Updated on May 15, 2024
How to Make a Kitchenaid Mixer Bowl Cover. Sew a cover for your Kitchenaid mixer bowl to keep out dust and crumbs. Your mixer will always be ready to use!
I love my KitchenAid mixer, but those of you who have one can attest that it is bulky and heavy.
I can only store my mixer out of sight in a cabinet above my head, which isn’t safe! So, it sits out on my counter all the time. Because it sits out all the time, the inside of the bowl can get dusty, and food crumbs can fall into it between uses.
I don’t like having to wash out the bowl every time!
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How to Sew a KitchenAid Mixer Cover
A fat quarter is perfect for making a KitchenAid mixer bowl cover for yourself.
Supplies:
Cut Fabric
First, you will measure how big your circle needs to be.
Place your bowl, top side down, onto the wrong side of your fabric. Using a compass, set the distance between the point and the pencil to be about 2 inches. Using the point of the compass as a guide, trace around the outside edge of your bowl.
You can also freehand a circle around the bowl, but the compass will be much more accurate for most people.
Note: In the above picture, I had only measured about an inch away from the bowl, and after I cut it and started to pin it, I realized the cover would be too small. So, I recommend at least 2 inches of extra fabric around the bowl, but up to 4 inches if you want the cover to pull down farther over the top.
Note: Since your bowl may differ slightly from mine, I am sharing general directions on getting a good measurement for your particular bowl.
Cut out the circle of fabric.
Create a Curved Hem
I found a helpful tutorial for hemming a fabric curve at By Hand London. The method I chose to create my hem was the first one listed.
Since my elastic is 1/4″ wide, I wanted a hem that is 3/8″ wide. It is only slightly bigger than the elastic.
Start by sewing a straight stitch around the entire circle at 3/8″. Using the stitches as your guide, turn in the hem and iron.
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Repeat this step, using the ironed edge as your guide to help turn the fabric in for the second time.
I recommend pinning as you go to keep everything in place. Because of the curved edges, you may have to gather the fabric a little along the back.
Sew the Hem
Sew as close to the folded edge as possible. Leave an inch or two of opening at the end to insert the elastic.
Add the Elastic
Using the top edge of the bowl as a guide, measure approximately how much elastic you will need. I stretched the elastic around the top edge and cut it. You want the elastic to be pretty tight around the bowl.
To add the elastic, start by pinning a safety pin to one end. Slide the safety pin through the opening in the fabric hem. Pulling the elastic through with a safety pin is much easier than using the bare elastic end.
Once you reach the other side, use a sewing machine to attach the two ends of the elastic. You can use a straight stitch or a zig-zag stitch for this.
Then, finish off the opening of the seam by sewing it closed. Your KitchenAid mixer bowl cover is ready to keep the bowl nice and clean!
Fork It Over Blog Hop
This post is part of Laura Bray’s Fork It Over Blog Hop. She selected bloggers to make a project with the new fabric she designed.
You can find lots of cute fabrics like this one at Spoonflower. Thank you to Laura for sending me a fat quarter of her super cute fabric to create with.
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Jenn | Northern Girl Boutique says
I have so many fat quarters that need to be used. I am loving this idea.
Tired of washing the bowl only to have to wash it again just before use.
The fork-it-over fabric is adorable!
Laura Silva says
Jenn,
It is so nice to not have to wash the bowl each time! Have a great week.
xo,
Laura
Leigh-Anne Jones says
Can I just ask, do you cut a hole out in the middle for the post to got through? How do you finish that off?
Laura Silva says
Leigh-Anne,
I didn’t cut a hole in mine, although that certainly is an option. The easiest way to do this would be to create a button-hole in the middle using your sewing machine. If you make the cover large enough, there is enough flex in the fabric for the middle post to sort of just push it down. I haven’t had problems with it ripping the fabric or pulling up the edges. Hope that helps!
xo,
Laura
Jahnson alberto says
This one is one of the most wanted kitchen tools. Thanks for sharing this.
