How to make a mousepad

While a mousepad isn't really necessary anymore, I get really annoyed by the sound of a mouse sliding over a desk. So I decided to make my own mousepad to get rid of that sound. In the video I show all the steps of this simple DIY. It's a quick project that doesn't require a lot of materials and tools, and allows you to make a mousepad in any size, shape and colour you want.
What you'll need:
- non-slip mat
- thin craft foam
- smooth, non-stretch fabric
- all-purpose glue
- scissors
If you make one of your own, I'd love to see it! Send me a picture on Instagram @craftswithellen.
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Even though my videos are set up as tutorials, I'm not professionally trained in any of these crafts. The tools that I use can be dangerous. Don't try a craft if you are unfamiliar with the tools and the necessary safety precautions. Be safe!

[@harlem1011]

Spot on. The sound is extremely annoying to me as well! I still have a rather large pad but its slowly disintegrating...
Saved for future reference 😉

[@AndyCaoGyatt]

bro is dissing indians

[@RedSmith]

"Mouse pad glue battle" 😊 Very cool idea Ellen. First time I see someone make his own mousepad. So many possibilities of shape and design!! Thanks for sharing this!!

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Thanks G :D You can get that craft foam in A3 sheets, or even in rolls, so the sky's the limit!

[@RedSmith]

Crafts With Ellen Now I need a bigger desk 😉

[@creedd6937]

wow now i will instead read the book i used as a mouse pad :)

[@yoblueshadow4173]

LMAO

[@emeriesmith5]

Yeah same ;)

[@judith0traherne]

Thank you for this very clear, BRIEF instruction.

[@Pappy_R]

I just bought my wife a new mousepad, but after she sees this I bet I get the new one back. Thanks for another helpful and interesting video Ellen!

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Hahaha, glad I could help. Let me know when you plan to buy her something else, so I can make a video of that too :p

[@danthemakerman]

Finally remembered to watch this one, I really should make one of these I have worn away a spot on my desk already.

[@k_DEDb07]

great tutorial. ill be trying this out. thank you :)

[@handbananaistherapist642]

hi
Im using an old T shirt! Works great! No alterting and manufacturing, just a T shirt!

[@FindecanorNotGmail]

The trick is to cut through all layers. There must be glue where you cut, or otherwise the fabric will be frayed.

[@PaulLockwood]

What a great simple idea. Nice to see the testing of the various glue.
Well done!

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Thank you Paul :)

[@torielah]

Thank you!! I did three different colors with your video helping me!!! s2

[@wiseraven2000]

Thank you I really enjoyed your video and I'm going to make a mouse pad thank you

[@silkieshag9703]

nice idea, thanks

[@cashwhaler]

Who just has these things laying around in their house?!!! I’m so angry my mouse won’t work right now cuz it won’t work on a glass desk

[@RileyN-Hi]

For real tho

[@rockygamer7163]

Thank u shout out from Mongolia.

[@loganautumnmays2358]

Thank you! I was looking around youtube trying to find a good design for a good diy mousepad and this is great! 👍

[@Badgerworkshop]

Thats great. Now I'm looking for badger print fabric

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Ooh yeah, that would be cool! Maybe try the quilting section at your local fabric store, that's usually where you can find lots of (animal) prints. Plus, quilting fabrics can be bought in smaller pieces, so you don't have to buy a whole meter for one mousepad ;)

[@deafrock1580]

love you girl, nice job

[@FredMcIntyre]

Nice work Ellen! 👍👊

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Thank you Fred :)

[@CuriousCreator]

I love that you made a mouse mat in 2018 :) really cool design as well!

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Haha, thanks ^^

[@MaltandMake]

Love the testing of the glue!

[@CraftsWithEllen]

I can do science, me!

[@MaltandMake]

Crafts With Ellen Brainiac!

[@CraftsWithEllen]

What do you think, will it sink or will it float? ;)

[@MaltandMake]

Crafts With Ellen Things that make you go hmmm

[@MakeItSoph]

This is awesome Ellen! I might have to try this in a Star Trek insignia shape!

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Yeeees! That would be awesome :D

[@MakingItOutOfTheWoods]

I want to make one now! This is great 🌲🦊🌲

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Woooo thanks Claire!

[@peaks8960]

Just what I was looking for, great video!!

