Best of Madam Sew: Press, Store & Quiet Edition

The Press, Store & Quiet Edition is built around three things that make a sewing room feel good: crisp pressing, tidy storage, and a calmer, quieter machine. You get the 17 by 24 inch wool pressing mat and a 10 inch hot hem ruler, two red project bags and a large lavender quilt storage bag, a muffling mat, a pedal mat, a light strip, jumbo quilting clamps, a blue heat erasable pen, and a magnetic seam guide. It suits a beginner setting up and a seasoned quilter alike.

Quiet your machine on the muffling mat, keep your pedal in place, and light up your stitching. Guide straight seams, mark with the blue pen, clamp big layers, and press hems and blocks crisp. Then tuck projects into the bags and finished quilts into the quilt storage bag.

Press it. Store it. Sew in peace.

Why You'll Love It

• Press Crisp, Hem Neatly: The 17 by 24 inch wool mat sends your iron's heat back through the fabric so seams lie flat, and the 10 inch hot hem ruler lets you fold and press a hem in one step.
• A Calmer, Quieter Machine: The muffling mat cuts down vibration and noise under your machine, and the pedal mat keeps your foot pedal from wandering across the floor.
• Light and Guide Every Seam: The light strip's 24 dimmable LEDs light your machine bed with no shadows, and the magnetic seam guide keeps every seam the same width.
• A Third Hand for Big Layers: The jumbo clamps open up to 5 inches to hold a quilt roll, thick layers, or fabric to your table while you pin, baste, or press.
• Store It All Away: Two red project bags hold works in progress, and the large lavender quilt storage bag fits three queen size quilts.

1. Extra Large Wool Pressing Mat, 17 by 24 inches

• Size: 17 by 24 inches and half an inch thick, about 10.5 inches longer than the original mat
• Material: 100% felted New Zealand wool, naturally fire resistant
• How it helps: The dense wool absorbs your iron's heat and gives it back through the fabric, so seams and hems come out crisp and flat, with no puckering or stretching
• Weight: 34.5 oz (980 g), light enough to take to class
• Includes: A clear vinyl storage bag that closes with 2 snaps
• Good to know: Steam and moisture can seep through the mat, so protect wood or other sensitive surfaces underneath

2. Project Bags, Madam Sew Red, 2 pieces

• Count: 2 project bags, both in Madam Sew Red
• Size: Two pockets, a large back pocket of 16 by 16 inches and a small front pocket of 10 by 16 inches
• Material: Durable, tear resistant, waterproof mesh PVC, with nylon handles and binding and a nylon and metal zipper
• Features: See-through mesh so you can spot your project at a glance, and a front slot with a two sided project card for labelling
• How you use it: Holds cut pieces, quilt blocks, patterns, threads, and notions. Carry it by the handles or hang it from a hook, hanger, or door knob
• Care: Dust out the inside, wipe the plastic with a damp or soapy cloth, and dry it fully before using it again

3. Quilt Storage Bag, Large, Lavender

• Size: 23.5 by 20 by 11 inches (60 by 50 by 28 cm), our largest size, which fits three queen size quilts
• Colour: Lavender
• Material: Breathable PU coated polyester with zero odour, to keep quilts fresh
• Features: A clear front window so you can see what is inside, a strong double zipper, and two heavy duty handles
• Holds: Quilts, blankets, fabric, duvets, pillows, and clothing
• Good to know: It folds away flat when you are not using it

4. Sewing Machine Muffling Mat

• Size: 15 by 20 inches, 0.3 inch (8mm) thick
• Material: TPE rubber
• What it does: Cuts down your machine's vibration, movement, and slipping, so it runs quieter and your work surface is protected from scratches
• Fits: Under most sewing, embroidery, and serger machines
• How to use it: Place it logo side up and wavy side down, then centre your machine on top
• Care: Wash with soap and water, dry it completely, and keep it out of the sun

5. Sewing Machine Light Strip

• Size: 12 inches long and 5/16 inch wide, with 24 dimmable LED lights
• Light: Clean white light with a subtle hint of blue or purple, shining straight onto your machine bed so there are no shadows
• Fits: Any sewing machine. Trim it with scissors to fit long and short arm machines and quilting machines
• Installs in seconds: An adhesive backing, so you just peel and stick, with no tools needed
• In the set: The light strip with a 98 inch power cord and dimmer switch, a USB adapter with a US plug, 4 white hook and loop cord organizers, 5 adhesive cord clips, and user instructions
• Good to know: Outside the US, any USB charger, like the one for your phone, works with it

6. Sewing Machine Pedal Mat

• Size: 7 by 10 inches, 0.3 inch (8mm) thick
• Material: TPE rubber
• What it does: Keeps your foot pedal from sliding around on hard floors and carpet, and protects your flooring from scratches
• How to use it: Place it logo side up and wavy side down, then set your pedal on top. Nudge it into place with your foot, no crawling under the table
• Care: Wash with soap and water, dry it completely, and keep it out of the sun

7. Hot Hem Ruler, 10 inches

• Size: 10 inches long by 2.5 inches wide
• Material: Stiff felted wool that resists heat and will not warp, so you can press right on top of it with a steam or dry iron
• Markings: Clear grid lines for hems from one-eighth inch to 10 inches, with 45 degree lines for mitered corners (neat, angled corners where two hems meet)
• What it is for: Measuring, folding, and pressing hems, folds, and pleats in one step
• Good to know: The wool keeps your fabric steady while you fold and press, and it is light enough to take anywhere

8. Jumbo Quilting Clamps, 6 pieces

• Count: 6 extra large clamps, 2 each in soft pink, blue, and green
• Size: 6 inches long and 4 inches wide, and the mouth opens up to 5 inches
• Material: Durable plastic and steel, with smooth edges
• Uses: Holding many fabric layers, keeping a quilt roll together, and attaching layers to a table or frame while you pin, baste, quilt, or iron. They also hold patterns, binding, and precuts
• How they work: Squeeze the two handles to open and let go to close. The springs give a very strong grip

9. Blue Heat Erasable Fabric Marking Pen

• Contents: 1 blue gel pen
• Tip: A small 0.7mm point that draws a thin, clearly visible 0.35mm line
• Works on: Nearly all fabrics
• How it erases: The mark stays as long as you need, then disappears with a pass of a hot iron, with no washing
• Refillable: Yes, refills are available in the Madam Sew store
• Good to know: Test on a scrap of your fabric first. Put the cap back on firmly, store it tip down, and use it within 5 months

10. Magnetic Seam Guide

• Size: 1 3/4 by 3/4 by 1/4 inch, 0.41 oz
• Material: Stainless steel
• How it works: Place it on your machine's metal needle plate at the seam width you want, and let the fabric glide along it for straight, even seams
• Fits: Most sewing machines with a metal needle plate, and safe for computerized machines
• Quarter inch seams: Place the guide in front of the presser foot, or move your needle to the right

• Place the muffling mat under your machine and the pedal mat under your foot pedal, both logo side up and wavy side down.
• Stick the light strip onto your machine, trimming it to fit if needed, then plug it in and dim it to suit.
• Set the magnetic seam guide on your needle plate at the seam width you want.
• Mark your lines with the blue pen, testing on a scrap first.
• Clamp thick layers or a rolled quilt with the jumbo clamps while you work.
• Fold and press hems on the hot hem ruler, and press seams and blocks on the wool mat. The heat also clears the pen marks.
• Keep works in progress in the red project bags and pack finished quilts into the quilt storage bag.