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Whether you have no time or money to run to the store or you just want to give your table a unique, cozy, and personalized flair, you can make placemats from your fabric stash or scrap bag if you're willing to put your sewing machine to work.

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EditSteps

  1. Two fabric rectangles.
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    Cut two rectangles the size of the desired mat plus half an inch (1.25 cm) in all directions (to allow for seams).
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  2. Sew around the perimeter.
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    Sew the two rectangles together with printed or "right" sides facing together, leaving a 3-4 inch gap for turning.
  3. Clip the corners.
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    Miter the corners.
  4. Turn it so that seam allowances are hidden inside.
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    Turn it "right" side out.
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    Slip stitch the opening closed.
  6. Top stitch the edges.
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    Top stitch around the perimeter.
  7. A design on each side.
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    Congratulate yourself, as you have just sewn a placemat!
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EditWarnings

  • Scissors are sharp edged tools. Handle with caution.

EditThings You'll Need

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Categories: Featured Articles | Sewing Crafts

Recent edits by: Maluniu, Loni_lings, Travis Derouin

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Deutsch: Wie man Platzdeckchen aus Stoff näht, Español: Cómo hacer manteles individuales de tela, Português: Como Fazer um Jogo Americano de Tecido, Italiano: Come Fare delle Tovagliette di Stoffa per la Tavola

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