[@FigmentsMade]

Nice and easy! I think I'm going to have to make some!

[@Joy1957K]

Thank you so much for that! 😊😍 I was shopping for one just yesterday and couldn't believe the prices in comparison with the size.😲 I have all these materials here at home.... 👍 guess who is going to be busy for a while????? LOL 🤣

[@Kalocia023]

Very helpful, thank you! I'm going to make myself one today! :)

[@JedidiahShultzIrishCraftsman]

Sooo handy Ellen!! I was just editing and getting a little annoyed by the mouse sounds 😁 Thank you for sharing!!😊

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Good to know I'm not the only one ;)

[@JedidiahShultzIrishCraftsman]

Crafts With Ellen hehe!

[@kctsp6631]

This is a great video, thank you for sharing.

[@gerimaple]

So, I need the kind of mouse mat that has an attached wrist support. Any thoughts on what would be the best way to add one to this design? I'm getting fed up with what retail ones are costing me.

[@HappyBeezerStudios]

Pretty sure thats how fabric mouse pads are made anyway.
I would sew the corners to stop the fabric from fraying out.

[@marcogiai-coletti354]

Nice!

[@landofahhs_1]

Thank you! Just what the doctor ordered ;)

[@DeadChannel939]

Nice! This is a pretty awesome craft! Thanks for the tip.

[@AndreBandarra1]

Awesome and super clever and simple this one. I might make one for my cousin :)

[@darkwriter_xx94]

Going to use this to make a keyboard dampening mat.

[@Mittens_800]

thanks! this was so helpful :D

[@saraford3808]

What type of non-stretch fabric is best?

[@SCRAPWOODTOCRAFTWOOD]

Nice little mouse pad looks good too thanks

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Thank you man!

[@starsoul_7]

Thank you!

[@MrGeoffreySmith]

This is so good! Something that seems simple still took knowledge of materials and glues. Well done, Ellen! 😀

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Thanks Geoffrey!

[@friskyllama4609]

Dope 🤘

[@skullandspade]

The sliding sound is honestly so upsetting....Great Idea Ellen. Might just have to make one for the ship shop

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Now I just have to make one for everyone in my open office.. :p

[@nivellen1168]

Your genius!

[@CraftsWithEllen]

I'll put that on my resume ;) Thanks!

[@privacyIsKing]

Yes they are bro

[@Stephens8x6Workshop]

Thanks Ellen! You do realise that the sound of the mouse on the desktop that never bothered me before is now going to bug me until I make one of these 😆

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Hahaha, glad I could help ;)

[@minkademko2335]

😂

[@JohnMadeit]

That's nice but what is a mouse?🐭 isn't every thing touch screen or mind controlled these days 😋 nice video ellen

[@universalvisioner]

Firstly u wonderful

[@MakeBrooklyn]

Great quick and easy project. Love that!

[@pepemoraromay]

Nice vídeo, good work 👍

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Thanks!

[@JENNISWISS]

cool idea🍀👍

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Thanks Lukas!

[@Captain_dooty]

OMG I have the same mouse as u

[@sarvadpaygude6712]

not only the sliding sound but the little vibrations give me jitters .........

[@claire2430]

Nice

[@kjellski]

Cool Project Ellen; and making + science gets a double approval :) I need a new Desk first, but right after that I'm planning on making a mouse pad! :D

[@christianvillalobos1204]

What type of non slip material did you use and where did you get it?

[@CraftsWithEllen]

It's basic stuff for in kitchen drawers and such, I bought it at a shop that sells pans, cutlery and other kitchen supplies.

[@christianvillalobos1204]

Crafts With Ellen thank you so much!

[@AndyCPugh]

Making plus science experiment! Cool!

[@MimaMummy]

What's craft film?

[@minkademko2335]

Craft foam.

[@Daravier]

Thank you, because price are irl crazy 🤣

[@nuhaf4i]

im lazy so i'll just cut the foam and use it like that itself hehe :>

[@abinayab3543]

i will make one by my =self because i do not have one'

[@invisibleace2874]

Is it me or does she sound like consuela from family guy

[@mumbaitorne3738]

i just use a sheet of paper for my optical mouse .

[@IPOSTCAR]

Po de lose

[@chase1284]

I Can hear this chicks two front teeth