Hello! I’m so happy you are here!
I have a really easy project for you. Due to the overwhelming response I’ve had to the
Placemat pouch tutorials, I thought you might enjoy a DIY placemat, so that you can use your own beautiful fabrics.
This is a really easy, basic placemat. I will show you how to add your own “cheater binding” so that you can add the pop of color around the zipper (red polka dot in the photo above).
I do recommend one change from the video. This placemat is not quilted due to the way it is made. Therefore, I would highly recommend adding Heat N Bond Craft Interfacing to the lining. In the tutorial I show you how to add the fusible fleece to the outer fabric. I recommend using both the fusible fleece on the outer and the interfacing on the lining. This will provide a stiffer, crisper pouch.
I also linked a video to bind the placemat around all four sides in case you really want to use this as a binded placemat. You can absolutely leave it with no binding as well. A lot of different options for a lot of different looks.
Are you ready for the tutorial?
Products used in Video:
Heat n Bond Fusible Fleece: http://shrsl.com/w3d5
OPTIONAL:
HeatnBond Extra Firm Fusible Interfacing: http://shrsl.com/ukgy
Heatnbond Extra Firm Fusible Interfacing (Amazon Link):
https://amzn.to/2pYt66F
Pilot Frixion Fushion Pens: https://amzn.to/2DP2usR
Wonderclips: https://amzn.to/2pDfDQI
3” Quilting Ruler: https://amzn.to/2I1RICc
Singer Quantum Sewing Machine: http://amzn.to/2IxpErn
Disclaimer: Links above are affiliate links. By clicking on these links I may make some change at no cost to you. Some products may have been provided to me by vendors, however, all opinions and reviews are strictly my own.
How to bind a quilt: https://youtu.be/cGOIAnc0_M4
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Measurements:
(2) pieces of fabric 15 x 20″ (My fabrics are from Joanns)
(1) piece of fusible fleece 14 x 19″ – Linked above
(1) piece of interfacing 14 x 19 (OPTIONAL) – Linked above
ΩTadaa!!!! I mean… how cute is that and I literally two of them in less than 10 minutes! I’m not exaggerating!
The best part? Is this is a perfect project for beginner sewist (like me) and, even those who are masters. Who doesn’t need an extra Catchall in the kids room, the bathroom or almost anywhere?
I have 5 balls of yard, plus some pom poms in this one.
I think the pom poms look so cute folded down like this, but you can leave them up and it’s super cute like that as well and gives you even more room. I made a few others (you can see them in the video). Endless possiblities.