Travel Blackboard Mat

I am always looking around the internet/pinterest to find things to make.  I mean, I already have a list of sewing projects laying at my desk to do, so why not add more?!?!

One of the cutest ideas I have seen is the blackboard mat. 

Here are a few I have found on some of the blogs I follow:

• The Slip Stitch: Chalkboard Mat
• Maggie Muggins Designs: Chalkboard Mat 

 Both of the sites are loaded with pictures and details on putting a travel blackboard mat together.  

I did mine a little different and this is how I put mine together.

Travel Blackboard Mat

 

 

 

 1. First I cut Blackboard and Cotton Fabric to 10 x 15.  I figured that would be a nice size rectangle.

Fabric from Joann Fabric and Crafts

Blackboard Fabric from Joann Fabric and Crafts

2.  After the fabric is cut, I hooped my monster fabric and embroidered my nephews name at the bottom of the long side.  For the next one I am making for my nephew Jack, I will embroider his name on one of the shorter sides so you can see it when it is rolled up! 

 3.  I cut a 4 x 10 piece of clear vinyl to make the pockets.  On one long side I sewed a piece of bias tape to cover the raw edge.  Then lined the vinyl along one end of the rectangle and sewed a straight line up the middle, attaching the vinyl to the blackboard fabric.  This will give you two pockets for chalk and eraser.

Vinyl Pocket

4. With clips, I placed the monster fabric and blackboard board fabric wrong sides together.  I added a folded ribbon under the tape for the tie.   Using clips, I lined the bias tape around the mat, using this tutorial Sew To Speak: How To: Attach bias tape (with mitered corners) to miter the corners. 

All done!!

 5. With the sun in Kayla's eye, I had her prime the blackboard with chalk and then cut a square of  terry cloth.

My Biggest Helper

Travel Blackboard Mat

 

 

 

 

 

 Now to make my next one!!