Full quilt sections, jelly rolls, curtain and skirt hems, large panels, patchwork, appliqué, embroidery
• Includes: Reusable transparent vinyl storage pouch with snap closure
• Care: Blot stains with white vinegar solution (¼ cup vinegar + 2 cups lukewarm water); do not machine wash; natural wool may have slight odor when wet (normal)
• Note: Steam and moisture may seep through mat — protect wood or delicate surfaces underneath

2. Wool Pressing Mat 

• Material: 100% felted New Zealand wool
• Size: 17" × 13.5"
• Thickness: Approx. ½"
• Features: Same pressing properties as the XL mat; compact size ideal for use right at the sewing machine; textured surface grips fabric
• Use: Quilt blocks, seams, hems, patchwork; perfect at-machine pressing surface for day-to-day quilting
• Includes: Reusable transparent vinyl storage pouch with snap closure
• Care: Same as XL mat above

3. Sewing Machine Muffling Mat 

• Material: TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) rubber
• Size: 15" × 20"
• Thickness: 0.3" (8mm)
• Color: Teal/blue-green (Madam Sew branded)
• Surface: Logo side up; wavy/grooved side faces down to grip work surface
• Features: Absorbs machine vibrations; reduces noise and movement; protects work surface from scratches and scuffs; fits under most household sewing, embroidery, and serger machines
• Use: Place under machine on any work surface — table, desk, or countertop
• Note: Reduces vibration and movement significantly but does not eliminate all machine noise; for very heavy machines or extremely slippery surfaces, results may vary
• Care: Wash with soap and water; air or towel dry completely before use; do not leave in direct sunlight

4. Sewing Machine Pedal Mat 

• Material: TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) rubber
• Size: 7" × 10"
• Thickness: 0.3" (8mm)
• Surface: Logo side up; wavy/grooved side faces down
• Features: Keeps foot pedal from sliding during use; protects flooring from scratches; lightweight and portable; repositionable with foot without crawling under table
• Compatible with: Most sewing machine, serger, and embroidery machine foot pedals on wood, parquet, laminate, vinyl, linoleum, stone, tile, and textile flooring
• Note: Mat is designed to allow slight repositioning with the foot — this is intentional. For very slippery flooring, Madam Sew Non-Slip Adhesive Rings can be added to the underside for extra grip
• Care: Wash with soap and water; air or towel dry completely; do not leave in direct sunlight

Instructions

1. Set up the Muffling Mat first. Clean your table surface, then place the Muffling Mat logo side up, wavy side down, in the center of your work area. Center your sewing, embroidery, or serger machine on top. Your machine should now sit firmly without rocking or creeping — even at high speeds.
2. Place the Pedal Mat on the floor. Put the Pedal Mat logo side up, wavy side down, where your foot naturally rests when sewing. Place your foot pedal on top. You can nudge the mat into position with your foot at any time — no need to bend down or reattach anything.
3. Choose your pressing mat for the task. Use the standard 17" × 13.5" mat right at your sewing machine for pressing individual quilt blocks and seams as you work. Use the extra large 17" × 24" mat for longer projects — jelly roll strips, skirt hems, curtain panels, or full quilt sections.
4. Press seams and blocks on the wool mat. Place your block or fabric on the mat, wrong or right side up as needed. Press with your iron — the dense wool absorbs and radiates heat back through the fabric for flat, crisp seams in fewer passes. Protect wood or delicate surfaces from steam seeping through.
5. Store your mats properly. Roll or lay the wool pressing mats flat in their vinyl storage pouches when not in use. Store the rubber mats flat, away from direct sunlight to preserve the TPE material.
6. Clean as needed. Blot wool mats with a white vinegar solution for stains; do not machine wash. Wash rubber mats with soap and water; towel or air dry completely before using again.

This is the bundle for the quilter who wants everything right — and all in one place. The Ultimate Quilting Collection brings together ten of Madam Sew's most trusted tools: an extra large wool pressing mat, 45mm rotary blades, a seam guide ruler, a magnetic seam guide, the Quarter Inch Patchwork Ruler Set, heat erasable marking pens, sewing clips, jumbo quilting clamps, a ruler grip, and an LED sewing machine light strip.

Together they cover every stage of a quilting project: see clearly, cut accurately, mark cleanly, hold firmly, and press flat. Nothing is missing. Whether you're working on your tenth quilt or your fiftieth, this collection gives you the tools experienced quilters reach for every single session.

