ThreadWorks Wool Pressing Mat – 9 × 9 in.

A small mat that earns its place beside your sewing machine.

Sew a seam. Give it a good press. Keep your project moving. The ThreadWorks 9 × 9 Wool Pressing Mat puts a useful pressing surface right where small-piece sewing happens, so you can work through patchwork units without setting up a full-size pressing area for every seam.

It is the compact choice for quilters who love an organized sewing station, take projects to classes, or want their favorite pressing setup ready for the next retreat. At $22.99, it is an easy addition to the tools you reach for throughout a project.

Why wool makes a difference

Wool retains warmth beneath your fabric as you press from above, helping you work toward flatter seams and a crisp finish. The felted texture also helps steady small pieces under the iron. That extra support is useful when working with triangles and other units you want to handle gently.

Small projects, plenty of possibilities

• Half-square triangles and flying geese: Press individual units before trimming and joining them into a block.
• Foundation paper piecing: Keep a compact pressing spot nearby for the sew-and-press rhythm of building detailed designs.
• Mini quilts and small patchwork: Give little pieces a dedicated place to work.
• Small seam allowances and folded details: Touch up sections of a pouch, patchwork accessory, or other small sewing project.
• Classes and retreats: Pack a pressing surface you already know how to use and enjoy working on.

Is 9 × 9 the right size for you?

Choose this mat when you mainly press individual units or have limited room beside your machine. Its 9-inch square surface is especially practical for smaller pieces; choose a larger mat when you want to lay out an entire larger block. Check your workspace and the size of your unfinished pieces before choosing.

What you receive: One ThreadWorks felted wool pressing mat measuring 9" × 9". Iron and other accessories are sold separately.

Choose the size that fits the way you sew

• 9" × 9" — $22.99: Small pieced units, compact sewing spaces, and your class or retreat bag.
• 14" × 14" — $39.99: Everyday quilt blocks and a versatile square pressing station.
• 14" × 18" — $44.99: Longer seams, strip-pieced sections, and more room to arrange your work.

Care & everyday use

Spot clean only, reshape if needed, and air dry completely before storing. A wool mat is a pressing surface, not an iron rest: return your hot iron to its proper rest between presses. Heat and moisture can pass through wool, so protect the surface beneath it. Apply starch away from the mat and let treated fabric dry before pressing. Follow the care instructions supplied with your mat.

A quick question before you choose

Can this replace my ironing board?
Think of it as your small-project pressing station. Keep your larger pressing area for yardage, long quilt rows, and pieces that need more support.