Scrap fabric placemats

A couple of days ago, I mentioned some these placemats that I'd been working on. Well, they're all now bound (with my favourite black and white stripe fabric which I purchased at Spotlight a few years ago) finished and all ready to use at dinnertime starting tonight. I seem to have taken a ridiculous amount of photos of these table mats! The light was so bad this afternoon, so these pictures were taken out on the pool deck. These mats were a fun scrappy improv project full of colour. After…

Like most quilters we have a mountain of scraps that we just can't bear to part with. You know how it is, this piece is pretty, this bit goes with that bit and on and on it goes. And even though every now and then we take a pile to the local op shop, we still have plenty on hand. You see nothing goes to waste. We break down our scraps into size, some are big enough for future small projects and smaller pieces are good for crumb quilting. So here is a quick sewing project that will help you

Quilted placemats add an element of charm to the kitchen and dining room. The colors of the fabric can be played up to match the interiors of the room. You …

Today's tutorial will show you how to make quilted placemats. These DIY Placemats are sure to be an excellent addition to your Thanksgiving or Christmas table.

Follow this tutorial to sew a set of novelty print fabric scrap placemats. They'll keep the kids busy while you get lunch or dinner on the table.

How to make placemats with fabric: this Rag Quilt Placemat Tutorial is easy to make and the placemats will look great, wash after wash.

My quilt guilds often make placemats to donate to the Meals On Wheels program which delivers freshly made meals to folks in their homes that may need that extra bit of help. I think it is a wonderful program and just think how happy those folks are to see the smiling face of the volunteer delivering that meal especially now when everyone is so isolated. And also the happiness of a bright and cheerful placemat to line their tray and add that personal touch that says someone is thinking of me…

Follow this quick and easy tutorial to learn how to sew quilted placemats using batting. An excellent project for beginner quilters.

Yesterday the boys and I had planned to do yard work all day but as it happened, not only did Mother Nature have other plans (it was cold and rainy out), but Lo was feeling somewhat under-the-weather. So we all decided to stay ensconced in the warmth of our house. Of course that meant coming...Read More »

Hi, I'm Heather from Quilts Actually, and I blog at QA Creations. This month I'm here to share a very quick and easy way brighten up your table! This project is great for any fat eight sets, 1/4 yard cuts, or fat quarters that you love and want to use. Fort Worth Fabric Studio has tons of great bundle options that you can choose from to make your own set of placemats. Finished size: 12" x 16" (Makes 4 placemats) Fabric: 1/4 yard Enchanted Starry Flowers Windham 1/4 yard Sausalito Cottage…