Why You'll Love This

• See Every Stitch, Miss Nothing — The 24-LED dimmable light strip attaches to any sewing machine in minutes and casts shadow-free light directly over your work area, so you catch every misaligned seam and imperfect stitch before it becomes a problem.
• Press Like a Professional — On Your Table, Not Your Ironing Board — The extra large 17" × 24" wool pressing mat gives you room to press full quilt sections, jelly rolls, and long hems flat, with 100% New Zealand wool absorbing and radiating heat from both sides at once for results you can't get on a standard surface.
• Mark Your Seams for Half-Square Triangles in Seconds — The exclusive Madam Sew Quarter Inch Patchwork Ruler Set (9" and 17" rulers) lets you mark precise ¼" sewing lines for HSTs, hourglass units, flying geese, and snowball blocks without measuring — just place, mark, and sew.
• Hold Every Layer — Small and Large — The multicolor sewing clips handle binding, hems, and small fabric edges; the jumbo quilting clamps secure full quilt rolls, quilt sandwiches, and large-scale projects to frames or tables. Together they cover every holding need from first block to finished quilt.
• Ten Tools. One Complete Quilting System. — Every item in this collection was chosen because experienced quilters use it on every project. This isn't a sampler — it's a fully equipped toolkit, curated to work together from cutting table to finished quilt.

Specifications

1. Extra Large Wool Pressing Mat 

• Material: 100% felted New Zealand wool
• Size: 17" × 24"
• Thickness: Approx. ½"
• Features: Naturally fire-resistant; presses from both sides simultaneously for crisp, flat seams; textured surface grips fabric to prevent stretching and puckering
• Use: Full quilt sections, jelly rolls, curtain and skirt hems, large panels, patchwork, appliqué, embroidery
• Includes: Reusable transparent vinyl storage pouch with snap closure
• Note: Steam and moisture may seep through mat — protect wood or delicate surfaces; natural wool may have slight odor when wet (normal)
• Cleaning: Blot stains with white vinegar solution (¼ cup vinegar + 2 cups lukewarm water); do not machine wash

2. Rotary Cutter Blades — 45mm, 5-pack 

• Quantity: 5 blades per pack
• Blade size: 45mm (the all-purpose quilting size)
• Material: SKS-7 tungsten steel; precision-ground
• Compatibility: Fiskars, Olfa, Clover, Madam Sew, and most major brands
• Features: Numerical demarcations on each wheel; longer-lasting than conventional carbon-steel blades
• Use: Multiple fabric layers, felt, vinyl, leather; straight cuts and curves
• Installation: Unscrew center hub, swap blade, replace hub

3. Seam Guide Ruler + Magnetic Seam Guide 

• Ruler material: Sturdy transparent plastic; 5½" × 2½"; fluorescent yellow-green
• Markings: 16 needle holes for seam allowances ⅛" to 2"; 45° trim line; ¼" pivot marking cross; ¼" and ½" side lines
• Magnetic Seam Guide: Steel with strong magnet; approx. ½" × 2", 1.09 oz; attaches to metal needle plate
• Works best for seams ¼" and wider on machines with metal needle plates
• Includes printed user instructions

4. Magnetic Seam Guide — standalone 

• Material: Steel with strong embedded magnet
• Attaches to: Metal needle plate/throat plate
• Use: Set desired seam allowance; guide fabric edge for consistent, straight seams
• Best for seam allowances ¼" and wider; requires at least 1.5" clear metal throat plate surface
• Note: Will not adhere to plastic needle plates
  

5. Quarter Inch Patchwork Ruler Set — QIPS 

• Quantity: 2 rulers (1 × 9" long; 1 × 17" long; both ½" wide)
• Material: Clear acrylic, 3mm thick
• Features: Non-slip coating on back grips fabric; center line ¼" from each edge; ¼", ½", and 1" markings along each side; hanging holes; see-through for precise placement
• Use: Marking ¼" sewing lines for half-square triangles, hourglass units, flying geese, combination blocks, snowball units, and other patchwork; checking and marking ¼" and ½" seam allowances
• 9" ruler: for fabric squares up to 6"; 17" ruler: for squares up to 12" (including 10" layer cake squares)
• Safety note: For marking only — do NOT use with rotary cutters or cutting tools
• Includes online manual with video tutorials

