Best of Madam Sew — Cut & Press Edition (Navy Organizer)

Celebrate nine years of Madam Sew with the Cut & Press Edition — ten fan-favorite tools built around the three things that make sewing feel effortless: clean cutting, crisp pressing, and quick correction when a stitch goes wrong.

Trim and square your blocks from one comfortable position on the 360° Rotating Cutting Mat, then press every seam crisp and flat on the 100% New Zealand wool Pressing Mat. When a stitch needs to come out, the Lighted Seam Ripper's built-in LED illuminates even the tiniest stitches so you unpick quickly and safely — no squinting, no nicked fabric. Sign the finished piece permanently in brick red with the "Handmade By" Fabric Stamp and Ink Pad.

Keeping it all together is a fully coordinated navy organizing system: the Navy Carry-All Binder Bag with six matching Binder Pockets, the roll-up Small Accessories Bag, the hard-body Rotary Cutter Case, and a matching Navy Project Bag for your current work-in-progress.

Ten essentials. One bundle. Cut, press, correct, and sign — beautifully organized.

Why You'll Love It

• Turn the Mat, Not Your Body — The 12"×12" Rotating Cutting Mat spins a full 360° on a lockable mechanism, so you trim and square blocks from one comfortable position — no walking around the table.
• Press Like a Professional — The 100% felted New Zealand wool Pressing Mat absorbs and radiates heat through both sides of the fabric, setting seams flatter and crisper than any ironing board cover.
• See Every Stitch You Unpick — The Lighted Seam Ripper's built-in LED illuminates the sharp tip, so you catch even the tiniest stitches on dark fabric. The larger ergonomic handle with a rubber grip is far easier to hold than a standard ripper, and the safety ball at the tip protects your fabric from accidental nicks.
• A Coordinated Organizing System — The Carry-All Binder Bag holds patterns in six matching Binder Pockets and seven zip pockets; the roll-up Accessories Bag gives every notion a transparent home; the hard-body Cutter Case keeps blades zipped safely; and the Project Bag carries your current make in see-through mesh.
• Sign Nine Years of Craft Into Every Project — The "Handmade By" stamp with brick red heat-set ink marks your name and date permanently on every finished piece.

1. Rotating Cutting Mat 12"×12" 

• Material: PVC, synthetic rubber, and thermoplastic; weight 26 oz
• Rotation: 360° on a smooth, lockable mechanism; non-slip base
• Markings: Grid lines at ⅛", ¼", ½", 1"; bias lines at 30°, 45°, 60°
• Use: Trimming and squaring quilt blocks, cutting around templates; locks to work as a standard mat

2. Wool Pressing Mat 17"×13½" 

• Material: 100% natural felted New Zealand wool; naturally fire-resistant
• Properties: Absorbs and retains iron heat for crisper seams from both sides
• Includes: Transparent vinyl storage pouch with snap closure
• Note: Steam and moisture may seep through — protect delicate or wood surfaces

3. Lighted Seam Ripper 

• Handle: 3¾" long; red plastic; rubber grip band at the end for an ergonomic hold; total length 5"
• Ripper: Durable steel; blade 1⅜", fork ½"; safety ball at the tip to protect fabric; clear plastic protective cap included
• Light: Built-in bright LED illuminating the tip; ON/OFF slider in the handle
• Batteries: 2× LR41-AG3 included and replaceable (remove the insulating sheet before first use); switch off when not in use

4. Rotary Cutter Case 

• Construction: Hard-body exterior; zippered closure; two elastic-band internal pockets
• Fits: One or two rotary cutters (28–60mm) plus spare blades, scissors, or seam rippers
• Use: Safe storage and transport for sharp cutting tools (rotary cutter not included)

5. Carry-All Binder Bag — Navy 

• Size: 13.25" × 4.5" × 11"; polyester, PU, and steel
• Features: Built-in 1" 3-ring binder; 7 permanent transparent zip-close pockets; 10" handles; stackable, hangs from hook or door
• Colour: Red

6. Binder Pockets — 6-Pack 

• Quantity: 6 pockets; 12.2" × 9.6" with a 1" gusset on three sides
• Design: Transparent body with colored tabs and flaps
• Fits: Most standard 3-ring binders, including the included Carry-All Binder Bag

7. Small Accessories Bag

• Dimensions: 12" × 5" × 0.5" rolled; 11 zippered transparent pockets in graduated sizes; Velcro tab closure
• Capacity: Snips, presser feet, bobbins, clips, markers, seam rippers, needles, threaders
  

8. Project Bag — Navy 

• Colour: Lavender
• Material: Durable, tear-resistant, waterproof mesh PVC body; nylon handles and binding; nylon and metal zipper
• Large back pocket: 16" × 16"; small front pocket: 10" × 16"
• Features: See-through mesh, front card slot for project label, two-sided project information card included; handles for carrying or hanging

9. "Handmade By" Fabric Stamp 

• Size: 3" × 4" wood and rubber stamp; permanent-ink stamp with space for name and date

10. Permanent Fabric Ink Pad — Brick Red 

• Size: 4.75" × 3"; heat-settable — permanent after ironing; works on cotton and linen

1. Cut and Square on the Rotating Mat — Place your fabric or pressed block on the Rotating Cutting Mat (unlocked). Trim one side with your rotary cutter and ruler, then spin the mat to bring the next side into position. Lock the mechanism to use it as a standard mat.
2. Press Every Seam on the Wool Mat — Press each seam, block, or hem on the wool mat. The dense wool radiates heat through both sides of the fabric for crisp, flat results.
3. Correct Mistakes with the Lighted Seam Ripper — Remove the insulating sheet from the battery compartment before first use. Slide the switch to ON to light the tip. Slip the blade under the stitch you want to remove — the LED shows even the tiniest stitches — and unpick quickly and safely. Switch OFF when finished and replace the protective cap.
4. Store Your Cutter Safely — Place your rotary cutter (guard engaged) and spare blades in the hard-body Cutter Case and zip it closed.
5. Sign Your Work — Press the "Handmade By" stamp onto the brick red ink pad, stamp a corner or label area of your finished piece, write your name and date, and heat-set with a hot iron to make it permanent.
6. Pack Your Current Project — Your work-in-progress goes into the Navy Project Bag: fabric and pieces in the 16"×16" pocket, pattern and tools in the front pocket, project name on the card in the front slot.
7. Organize Between Sessions — Patterns and documents go into the Navy Carry-All Binder Bag's built-in binder and six matching Binder Pockets; snips, bobbins, and markers roll up in the Small Accessories Bag.