It's always a good idea to keep a cover on your sewing machine when it is not in use.  The main purpose of a sewing machine cover is to keep dust from getting inside the machine.  By keeping dust out, your machine will continue to run smoothly.  If your machine came with a cover, chances are it's a clear plastic cover.  It serves its purpose but it's not very pretty.  The great thing about having a sewing machine is that you can use pretty fabric and make your own sewing machine cover.  Our tutorial for making a sewing machine cover is quick and easy.  We start from the beginning of taking a machine's measurements and even create a pattern.  It's even more functional than most premade covers, because it has a handy pocket to store notions in.  Plus, this sewing machine cover is finished inside and out, so you can even make it reversible.  Say goodbye to the boring sewing machine cover and hello to a fun one.