6. Sewing Clips — Multicolor, 50 pcs 

• Quantity: 50 clips per box
• Dimensions: 1" long × ⅜" wide; opens to ½"
• Colors: Red, orange, yellow, blue, green, pink, purple
• Material: Plastic body with steel spring (contains nickel)
• Features: Raised round teeth; flat back and sides; seam allowance markings at ¼", ⅜", and 3/16"
• Use: Binding, hemming, clipping quilt layers; pin-free on laminate, leather, vinyl, silk, satin

7. Jumbo Quilting Clamps — 6-pack 

• Quantity: 6 clamps per box
• Dimensions: 6" long × 4" wide; opens to 5" span width
• Colors: 2 soft pink, 2 blue, 2 green per box
• Material: Durable plastic body with steel springs; smooth edges
• Features: Strong spring grip; lightweight; squeeze handles to open, release to close
• Use: Securing quilt rolls, holding quilt sandwich layers, clamping fabric to tables or frames, basting, free motion quilting; complements smaller sewing clips for large-scale projects

8. Ruler Grip — Ruler Handle with Suction Cup 

• Material: Plastic handle, rubber suction cup
• Dimensions: Suction cup diameter 2¼"; handle height 2½"
• Features: Locking handle mechanism; removable and repositionable between rulers; stores flat in unlocked position
• Use: Safe, firm ruler grip while cutting with rotary cutter; keeps fingers clear of blade; easy repositioning when marking and measuring
• Note: Requires clean, dust-free ruler surface; does not attach to slotted rulers

9. Heat Erasable Fabric Marking Pens + Refills 

• Quantity: 4 pens (white, black, red, blue) + 4 free refills (1 per color); comes in carrying pouch with pocket-clip caps
• Tip: 0.7mm fine point; 0.35mm line width
• Ink: Heat-erasable gel; erases with iron at minimum 180°F/80°C, hairdryer, or tumble dryer on high
• Use on nearly all fabrics; test on scrap first; handle silk with extra care
• Store tip-down, tightly capped; use within 5 months of purchase

10. Sewing Machine Light Strip

• Strip size: 12" long × 5/16" wide
• LEDs: 24 powerful dimmable LED lights; clean white light with subtle blue/purple tint for improved concentration and reduced eye strain
• Power cord: 98" long; USB attachment + certified USB adapter (US plug) included
• Features: Adhesive backing; resizable with scissors (cut only on marked lines); flexible strip conforms to machine arm contours; on/off dimmer switch
• Kit includes: Light strip, 5 adhesive-backed cord clips, 4 velcro cord organizers, USB adapter
• Compatible with: All sewing machine brands and models
• Installation: Adhere to underside of sewing machine arm; cord organizers and clips keep cables tidy

Instructions

1. Install the light strip before your first session. Clean the inside of your machine's arm, cut the strip to fit (scissors only, on marked lines), peel the adhesive backing, and press firmly in place. Route the cord neatly with the included clips and organizers. Plug into any USB adapter and adjust brightness with the dimmer switch.
2. Mark your patchwork pieces with the QIPS rulers. Place the appropriate ruler (9" for squares up to 6", 17" for larger) diagonally on your fabric square, wrong side up. Draw a line on each side of the ruler with a heat erasable pen. These are your sewing lines for half-square triangles, hourglass units, or flying geese — no measuring needed.
3. Set your seam allowance at the machine. Place the Seam Guide Ruler under your presser foot, lower the needle into the correct hole, and press the Magnetic Seam Guide against the ruler on the needle plate. Remove the ruler — the magnet stays as your guide. Use the standalone Magnetic Seam Guide as a dedicated second guide if working on multiple machines or seam widths simultaneously.
4. Clip and clamp fabric layers into position. Use the sewing clips for binding edges, hems, and small pieces — place them at your target seam allowance using the base markings. For larger quilt sandwiches and quilt rolls, secure with the jumbo clamps — squeeze to open, position, and release.
5. Cut with the ruler grip and fresh blades. Attach the Ruler Grip to your acrylic quilting ruler (clean surfaces first), position the ruler precisely, and rotary cut with confidence — fingers safely above the blade. Swap in a fresh 45mm tungsten blade whenever your current blade starts dragging.
6. Press on the extra large wool mat. Lay your blocks, sections, or long hems on the 17" × 24" mat. Press with your iron — the dense wool radiates heat from both sides for flat, crisp results fast. Protect your work surface from steam. Store the mat flat in its vinyl pouch.
7. Erase your marks when the project is complete. Run a hot iron (minimum 180°F/80°C) over any remaining pen marks. They disappear cleanly — no washing, no ghost lines. Store pens tip-down, tightly capped, and replace refills as needed.