Suhana Aline says
What a fantastic idea. I think I might be one of the only people who doesn’t have a Kitchen Aid and my mixer has a cover but love this idea anyway.
Dee says
I cut 2 circles and sewed tgem together.making a casing for elastic..leaving the opening to push the elastic thru…but it avoided having to make the hemmed edge..and could use two different fabrics if you choose.
Laura Silva says
Dee,
Thank you for sharing! That sounds like a great idea.
xo,
Laura
Barbara says
I am on my way to make one of these right now. Then one for my daughter and granddaughter. What a great idea!! Can store a lot of the attachments in the bowl now and not have to worry about them getting dust covered–and then will be right there when I need them. Thank you so much!!
Laura Silva says
Barbara,
So glad you enjoyed the tutorial and are able to make some gifts for your family. I still love and use mine all the time with my mixer out on the counter.
xo,
Laura
Lindsey Hall says
Thank you for this! I need to make one for my mixer. I hate having to wash the bowl after I use it and then again before I use it.
p.s. I think someone is using one of your photos on their etsy listing
Laura Silva says
I disliked having to do that too! It works great for keeping the bowl clean. Thanks for letting me know about the Etsy listing. Have a great weekend!
xo,
Laura
June says
Gonna have to do this one. It looks pretty easy.
Laura Silva says
It is an easy sewing project. Plus, I think you will love it! I love not having to clean the bowl each time I want to use my mixer.
xo,
Laura
Kathy says
I just love this idea. I hated having that great big cover over my mixer so really wanted to try this. After making one that didn’t fit (my mistake) I did notice that the post that holds the attachments on my mixer seems to extend down farther than yours. Is that going to be a problem?
Laura Silva says
I think if you make your cover a little bit bigger then you should be okay. Mine only comes down just below the rim of the bowl, but if you make yours to extend about an inch or two below the edge of the bowl, I think that will allow your post to push down on the cover without snapping it off. I hope that helps! I would love to see a picture of your finished cover.
xo,
Laura
Angela says
Does the silver piece that holds the attachments to the mixer just kind of push the cover down a little bit?
Laura Silva says
Yes, it does push down just a little bit, but does not prevent it from staying on.
Laura says
A lot of Laura’s around here! This is a great idea. My bowl always needs to be washed before I can use it!
Laura Silva says
Mine always did too! I love having it on the counter because I use it more, but washing it before AND after using it is no fun! Have a great week!
Laura says
I’m impressed! I don’t know if I could manage this, but it came out cute and it’s a great idea…my KitchenAid mixer sits out all the time and it’s the exact same color as the fabric.
Laura Silva says
I am not the best at sewing. The trickiest part is turning down the hem around the circle. But it doesn’t have to be perfect! You could also cut a large circle from felt or another material that doesn’t need to be hemmed, cut some slits around the edges and thread a ribbon through. Then, just cinch and tie on a bow! Have a wonderful week.
Dani says
You could use a shower cap for a cover.
Laura Silva says
That is a great idea for someone on a budget or who doesn’t want to sew! I wanted something pretty that would match the rest of my kitchen decor since it is on my counter all the time.
xo,
Laura
Tammy Santana says
Love the bowl cover…I am a huge KitchenAid fan also :)
Laura Silva says
Thank you Tammy! KitchenAids are the best!
laura says
This is great!! I’m still a bit new to sewing, but this looks like a project I could handle. Thanks!
Laura Silva says
I am a self-taught sewist. I am never sure if I am really doing things the “right” way, but I figure if it gets the job done and doesn’t come apart then I am good to go! Have a wonderful week!
Kara says
This is a genius idea, I love this, the same thing happens to me all the time.
Laura is a old friend of mine, what a lovely way to sue her design. x
Laura Silva says
Thank you Kara. This fabric is so fun and was perfect for my kitchen. I am trying to bring in more of this blue color so it worked out perfectly!
Laura Bray says
Oh my goodness! I LOVE my KitchenAid Mixer and I love my fabric, so this was the perfect project. You are the BEST. Thanks for being part of the blog hop.