Sewing Patterns For Fabric Table Napkins And Placemats With Embroidery Designs
If you're looking to add a creative touch to your dining table, why not try making your own quilted placemats and coasters? With the help of this PDF pattern, you can create six unique pieces that will impress your guests and add a cozy feel to your home.
How to
To get started, you'll need the following materials:
- Fabric for the top layer of the placemats and coasters
- Batting or wadding for the middle layer
- Fabric for the backing of the placemats and coasters
- Thread
- A sewing machine
- Ruler
- Rotary cutter or scissors
- Quilting pins
Once you have all your materials ready, you can begin sewing your placemats and coasters. Here's a step-by-step guide:
- Cut your fabric and batting/wadding into 14-inch squares for the placemats and 4.5-inch squares for the coasters.
- Layer the fabric squares, batting/wadding and backing fabric squares on top of each other, with the right sides of the fabrics facing inwards.
- Sew around the edges of each square, leaving a small gap for turning later.
- Trim the corners of your sewn squares and then turn them right side out through the gap you left earlier.
- Iron the squares to ensure they lay flat and then sew the gap closed by hand.
- Quilt the placemats and coasters as desired. You can use straight or diagonal lines or any other pattern you like.
- Finally, bind the edges of your placemats and coasters. You can use bias binding or make your own by cutting strips of fabric at a 45-degree angle and sewing them together.
And there you have it – six beautiful quilted placemats and coasters that are sure to impress your guests and add a touch of charm to your dining table.
Tips & Tricks
Here are a few tips and tricks to keep in mind when making your quilted placemats and coasters:
- When choosing your fabric, consider using a mix of solids and prints to add interest to your finished pieces.
- For a cohesive look, choose fabrics that complement each other in terms of color and style.
- Be mindful of which direction you cut your fabric squares so that the pattern on the fabrics lines up correctly when you sew them together.
- When quilting your placemats and coasters, use a walking foot if possible to help keep the layers from shifting around too much.
- You can use pre-made bias binding or make your own by cutting your fabric on a 45-degree angle and sewing the strips together.
- Consider adding other embellishments to your placemats and coasters, such as embroidery or appliqué.
With these tips in mind and the help of this PDF pattern, you'll be well on your way to creating beautiful and functional quilted placemats and coasters that will be sure to impress. Happy sewing!
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