Mouse Pads

[Sperrier]

Here is my first attempt at a mouse pad.  I made several of them as gifts.  This has given me confidence to move on to more projects for sure.   

[DSloop]

Nice. How well does the mouse work on leather?

 

[Sperrier]

it works without issue.  i used super sheen to seal it which I thought might help the light reflect.

[DSloop]

I'm gonna try that.. thanks for the idea.

[Sperrier]

FYI .  instead of suede backing, I used black craft foam sheets available at any craft store or walmart.  I had no issue with the contact cement adhering to it and it looked more like a typical mouse pad since it does not need sewing.

[Ragingstallion]

3 hours ago, Sperrier said:

FYI .  instead of suede backing, I used black craft foam sheets available at any craft store or walmart.  I had no issue with the contact cement adhering to it and it looked more like a typical mouse pad since it does not need sewing.

I was just going to suggest this, as I have done the same thing with my mouse pads. glad you found it, and I do love the self adhesive foam pads they have, goes on, and stays on with ease.

[Sperrier]

I saw those but wasnt sure how well they would adhere to leather.  I will use those next time as it does take alot of glue to cover an 8"x8" or larger area.

[CraftsmanUK]

Looking good - Nice Job. A decorative line of stitching in colored thread could be added. 

[thephatgal]

Thank you!! My Applehead son is visiting, and working from home. He asked if I had a Mouse Pad, and I asked if they still made them?! He is using a magazine...so I am off to Walmart for the foam backing! Maybe he will bring it to work, and Apple will order thousands of them! Ha! If they do, I will need your help...